UPCOMING SHOWS
Night Of The Improviser Feat. Hanah Jon Taylor
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
Saxophone/Flutist Hanah Jon Taylor, bassist John Christensen and drummer Matt Endres host this evening of spontaneous compositions. Musicians will be invited to ‘session’ with iconic featured guests. No Fake Books please. 8pm to 11pm Doors open at 5pm Cover 8pm $10 Featured Artists: 1.24.19 John Mesoloras, Bass 1.31.19 John Shaffer, Bass 2.7.19 Alex Wang (Chicago) 2.14.19 SPECIAL VALENTINES SHOW: Josh Catania & Nick Zielinski
Bad Philosopher Live at Cafe Coda - Spring has Arrived!
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
Bad Philosopher will be performing live at Cafe Coda from 5:00PM-7:00PM on Friday March.22nd FREE COVER - Suggested donation of $10.00 per seat Bad Philosopher is an electric jazz trio based out of Madison, WI whose performance consists of original compositions fusing elements of both classical, pop, funk and jazz music with extended improvisations. The unorthodox background and approach of each member makes this trio unique. Multi-award winning 6-string electric bassist Josh Cohen uses tapping techniques to fulfill the role of both bass player and guitarist in one instrument, creating polyphonic textures that seamlessly interweave their compositions. The three-time concerto award winning pianist/keyboardist Jason Kutz, known for his ability to traverse both classical and jazz styles, employs his virtuosic technique and highly developed musical sensibilities to add rich layers of chordal harmony and melodic content. Finally, drummer Chris Di Bernardo, armed with an in-depth knowledge of jazz and popular music and road tested experience with the critically acclaimed Madison reggae band Natty Nation, provides an infectious rhythmic underpinning, supporting the band while serving up a plethora of diverse percussive improvisations connecting the music to its African roots. Having formed less than one year ago, Bad Philosopher is already performing regularly and will begin recording their debut album in the summer of 2019. See you there!
Bright Moments: Live Music with Lively Spirits
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
Join us for live music and drink specials every Friday, 5 to 7 pm for the happiest hours of your day. Bright Moments Live Music Schedule is as follows:* 1.11.19 Rubin Marquez 1.18.19 Bill Roberts Quartet 1.25.19 Rubin Marquez and the Bad Hombres 2.1.19 John Mesoloras 2.8.19 Executive Tea Set 2.15.19 Blue Cheese 2.22.19 Gerri DiMaggio 3.15.19 Groove Busters 3.22.19 Bad Philosopher 3.29.19 Bill Roberts Combo 4.5.19 Lily Finnegan Trio No Cover. Family Friendly. We are a live music venue, and as such do not offer food. We welcome you to order from one of our fabulous neighbors here on Willy Street, or bring your own! For Bright Moments Book inquiries please send social media links, current sound or video links, and bio to dsterud.junior@gmail.com
Samba Novistas
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
Soul Samba with Ana Paula Venancio (vocals, percussion); Jeff Alexander (guitar, percussions); Brennan Connors (saxophone, percussion); Jacob Bicknase (percussion); Kevin Knapp (Bass); Chris Desinger (cavaquinho)
Youth Jazz Expo
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
Every Saturday morning Madison area youth are invited to join together, with Hanah Jon Taylor, to practice, improv, and receive jazz instruction. There is no charge. No alcohol is served at this time. 9 am to 10 am RAISINS (8 year to 12 year olds) 10 am to 12 am Young Players (ages 13+)
Maggie Brown’s Legacy Project
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
Singer, storyteller and cultural artist Maggie Brown brings her sound and vision to Cafe Coda. “I am a vocalist, music producer, and also a storyteller. I consider myself a concerned cultural artist, intentionally seeking to influence my audience, using the transformative and unifying power of words and music. It is my intention to inspire a greater sense of responsibility for the positive outcome of our future.” — Maggie Brown
Funky Mondays at Cafe Coda
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
Weekly show featuring two-time Grammy-nominated drummer Joey B. Banks, Chris Clemente-Bass and Hammond B3 artist Todd Phipps. 7pm $ 5
Funky Monday
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
Funky Monday - New Cafe Coda weekly event featuring The JB3s - Joey B Banks (drums), Chris Clemente (bass), Todd Phipps (B3 organ). 8 pm. $ 5 at the door
Atimevu Drum & Dance Group at Cafe Coda
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
Based in Madison, Atimevu Drum and Dance Group plays traditional music from Ghana, West Africa. 8 pm $ 10. Presale tickets available @ Eventbrite.com
Janet Evra Quartet at Cafe Coda!
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
The Janet Evra Quartet will perform at Café Coda, blending bossa nova and samba standards with original music in the style. www.janetevra.com
Funky Monday
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
Funky Monday - New Cafe Coda weekly event featuring The JB3s - Joey B Banks (drums), Chris Clemente (bass), Todd Phipps (B3 organ). 8 pm. $ 5 at the door
Makaya McCraven at Cafe Coda
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
World-class percussionist Makaya McCraven will perform at Cafe Coda on Thursday, April 4, 2019. 8 pm $ 20 Pre-sale tickets available on Eventbrite.com "Makaya McCraven is a beat scientist. The cutting edge drummer, producer, and sonic collagist is a multi-talented force whose inventive process & intuitive style of performance defy categorization."" "Called “a sound visionary” (jazzinchicago.org) who is “not your everyday jazz drummer” (thewordisbond.com), McCraven brilliantly moves between genres and pushes the boundaries of jazz and rhythm to create forms of his own." “You are listening to one incredible musician. His style and sound is unique, a heady, skillful, sophisticated and boldly uncompromising mix of jazz and hip hop…” (UK Vibe) His breakthrough album In the Moment was released with International Anthem Recording Co. (IARC) in January of 2015 and quickly named “Album of the Week” on BBC 6 Radio by influential DJ Gilles Peterson. By the end of the year it was a “Best of 2015” selection for Los Angeles Times, Pop Matters, NPR Music’s Jazz Critics Poll, and Apple Music. In 2016, In The Moment was hailed by Turntable Lab as “one of the most important recordings to date in the modern Jazz world.” In The Moment was a dramatic statement by McCraven, where he debuted a unique brand of “organic beat music” that quickly launched him into the vanguard of not only Internationally-known jazz artists, but also a niche genre of next-wave composer-producers blurring the boundaries of jazz & electronic music."
Charanga Agoza at Cafe Coda
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
“As a charanga ensemble, the group plays the Cuban inspired dance music that became popular in the 1950s. Some of their musical styles include the danzón, the chachachá and the mambo, among other modern day salsas. Charanga Agoza is comprised of 10 players: vocalist Yanzelmalee Riveral, flutist Jessie Mitchell, violinist Amber Dolphin, trombonist Brian Whitty, trombonist Carrie Backman, pianist Paul Muench, bassist John Mesoloras, timbalist and vocalist Roberto Rengel, conguero and vocalist Alfredo Rodrigez and bongos player and vocalist Jose Madera.” - Milwaukee Magazine
Assif Tsahar + Tatsuya Nakatani
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
Tone Madison, Cafe CODA and Union Cab of Madison Cooperative present: A night of music with Assif Tsahar (tenor saxophone) and Tatusya Nakatani (percussion) Assif Tsahar and Tatsuya Nakatani started their duo 16 years ago, getting together once a week every Sunday to play in Cooper Square, downtown Manhattan. After a year they put out their first of three CD's, “Come Sunday” which was followed through the years by “Solitude” with the addition of a string quartet, their last duo album “I Got It Bad” and one soundtrack for the Israeli film “Thailand”. Even after stopping their weekly meeting they continue their collaboration, playing and touring, their musical interactions becoming telepathic and mystical. $15/$10 for Tone Madison Sustainers (tonemadison.com/donate)
Miles Okazaki’s Trickster at Cafe Coda
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
8pm $ 10 Miles Okazaki is an American musician working with many of the leaders of today’s creative music scene. His approach to the guitar is described by the New York Times as “utterly contemporary, free from the expectations of what it means to play a guitar in a group setting — not just in jazz, but any kind.” Trickster was released on Pi Recordings in 2017 to great acclaim, called “a brilliant individual statement” and “a mature work for the ages” by Pop Matters (best of 2017), ” “a true concept album” by the Wall Street Journal, and “an expression of deep, systemic intrigue” by the New York times. Trickster made best of 2017 lists on Pop Matters and the Los Angeles Times, and was an Editor’s Pick at both Downbeat and JazzTimes. The album features Craig Taborn on Piano, Anthony Tidd on Bass, and Sean Rickman on drums.
Rare Element at Cafe Coda
Cafe CODA
1224 Williamson st.
Madison, WI 53703 Map
Rare Element is a new 7 piece band from Madison, WI specializing in horn-driven, instrumental funk. The band has been turning heads with each show and is one of the hottest new acts in Wisconsin. Don’t miss this high-energy show! 8 - 11pm $ 10
FEATURED COCKTAILS
Coda Margarita
Agavales Reposado Tequilla, Goodland Orange Liqueur, Fresh Lime Juice$10
Coda Sour
Cooper & Kings Brandy or Medley Bro. Bourbon, Fresh Lemon Juice, Egg Whites, Simple Syrup$11
Coda Old Fashioned
Brandy Station, Bitter Truth Old Time & Orange Bitters, Sugar, Seltzer.$9
ABOUT US
Café CODA is Madison’s premier new jazz space dedicated to the presentation of traditional, contemporary and creative music. Café CODA facilitates the long-desired manifestation of a space with suitable staging, a tuned concert piano, and state of the art drum kit, to inspire great music to be played by great artists. Café CODA maintains an arts-centric program of musical performances, workshops and master classes available to residents and patrons of the Madison Arts and Culture District. Located at 1224 Williamson St. Café CODA is in the heart of the Willy St. corridor; the creative and cultural hub of Madison. Café CODA presents the musical works of local, regional and world-class musicians as it offers a sizable contribution to the Midwest American music scene.
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