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5/21/13
The K&Co Quartet is proud to be a part of the Woodstock Jazz Festival 2013! The band will be featuring new, original music from our upcoming release.
Jazz on the Square - Thursday, August 22nd, 8:30pm at Stage Left Cafe, 125 W. Van Buren, Woodstock, IL ($20 admission)
K, Guitar & Vocals - Chris Neal, Sax - Kurt Schweitz, Bass - Phil Fornett, Drums
5/11/13
K&Co Trio returns to the M Lounge! South Loop's hottest hang - join us at M Lounge for three sets of new original music, hard hitting standards and blues/funk.
May 15th @ M Lounge, 1520 S Wabash, Chicago, IL 7:00-10:00pm FREE
K, Guitar & Vocals - Christian Dillingham, Bass - Phil Fornett, Drums
4/30/13
K&Co Quartet EVERY First Wednesday at Shaw's Crab House Chicago! Shaw's is both a sophisticated seafood restaurant and carefree, lively oyster bar. The Co. explores our blues heritage at this institution for fine food and the classic Chicago sound.
Shaw's Crab House, 21 E. Hubbard, Chicago, IL 7:00-10:00pm FREE
4/2/13
K&Co to debut at Siam Marina this Saturday! Siam is well-known as a hotbed for creative jazz in South Chicagoland. Join the Trio for an evening of new original jazz and inventive arrangements! Siam Marina, 80 River Oaks Dr, Calumet City, IL, April 6th, 6:30 - 10:30pm
3/19/13
K&Co is proud to announce our newest residency - join us EVERY LAST THURSDAY of the month at The Crimson Lounge! Located inside the Sax Chicago hotel, Crimson Lounge is an opulent vision of Victorian romance. This monthly event is sponsored by Cream Wine Company and offers a specially curated wine list!
2/27/2013
K&Co Quartet returns to The Crimson Lounge!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Crimson Lounge Presents Love Lounge with Brent Kimbrough & Co
CHICAGO, (February 26, 2013) – Crimson Lounge will be taking the Hotel Sax back to its musical roots with the new Love Lounge on Thursday March 14th – a casual yet sophisticated evening of jazz music. Providing attendees with a comfortable and fun environment, the lounge will offer the live musical styling of Brent Kimbrough & Co.
Additionally, Crimson partners with Cream Wine Company to offer a specially curated wine list! All of the selected wines (e.g. 2005 Joseph Drouhin Puligny Montrachet, 2008 Rombauer Caneros Merlot or 2008 Numanthia Termes Tempranillo) will be half priced. Guests are encouraged to pair them with Crimson’s Cheese Flight (three rich and sexy cheeses), available for $15.
1/31/13
Thanks to everyone that supported us in January at Andy's Jazz!
12/10/12
K&Co Quartet at Andy's Jazz Club in Chicago!
Friday & Saturday, January 11th & 12th the Quartet comes home to "one of Chicago's Best-Known and Most-Respected Jazz establishments"! We'll be featuring our unique blend of hard-hitting jazz & blues originals, arrangements on our home turf: 5:00 - 8:30pm. Join us!
10/30/12
K&Co OR Tour 2012!
10/16/12
The Quartet will make it's debut at the new Underground Wonder Bar this Friday. The band will perform an early set of K&Co original jazz, followed by a set of blues and funk arrangements.
K, Guitar & Vocals - Chris Neal, Sax & Vocals - Kurt Schweitz, Bass - Phil Fornett, drums
10/2/12
K&Co is again ever-grateful for the reception received at this year's MCA performance. A BIG thanks to Amy, Al Carter-Bey, Fiji and MCA staff for the amazing support, hospitality. This band did an amazing job rendering new music for an appreciative, engaged audience in a picturesque setting - what a night! Live recordings, video will soon be available.
8/28/12
This year's performance at the Museum of Contemporary Art's "Tuesdays On The Terrace" series will feature a six piece band of Chicago's brightest talent and new, original music from our forthcoming album.
Tuesday, September 25th, 5:30-8:00pm
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
220 E Chicago Ave - Chicago, IL
*reservations suggested
K, Guitar & Vocals - Chris Neal, Sax - Victor Garcia, Trumpet - Damian Espinosa, Piano - Kurt Schweitz, Bass - Phil Fornett, Drums
8/14/12
Starting a series of K&Co Duet recordings this evening. Tonight's duet features the enormously talented Kurt Schweitz on bass. We'll be capturing this popular configuration for an online release later this year!
7/3/2012
K&Co is proud to be performing with a six piece ensemble of the finest young talents in Chicagoland! The Village of Riverside's annual Independence Day festivities are sponsored by Riverside Friends of the Fourth. We'll be playing a variety of classic jazz, blues and even three new pieces of original music. We'll be featuring a arrangement of my original composition, 'Riverside Suite', originally written for, recording by The New Fuse, and arranged specifically for this band and the event!! This is a family affair, so come on down to Riverside and bring the kids!
K&Co Sextet
Tuesday, July 3rd, 6:15 - 8:00pm
Downtown Riverside at Riverside Rd & Quincy
FREE
K, Guitar & Vocals - Victor Garcia, Trumpet - Chris Neal, Sax - Damian Espinosa, Piano - Kurt Schweitz, Bass - Phil Fornett, Drums
4/26/2012
"The evening began in the lobby area of the Genghis Khan exhibit, where guests mingled to jazz music by Kimbrough and Co." Shia Kapos, Crain's Chicago Business, on our performance at the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates at the Field Museum. Read the full article here.
4/9/2012
K&Co has the great honor to be performing for Mayor Emanuel's VIP reception for the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates at the Field Museum, Chicago in April!
4/6/2012
K&Co is proud to announce our return to "Tuesdays On The Terrace" 2012 at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago! Tuesday, September 25th, 5:30 - 8:00pm. Join the Quintet as we explore new original music and classics on the MCA's picturesque sculpture garden. More details tba.
12/28/2011
K&Co's newest residency at The Cellar Bistro!
Starting January 23rd and continuing on the first Monday EVERY month the K&Co Duet will perform at this renowned western suburban enclave for fine, preservative-free food and beverages.
The Cellar Bistro
132 N. Hale Street, Wheaton, IL
6:30 - 9:00pm
NYE - Come celebrate an unimaginable year with The K&Co Quartet at the illustrious Omni Hotel Chicago on New Year's Eve!
676 N Michigan Ave, 9:00-1:00am FREE
We're ever-grateful for the heartwarming reception the group received while in China. A follow up tour there is imminent!
In Beijing China!
12/7/11
K&Co is poised for departure to China!! After a stopping off in Shanghai for a visit we'll be touching down in Beijing for Chicago Live!
In December, from the 10th-17th, Booey Lehoo will host a week of athletic and artistic events that showcase the talents of Chinese and American athletes and artists in support of the 100,000 Strong Initiative. The week culminates with the star-studded concert at National Indoor Stadium on December 17 featuring will.i.am, apl.de.ap, Shunza, John Legend, Sa Dingding, and CoCo Lee.
The K&Co Quartet will feature and all star band: Ben Paterson, Piano, Kurt Schweitz, Bass, Kenny Coleman, Drums
We're honored to represent Chicago, the U.S. at this historic event!
11/11/11
K&Co is heading to Beijing, China! We're proud to announce our involvement in a concert series dedicated to the Obama Administration's 100,000 Strong education initiative. The all star band, featuring Lisa Roti, vocals, Carlo Carani, piano, Kurt Schweitz, bass and yours truly on guitar, will be representing Chicago jazz as part of a "Chicago Arts Night" celebration on December 15th, 2011. More detail soon!
9/13/11
K&Co returns to Katerina's! Wednesday, September 21st, 8:30 - 12:30am $8
Quartet featuring Chris Neal, Sax, Chris Carani, Bass & Vocals and Ben Scholz, Drums
Katerna's is Chicago's intimate home for jazz, blues, funk and international music! Please join us as we explore new originals and arrangements.
7/20/11
The K&Co Quintet will gratefully perform at this year's Jazz At Five concert series in Madison, WI!
Wednesday, September, 7th, 6:30 - 9:00 Quartet, Jazz at Five, State Street - Madison, WI FREE An all-star cast! K, Guitar & Vocals - Chris Greene, Sax - Dan Tabion, Piano - Kurt Schweitz, Bass - Ben Scholz, Drums
6/24/11
The K&Co Quartet will be a proud participant of the pioneering first annual Seward Park Jazz Fest in Chicago! This is part of Jazz In The Parks; free concerts for arts enthusiasts hosted by jazz radio impresario Al Carter-Bey!
Friday, July 8th, 6:30 - 9:00 Quartet. Division & Orleans - Chicago, IL FREE
New original jazz & blues and arrangements of timeless classics!
6/22/11
Tuesdays On The Terrace at the MCA was a huge success! Music, both new and old, was well received and the weather held beautifully until the performance was over. Thanks so much to the MCA, Amy, Linda, Al, all the musicians and supporters involved! Some great pics from the event now at our Photos page.
5/16/11
K&Co proudly returns to the Museum of Contemporary Art's Tuesdays on the Terrace Jazz Series! The Quintet will unveil new original music and arrangements at this year's event.
Tuesday, June 21st, 5:30 - 8:00pm
Museum of Comtemporary Art Chicago
220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL
12/22/10
K&Co Friday nights at Elate!
Starting in January the Trio will hang it's hat at this casual yet sophisticated River North restaurant serving modern American Market cuisine.
9:30 - 12:30am
111 W Huron - Chicago, IL
FREE
11/15/10
K&Co will perform again at Lincoln Square Christkindl Market 2010!
This is a wonderful event for the whole family - holiday cheer in the heart of Chicago's Lincoln Square. K&Co expands to a sextet featuring original arrangements of holiday classics!
Sunday, December 5th, 5:00 - 7:00pm
Leland & Western - Chicago, IL
$3 Donation
10/12/10
K&Co with special guest vocalist Lisa Roti at the 4th Annual Franz Jackson Jazz Celebration in Dowagiac, MI on November 6th!! This annual event is dedicated to the musical legacy of Franz Jackson - a Chicago/worldwide legend of jazz! Honored is an understatement. Please check out the Franz Jackson page on facebook and official website: http://www.franzjackson.com/
9/8/10
K&Co is proud to be hosting our official “CD Release Party” at Katerina’s - The Hippest Jazz, Funk, Latin, Blues, Greek & International Music in Chicago!
Friday, September 17th, 10:00 - 1:30am Quintet
Wandering CD Release Party at Katerina's!!
1920 W Irving Park Rd - Chicago, IL
$10 - 1/2 Priced CD's with admission
K – Guitar & Vocals
Chris Greene – Saxophone
Chris Mahieu – Piano
Chris Carani – Bass & Vocals
Ben Scholz – Drums
8/20/10
Brent Kimbrough & Company is proud to announce the release of Wandering
This long anticipated, sophomore album by K&Co consists of a clever blend of original music and classic arrangements. To hear more, purchase Wandering visit the Media page
*A SPECIAL “SAVE THE DATE” K&Co is proud to be hosting our official “CD Release Party” at Katerina’s - The Hippest Jazz, Funk, Latin, Blues, Greek & International Music in Chicago!
Friday, September 17th, 10:00 - 1:30am Quintet
Wandering CD Release Party at Katerina's!!
1920 W Irving Park Rd - Chicago, IL
$10 - 1/2 Priced CD's with admission
K – Guitar & Vocals
Chris Greene – Saxophone
Chris Mahieu – Piano
Chris Carani – Bass & Vocals
Ben Scholz – Drums
7/3/10
K&Co will perform again this year at the Fillmore Jazz Festival in San Francisco!
"The Largest Free Jazz Festival on the West Coast"
Saturday, July 3rd, 2:00pm - Sutter Street Stage
6/8/10
The Museum of Contemporary Art's "Tuesdays On The Terrace" series will include K&Co! One of summer's sweetest events and a great honor for the band! Tuesday, June 8th, 5:30 - 8:00 @ the MCA, 220 E Chicago Ave - Chicago, IL
Kimbrough & Company is honored to perform for the Mayor and Mrs. Daley's dinner & reception at Murphy Auditorium in December.
Due to unfortunate circumstances Vintage Wine Bar is closed as of 10/22/08. Thanks so much to everyone who supported us during our two year residency.
Kimbrough & Company residency at Pops For Champagne. K&Co holds down Tuesday nights in September, 9-12:00.
Kimbrough & Company returns to perform at Fillmore Jazz Festival 2008 in San Francisco, CA.
Saturday, July 5th on the California Street Stage
K&Co has been picked again to bring their unique brand of jazz to the TASTE OF CHICAGO 2008!
Sunday, July 6th at NOON, Grant Park, TASTE STAGE
2007
Kimbrough & Company will perform at Fillmore Jazz Festival 2007 in San Francisco, CA.
Saturday, June 30th, 12:00 - 1:30pm The Quintet performs on the Ellis Street Stage
New Venues for KIMBROUGH & COMPANY:
Sound-Bar, Philander's, The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, Green Dolphin Street, Pete Miller's, Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum, The Smoke Daddy, Chicago's Park West, Soldier Field's Cadillac Club, Silvie's Lounge, & Renaissance Chicago Hotel.
Kimbrough & Company is featured in the February edition of Time Out Chicago magazine as a fresh new alternative to jazz up cocktail & dinner for weddings & private events.
Kimbrough & Company has been chosen to bring their unique brand of jazz to the 26th annual Taste of Chicago 2006.
In Loving Memory
Donald D. Kimbrough
August 19, 1932 - February 10, 2007
