Come see the sneak preview to James Low’s Big show at the Laurelthirst!
James Low is a Portland-based singer-songwriter celebrated for his heartfelt lyrics and evocative melodies. With a storytelling style rooted in Americana and folk traditions, Low captures the nuances of life, love, and the human experience.
Mary-Sue will be playing saxophone in James’s all-star band at this event and at the Big Show on Saturday, February 14.
Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/cover-your-hearts-2026-a-night-of-guilty-pleasure-love-songs
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A Valentine's night annual ball celebrating guilty pleasure 80s & 90s love songs benefitting the Jeremy Wilson Foundation Musician Health & Services Program.
Nostalgic for the music and the fashion of the 80’s? Did you miss the 80’s entirely but love a great party anyway? Ready for some love songs, sweet, sour or wild? Then don’t miss the annual Cover Your Hearts Valentine's ball, Friday, Feb. 14 at the Get Down.
Launched in 2008, Cover Your Hearts is your opportunity to catch your favorite local musicians covering iconic 80s love songs.
Mary-Sue Tobin is performing in one of the bands!
Click HERE for more information and tickets. Doors 6pm, Show 7pm
James Low is a Portland-based singer-songwriter celebrated for his heartfelt lyrics and evocative melodies.
Known for his rich, resonant voice and skillful guitar work, he has been a staple of Portland’s vibrant music scene for years, earning accolades for both his solo performances and collaborations. Whether performing intimate acoustic sets or commanding larger stages, James brings an authenticity and depth that resonates with audiences far and wide.
This year’s Big Show will raise money for the musicians healthcare non profit The Jeremy Wilson Foundation and will feature guest appearances by Jenny Conlee of the Decemberists performing accordion songs, Johnny Franco and his Real Brother Dom, poetry by Oregon poet Tim Sproul, and the Paul Brainard Horns with Mary-Sue Tobin on saxophone.
Born on Mardi Gras, Lucky Beaucoup is destined to party. Mix up a roux of OG Country and Funky Southern Soul, pepper with fiddle and horns, sweeten with harmony vocals, add a dash of flair, and you’ve got yourself a tasty good time! Mary-Sue Tobin is a special guest performer along with Paul Brainard.
Please refrain from wearing Mardi Gras masks inside the venue.
ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS.
MOSTLY STANDING / LIMITED BALCONY SEATING
THIS EVENT IS 21+
Doors 7:30pm. Show at 8:30pm
VALID US OR CANADA ID REQUIRED FOR ENTRY. GUESTS TRAVELING FROM OUTSIDE US/CA MUST PRESENT A VALID PASSPORT.
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS Doors at 7:00pm, Show at 8pm
PDX Jazz is proud to present the exciting debut of Stumptown Sirens Jazz Orchestra, Portland’s first all‑female big band. This ensemble brings together some of the region’s most distinguished musicians — top-call players, arrangers, composers, and leaders — to deliver a powerful, fresh voice in the festival. Under the direction of Jessika “Jessie” Smith, the group features Kerry Politzer on piano/keys, Leah Hinchcliff on bass, Rivkah Ross on drums; Mieke Bruggeman‑Smith, Chelsea Luker, Michelle Medler, and Mary‑Sue Tobin on saxophones/woodwinds; trombonists Jenny Kellogg and Shayna Waldman; and trumpeters Aliyah Jackson and Amanda Marquis.
A quintet of PJCE musicians performs music by the 2026 cohort of Young Jazz Composers! Join us at The Hallowed Halls in Souteast Portland to hear original music by new composers written with the guidance of professional mentors and performers.
The Young Jazz Composers program is a mentorship and performance opportunity for students to learn the ins and outs of composing for a professional jazz ensemble. Through one-on-one private lessons and professional group feedback, students will gain valuable insight into the idiosyncrasies of composing. By the end of the program, students will be able to understand the basic skills needed to compose a tune, use digital notation software, and correctly notate parts for rhythm section and horns.
The 2026 YJC band features Mary-Sue Tobin on saxophone, Quinn Walker trumpet, Joe Bagg piano, Xylyn Hathaway bass, and Machado Majiga on drums.
