Noon Tunes Summer Concert Series presented by 101.9 KINK

Cowboy Jazz will be performing at Noon Tunes over the lunch hour!

Cowboy Jazz is a folk/country inspired jazz collective based out of Portland, Oregon. Members of the quartet, comprised of alto saxophonist Bryan Smith, guitarist Ryan Meagher, bassist Shao Way Wu, and drummer Jonas Oglesbee, have collaborated over the past several years with the aim to diversify their musical approach and reach new audiences. Examples include folk and country stylings such as travis picking, singable melodies, and slide guitar, with a mix of complex harmony, high-flying solos, and modern jazz sensibilities. Willamette Week says Cowboy Jazz “allows listeners to either take their name and their sound at face value or, in the pioneer spirit, join them as they explore new pathways.” In 2024, Cowboy Jazz released an EP of original music and a full-length album of reimagined American Folk songs, the latter supported by the Regional Arts and Culture Council. Through the blending of folk, country and jazz, Cowboy Jazz strives to create a deeper connection with audiences in both urban and rural communities.

The Noon Tunes Summer Concert Series returns for its 33rd year and expands to Tuesdays and Thursdays June 3 – July 31! From Noon-1:00pm enjoy music from some of Portland’s best regional and local musical talent. With 17 FREE concerts, dancing, painting at Art in The Park and some of Portland’s favorite food vendors at Carts on the Square, The Square is sure to be Downtown’s summer lunchtime destination.

Upcoming Concerts:

July 29th – Eric John Kaiser 
July 31st – Neighbors