Music Archives - Mark Niemann-Ross

Music with Nova

I’m gearing up for our second appearance at NASO wine bar. If you missed our last show, we invited Maddy Ross to join us. “Us” as in Kathy James (Piano), Stu Fessant (sax), and myself (bass). Maddy couldn’t join us, so Nova Knutson stepped in and covered songs we all already knew. It was a leap into the jazz void, but it worked well.

We’ve always meant to feature Nova for our May performance, but with our previous “dress rehearsal” we are really excited about what we can accomplish. In preparation, I’ve done research on the suggested song list and can share some trivia you’ll find interesting.

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Nova Knutson
with Kathy James, Stu Fessant, and Mark Niemann-Ross
May 21st
6-8 pm
No cover charge
NASO Wine Bar
1744 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214
Minors allowed

New Band, New Gig

David Hutchinson, Don Barnes, and Mark Niemann-Ross

For years, I’ve played sax + bass duets with my friend Don Barnes. Covid and health issues sadly put an end to that gig. I miss Don and I missed playing music.

At almost exactly the moment that door closed, David Hutchinson asked if I would join a quartet: Randy Nims on trombone, Tyler Higley on guitar, David on saxophone and myself on bass. And we have an upcoming performance.

What: Westminster Presbyterian Church Gala and Art Show
When: February 21, 2025 7 pm to 9 pm
Where: 1624 NE Hancock, Portland, OR 97212

Music with Maddy

I love music. It’s a challenge. It’s a reward. I study it so I can perform it. It amuses me.

I hate music. It always wants more of me. I’ll never master it. I perform it, but it frustrates me.

The best part of music is sharing that musical conversation with musical (and non-musical) friends. That’s why you should meet Maddy Ross.

When: March 19th, 6 to 8 pm

Where: NASO wine bar. 1744 SE Hawthorne

Who: 
Maddy Ross (vocals)
Kathy James (keyboard)
Stu Fessant (Saxophone)
Mark Niemann-Ross (bass)

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