The history of jazz in the city was written in the vibrant clubs of Deep Ellum, where legends like Blind Lemon Jefferson and T-Bone Walker helped shape the scene. Today, the tradition continues with spots like the Balcony Club or events like The Jazz Room in Dallas. Featuring a smokin’ local jazz band that will recreate iconic hits, such as “On The Sunny Side Of The Street” and “Stella by Starlight”, the show is a celebration of jazz in all its expressions.
What is The Jazz Room?
The Jazz Room” transports you to the heart of 1920s New Orleans for a 60-minute live music experience. Talented musicians deliver a mix of jazz classics and spontaneous improvisation, showcasing their skill and passion. Guests can enjoy a drink while soaking in the rich history and vibrant energy of jazz and its many styles. Expect moments of pure exhilaration, like a powerful take on Herbie Hancock’s “Cantaloupe Island”, that will leave you fully immersed in the performance.
What’s on at The Jazz Room is Dallas?
A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
At the turn of the 20th century, New Orleans became a melting pot of cultures, where African rhythms met European styles and Caribbean influence. Out of that blend came jazz, music defined by freedom, creativity, and a spirit of reinvention.
The Jazz Room in Dallas celebrates that history by pairing classic tunes with fresh improvisations. Audiences can expect the lighthearted swing of “Ain’t Misbehavin’” alongside the soulful depth of “Georgia On My Mind”, songs that will set your night into full swing.
A Tribute to Blues
Blues has long been a cornerstone of American music, shaping the sound and spirit of countless genres that followed. At The Jazz Room in Dallas, its influence comes alive through songs that channel both hardship and resilience, reminding us why this music remains so powerful today.
The Jazz Room: A Tribute to Blues is an intimate journey through the soul of blues in a stylish, close-quarters venue, Edison’s. Over the course of an hour, deeply felt renditions of classics like “The Thrill Is Gone”, “Stormy Monday”, and “I’d Rather Go Blind” wash over you, powered by passionate vocals, masterful instrumentation, and the raw emotional thread that defines the blues.
The Jazz Room reviews in Dallas
“Super fun show with an awesome venue.” 5🌟 — September 2025
“Easy and perfect!” 5🌟 — September 2025
“Wonderful performance and venue” 5🌟 — September 2025
Jazz drummer Art Blakey said that the genre “washes away the dust of everyday life”. If your life feels a bit dull and you’re looking for a groovy escape, look no further than “The Jazz Room” in Dallas.
Taking place at Edison’s on selected dates, there will be two performances each evening at 6:30 pm and 9:00 pm. Tickets are sold in categories depending on the proximity to the stage and seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.