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Call to artists: 2016 Jazz Walk

Thursday, January 7, 2016


The 2016 Jazz Walk committee will be accepting applications for artists for the 2016 Jazz Walk on Tuesday, August  16, 2016.

Interested groups should provide a sample of their music and resume of experience. Must be received by February 1, 2016.

Send to: NCBA - Jazz Walk   PO Box 55224  Shoreline WA 98155

For questions email

Updated address and contact info 01-08-2016



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Photos: Scenes from Jazz Walk

Friday, August 14, 2015

Sonondo at The Bounty
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

By Diane Hettrick

Jazz Walk 2015 had perfect weather this year. A blistering hot day turned into a warm and pleasant evening, perfect for the hundreds of people strolling the street on 15th NE. There were food trucks and restaurants moved to the street for the evening, selling "Jazz Bites".  Crowds started gathering at 6pm when the Jazz Bites went on sale.

Families were everywhere
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

The venues, which included a coffee shop, a water district meeting room, a theater, a couple of bars, the Eagles' hall, and a bistro, were turned into intimate jazz clubs for the night. The biggest venue, St. Mark Church, filled their huge hall with audience members for the students in the Arts Council sponsored Jazz Camp.

Shoreline ACS Emergency Radio Team
provided communications during the event
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

Families got the message. There were a lot of fun family things to do on the street, and the music was everywhere. The street is level and accessible - wheeled vehicles abounded, from bicycles to wheelchairs, to strollers and the occasional red wagon.

Hook Me Up played on the street
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Hook Me Up, one of the most popular bands, played streetside, next to the Rain City Rotary Beer Garden. They could be heard all the way to Safeway in the next block. The biggest act, Greta Matassa, was on the showmobile stage outside.

Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Shoreline firefighters were there with a truck to give the kids a chance behind the wheel. Shoreline cops strolled the street, having a good time talking to the little kids.

Sgt. Bartlett talks to a family
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Besides the food, tables along the street sold crafts or bricks for the Veteran's Memorial or gave information about dental hygiene!

Line at North City Bistro for Bill Anschell Trio
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Many of the venues had lines, but it seemed to be part of the experience, with people laughing and talking to the people next to them. Good humor was the order of the evening.

The event is staged annually by volunteers from the North City Business Association.



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Jazz Walk tonight

Monday, August 10, 2015



August 11 marks the 9th Annual North City Jazz Walk, held on 15th Ave NE in Shoreline from 7pm to 10pm (Jazz Bites start at 6pm) 10 venues of music this year feature:
  • Susan Pascal Quartet at the North City Theatre
  • Pearl Django at Easy Monkey Taphouse
  • Sonondo at the Bounty Coffee House
  • Greta Matassa with Critical Mass on the Industrial Air Stage
  • Shoreline Lake Forest Park Jazz Camp and Faculty Band at St. Mark Church and School
  • Janette West Quartet at North City Eagles
  • Bill Anschell Trio at North City Bistro and Wine Shop
  • Jacqueline Tabor Quartet at North City Water District
  • Fred James and Junior Duo at North City Lounge
  • Hook Me Up at Frank Lumber Delivery Store 

Fifteenth Avenue NE will be closed from 6:00pm to 10:30 pm between 175th St and 182nd St NE.

Come early and enjoy delicious “Jazz Bites” along the street and in the venues.

Venues are 21 and up but music on the street is free and open to families with children.

Tickets are $20. Three kiosks will be set up for sales and check in for bracelets (to admit wearer to venues).



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Last call for Jazz Walk - Tuesday evening street stroll - music starts at 7pm


Jazz Bites on the street at 6pm, music starts at 7pm
15th NE between NE 175th and 180th



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Sonando to play at North City Jazz Walk Tuesday

Thursday, August 6, 2015

Sonando
Photo by Daniel Sheehan

The North City Jazz Walk welcomes Sonando to the 2015 lineup on Tuesday, August 11 at the Bounty Coffee House. This venue is sponsored by the Law Office of Gary East. 

Sonando was founded in 1990 by Fred Hoadley and Lary Barilleau to explore new directions in the blending of Afro-Cuban rhythms and Jazz. For over a decade, Sonando has performed original Latin Jazz at festivals, clubs, and concerts throughout the Northwest -- now including the North City Jazz Walk. 

Please note that 15th Ave NE will be closed from 6pm to 11pm between NE 175th and NE 182nd so participants can enjoy a safe walk. 




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Greta Matassa and Critical Mass headline the North City Jazz Walk

Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Greta Matassa headlines Jazz Walk

Two great sounds that sound great together! Greta Matassa and the 18 piece Critical Mass will be featured on the Shoreline Lake Forest Park showmobile, sponsored by Olson Chevrolet, at this year’s North City Jazz Walk on Tuesday, August 11 in Shoreline.  

Greta Matassa, four times voted “The Best Jazz Vocalist In The Northwest” by Earshot Jazz, is a crowd favorite. Her remarkable range and interpretation of the American songbook reveals a deep understanding of vocal jazz that is not to be missed.

Critical Mass Jazz Band
Photo by Devon Vose Rickabaugh

Joining Greta is the 18-piece band Critical Mass which presents some of the best jazz musicians in the Puget Sound. It is known for its wide repertoire of contemporary composers / arrangers including Stan Kenton, George Stone, and Keith McClelland, the band’s music director.

Tickets are available for $15 before and $20 on the day of the event. (See purchase details).  This is the 9th annual North City Jazz Walk and again this year 15th Ave NE will be closed from 6 pm to 11 pm.

Some parking is available in the St Mark church lot, otherwise on-street parking.

A complete list of artists, more information and tickets at North City Jazz Walk.  

Tickets are also available at Sky Nursery, Shoreline Lake Forest Park Arts Council office, Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center and many other businesses in North City.



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Susan Pascal Quartet plays Jazz Walk Aug 11

Sunday, August 2, 2015

Vibraphonist Susan Pascal
Photo by Harlan Chinn
The Susan Pascal Quartet, featuring guitarist Dave Peterson, bassist Chuck Deardorf, and drummer Mark Ivester, and vibraphonist Susan Pascal, performs at the North City Theatre for the North City Jazz Walk on Tuesday, August 11.

Her straight-ahead jazz group has been nominated twice for Best Acoustic Group by Seattle’s Earshot Jazz.

PLEASE NOTE: 15th Avenue NE will be closed from 6:00pm to 10:30pm between 175th St and 182nd St NE.

Tickets are on sale online for $15.  If available tickets will be $20 on the day of the North City Jazz Walk. 

Bracelets, which admit you to the venues are on sale now for in person purchase. See previous article.



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Buy Jazz Walk bracelets in person at local businesses ahead of the event

Saturday, August 1, 2015


You can now buy Jazz Walk bracelets in person this year before the event. These are your admission to all the venues. And there will be music on the street for free for those who just want to stroll the street.

Bracelets are selling now for $15.00 each at the locations listed below.

  • Shoreline- Lake Forest Park Arts Council offices in the Shoreline Center
  • North City Bistro
  • The Bounty Coffeehouse
  • North Seattle Eagles
  • Easy Monkey Taphouse
  • North City Lounge
  • North City Water District
  • Golden Bow Gift and Flowers
  • Leena's
  • Prosser Piano and Organ
  • Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center
  • Sky Nursery

Shoreline location sales will end on Monday, August 10th.

Anyone purchasing a ticket online will need to print out a receipt to be exchanged for a bracelet on the night of event, at any of the three ticket kiosks.

Strolling the street at Jazz Walk
Photo copyright Marc Weinberg

 Ticket purchases night of event will be $20.00.

Three Ticket/ Bracelet Sale kiosks on the night of the event, location and times are

  • from 5pm – 9pm Center sales in front of the Bounty.
  • from 6pm – 7:30pm  St Mark on the North end
  • 175th NE on the South end

“Bracelets are entrance” to all indoor venues and the main outdoor stage with Greta Matassa.

The two free venues not requiring a bracelet will be:

  • St Mark with the student and Faculty from Arts Council Jazz Camp
  • Hook Me Up at the Frank Lumber Delivery store.



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Hook Me Up at the North City Jazz Walk

Thursday, July 30, 2015

Hook Me Up plays at the 2014 Jazz Walk
Photo by Steven H. Robinson


Come and hear Hook Me Up at the Frank Door Delivery Store at Tuesday, August 11 as part of the 9th Annual North City Jazz Walk. This site is sponsored by the Rain City Rotary and the office of Brad Lancaster Law and features outdoor seating with a beer and wine garden.

Hook Me Up, a Tacoma-based quartet featuring trumpeter Tracey Hooker, will be playing a mix of jazz and pop — familiar themes with a fresh jazz treatment. From the music of Chuck Mangione to Stevie Wonder, you’ll recognize that these players bring years of wisdom and experience to the stage that you want to hear more.

There are also nine other venues with music and a variety of food items for purchase.

Please be advised the 15th Ave NE between 175th and 182nd NE will be closed between 6:00pm and 11:00pm during the North City Jazz Walk.

Tickets are available for $15 at several local businesses as well as online. Day of tickets will be $20.





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Pearl Django returns to the North City Jazz Walk August 11

Monday, July 20, 2015

Pearl Django

Back by popular demand, Pearl Django will again perform at the Easy Monkey as part of the 9th annual North City Jazz Walk on Tuesday evening, August 11.

With a performance history spanning almost two decades, Pearl Django endures as one of the most highly regarded Hot Club style groups working today. The band’s signature style is marked by pristine and dexterous string work, colors of Bal Musette, the steady pulse of rhythm guitar and an unmistakable swing that delights audiences of all musical sensibilities.

Jazz Walk is an annual volunteer-run event that features the best jazz groups in the area, in venues from NE 175th to NE 180th on 15th NE. The street is closed for the evening and becomes a strolling boulevard with music on every side.

Music starts at 7pm.

One of the most popular acts, Greta Matassa, has been moved outside to accommodate a larger audience.

Tickets for Jazz Walk are available on the website for $15. Tickets are limited and will be $20 the day of the event.

Ticket booths at each end of the street will issue bracelets that give the wearer admission to all the venues. A map shows where each site is on the street.




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Jazz Walk August 11 - Greta Matassa moves to outdoor stage

Saturday, July 11, 2015


The ninth annual North City Jazz Walk takes place on Tuesday, August 11th in Shoreline. The event will be held along 15th Ave NE between 175th St and 182nd St.
The street is closed from 6 pm to 11 pm.

Cost is $15 prior to the event and $20 on the day.
There are only 1,000 tickets for sale.

Big change for this year - Greta Matassa will be on the Showmobile stage
This venue will allow over 150 people per show to attend her performance.
Outdoor venues begin at 6:30, indoors at 7pm.

This year's venues:

North City Theatre -Susan Pascal Quartet
Easy Monkey- Pearl Django (5 pc.)
The Bounty-Sonondo (6 pc.)
Industrial Air/Showmobile-Greta Matassa w/ Critical Mass - 6:30
St. Mark Church -Shoreline Lake Forest Park Arts Council Jazz Camp students/faculty
Eagles-Janette West Quartet
North City Bistro-Bill Anschell Trio
Water District-Jacqueline Tabor Quartet
North City Lounge-Freddie James Duo + sax
Frank Delivery Store-Hook Me Up - 6:30

Jazz Bites begin serving at 6pm featuring a variety of foods and beverages along 15th Ave NE.

Tickets are available online for purchase now.



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Where the Beat hits the Street: Jazz Walk coming up in August

Sunday, July 5, 2015



The 9th annual North City Jazz Walk will be held on Tuesday, August 11 along 15th NE in Shoreline.

This popular event features music at ten venues in the North City Business District. Thank you to the City of Shoreline for their sponsorship and for closing the street at 6pm and reopening it at 11pm.

Tickets are $15 prior to the event and $20 the day of the event. Tickets are limited.

For a complete list of artists, more information or to purchase tickets, go to the webpage



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Street scene at Jazz Walk

Thursday, August 14, 2014

There's was much action on the street as there was in the venues at the North City Jazz Walk. Held from 6 - 10pm on a closed section of 15th NE on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, families meandered the street, checking out all the"Jazz Bites" food, the painted piano, the bronze statue, not to mention fire hydrants and Good Humour ice cream trucks!

Ted's Wheely Cool Treats
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Shoreline Police were on the scene
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Northwest Dental's Wheel of Fortune
Photo by Jerry Pickard
Budding street performer
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Several people played the Painted Piano
Photo by Jerry Pickard
Krispy Kreme gave away free donuts
Photo by Jerry Pickard
Leena's staff sold Jazz Bites from Leena's
Photo by Jerry Pickard
Domino's sold pizza
Photo by Jerry Pickard
North City Eagles sold popcorn and pretzels
Photo by Jerry Pickard
Hook Me Up played sweet sounds in the outdoor
venue with a sit-down audience and patrons of the
Rain City Rotary beer garden next to them
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Jazz Camp students played on the Showmobile stage
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

The North City Jazz Walk is produced by the North City Business Association in partnership with the City of Shoreline, the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Arts Council, North City Water District and by generous in-kind contributions from Ronald Wastewater District, Auvé Industries, Blue City Monthly and Recology Cleanscapes.

Updated 08-14-2014 8:59pm


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Jazz Walk - rain or shine

Tuesday, August 12, 2014


The 8th Annual North City Jazz Walk will be held on Tuesday, August 12 rain or shine. Tickets will be on sale at the event for $15 starting at 6 pm.

Jazz Bites begin at 6 pm along 15th Ave NE. Salad, cheese plates, sliders, popcorn, ice cream, hot dogs and more will be available for purchase. A beer and wine garden is being sponsored by the Rain City Rotary. Beer and wine and more delicious bites will also be available at various venues throughout the evening.

Music at all venues begins at 7 pm. Performances are scheduled for 7:45, 8:30 and 9:15. 

A big thank you to the City of Shoreline Public Works Department and Police Department for their support of the Jazz Walk. 15th Ave NE will be closed between 175th Street NE and 182nd Street NE between 6 pm and 11 pm.

For complete information about the Jazz Walk including tickets, venues, musicians, Jazz Bites and more, see the web page

And don't forget to stop by the Shoreline Area News booth to say hello!



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Advance tickets for Jazz Walk still on sale

Sunday, August 10, 2014

This is one way to get people out of their cars!
Photo by Jerry Pickard

North City Jazz Walk, Tuesday, August 12, 6 - 10pm

Jazz Walk is a multi-performer night of music when ten city blocks turn into a pedestrian walkway and a dozen North City businesses turn into music venues. The students of Jazz Camp perform all evening on an outdoor stage and tickets get you into indoor performances.

Some music, tables, and the beer garden are on the street, but the venues require a ticket to go inside. Buy advance tickets online here. Tickets can be purchased at the event, but at a higher price.

"Jazz Bites" food will be for sale from street vendors, so you can start at 6pm when the street closes.

Rain City Rotary will be serving at their Beer and Wine Garden from 6:00 - 10:00 pm in front of Frank's Lumber Delivery Store at 17550 15th Ave NW, Shoreline. All proceeds go to end polio worldwide.

The Shoreline Area News will have a table on the street - so stop by to say hello!


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Jimmy Holden Band returns to the Eagles for Jazz Walk

Friday, August 8, 2014

Jimmy Holden Band 2013 Jazz Walk
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Tuesday night, August 12, is the 8th Annual North City Jazz Walk.

Eleven stages of jazz will entertain including the Jimmy Holden Band at the North City Eagles. 

Jimmy appears as a pianist, keyboardist and solo singer whose repertoire ranges from rhythm / blues to funk to neo-soul to pop. Tim Haines performs with a skilled and soulful voice as well as driving, funky drumming. Danny Hoefer has performed guitar around the world with the sounds of soul and funk. Jon Goforth creates a new listening experience with his technical proficiency and incredible feel for music genres from classical to funk, jazz to soul, R/B to pop.

Other artists include Greta Matassa, Pearl Django and Shear Jazz to name a few. The students of the Shoreline Lake Forest Park Arts Council Jazz Camp and instructors will also be featured.

The music begins at 7 pm, but you are invited to North City  starting at 6 pm to enjoy Jazz Bites --delicious food, wine and beer prepared specifically for this event. Fifteenth Ave NE between 175th Street NE and 182nd Street NE will be closed from 6 pm to 11 pm.

Tickets for the event are $12 but increase to $15 on the day of the event. A limited number of tickets are available.

For a complete list of artists, venues, ticket locations and further information, see the webpage.


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Tickets on sale now for Jazz Walk

Sunday, August 3, 2014


Tickets are Now Available for Jazz Walk - Tuesday, August 12

The following businesses are selling tickets to 2014 North City Jazz Walk. This great community event will be held on Tuesday, August 12 in North City on 15th NE from NE 175th to 185th. Tickets will be on sale until Sunday, August 10 for $12 and quantities are limited.



This event is sponsored by the North City Business Association.

Further information on the webpage.


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Get tickets now for Jazz Walk August 12 in North City

Friday, June 20, 2014


The North City Business Association is happy to announce the lineup of performers and stage sponsors for the 2014 North City Jazz Walk on Tuesday evening, August 12. This is the 8th year of this popular event held in North City on 15th Ave NE between NE 175th and NE 185th. 

Jazz Walk is a multi-performer night of music when ten city blocks turn into a pedestrian walkway and a dozen North City businesses turn into music venues. The students of Jazz Camp perform all evening on an outdoor stage and tickets get you into indoor performances.

This year’s line up:
  • Greta Matassa Trio at North City Theatre by Law Office of Keith McCelland
  • Shear Jazz Quintet at North City Bistro by Marlin Gabbert
  • Danny Quintero and Critical Mass at St. Mark Catholic Church by Anderson House
  • Pearl Django at Easy Monkey Tap House by Law Offices of Scott Lawrence
  • Jacqueline Tabor Jazz Band at North City Water District by Shoreline Breakfast Rotary Club
  • Freddie James and Junior at North City Lounge by Suni’s Pizza
  • Greg Schroeder Quartet at Bounty Coffee House by the Bounty Coffee House
  • Jimmy Holden Trio at North City Eagles by Dr. Eric Lee
  • Entre Mundo Salsa Quartet at Phoenix Art Restoration by Rallie Jamero 
  • Hook Me Up at Frank Lumber Delivery Store by Lancaster Law Office and Rain City Rotary Club
  • Shoreline Jazz Camp Students and Faculty at Industrial Air by Shoreline Lake Forest Park Arts Council.

Tickets are $12 (plus small handling fee) and available online now or can be purchased at North City businesses starting July 25. Tickets are limited.


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Save the Date for the North City Jazz Walk

Saturday, May 3, 2014


Gary East, President of the North City Business Association, announces the eighth annual North City Jazz Walk on Tuesday, August 12, 2014.

This year the event will increase to eleven venues, adding the newly opened Lazy Monkey Tap House, and will include artists such as Greta Matassa, Pearl Django and the Shear Jazz Quintet. 

Tickets for the Jazz Walk are available now online for $12 (plus a small service charge).

Again this year, 15th Avenue Northeast will be closed between 175th and 180th during the hours of 6pm to 10pm. Music begins at 7pm but come early at 6pm to enjoy delectable Jazz Bites along the street.

More information, tickets and the full artist lineup on the Jazz Walk webpage.



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Inside the venues at Jazz Walk

Thursday, August 15, 2013

Inside the venues, each location had its own ambiance - and refreshments! The tavern sold beer, the wine shop sold wine, The Bounty sold sandwiches and beer, and the Catholic church sold strawberry shortcake - definitely a destination for many.

Barney McClure with Dan Sales Quartet
at the North City Eagles
Photo by Keith McGlashan
Stephanie Porter Quartet
The Shoreline Water conference room
By Keith McGlashan
Danny Quintero with Critical Mass Big Band
at St. Mark Church and School
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Jimmy Holden Quartet with Tim Haines
at the North City Lounge
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
Doug Reid with Al Keith Quintet
at The Bounty Coffee House
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

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