Doug "the perfesser" Reid returns to North City Lounge for Jazz Walk

Plan to spend the evening of August 14th at the popular North City Jazz Walk. Returning for the 6th year, this annual event is a must do for Shoreline jazz lovers. Stroll along 15th Avenue NE to enjoy great live jazz at one great venue after another between 7 – 10 pm. This year, come early and enjoy “Jazz Bites” delicious food items specifically provided for the event.

The 2012 line-up of 10 eclectic groups offers a close-up experience with some of the area’s best jazz players:

Doug "the perfesser" Reid
will play at Jazz Walk
Photo courtesy SCC

Shoreline’s favorite sax player, Doug “the perfesser” Reid, returns to the North City Lounge with his gritty roadhouse sound. This group is a must for fans of straight ahead jazz and “roadhouse” bebop. Doug says to expect the unexpected, join in “name-that-tune,” and listen for random acts of expression. Check out the infamous Andy Roben’s hard driving, funky organ style reminiscent of Hammond B-3 masters. Dr. Tim Norton, local chiropractor and music lover sponsors the North City Lounge stage.

Advanced tickets for $12 are on sale now. Capacity at indoor venues is limited so buy tickets early at designated locations or online. Tickets will be available at the event for $15. Parking is plentiful and free. Here is a map of the venues, artist profiles, and Jazz Bite offerings.

The North City Jazz Walk is produced by the North City Business Association (NCBA) in partnership with the City of Shoreline, the Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Arts Council and by generous in-kind contributions from the Journal Magazine and CleanScapes.

This year the NCBA added a feature that lets everyone help promote the event. Become a North City Jazz Walk friend by purchasing a cling-on sticker. The sticker comes with two tickets. More information here.