Hotel Eve Jazz

Led by guitarist Miguel Schwiderke, influenced by Wes Montgomery and John Coltrane, this jazz trio blends deep musicality with spontaneous improvisation. Backed by former Drayton and the Dreamboats members Craig Kellberg on upright bass and Mattick Frick on drums, the group brings together three distinct voices for an engaging and dynamic live performance. $10 weekdays...

The Core: Original Improvisational Jazz Quintet Working firmly in the jazz tradition, The Core has spent over a decade composing and performing throughout the Southeast. The group presents selections from their upcoming recording alongside highlights from their existing catalog. FEATURING Justin Ray – Trumpet Jacob Rodriguez – Saxophone Bill Bares – Keyboard Zack Page –...

Sugar Bomb is an instrumental modern jazz trio known for their dynamic range in style and composition. They have performed at jazz festivals across the US & as far away as Thailand, where they performed at the Chiang Mai International Jazz Festival in 2025. The trio consists of Jacob Bruner (keyboards), Eli Kahn (bass), and...

Join us at Hotel Eve for the beginning of a new series: The Queen Sessions. This first performance features Asheville singer-songwriter Melissa McKinney as she honors the timeless artistry of Eva Cassidy. Known for her raw, soulful voice, emotional delivery, and commanding stage presence, Melissa is the frontwoman of the horn-powered blues and soul band...

Ben Colvin Quartet brings a dynamic mix of groove-based music to the stage ranging from 60s era soul jazz, to Afro Cuban rhythms, to contemporary fusion and funk. Led by longtime Asheville saxophonist Ben Colvin, the group features Joe Enright (drums), Quinn Sternberg (bass), Taylor Pierson (keys), and a Special Guest. Their sets move from...

Blake Anthony Ellege is an International Award Winning Professional Entertainer, Front Man, Vocalist, Multi-Instrumentalist, American Idol Golden Ticket Winner, Grammy Member and Classicaly Trained Tenor From Asheville, N.C. At the age of 2, Blake showed an interest in singing and by the age of 4, he began singing in church with his family. By the...

Adam Rose draws on a diverse background in jazz, classical, indie-rock and Americana genres. He learned to play jazz at the Philadelphia Clef Club, then worked as a producer and film composer in NYC before moving to Durham NC. There he continued his studies as a graduate assistant in composition and arranging. Since moving to...

The Queen Sessions at Hotel Eve | A celebration of the legendary women who shaped jazz. Hotel Eve proudly presents The Queen Sessions, a concert series curated by Melissa McKinney, honoring the iconic voices that defined generations of jazz. Each Wednesday evening features a rotating lineup of Asheville's premier vocalists, each bringing their own style,...

Kass Blount ignites the stage with a soulful fire sparking new life into age-old jazz classics. Featuring Brian Felix on keys and Ryan Ptasnik on Drums. $10 weekdays -$15 weekends at the door (all ticket proceeds are 100% passed to the band, backed by a living wage guarantee from Hotel Eve) *Reserve a table in...

The Aaron Austin Quartet is defined by rich textures, deep groove, and soulful improvisation. Led by guitarist Aaron Austin, the group draws inspiration from jazz legends like John Scofield and Bill Frisell, blending tradition with a modern sensibility. Their sound weaves together the grit and energy of 1970s jazz-fusion with fresh, imaginative takes on the...

The Jamie Hendrickson Quartet is an Asheville-based group led by guitarist and composer Jamie Hendrickson. Drawing from the lineage of Wes Montgomery, Pat Martino, George Benson, and John Scofield, the band blends classic jazz standards with modern interpretations and original compositions. With an emphasis on groove, melodic improvisation, and deep swing, they deliver dynamic performances...

The Queen Sessions at Hotel Eve | A celebration of the legendary women who shaped jazz. Hotel Eve proudly presents The Queen Sessions, a concert series curated by Melissa McKinney, honoring the iconic voices that defined generations of jazz. Each Wednesday evening features a rotating lineup of Asheville's premier vocalists, each bringing their own style,...

Every third Thursday, Joe Enright hosts an intimate, ever-changing night of original music—spotlighting a different featured artist each month. Blending jazz with each artist’s unique voice, the evening weaves original compositions with a curated selection of their personal influences and favorite tunes. Anchored by one of the region’s most in-demand drummers, Composer’s Room offers a...

  $10 weekdays -$15 weekends at the door (all ticket proceeds are 100% passed to the band, backed by a living wage guarantee from Hotel Eve) *Reserve a table in advance, or join us impromptu the night of the show. Reservations/advance tickets are recommended for preferred seating, but not required. Tickets are available at the...