Bess Jacques & The Strays draw on a vintage mix of American music, including jazz, blues, and the American Songbook, along with more modern, R&B-inspired tunes and Americana. The trio’s musical offerings range from lush ballads to hard-swinging, from honky-tonk to funky grooves. Beautiful originals combine with the blend for a mix of sounds that is both classic and fresh.
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The band: Bess Jacques leads the band on vocals and piano, joined by Portland’s revered Per Hanson on drums and harmonica. Special guests round out the trio, often on saxophone or trumpet. Special Strays include founding member Kate Campbell Strauss, Darren Whitney, Tracy McMullen, and many other beloved local talents.
Pre-pandemic fun:
Sundays at MJ's Wine Bar
One City Center, Portland, ME 7-9pm Jazz, blues and wine. We always have a good time and you will too. Thursdays at Solo Italiano 100 Commercial St, Portland, ME 6-9pm The trio is back at Solo! Beautiful food and wine and music in a beautiful downtown Portland location. |
Video credit: Wilkes Media, with sound by Mark Abraham
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