KJ Denhert is an NYC-based, award-winning songwriter, guitarist, vocalist and bandleader who has shared stages with artists ranging from Alicia Keys, Roberta Flack, Robert Cray, and more. An internationally touring artist, KJ’s career spans 40 years, numerous albums, and legions of devoted fans worldwide. A child of the 60s, KJ’s music is both a rich tapestry of Urban Folk & Jazz and a reflection of the fiery time of cultural upheaval in which she lived. Echoes of James Taylor, Joni Mitchel, Carole King, Laura Nyro and, Steely Dan’s combine with KJ’s own unique musical voice to create music that is both unique and relevant for today. Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / One ticket is valid for both sets, seating for the 9pm set is based upon availability 

KJ Denhert is an NYC-based, award-winning songwriter, guitarist, vocalist and bandleader who has shared stages with artists ranging from Alicia Keys, Roberta Flack, Robert Cray, and more. An internationally touring artist, KJ’s career spans 40 years, numerous albums, and legions of devoted fans worldwide. A child of the 60s, KJ’s music is both a rich tapestry of Urban Folk & Jazz and a reflection of the fiery time of cultural upheaval in which she lived. Echoes of James Taylor, Joni Mitchel, Carole King, Laura Nyro and, Steely Dan’s combine with KJ’s own unique musical voice to create music that is both unique and relevant for today. Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / One ticket is valid for both sets, seating for the 9pm set is based upon availability 

New York based Gili Lopes is a distinguished bassist and composer who has garnered international acclaim for his exceptional talent and musical prowess. His unique blend of Brazilian roots and international experiences has led him to stages such as Queen Elizabeth Hall, Ronnie Scotts, Frederic Chopin Philarmonic, Adrienne Arsch Center, and London Jazz Festival. Doors 11:30am / Sets at 12pm & 1pm / $20 per person cash donation to the band encouraged 

Take Broadway uptown and then keep on going north to where the treetops replace the rooftops; and there you will find in the heart of the Hudson Valley, the sounds of Anthony Gach & Harmonic Aggression. Mixing the rhythmic energy of big city funk and the storied melodies of the Americana genre, bandleader and songwriter Anthony Gach boasts a horn fronted ensemble with a full rhythm section and a large vocal presence to showcase his blues infused funk rock compositions. Taking influence from an array of artists and genres and no stranger to most types of stages, Anthony Gach & Harmonic Aggression makes music for the most introspective listener and the most intensive dancer. Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / $20 per person cash donation to the band encouraged 

Renowned for his musicality, groove, and knowledge of various genres, Alex Kautz stands out as a distinguished percussionist, educator, and composer. With an unwavering passion for jazz and world music, he has crafted a captivating and distinct musical voice and unique artistic expression. Alex has been an important part of the NY competitive music scene for the last decade and has played and/or recorded with some of the top artists in the industry today including Tim Ries, Magos Herrera, Nilson Matta, Chico Pinheiro, Steve Willson, Lenny Andrade, Fabio Gouvea, Helio Alves, Victor Prieto and Lionel Loueke among others. In addition to his work with various artists, Alex has taken the lead in various projects where he combines the sounds of Brazilian music fused with jazz. Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / One ticket is valid for both sets, seating for the 9pm set is based upon availability 

Jazz guitarist Peter Bernstein has been an integral part of the jazz scene in New York and abroad since 1989. During that time he has participated in over 80 recordings and numerous festival, concert and club performances with musicians from all generations. As a leader, Peter has released nine albums and a DVD, Live at Smoke. In addition, Peter has appeared in groups led by Nicholas Payton, Sonny Rollins, Lee Konitz, Tom Harrell, Eric Alexander and many more. His special guest is none other than guitarist Rodney Jones, a walking legend of the instrument who's played with a "who's who" of music including: Maceo Parker, Sarah Vaughn, Lena Horne, Dizzy Gillespie and many more! These are two of the finest musicians to ever LOOK at a guitar. Come bear witness to mastery, folks. Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / One ticket is valid for both sets, seating for the 9pm set is based upon availability 

Pianist, accordionist and composer Ben Rosenblum has traversed a truly unique musical path, one that has seen him perform alongside world-class musicians across more than twenty music genres and fifteen countries, lead bands at prestigious venues across the world, all while maintaining a signature, melodic musical voice. Rosenblumâ's journey has taken him on tours with Grammy-winning pop artist Rickie Lee Jones and Juno-winning contemporary Indian singer Kiran Ahluwalia. His roots in jazz have led to an over ten-year relationship with Grammy-winning bassist Curtis Lundy, performing at festivals alongside jazz luminaries Bobby Watson, Sean Jones and Warren Wolf. He has appeared with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra on accordion, and as a guest soloist on piano at Carnegie Hall's Stern-Perelman Auditorium with Maestro Reona Itoâ's New York Harmonic Band. Throughout it all, Rosenblum has always maintained the same priority - to tell a compelling story with his music, reaching the hearts of his audience and connecting on an emotional, intellectual and spiritual level. Doors 11:30am, sets at 12pm and 1pm / Reservations highly recommended / $20 per person cash donation to the artists encouraged 

NYC based guitarist Al Street has been a musician’s musician for as long as anyone can remember. He’s toured the world with acts such as Lee Fields, etc. His rhythm is a force of nature, his solos are fiery masterpieces and his taste is on the utmost high level. Come see a master at work doing his own thing! ***Special Event*** Halloween party costume contest! With judges and multiple categories of winners, expect a highly entertaining evening of world class party music and epic costumes!!! Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / $20 per person cash donation to the band encouraged 

Gillian Margot is a singer with a rare gift that makes people sit up and listen. She possesses an exquisite voice, a disarmingly wide range and a style that eschews jazz singer clichés in favour of an original, interpretive delivery grounded in a song's lyrical and emotional content. The Grammy-winning pianist Geoffrey Keezer is celebrated internationally for his highly regarded discography, unique compositions, and acclaimed performances in a variety of configurations. Keezer has been a major figure in NYC's jazz piano scene since 1989, when he became the last pianist with the legendary Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. Keezer and Margot have been touring, writing and recording together for several years, including their 2018 album On My Way to You (MarKeez). They bring their unique musical vision to concert stages worldwide, performing familiar jazz standards, beloved pop songs and vibrant original compositions, in a varied and intimate set. Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / One ticket is valid for both sets, seating for the 9pm set is based upon availability Tickets $15-$25 

Cory Weeds is an expressive saxophonist with a warm and impactul sound rooted in jazz tradition. Jazz aficionados know that Cory, when playing tenor or alto sax, conveys an unerring sense of swing. Recording more than 20 albums as a leader that document his dynamic saxophone playing on both hard-swinging tunes and gentle ballads, he has shared stages and recording studios with the likes of Bill Charlap, Joey DeFrancesco, Champian Fulton, Jeff Hamilton, Harold Mabern, Roy McCurdy, Brad Turner, and many other high-level artists. He’s a fearless musician who embraces a broad range of playing situations and then delivers with performances that shine. So that’s Cory Weeds, passionate jazz musician, in a nutshell. Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / One ticket is valid for both sets, seating for the 9pm set is based upon availability Tickets $15-$25 

A native of São Paulo, Brazil, pianist Helio Alves combines the rhythmic complexity of modern Brazilian music with the edgy energy of contemporary jazz. A resident of NYC since the '90s, Alves has received high praise as an in-demand sideman with the likes of Joe Henderson, Yo-Yo Ma, Sadao Watanabe, Slide Hampton, Airto Moreira & Flora Purim, Paquito D'Rivera, Joyce, and Rosa Passos to name but a few. Helio has also released four albums under his own name: "Trios" (1998), "Portrait in Black & White" (2004), "It's Clear" (2009) and most recently, "Musica" featuring Antonio Sanchez, Reuben Rogers, Claudio Roditi and Romero Lubambo. Doors 11:30am, sets at 12pm and 1pm / Reservations highly recommended / $20 per person cash donation to the artists encouraged 

Saxophonist Rich Williams has been captivating listeners for decades with his soulful style. Within Rich’s playing you can hear the whispery lyricism of Paul Desmond, the soulful and bluesy bop lines of Lou Donaldson, the joyfulness of Cannonball Adderley and the syncopated funk of Maceo Parker. Rich has performed with members of Phish, moe, Twiddle, the Greg Allman Band, Floodwood, Maceo Parker and Melvin Sparks. As an educator, Rich Williams is currently the Band Director at Mahopac High School in Mahopac, NY where he has received numerous awards for the ensembles that he directs. Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / $20 per person cash donation to the band encouraged 

Liquid Love is a band that pays homage to the legendary Freddie Hubbard, one of the most influential trumpet players in history. Comprised of seven exceptionally talented musicians, Liquid Love boasts Dan Donofrio on trumpet, Greg LaPine on saxophone, Darren Litzie on keyboards, Mike Godette on guitar, David Livolsi on bass, Tony Cintron on percussion, and Tyger MacNeal on drums. These remarkable individuals have had the privilege of recording and performing with esteemed artists such as John Scofield, Average White Band, Jason Mraz, Gerald Veasley, and many others. Liquid Loves' mission is to honor the timeless music of Freddie Hubbard by delivering a diverse repertoire that encompasses his early Blue Note recordings as well as his later CTI sessions. Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / One ticket is valid for both sets, seating for the 9pm set is based upon availability 7:30 PM SHOW TICKETS $15-25 

Our house band “Grease Patrol” which makes semi regular appearances at Uncle Cheef is a hard hitting instrumental funky soul all star group playing an enticing mix of covers and originals on the highest level. Every live show is a total party! Come see what all the buzz is about, you will not regret it! These are life long professional NYC working musicians playing music their hearts out for the beautiful people of the Hudson Valley. Who doesn’t love a funky good time? Featuring some of the worlds finest artists right at your doorstep. Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / One ticket is valid for both sets, seating for the 9pm set is based upon availability 7:30 PM SHOW TICKETS $15-25 

Petey Hop has been an accomplished singer/frontman and sought-after sideman to Mitch Woods and Chris O’Leary allowing him to tour the US and Europe He has also shared the stage with one of his idols, Hubert Sumlin, and twice with Pinetop Perkins. Pete can communicate his roots yet convey a style all his own. He is equally comfortable as a solo acoustic performer, small combo rocker, or big ensemble player. Pete’s “The Levee" was produced by Duke Robillard and was chosen as #30 for the top 100 Blues Albums of 2012 by The Roots Report. His “2020 Blues” is a self-produced EP of new music inspired by the year from hell. Capturing the emotions and realities of a year of quarantine. A unique, eclectic, diverse songwriter with guitar chops to match his genre-spanning style. Please join us for this celebratory evening as we raise a glass to another year around the sun of the one and the only, Petey Hop! Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / One ticket is valid for both sets, seating for the 9pm set is based upon availability 7:30 PM SHOW TICKETS $15-$25 

David Hazeltine is one of a handful of contemporary pianists who has mastered all of the major musical skills, from improvisation and technique, to accompaniment, arranging, and composition. Even more impressive, David is the rare artist able to innovate in each category. Thus it’s no surprise that he’s the most recorded contemporary jazz pianist of our time, having recorded thirty five cd’s as a leader and hundreds more as a sideman, on various major labels globally. A Milwaukee native, David was playing the clubs as a preteen, and before he’d even come of age he was already grabbing the attention and respect of jazz legends like Sonny Stitt, and Chet Baker. They urged him to make the move to New York City, which he did in 1992. He has worked with some of the world’s most respected jazz legends including James Moody, Eddie Harris, Jon Faddis, Joe Henderson, Pepper Adams, Jon Hendricks, and Marlena Shaw. Whether he’s composing or interpreting, accompanying or leading, you are certain to end the set remembering the sounds of David Hazeltine. Doors 6:30pm / Sets at 7:30pm & 9pm / One ticket is valid for both sets, seating for the 9pm set is based upon availability 7:30 PM SHOW TICKETS $15-25