Gerald Veasley / Karen Briggs / Carol Riddick

Jazz at the Oxford | 15th Season

Experience Gerald Veasley, Karen Briggs, and Carol Riddick live at Jazz at the Oxford, an intimate concert experience in the Minnesota Ballroom at The Oxford Hotel Bend. With limited seating and the artist just steps from the audience, each performance offers 90 minutes of live music in one of downtown Bend’s most distinctive settings.

ABOUT THE ARTISTS

Joining Patrick Lamb for this unforgettable performance are three extraordinary artists: acclaimed bassist Gerald Veasley, whose chart-topping career includes years with Grover Washington Jr. and Joe Zawinul; internationally renowned violinist Karen Briggs, celebrated for her iconic performances with Yanni and collaborations with jazz and R&B legends; and soulful vocalist Carol Riddick, whose powerful voice has been featured alongside artists including Jill Scott, Anthony Hamilton, and DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince. Together, they bring decades of world-class musicianship, energy, and soul to the stage.

Know Before You Go

Jazz at the Oxford is hosted inside The Oxford Hotel Bend, located at 10 NW Minnesota Avenue in the heart of downtown Bend.

Small bites, desserts, beer, wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase inside the venue throughout the performance.

Parking

Valet parking at The Oxford Hotel Bend — $20

Centennial Parking Garage — hourly public parking, directly adjacent to the hotel

Downtown Bend street parking — available according to posted City of Bend limits

Dining at ROAM

Make an evening of it with dinner before or after the show at ROAM, located inside The Oxford Hotel. Reservations are highly recommended on performance weekends.

Reserve a Table at ROAM - https://www.opentable.com/r/roam-bend

Free Saturday Music Education Workshop

Saturday, January 9th | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM | The Oxford Hotel Bend

Go beyond the performance and meet the artists during our free Saturday Music Education Workshop, hosted by Georges Bouhey.

A tradition of Jazz at the Oxford since its earliest seasons, these complimentary workshops invite musicians, students, jazz enthusiasts and curious listeners alike to hear directly from the featured artists, participate in an open Q&A, and explore the music in an informal, engaging setting.

Bouhey has facilitated nearly 50 Jazz at the Oxford workshops with many of the world’s leading jazz artists and is known throughout the region as a bandleader, accomplished drummer and keyboardist, and dedicated music educator.

The workshop is free and open to the public. Concert tickets are not required to attend.

Jazz with a Local Impact

Jazz at the Oxford is proud to continue supporting Family Access Network (FAN) throughout the 15th season.

FAN helps connect Central Oregon children and families in need with essential resources and services. During Jazz at the Oxford, 100% of drawing proceeds benefit Family Access Network, along with additional fundraising and community-support initiatives throughout the season.

About Jazz at the Oxford

Now celebrating its 15th season, Jazz at the Oxford brings acclaimed musicians to downtown Bend for an intimate concert series unlike a traditional large-venue performance. Each artist weekend features three performances at The Oxford Hotel Bend, pairing exceptional live music with the hospitality and energy of downtown Bend.