Birds Of A Feather Jazz Lounge is located inside the Award-winning Vietnamese Vegan restaurant, “Au Lac”. 710W.1st St, in downtown L.A.
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UPCOMING ARTISTS TICKETS
April 4th 7-8:30pm
THE MARCELLO CARELLI QUARTET feat. Ralph Moore
Composer, arranger and drummer, Marcello Carrelli is one of the hottest young drummers in jazz. He is the new breed drummer of tremendous pedigree, who has played with Grammy award-winning musicians such as John Daversa, Brian Lynch and Trevor Ware in both small group and big band settings.
His quartet is incredible!!
Ralph Moore, tenor Sam Ross, piano Jesse Katz, bass Marcello Carelli, drums
This is a Private Event with a portion of proceeds going to: KID CITY HOPE PLACE
April 5th 12:30-2pm
THE CALArts MODERN JAZZ ENSEMBLE
CalArts Modern Jazz Ensemble, founded by vibraphonist Rocco Williams, is an international collective redefining contemporary jazz.
The ensemble highlights the unique voices of its diverse and innovative members by featuring originals.
Rocco Williams: Vibraphone
Tomo Downs: Alto Saxophone
Niels Thompson: Guitar
Kris Anderson: Piano
Rob Moreno: Bass
Samuel Hulett: Drums
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: CHARITY WATER
April 8th 7-8:30pm
MATT POLITANO TRIO
One of the most creative and inventive pianist in Los Angeles, Matt Politano reshapes jazz classics into new creations. “He explores music with such artistry and imagination while still showing a deep respect for the beauty of a melody."
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: CHARITY WATER
April 9th 7-8:30pm
THE JOSH NELSON USC JAZZ COMBO
Pianist and composer Josh Nelson instructs and mentors the brilliant “Josh Nelson USC Jazz Combo” featuring:
Charlotte Richie, vocals Matias Castro, alto saxophone Daniel Wijedasa, baritone saxophone & bass clarinet. Joseph Salee, trombone Julian Najah, piano Marco Lenzi, bass Henry Spencer, drums
Nelson has been an active and creative artist for over twenty years. With ten albums as a leader, numerous other recordings, accolades and accomplishments. Recent projects with Brazilian legend Ivan Lins and superstar Michael Bublé are evidence that his piano and arranging skills are highly sought after. His six-year tenure with vocalist Natalie Cole was a high-water mark, and he toured and recorded extensively with her.
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: CHARITY WATER
April 10th 7-8:30pm
CHRISTIAN MORAGA: MORAGA - SOUTH AMERICAN JAZZ
Moraga South American Jazz (Moraga SAJ) is led by multi-percussionist Christian Moraga and presents a dynamic synthesis of South American folkloric traditions and jazz. Drawing inspiration from jazz while integrating North American song forms, the ensemble explores rhythmic and musical languages from Chile, Perú, Argentina, Uruguay, Colombia, and beyond. The group weaves traditional styles such as Festejo, Landó, Cueca, and Candombe into contemporary jazz orchestrations, creating a sound that is both rooted and forward-looking.
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: CHARITY WATER
April 11th 7-8:30pm
JOHN PROULX & MAYA PROULX. “The Art of the Duo!”
The father and daughter dynamic duo of John and Maya Proulx will thrill you with their educated and sensitive approach to some of our favorite songs. Both John and Maya are consummate musicians and singers. Their music will put a smile on your face and a resounding pep in your step. Not to be missed.
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: CHARITY WATER
April 12th 12:30-2pm
SUSAN KREBS & THE LOCAL OUTFIT SOUL FUEL - Antidotes for What Ails Us
Collaborators for near 30 years, vocalist/actor/improvisor Susan Krebs& The Local Outfit will offer their latest themed concert project, threading Music & Song from their extensive repertoire along with Poetry, SpokenWord and Free Sonic Play. The ever-evolving concert aims to move and lift folks - creating joyful resilience during these chaotic times.
The Local Outfit: Rich Eames, piano Ken Wild, bass Scott Breadman, percussion Jerry Kalaf, vibes Rob Lockart, woodwinds
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: CHARITY WATER
April 16th 7-8:30pm
SIDNEY JACOBS & CATHY SEGAL-GARCIA -
Singers SING!!!! JAM SESSION
Jazz singers Cathy Segal-Garcia and Sidney Jacobs share their hard earned knowledge with career and aspiring jazz singers in an evening of fun, education and expression. Come be apart of the vibrant community of beautiful singers and instrumentalists.
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: SPCALA
April 17th 7-8:30pm
THE PATRICK BARNITT QUINTET
Patrick Barnitt is one of LA's best known crooners. He brings his smooth baritone and exciting quintet to the Bird's stage!
Tony Campodoncio, piano Chris Wabich, drums Ahmet Sezin , bass Phillip Wack, sax
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: SPCALA
April 18th 7-8:30pm
THE JANIS MANN TRIO feat. Bill Cunliffe & Sezin Ahmet
An unforgettable night of jazz awaits! Award-winning vocalist Janis Mann joins forces with Grammy-winning pianist Bill Cunliffe and rising “young lion” bassist Sezin Ahmet for a dynamic trio performance. Expect soulful interpretations of beloved jazz classics alongside fresh takes on modern standards—delivered with artistry, swing, and heart. Don’t miss this intimate evening of world-class jazz.
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: DownTown LA Mission.
April 19th 7-8:30pm
ANA GAZZOLA
Ana Gazzola, the uber talented multi-instrumentalists will thrill you as she presents the beloved music from Brazil including Bossa Novas, Sambas and Beyond!!!
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: Down Town Mission.
April 22nd 7-8:30pm
GENGIS DON - Ode to The Drummers of Yesterday
Drummer, Gengis Don is a producer and artist who makes music from instinct. Growing up in Brooklyn, he learned to hear the city’s pulse and turn it into sound. In his world, lyrics and melody share the same breath. Every beat is a story, every chord a conversation. Hip hop and jazz guide him, not as rules, but as ways tospeak the universal language of feeling. At just 30, he has collaborated with renowned artists including Solange, Bilal, ASAP Ferg, Georgia Anne Muldrow, Marquis Hill, Christopher McBride, Pink Siifu, Phoelix, Standing on the Corner, Klein, keiyaA, Melanie Charles, Anna Wise, Mavi, Braxton Cook, and many others.
Josh Bryant, Keys DeVaughn Durham, sax David McKinzie, bass Gengis Don, drums
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: Feed The Streets LA
April 23rd 7-8:30pm
The KoMaGa Trio Feat. Motoshi Kosako, Michael Manring & Christopher Garcia
Motoshi Kosako is a Japanese born Concert harpist, composer, improvisor. This incredible ensemble features Michael Manring & Christopher Garcia These three virtuoso instrumentalists team up to play unique original jazz/ethnic cross over music with full of improvisation.
Motoshi has played for Stockton Symphony Orchestra as the principal harpist from 2006-2010. In 2007 he won the second place in Lyon & Healy International Jazz & Pop Harp Competition. His groundbreaking style is noted in Harp Column as “Motoshi Kosako, whose introspective soloing was reminiscent of Keith Jarrett.” He performs improvisation and original compositions as solo or in ensembles with top jazz musicians including Grammy award winning reeds player, Paul McCandless, innovative electric fret-less bassist, Michael Manring.
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: Kid City Hope Place
April 24th 7-8:30pm
WABICH, LUTZ & NELSON - An Evening of Trio Exploration
Major award winning musicians, Chris Wabich, Dan Lutz & Josh Nelson form a trio of the highest level, performing innovative tunes from the Jazz cannon along with orginial compositions poised to lift you into a realm of musical imaginings.
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: Kid City Hope Place
April 25th 7-8:30pm
THE TODD HUNTER TRIO with Special Guests
Todd Hunter is an acclaimed jazz pianist, composer, and music director whose tasteful playing illustrates the height of professionalism. Todd has had the privilege of performing alongside and learning from jazz masters like Joe Henderson, Tommy Flanagan, and Mel Lewis. Hunter is a premier collaborator who has spent years touring internationally as the pianist for the legendary Dionne Warwick. His impressive resume includes performances with icons such as Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder, and Natalie Cole,Brian Setzer Orchestra,Smokey Robinson, Nancy Wilson and Kenny Burrell.
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: Down Town Mission.
April 26th 12:30-2pm
THE CAROL BACH-y-RITA feat. Larry Koonse, Trey Henry & Ana Barreiro
Warm, captivating, and intimate, Carol Bach-y-Rita swings like mad. From the best of the American Songbook, through the gorgeous music of Brazil and the Americas. She delights in unusual duet pairings of voice with drums or bass, mixing and matching languages, rhythms, instrumental groupings. English, Spanish, and Portuguese are all in the mix, along with spontaneous flights of pure improvisation.
Larry Koonse, guitars. Trey Henry, bass. Ana Barreiro, drums & percussion
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: Down Town Mission.
May 3rd 7-8:30pm
SHARON MARIE CLINE - CD Release Party
Internationally acclaimed Soulful Jazz vocalist, Sharon Marie Cline, alsoknown as “The Divine Ms. Cline” because of the dreamy romantic qualityof her voice, has become one of Southern California's most sought after live performers. Dubbing her live concerts “Love Fests”, she sings some of the music world’s favorite jazz, soul contemporary and classic songs atfestivals, jazz clubs and special events worldwide.
April 30th 7-8:30pm
MINTA SPENCER - LIVE IN DTLA
Minta Spencer: Live in DTLA explores jazz sampled in hip hop — reimagined with harp at the center. LA harpist, pianist, and bandleader Minta Spencer pushes the instrument beyond tradition, shaping a modern voice in contemporary jazz and hip hop.
The ensemble flips iconic samples into layered, groove-driven arrangements — transforming familiar tracks into bold, textural reinterpretations.
Minta Spencer, harp & piano
Alex Sill, guitar
Danny Janklow, sax & flute
Cooper Appelt, bass
Taylor Kennedy, drums
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: KId City Hope Place
May 1st 7-8:30pm
THE MICHAEL RAGONESE TRIO feat. Anthony Fung & Luca Alemanno
Michael Ragonese is an acclaimed jazz pianist, composer, and educator born and raised inLos Angeles. He attended California State University, Northridge (CSUN),where he received top honors at major festivals including Reno and Monterey and was recognized as an outstanding soloist.
Ragonese has become one of the most in-demand pianists of his generation, performing,touring, and recording with artists such as Barbara Streisand, Walter Smith III, Mark Turner, Charnett Moffett, Bennie Maupin, Ben Wendel, Dave Koz, Rick Braun, Norman Brown, Alphonso Johnson, John Daversa, Tierney Sutton, Stanley Jordan, Engelbert Humperdinck, Tom Jones, Shoshana Bean, Dave Binney, Bob Sheppard, and others.
Anthony Fung, drums Luca Alemanno, bass
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: Charity Water
May 2nd 7-8:30pm
THE NOLAN SHAHEED QUARTET
Nolan Shaheed is one of the most respected and daring Trumpeters in Los Angeles. A former music director for Marvin Gaye and lead trumpet for Count Basie and Duke Ellington Orcestras, has performed and toured with many top acts in the pop and jazz industries including Natalie Cole, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Phil Collins, Anita Baker, Freddie Hubbard and Tom Waits.
Nolan leads one of the HOTTEST quintets in the land. Not to be missed!!!
This is a private event. A portion of proceeds goes to: KId City Hope Place
Birds of a FeatherJazz Lounge is an intimate 50- seat 1920’s style performance space tucked away in Downtown Los Angeles. Known for its Private Events, we’re hosting a diverse lineup of top-tier live jazz.
The club is nestled within the awarding-winning 5 star Vietnamese vegan restaurant AU LAC. The restaurant is an alcohol-free establishment, however inside the club we do serve non-alcoholic cocktails.
Offering everything from straight-ahead and BeBop to Latin, experimental, R&B, electronic and global jazz, as well as spoken word, Birds of a Feather Jazz Lounge often mixes both old-school legends and the next generation of LA’s finest musicians. It’s a spot that aims to capture a classic, unique jazz lounge vibe.
Performances at Birds of a Feather Jazz Lounge benefit selected charity and non-profit organizations.
AU LAC is located behind Disney Hall, on the south-west corner of 1st and Hope St. 710 W. 1st St. The corner business in a small mini-mall, you’ll find parking underneath the building accessible from a large driveway off of 1st St.
** Please note: Parking is $12 cash only.
Special Thanks to: Rob Tranago, Felipe Cano, Nancy Friedman, Chef Ito, Aryeh Kraus, Linh Nguyen
Photography: Chef Ito
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is parking located?
Parking is located under the building, accessible from west of the building off of 1st St. between Bunker Hill Towers and the mini-shopping center AU LAC is in.
Once you’ve turned into the large driveway, turn left into the garage “Guest Parking and Residence Parking of The Promendade”. $12 CASH ONLY.
Additional parking is located directly across Hope St. at Disney Hall - 111 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012. $10.
There is limited street parking in front of Au Lac, Disney Hall and The Music Center.
Where is Au Lac - Birds of a Feather Jazz Lounge located?
AU LAC is located at 710 W. 1st St. , on the south/west corner of 1st and Hope St. The restuarnat occupies the corner busincess of the nini-mall across the street fron Disney Hall. There is parking underneath the building accessible from a large driveward off 1st St. on the west side of the building.
Au Lac Menu?
The AU LAC menu is linked below on this website
Does Birds of a Feather Jazz Lounge serve Alcohol?
No, neither Birds of a Feather nor AU LAC serves alcohol. Patrons are NOT allowed to BYOB.
Most wonderfully, we have Non-Alcohol drinks/mocktails! They’re very good and reasonably priced!
Does Birds of a Feather Jazz Lounge allow smoking or vaping?
No. neither smoking or vaping are allowed in the AU LAC or Birds of a Feather Jazz Lounge establishments.
Does Birds of a Feather Jazz Lounge donate a portion of it proceeds to non-profits in order to lift all boats which support Los Angeles?
Yes, a portion of all performances at Birds of a Feather Jazz Lounge goes toward a non-profit of the artists choice. Those proceeds are given directly to the targeted non-profit. Please give freely to these charities through your ticket purchase. Every thoughtful and generous contribution will go to help out those in need in our great city. Some of the charities which benefit from your donations includes - JEXA, Los Angeles Mission, Kid City Hope Place, The California Jazz Foundation, Color Compton, Music Therapy For Veterans,Charity Water and Wild Up.
For Private Events and Film bookings contact us