Montavilla’s Vino Veritas wine bar announces a new weekly Thursday night music series in October, featuring piano trios led by local drummer Brent Follis. Starting at 7:30 pm, music lovers can enjoy the intimate setting along with a wide selection of local and global wines (available in glass pours or by the bottle) and small plates, snacks and sweets.
The series, entitled “Some of my best friends are…pianists,” highlights Follis’ close musical friendships with local piano legends. October 6 it’s smooth jazz icon and prolific recording artist Tom Grant who nimbly walks the line between jazz tradition and modern pop. The following week, Grammy-nominated Randy Porter brings a rich palette of sonorities found within his imagination and the depths of the piano. Porter is followed by leading pianist/composer in the Portland jazz scene, Kerry Politzer, on October 20. The last Thursday of the month, 40-year veteran of Diana Ross’ band George Mitchell joins Follis.
Vino Veritas is located at 7835 SE Stark St. and due to limited seating, reservations are recommended. Call 503.208.2583 or email trevor@vinoveritaspdx.com.