February 6, 2010: Mike Metzner with Steve Cleveland
West Café brings intimate Portland jazz standards downtown on Saturday, February 6.

West Café is always pleased to present Northwest jazz singer Mike Metzner and accompanist Steve Cleveland on Saturday, February 6.  Mike “Scheckie” Metzner’s musical experiences cover miles of ground - with stints in bands such as The Crackpots, Mas Y Mas and the Latin band, Los Comatosos. Mike’s musical travels also extend to England, Ireland and Spain. He and acclaimed pianist Steve Cleveland will be performing standards from the 20s, 30s and 40s in our warm and intimate bar. Come enjoy the best songs of the 20th century while dining in our restaurant or simply relax at the bar with a perfect glass of wine and our always delicious appetizers. Our jazz performances are typically free.

Date: Saturday, February 6, 2010
Time: 7-10PM

February 13 & 14, 2010: Carol Rossio
West Café, jazz and a taste of French flair downtown on Saturday, February 13 & Valentine’s Day, February 14.

West Café is proud to present Portland recording artist and performer Carol Rossio. Carol is a shining light on the Pacific Northwest jazz scene, performing jazz and pop with French flair – ooh-la-la! Her vocal stylings conjures visions of a perfect Parisian café night - filled with the joys and sorrow of love discovered and lost. Working in an intimate combo setting, Carol’s live shows enchant audiences with her range and charisma. On Valentine’ Day weekend, Carol will be performing both Saturday and Sunday evenings, singing your favorite songs of love, heartbreak and romance. West Cafe will be offering a unique prix fixe menu both evenings ($35 includes a 4 course meal and champagne aperitif).  Check our Events page for details.  For more info on Carol and her various projects, please visit www.carolrossio.com.

Come take advantage of the West’s cozy intimate space and imagine you’re lost in the Latin Quarter, sipping the West’s finer wines and tasting the exquisite dishes crafted by head chef Sean Concannon. Saturday jazz shows are typically free.

Date: Saturday, February 13, 2010
Time: 7-10PM

Sunday, February 14, 2010:  Valentine’s Day featuring Carol Rossio & Special Prix Fixe Dinner (see above)

Please visit our Events page for details on our Saturday and Sunday V-Day prix fixe dinner special.
Time: 7-10PM

February 20, 2010: David Brothers
West Café presents down-home folk and blues downtown Saturday, February 20.

On Saturday, February 20, West Café is happy to welcome back the always captivating David Brothers and his award-winning urban folk and blues. Schooled in multiple disciplines, David [www.myspace.com/davidbrothers] artfully incorporates bebop, Latin jazz, gypsy swing, blues, Americana, and solo concert guitar into his compositions and playing.
He packed the house for his debut cd release last April and we expect the café to be jumping in February. Because of an early evening private party, we’ll be limiting our dining options to Bailout Menu items and bar snacks.  But please come by and unwind at our cozy bar with top-notch aperitifs and appetizers.
Saturday music is almost always free.

Date: Saturday, February 20, 2010
Time: 7-10PM

February 26, 2010:  David Bell & Angela Bailey

Portland Jazz Festival 2010 presents moody and esoteric jazz/blues with David Bell & vocalist Angela Bailey.

On Friday, February 26, West Cafe is proud to represent the 2010 Portland Jazz Fest with the return of David Bell and introducing vocalist Angela Bailey.  Featuring both instrumentals and choice vocal highlights, David and Angela focus on a wide range of material - including standards, Great American songbook tunes, blues, as well as more esoteric songs thrown in for good measure.  Please join us for a delicious dinner in the dining area or relax by the fireplace in our bar and enjoy some of the finest jazz Portland has to offer. Our jazz performances are almost always free.

Date: Friday, February 26
Time: 7-10PM

Februrary 27, 2010: Mary Kadderly
Rainy Portland winter settles in at the West Café in downtown Portland with the distinctive jazz of Mary Kadderly on Saturday, February 27.

Mary Kadderly’s smoky vocals recall Natalie Cole in her “Unforgettable” phase, though she can get sassy and coy like Kay Starr, be as coolly detached as Sade, and ooze overt sensuality like Julie London. More information can be found at www.marykadderly.com/index.htm.
The West always has a cozy seat reserved for you. So come on in and dine, drink, unwind and enjoy the jazz on Saturday, February 27. There’s rarely a cover charge.

Date: Saturday, February 27, 2010
Time: 7-10PM