Backroom. 1007 N. Rush. Tel: 312 751-2433. [Although we are primarily known for our great Chicago Jazz, our current line up of performers offer our guests a much more diverse selection of musical genres.
Today, you can still expect the very best in Jazz… Along with an incredible mix of Motown; R&B; Funk; Adult Contemporary and some down home Chicago Blues! All of your favorite music under one roof, performed live 7 nights a week in an intimate upscale atmosphere that guarantees an unforgettable night.]

The Chambers. 6881 N. Milwaukee. Tel: 708 647-8282. [A place to hear golden oldies, the Chambers Restaurant has a dance band, a pianist or a jazz trio every night from Thursday to Sunday. Von Freeman has played here, and regular acts include Judy Roberts and Greg Fishman, a saxophone and piano combo]

FitzGerald's. 6615 W. Roosevelt Rd. Tel: 708788-2118 [built in the 1920's and has always been a gathering spot, from the early days as a hunting club and watering hole through its teen years as a jazz club during the 50's and 60's, featuring acts like Bob Scobey, Turk Murphy, Lil Armstrong, and the Original Salty Dogs. The FitzGerald family bought and renovated the building in 1980, and since then its reputation for great music in a casual, comfortable, unpretentious atmosphere has grown steadily. Chicago Magazine calls it "a musical gem,"]

Flame of Countryside. 803 Joliet Rd. Tel: 708 352-3442

Green Dolphin Street. 2200 N. Ashland. Tel:773 395-0066. [Please join us at the Green Dolphin and Jazz it up. We are the perfect spot for for dining, drinking, dancing and listening to live music. We present special events and live music as well as a nightclub in addition to fine dining and catering]

Green Mill Jazz Club. 4802 N. Broadway Ave. Chicago, IL 60640. Tel: 773.878.5552. [Dixieland, traditional, bebop, contemporary, progressive - played by such legendary figures as Von Freeman, Franz Jackson and Wilbur Campbell, as well as young lions Kurt Elling, Eric Alexander and Orbert Davis. All capture the broad spectrum of jazz from its root rhythms in New Orleans to New York avant-garde. Deep smokey jazz sounds fill the club in the early morning hours when soulful musicians continue to express their love of jazz by jamming 'til the early dawn.]

HotHouse. 31 East Balbo. Tel: 312/362.9707 Fax: 312/362.9708 [contact: Marguerite Horberg. HotHouse, The Center for International Performance and Exhibition is a non-profit performing arts center. Our mission is to expose audiences to a wide rane of cultural expression, to encourage respect of our ethnic diversity , and to greater understanding of differing traditions and perspectives.We also have a gallery, a full service bar and are open seven nights a week]

New Apartment Lounge. 504 E. 75th Tel: 773 483-7728. [every Tuesday starting around 10pm ]

Philander's. 1120 Pleasant, Oak Park. Tel: 708 848-4250 [Seafood and jazz lovers crowd into this popular nightspot for live music seven nights a week. The menu is seasonally driven, featuring prime steaks and seafood. The space is dark and clubby, decorated with old black-and-white photos]

Pop's for Champagne. 2934 N. Sheffield. Tel: 773 472-1000. [Open since 1982 in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, Pops for Champagne is the nation's most acclaimed champagne bar and Chicago's most elegant live music club. In the summer of 2006, Pops for Champagne will relocate to the historic Tree Studios on the corner of State and Ohio where it will continue to provide visitors and Chicagoans a truly unique and memorable experience. On State Street, Pops for Champagne will offer over 100 bottles of champagne and sparkling wines in a uniquely designed "champagne bar", complemented by a lower level intimate live music club, featuring the best of Chicago's live jazz entertainment. Pops Shop, adjacent to the champagne bar, will be the nation's only dedicated sparkling wine and champagne retail store, selling an eclectic selection of champagnes and sparkling wines from around the world, as well as unique service and gift items. Lunch will be served Monday through Saturday, along with a light fare menu in the evenings. Pops for Champagne on State Street will be Chicago's premier destination for after work and nighttime entertainment. Pops Jazz Club features live music 5 nights a week, starting at 9:00 pm. Reservations are not accepted.Tuesday-Thursday: No Cover. Friday+Saturday: $15 ]

Sotto Jazz Club. 410 Circle Avenue. Forest Park, IL 60130. Reservations by phone only at 708.366.4010 Fax 708.366.4161. [Live performances each Wednesday through Saturday beginning at 7:30 p.m. Stop in for cocktails, appetizers or dinner and enjoy some of the best live jazz that Chicago has to offer. The Jazz Club is open Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to midnight, Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Live music hours are 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, 7:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. on Fridays, and 8:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Saturdays. ]

The Pump Room. 1301 N. State. Tel: 312 266-0360. [Summer nights on the Gold Coast have never been better. The Pump Room has got the perfect weekend evening planned for you. Start with a reservation in the famed Pump Room making sure to reserve a booth on the main floor about 730pm. Then enjoy a fabulous dinner from our service team led by Paul Petrulis. You will have a perfect seat to listen or dance to the dynamic Jazz sounds of our live trio with guest vocalists most weekends]

Velvet Lounge. 2128 S. Indiana. Tel: 312 791-9050

Michael's Jazz Bistro. 530 Crescent Blvd. Tel: (630) 446-4001 [ Michael's Jazz Bistro is intended as a throw-back to the "Supper Clubs" of the 1940s and 50s. A three-in-one establishment located in the heart of beautiful downtown Glen Ellyn, Illinois, Michael's features a spacious bar offering its signature martinis and drinks along with a wide selection of wines and champagnes available by the glass as well as featuring a great cellar list. A comfortable and stylish atmosphere makes it a great place to stop for anything from an after work cocktail or dinner with friends and family, to a late night dessert and live jazz performed on Michael's stage by Chicago's finest acts. Michael's menu can be described as contemporary American with French and Italian accents. Closed Mondays]

SPRINGFIELD

The Brewhaus. 617 E. Washington, Tel: (217) 525-6399. [This favorite local bar features the largest selection of beers in Central Illinois. On Monday nights, they host the Frank Parker Jamabalaya Jam, and open mic for jazz, blues and soul. Every Monday night 5:30-8:30pm.]

Lime Street Cafe. 951 S. Durkin Drive. Tel: (217) 793-1905 [contact: Richard and Linda Tyrer. This Springfield restaurant features both a lovely formal dining room with fine quality meals, and a comfortable pub-style lounge with live jazz on some Friday and Saturday nights. Bands play 9 pm to 12:30, and include both jazz acts such as the Jane Hartman Trio and Riverboat Five + 1 (dixieland), plus bands that play oldies and classic rock: Rewind, the Fundamentals.]

Marly’s Pub. 9 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, Tel: (217) 522-2280. [This outstanding Springfield live music venue hosts a “Jazz and Etcetera Happy Hour” every Friday evening 5:30-7:30 p.m., with the New Frank Trompeter Quartet, a unique jazz combo that mixes swing, bebop and hard bop jazz with funk, reggae and ska. The group features Frank Trompeter on vocals and sax.]

Phil’s Lounge. (at Charles and Limey’s Steak House), 620 S. 1st Street, [New upscale lounge with domed ceiling and great look AND sound. On weekends featuring both jazz acts such as the New Frank Trompeter Quartet and bands that play oldies and classic rock, such as Rewind. And with cabaret singer Angel Brown and accompanist Nick Sperry in the steakhouse weekday evenings.]

Robbie's Restaurant. 4 South Old State Capitol Plaza. Tel: (217) 528-1901 [contact: Lori and Archer Bailey. Throughout the week, Robbie's serves the Springfield luncheon clientele. throughout the week, Robbie's serves the Springfield luncheon clientele. It is located in an attractive downtown setting, opposite the Old State Capitol, a 19th-century state historic site. Friday evenings Robbie's hosts "Uptown Friday Night," a long-running series of "happy hour" jazz concerts, sponsored by the Springfield Area Arts Council. Uptown Friday Night concerts are held from 5:30 - 7:30 pm Fridays, featuring such jazz and blues acts as the Steve Adleman Group, Virgil Rhodes and Footprints, the Frank Trompeter Quartet, and the Craig Russa Latin Jazz Group.]

TOULON

Newsroom Bistro. 101 Main Street. Tel: 309-286-2222 [contact: Jim Nowlan/Denny Rewerts. Restaurant and Bistro. Live Jazz Saturday nights]

URBANA

The Iron Post. 120 S, Race. Tel: 217.337.7678. [contact: Paul G. Wirth. Open 3pm-1am Mon-Fri. 5pm-1am Sat & Sun. Food 4-12 daily. Big Band every Thurs. 7-9 (U of I, Parkland local high school, etc.)Friday Happy Hours 5-7 no cover. Wed. night occational regional and national acts- Bobby Broom, Joan Hickey, Astral Project]

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