Jazz Parlor featuring Mike Frengel Trio

Name: Jazz Parlor featuring Mike Frengel Trio
Start: 2026-01-24T19:00:00-05:00
Location: 135 Congress St, Portsmouth, NH, United States, New Hampshire 03801

Schedule

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

135 Congress St, Portsmouth, NH, United States, New Hampshire 03801 | Portsmouth, NH

Step into a world where art and music dance together. Join us at The Gallery for an unforgettable night of modern art, live jazz, and vibrant conversation. Inspired by the soulful elegance of a classic jazz parlor, this monthly gathering brings a dynamic fusion of creativity to life.
Sip on craft cocktails and savor light bites as local jazz ensembles set the mood with improvisational rhythms. The music will carry you through a gallery filled with contemporary masterpieces, blending abstract beauty and structured brilliance.
Art, music, and soul—woven together, one evening at a time. This event is from 7pm to 11pm!
ABOUT THE ARTISTS: Mike Frengel Trio
Mike Frengel is an influential figure in contemporary guitar music, known for his genre-blending style that merges rock, jazz, classical, and more. With over three decades of experience, his compositions are characterized by intricate rhythms, lush harmonies, and innovative techniques, often incorporating electronics. Frengel's work, including his latest album Music for Guitar and Electronics, has been praised for its emotional depth and technical skill. He also authored The Unorthodox Guitar, a guide on alternative guitar techniques, which has been widely acclaimed. Beyond performance and composition, Frengel is dedicated to mentoring young musicians as a faculty member at Northeastern University and through workshops. His latest project, the Mike Frengel Trio, blends jazz with experimental sound, and their first EP is now available on YouTube. Frengel's pioneering approach reimagines the guitar's potential, earning him recognition in both music and academic circles.