Lee Oskar and Friends at Bellevue Jazz & Blues Music Series

The Bellevue Jazz & Blues Music Series welcomes headliner Lee Oskar.

Lee Oskar is an internationally acclaimed harmonica virtuoso, composer, producer, and lifelong musical explorer. He is renowned for his iconic role as a founding member and lead harmonica player of the pioneering funk/jazz band that composed and recorded such hits as “Low Rider,” “Spill the Wine,” “Cisco Kid,” “The World is a Ghetto,” “Slippin’ into Darkeness,” “Why Can’t We Be Friends,” and many more chart-topping songs from 1969-1993. Since then, Oskar and his original band mates from the era perform as the LowRider Band. Oskar also performs around the world with outstanding musicians from the Pacific Northwest, known as Lee Oskar and Friends, featuring his own new arrangements, innovative compositions and well-loved hit songs.

Joining Lee Oskar on stage are the talented musicians of Lee Oskar & Friends, a dynamic ensemble that brings his signature sound to life. The group features Dean Schmidt on bass, Darian Asplund on saxophone, Mack Grout on keyboards, Alex Mortland on guitar, Andrew Cloutier on drums, and Denali Williams on percussion. Together, they create a rich and immersive musical experience, blending funk, jazz, blues, and world influences with masterful improvisation and energy.

Host or Publisher Bellevue Downtown Association