Jazz & Oysters 2022

Join us for outstanding music and delectable food at the Port of Peninsula where freshly harvested oysters and other shellfish are brought in daily. Plan to celebrate, listen to our line-up of amazing performers, enjoy the view of Willapa bay and feast on delicious food and beverages.

5 pm MEL BROWN B3 QUARTET

The best in classic blues and jazz created by Mel Brown and his incredible band made up of amazing well-known musicians.

3 pm THE ELLEN WHYTE ENSEMBLE

Ellen is known for her astonishing vocals, as she moves among genres from blues to jazz to funk and ballads. She’s won numerous awards for her work, including consideration for two Grammy Award nominations in 1999 and most recently in 2009 for “Four Way Stop.”

1 pm RANGER AND THE “RE-ARRANGERS”

Seattle’s “Gypsy Jazz” band Ranger and the “Re-Arrangers” evoke the spirit of a Paris cafe and the energy of a Romani campsite with their version of Hot Club Swing. The band’s repertoire includes swing standards, traditional European melodies, the music of Django Reinhardt, and Ranger’s unique originals.

12 pm ILWACO HIGH JAZZ BAND

Our talented school jazz band will kick off the event with music selected to start the festivities.

DETAILS

• Kid-friendly! Bring chairs or a blanket.
• Purchase famed Willapa Bay oysters and other yummy food.
• Wine, beer, and other beverages also available for purchase. Please no outside food or beverages.
• Dogs permitted on leash only.
• Proof of vaccinations and masks may be required. Ticket buyers will be notified by email as soon as possible if any restrictions become necessary.

SPONSORS
Taylor Shellfish
Peninsula Senior Activities Center
North Jetty Brewing
Port of Peninsula