Thursday, September 18, 2014 at 7:00 pm "A visionary. Matheny's flugelhorn is both hot and cool, wide of range and brilliantly imaginative."—Phil Elwood, San Francisco Examiner Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Jeff Jenkins piano, Ken Walker (photo) bass, Paul Romaine drums. Dazzle Jazz is designed with the music lover in mind, featuring acoustically treated walls and optimal seating. Top national and international artists light up center stage, while guests soak up every sound over dinner, drinks and dessert. More Info

Friday, September 19, 2014 at 7:00 pm "One of the world's foremost flugelhorn players and a respected, dedicated jazz educator."—Marcus Crowder, Sacramento Bee Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Bert Dalton (photo) piano, Andy Zadrozny bass, John Trentacosta drums. Located on Milner Plaza between several world class museums, the Museum Hill Café offers fresh foods, fine wines and great music presented by the Santa Fe Music Collective, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Donations are tax deductible. More Info

Saturday, September 20, 2014 at 7:30 pm "Ample talent, beautiful lines and a flawless warm tone. An excellent performer on gentle ballads and bop scorchers alike."—Rolling Stone Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Nick Manson piano, Chris Finet bass, Dom Moio (photo) drums. Located in the heart of downtown Phoenix's Roosevelt Row arts district, The Nash has been recognized as one of the top jazz venues in the world by Downbeat Magazine. More Info

Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at 8:30 pm "This is night music...moody, bluesy, simmering."—Mark Stryker, Detroit Free Press Double Bill: Dmitri Matheny Group, Mark Taylor Secret Identity. Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Mark Taylor piano/composition, Michael Attias alto saxophone, Richard Johnson piano, Eric Revis (photo) bass, Michael TA Thompson drums. A culinary and cultural landmark in the heart of Greenwich Village, Cornelia Street Café has been named one of the Top Five Jazz Venues in New York by All About Jazz. [Eric Revis photo courtesy of Jim Levitt] More Info

Friday, September 26, 2014 at 8:00 pm "This is music to touch your heart. A warm pellucid sound that truly encapsulates the essence of jazz."—Marian McPartland, National Public Radio Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Richard Johnson piano, Harvie S (photo) bass, Joe Strasser drums. One of Westchester's hottest jazz clubs, the BeanRunner Café offers an eclectic dining menu, imported beers and wines, and live music every weekend. More Info

Saturday, September 27, 2014 at 9:30 pm "The first breakthrough flugelhornist since Chuck Mangione."—San Jose Mercury News Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Richard Johnson (photo) piano, Jeff Campbell bass, Mike Melito drums. Abilene Bar & Lounge, a popular neighborhood saloon in downtown Rochester, features performances by leading American Roots Music artists across a variety of genres including alt-country, blues and jazz. More Info

Wednesday, October 8, 2014 at 7:30 pm "Dmitri Matheny is a jazz treasure. The lyrical Matheny has impressive chops, but its his warmth and soulfulness that win you over."—Alex Henderson, All Music Guide Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Bill Anschell piano, Phil Sparks (photo) bass, Mark Ivester drums. Created by musician/composer Wayne Horvitz and OK Hotel founders Steve Freeborn and Tia Matthies, The Royal Room is a comfortable neighborhood restaurant and bar in the historic Columbia City district of Seattle, presenting jazz, folk, world music, multimedia events and more nightly. More Info

Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 7:30 pm "Extravagantly, unashamedly, irresistibly pretty. A spirit voice that compels attention even when it whispers."—Thomas Conrad, Stereophile Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Bill Anschell (photo) piano, Phil Sparks bass, Mark Ivester drums. Tim Noah's Thumbnail Theater fulfills the need for a high quality performing arts experience in Snohomish County by consistently providing affordable programs, education and artistic leadership to the entire community. More Info

Sunday, October 12, 2014 at 5:00 pm "Flugelhornist Dmitri Matheny's gorgeous sound—both as a songwriter and musician—have earned him comparisons to his onetime mentor Art Farmer. High praise, indeed."—Richard Scheinin, San Jose Mercury News Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Bill Anschell piano, Phil Sparks bass, Mark Ivester (photo) drums. The popular Jazz LIVE at Marine View concert series, located at Marine View Presbyterian Church in Tacoma, is presented free-of-charge for audiences of all ages. More Info

Jazz Improvisation Workshops As part of his 2014-15 touring season, Dmitri Matheny presents Melodic Mastery improvisation workshops for aspiring musicians. Based on the teachings of his mentor, jazz legend Art Farmer (photo), Matheny advocates a lyrical, melodic approach to jazz. Just ahead: workshops at Pueblo City East High School Pueblo CO (9/16), East High School Denver CO (9/17), Poudre High School and Colorado State University Fort Collins CO (9/17), Greeley Central High School Greeley CO (9/18), University of New Mexico Albuquerque NM (9/19), Miller Place High School Miller Place NY (9/23), Eastridge High School Irondequoit NY (9/25), Lower Columbia College Longview WA (10/6), Lakeside High School Nine Mile Falls WA (10/7), Charles Wright Academy Tacoma WA (10/8), Timberline High School (10/14) and Boise High School (10/17) Boise ID. More Info