Please join founding organizers, Paul Toliver and Reggie Goings for our 4th annual Seattle Jazz Offering / Tula's reunion. This annual event commemorates our 15 year legacy (1999 -2014) of Jazz music at Tula’s Restaurant and Jazz Club in Seattle.
This musical reunion reunites Reggie Goings (vocals), Bill Anschell (keyboards) , Phil Sparks (bass), Jamael Nance (drums) and Dan Greenblatt(Tenor Sax) along with other guest musicians who will make cameo appearances during the afternoon.
Theme: Motown Meets Blue Note - Reflect on the impact that Motown had on the Jazz Scene and style

(Optional) Dress up in the funky styles of Motown Recording artists.

This year bring in the noise and bring in the fun. Ladies and Gentlemen - get ready to keep the party going even during the intermissions and at the end with the sounds of Motown.  Get the prize for the best outfit.
We are eagerly anticipating the best reunion to date. Your support will make that happen.

🎷 Motown Meets Blue Note: A Jazz Affair in Motown Style
The 4th Annual SJO / Tula’s Jazz Reunion

Sunday, August 24, 2025 | 3–7 PM | Tim’s Tavern, White Center, Seattle

Why Motown Meets Blue Note?

What do Blue Note Records and Motown Records have in common?
In a word—Style.

Though they emerged from different genres—Blue Note from jazz, and Motown from soul and R&B—both labels were bold artistic forces that defined their sound, nurtured talent, and shaped American culture.

At this year’s SJO / Tula’s Jazz Reunion, we honor that shared spirit by blending the improvisational brilliance of Blue Note with the irresistible soul of Motown in one vibrant musical celebration.

About the Event:
This is our 4th Annual Jazz Reunion, presented by Seattle Jazz Offering, and it pays tribute to the beautiful 15-year legacy (1999–2014) of Tula’s Jazz Club, where legends like Hadley Caliman shared the stage with many of Seattle’s finest jazz musicians.

🎶 This year’s theme — “Motown Meets Blue Note: A Jazz Affair in Motown Style” — brings together:

• Straight-ahead jazz in the Blue Note tradition
• Funky, danceable grooves reminiscent of Motown
• A spirit of unity, creativity, and soul

The Lineup – Reunion of The Jazz Suspenders of the 90s                        
 

• Reggie Goings – Vocals
• Dan Greenblatt – Tenor Saxophone
• Phil Sparks – Bass
• Jamael Nance – Drums
• Bill Anschell – Piano

 
Shared Legacy: 
Blue Note & Motown
Both iconic labels have left a lasting imprint through:
✔️ Signature Sounds – Blue Note’s bold, complex hard bop and Motown’s polished, melodic soul
✔️ Artist Development – nurturing musicianship, performance, and collaboration
✔️ Cultural Impact – soundtracks to the Civil Rights Movement and pillars of Black excellence
✔️ Timeless Production – from Rudy Van Gelder’s studio genius at Blue Note to The Funk Brothers’ magic at Motown
✔️ Visual Identity – striking album covers, stylish branding, and a sense of purpose behind the art

Join the Celebration
🗓 Sunday, August 24, 2025
🕒 3 PM – 7 PM (doors open at 2:30)
📍 Tim’s Tavern, 9655 16th Ave SW, Seattle (White Center)
 🎟️ Early Bird Special - $20 (Now through July 31, 2025
🎟️$25 online in advance $30 day of show at the door 
🎟️| All ages welcome – 12 and under free - Students - $10
https://checkout.eventcreate.com/4th-annual.../select-buy

Presented by Seattle Jazz Offering
With support from Paul Toliver, Earshot Jazz, and Stephan Parker – Roadkill Opera
This is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of rhythm, legacy, and the spirit of two of Black America’s most profound musical movements.
Come groove with us.

More info: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/4th-annual-seattle-jazz-off

 Thanks to all the performers for making last years   3rd annual reunion a very special evening.

Many in attendance recalled the fun times we had in years past at Tula's Jazz Club.
It was a great opportunity to reflect on Seattle's common jazz musical heritage.

Seattle Jazz Offering continues committed to enhancing this rich musical heritage by creating opportunities for connectivity between the artists and the Jazz community.

Please enjoy the pictures from last year below.

EVENT:
On Sunday afternoon , August 24, 2025 Seattle Jazz Offering will host its 4th annual Jazz Reunion at TIM'S TAVERN in White Center.

This event commemorates the exceptional showcase of Jazz music featured at Tula’s Restaurant and Jazz Club in downtown Seattle from 1999 to 2014. Over the span of 15 years, many musicians shared their musical talent with us and many friendships were born and nurtured.

SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS :
You have the opportunity to keep Jazz alive and thriving by being a sponsor of this very special event.

In recognition and appreciation of your support, we will promote your organization or company on all of our advertising (Online, posters and public announcements).

Our Success:
Last year, our reunion was very successful. The music was amazing and the audience was thoroughly engaged and enthralled..

Your support for this event is highly appreciated.

I would love to speak to you personally about our event plans and the level of sponsorship that’s right for you.

Best Regards,

Reggie Goings – 206-734-1760, [email protected]