Dave Fleschner

Duo with Karen-Maria Capo
2025-11-25 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-28 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hōkū Events on Madison, 1125 SE Madison St, Portland, OR, 97214, United States

Sabroso
2025-11-22 18:30 - 19:30 | The 1905, 830 N Shaver St, Portland, OR, United States

Idle Poets
2025-11-14 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-26 19:00 - 22:00 | 13 Coins Vancouver, 3801 NW Columbia St, Vancouver, WA, United States

Dave Fleschner Trio feat. Curtis Salgado
2025-11-13 19:00 - 21:30 | Hōkū Events on Madison, 1125 SE Madison St, Portland, OR, 97214, United States
https://aftontickets.com/event/buyticket/1qjwvl8r97/the-dave-fleschner-tro-with-guest-curtis-salgado

Bundy Band
2025-11-12 19:00 - 22:00 | skyline tavern portland

Lloyd jones
2025-11-08 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-11 17:00 - 21:00 | Spirits Pub, 4037 NE Cully Blvd, Portland, OR, United States

Jam with Karen-Maria Capo/J.T. Thomas and the Blues Dancers
2025-11-04 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Hōkū Events on Madison, 1125 SE Madison St, Portland, OR, 97214, United States

Sleeper Wave Fundraiser
2025-11-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Hōkū Events on Madison, 1125 SE Madison St, Portland, OR, 97214, United States

Dave Fleschner and Ben Rice Raise the Roof for the Trinidad Museum!
2025-10-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Trinidad Town Hall, 409 Trinity St, Trinidad, CA, United States
Press Release:
For Immediate Release:
Dave Fleschner and Ben Rice Acoustic Duo:
A Benefit for The Trinidad Museum Society
Friday, October 24
7:00 PM
Suggested Donation/Sliding Scale???
Trinidad Town Hall
409 Trinity St.
Trinidad, CA 95570

This captivating acoustic concert brings together two of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected musicians: keyboard maestro Dave Fleschner and multi-talented guitarist Ben Rice. Performing together for an unforgettable evening in Trinidad, CA, the duo will weave a rich tapestry of sound, merging their original material with timeless blues classics.

Both artists bring impressive and wide-ranging musical backgrounds to the stage. Internationally known for his work in blues, jazz, and soul, Dave Fleschner has shared the stage with icons like B.B. King, Steve Miller, and Curtis Salgado. As a prolific composer, arranger, and performer, he has a deep understanding of American roots music. For this special performance, Fleschner will grace the stage on a magnificent Steinway grand piano, offering a rare opportunity to hear his mastery in a stripped-down, acoustic format.

Known as a “blues ninja,” Ben Rice has earned a national and international reputation for his virtuosic guitar work and powerful, soulful vocals. He has captivated audiences with his dynamic slide playing on resonator and homemade cigar box guitars, often leaving crowds speechless with his emotional delivery. A student of the blues, Rice’s repertoire is rooted in the tradition of legends like Muddy Waters and Mississippi Fred McDowell, but his original music fearlessly blends soul, R&B, and folk into a distinctive roots stew.

Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the synergy of two exceptional artists performing an intimate evening of song. Their mutual respect for American roots music and individual styles will create a compelling, soulful, and unforgettable acoustic experience.

Bottleneck Blues Band
2025-10-10 20:00 - 23:00 | Alberta Abbey, 126 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR, United States

Solo
2025-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 | The Inn At Spanish Head Resort Hotel, 3655 SW Hwy 101, Lincoln City, OR, United States

Solo
2025-10-08 17:00 - 20:00 | Headlands Coastal Lodge & Spa, 33000 Cape Kiwanda Dr, Pacific City, OR, United States

UBMA
2025-10-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Sehmel Homestead Park, 10123 78th Ave NW, Gig Harbor, WA, United States

John Bunzow
2025-10-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Hōkū Events on Madison, 1125 SE Madison St, Portland, OR, 97214, United States

Private
2025-09-25 18:00 - 19:50 | Gig Harbor, WA, USA

Duo & Jam with Karen-Maria Capo and the Blues Dancers
2025-09-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Hōkū Events on Madison, 1125 SE Madison St, Portland, OR, 97214, United States

Cascade Blues Association Journey to Memphis Youth Showcase
2025-09-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Hōkū Events on Madison, 1125 SE Madison St, Portland, OR, 97214, United States
Calling All Youth Blues Artists! Journey To Memphis Youth Showcase Challenge

The Cascade Blues Association is now accepting applications for our 2025 Journey to Memphis (J2M) Youth Showcase challenge! This is your shot to represent the Pacific Northwest at the International Blues Challenge (IBC) in Memphis, Tennessee, hosted every January by the Blues Foundation.
The Blues FoundationIf you’re not familiar with the IBC, picture this: hundreds of the best blues musicians from around the globe gathering on legendary Beale Street to compete, connect, and get noticed. It’s a judged showcase of solo/duo acts and full bands,— all working their way toward greater recognition in the blues world. And yes, it’s as epic as it sounds.
Oregon Bluesberries at IBC 2025
Oregon Bluesberries Performing at the IBC Youth Showcase – January 2025

Want to learn how to bring your A-game?Join us for youth Jam and info sessions. Don’t miss this free learning and networking opportunity.
1st Mondays July 7, August 4 and September 1, 6:30-8:30pm Youth Jam at Artichoke Music
Showcase September 21 at HōKū Events on Madison
If you’re a young blues artist looking to learn from those who’ve gone before you, this is your moment.
Here’s the fine print:

This is our local qualifying event to decide who represents us in Memphis, it will be held in September – date will be released soon.
The International Blues Challenge’s Youth category is open to any act where all members are under the age of 21 at the time of the challenge. Specifically, The Blues Foundation defines “Youth” as an act where all performing members are under 21, according to. This means that if even one member of a group is 21 or older, it cannot be considered a Youth act.
Winners of J2M Youth Challenge are responsible for their own expenses including all travel, lodging, and food. The CBA will help promote youth led fundraisers.
At least one member of each act must be a member of the CBA. A 12 month Youth membership is $15.
Entry Fee for each act to participate in the J2M Youth Challenge is $30 for a band or $15 for a solo/duo act.

CLICK HERE TO LET US KNOW YOU’D LIKE TO LEARN MORE
Let’s see what the Pacific Northwest blues community can bring to Beale Street this year. Let’s make some noise!
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/kpg-pgkf-wko
Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720

Reggie Houston
2025-09-21 11:00 - 14:00 | EaT, 1101 N Williams Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Sabroso
2025-09-20 18:00 - 19:00 | St. Helens, St Helens, OR, USA

Ubma with Tommy Castro
2025-09-18 00:00 - 23:59 | Spanish Ballroom at Elks Temple, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA, United States

Private gig
2025-09-13 00:00 - 2025-09-14 23:59 | CO

The Blues Cabaret feat. Earl Thomas and The Dave Fleschner Trio
2025-09-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Hōkū Events on Madison, 1125 SE Madison St, Portland, OR, 97214, United States
Award Winning Vocalist Earl Thomas Joins Dave Fleschner’s Blues Cabaret
An evening where the blues meets Broadway flair
Portland, OR — Thursday, September 11, 2025 —
Acclaimed singer and songwriter Earl Thomas first joined forces with pianist and composer Dave Fleschner after a chance meeting aboard the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise in 2010. What began as a casual conversation about Fleschner’s original music soon blossomed into The Blues Cabaret—a bold, sophisticated blend of blues, soul, and theatrical storytelling. With a shared passion for reimagining the blues, Thomas and Fleschner began developing the project in 2012. Together they’ve been shaping and perfecting this unique body of work, now set to be showcased in a special one night only performance at Hoku Events on Madison.
“Dave sent me an entire body of work that I thought was fantastic and very sophisticated blues,” recalls Thomas. “I suggested he ought to pitch this to Broadway—and from there The Blues Cabaret was born.”
The two artists discovered even deeper ties: both attended Humboldt State and both share connections to Trinidad, California—where Thomas lived for over a decade and where Fleschner grew up. In fact, Thomas was a longtime friend of Fleschner’s mother, who often insisted, “Earl, you need to meet my son.”
Event Details:

What: Dave Fleschner’s The Blues Cabaret featuring Earl Thomas
When: Thursday, September 9
Where: Hoku Events on Madison
Tickets: TicketTomoato.com $15 Presale, $20 at the door

About Earl Thomas Earl Thomas is a Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter whose songs have been recorded by legends including Etta James, Solomon Burke, Screamin’ Jay Hawkins, and Tom Jones. Known worldwide as “The Ambassador of Blues,” Thomas continues to captivate audiences with his powerful voice and unique fusion of gospel, soul, and blues.
About Dave Fleschner Dave Fleschner is a celebrated pianist and composer whose original works fuse the raw soul of the blues with the sophistication of theatre. He has performed with the Portland Gay Men’s Chorus and shared the stage with Curtis Salgado, B.B. King, Steve Miller, and The Pointer Sisters. As Musical Director of United By Music America, Fleschner champions inclusion and artistry, guiding diverse performers to the spotlight. His compositions form the backbone of The Blues Cabaret, a genre-bending project he has co-created and developed with Earl Thomas for more than a decade.
Press Contact:
Dave Fleschner fleschtonerecords@gmail.com
(503) 349-7883

Dave solo
2025-09-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Headlands Coastal Lodge & Spa, 33000 Cape Kiwanda Dr, Pacific City, OR, United States

Dave's Lowdown Youth Jam
2025-09-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Artichoke Community Music, 2007 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR, United States
Dave’s Lowdown Youth Blues Jam w/ Backbeat Music Academy Rhythm Section
This learning-focused jam is for student-age musicians of all levels who are serious about developing musicianship.
This jam will be on the 1st Monday night each month. Artichoke Music is open to all ages…always.
https://artichokemusic.org/class.aspx?cls=986688

Ubma Triple Door with Southern Ave.
2025-08-30 19:00 - 20:00 | The Triple Door, 216 Union St, Seattle, WA, United States

Dave Fleschner with Karen-Maria Capo and the Blues Dancers
2025-08-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Hōkū Events on Madison, 1125 SE Madison St, Portland, OR, 97214, United States
