18th Annual PMAC Jazz Night: Dream a Little Dream – A Valentine’s Celebration
2025-02-15 00:00 - 01:15 UTC | The Music Hall Lounge 131 Congress Street Portsmouth, NH 03801
This Valentine's Day weekend, experience the romance of jazz with a special two-night event at The Music Hall Lounge as PMAC's Jazz Institute faculty return for the 18th Annual PMAC Jazz Night: Dream a Little Dream A Valentine's Celebration.

Each night features a unique program, as some of the region's finest jazz musicians perform a mix of classic jazz standards and fresh takes on contemporary favorites. Friday night brings vocalist Taylor O'Donnell back to the PMAC stage, while Saturday night presents an instrumental super group fronted by Chris Klaxton, Russ Grazier, and Josh Gagnon on horns.

Infusing The Music Hall Lounge with the intimate ambiance of a NYC-style jazz club, Dream a Little Dream is the perfect way to enjoy a romantic evening or two, or simply experience great music.

Friday Night Musicians:

Taylor O'Donnell, vocals

Eric Klaxton, saxophone

Russ Grazier, saxophone

Jeff Auger, piano

Bryan Bergeron Killough, guitar

Rob Gerry, bass

Mike Walsh, drums

Saturday Night Musicians:

Josh Gagnon, trombone

Chris Klaxton, trumpet

Russ Grazier, saxophone

Mike Effenberger, piano

Jim Dozet, guitar

Nick Phaneuf, bass

Brian Waterhouse, drums

Lead Sponsor: JGroup Hospitality

Jazz Day Sponsor: C&J Bus Lines

Additional Support: Michael Graf Architect + Builder; Kennebunk Savings
