Alexander's Real Time Band: Calendar

Sunday, March 25th, 2012

Tuscany

It's our Bay Area debut. Tell everyone you know in San Francisco! We are heading your way. 

Tuesday, March 27th, 2012

Liquid Assets Wine Bar

Our 2012 Spring tour continues! ARTB makes it's Ashland debut at this very special wine bar and music venue.

Wednesday, March 28th, 2012

Bombs Away Cafe

The ARTB spring tour heads north! It's our Corvallis debut at one of the town's most prolific music venues!

Friday, April 13th, 2012

Doe Bay Resort and Retreat

Susan, Sarah and I return to Orcas Island for the northern leg of our spring west coast tour.

Friday, April 27th, 2012

Edgefield

The Winery at Edgefield is a comfortable intimate space for good company, wine and music. Join Susan Peck and I for a set of original songs in the round.

Saturday, June 30th, 2012

Artichoke Backgate Stage

Can you believe we have been doing this one for 5 years now? Come and help us celebrate the longest day of 2012. Expect some very specials guests!

Friday, February 3rd, 2012

McMenamins Sand Trap

Join us on the Oregon Coast for a weekend get away, with Alexander's Real Time Band featuring Sarah Linderman (drums and voice), Susan Peck (keys and voice) and yours truly (strings, voice and songs).

Saturday, January 21st, 2012

Orenco Station Grill

It's our Hillsboro debut. We are looking forward, as always, to playing for new audiences.

Sunday, January 15th, 2012

Jade Lounge

This is a showcase of songwriters hosted by Alexa Wiley in the intimate surroundings of Jade Lounge. Looks like my set will start around 8:45 and I will be performing solo. Alex Nicole will also be performing.  Kinda like an 'Alex Fest'...'all Alex all the time' or something like that. Come and hear some of the new music coming out of Portland.

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012

Mississippi Pizza Pub

We return to Mississippi Pizza for our first show of 2012. It's the original ARTB trio with Whit Draper on guitar and bass, Sarah Linderman on drums and voice and yours truly providing songs, strings and voice. It's an all ages early evening performance so bring the family in for pizza and a show. This just in: Chris Isaak lead guitarist, Hershel Yatovitz, will be sitting in with us for this one.

Friday, November 11th, 2011

McMenamins Hotel Oregon

It's our debut at this venue and our first musical journey to the McMenamins Universe! We're excited! Come on out and help us groove this place. Susan Peck (keys and voice), Nancy Durham (drums), Alan (strings, voice and songs). This is the last regular show of our 2011 performance season. If you don't make this one, we'll see you next year!

Saturday, November 5th, 2011

Tabor Space

This a great all ages space to listen to live music. JoinWhit Draper (guitar, bass), Susan Peck (keyboards, voice), Nancy Durham (drums) and I for this early musical prelude to the approaching Holiday Season.

Friday, September 30th, 2011

Doe Bay Resort and Retreat

We love this place!! So we are excited to play there again. Sarah Linderman, Susan Peck and I return to Orcas Island for another fun show at Doe Bay. Hope you can join us.

Saturday, September 24th, 2011

A La Cart Food Pavillion

This is a very cool food court in SE Portland with a stage, a covered eating (and listening) area and even outdoor heaters! Rain or shine there is no reason not to come down have a bite and listen to Alexander's Real Time Band in a comfortable outdoor urban setting. It's our trio configuration with Nancy Durham on drums, Susan Peck on keyboards and voice, and (as usual) I'll be playing the strings and singing my heart out for you. This will be our last show in Portland until November! Hope to see you there.

Saturday, September 17th, 2011

Mississippi Pizza Pub

We're back at Mississippi Pizza for an early evening all ages show. Sarah Linderman (drums voice), Susan Peck (keys, voice) and I are thrilled to be joined by very special guest Newel Briggs on guitar for this show! For those of you who don't know, Newel and I were the co founders of the regional favorite World Beat band, Dub Squad, and performed and toured (US and Japan) with that band from 1988-1996. We haven't performed together in almost a decade, so I'm very excited that we get to do this show with him. If you haven't heard Newel play, you are in for a treat. If you have, then you know what I mean. Don't miss it. 

Friday, September 9th, 2011

Jade Lounge

Come and join us at this popular music venue. Susan Peck, Sarah Linderman and I will help you put that work week behind you. In fact, come early. The very talented Alexa Wiley is on right before us at 6pm. 

Saturday, August 20th, 2011

Helsing Junction Farm

It's the 7th time around for this annual summer event. 3 days of music, movies, organic food, camping and swimming in the Chehalis river. Our lineup will include Nancy Durham on drums, Jared Snyder on bass and guitar, and Susan Peck on keys and voice. Our set begins Saturday (August 20) at 11:20 am. We will be performing along with over 20 other bands including some of our favorites like LAKE, Tender Forever and Kendl Winter.  Look here for more details of the artist roster. 

Sunday, August 14th, 2011

Vino Vixens

This is a very cozy wine bar in SE PDX. Don't let the strip mall location fool you. Comfortable sofas, arm chairs and coffee tables await you on the inside providing a cool ambience for live music. Joining me for this show will be the legendary Whit Draper on guitar and bass, the mighty Sarah Linderman on drums, percussion and voice, and professor Susan Peck on keyboards and voice.

Friday, August 12th, 2011

Mississippi Pizza Pub

Short notice, I know, but Susan Peck and I  will be playing our eclectic blend of originals and covers at this popular neighborhood spot this coming Friday. And this just in...Mark Simon will be joining us on drums! Come on in and put the work week behind you!

Thursday, July 21st, 2011

Bula Kava House

It's not coffee. It's not alcohol. It's Kava! Oh and we'll be there too. Sarah and I will be performing as a duo just like old times. Drum, bass and voice...you have no choice...but to groove. Come and check out this new SE Portland venue!

Friday, July 8th, 2011

Oregon Country Fair

It's the 2011 Oregon Country Fair!

Susan Peck, Sarah Linderman and I will be joining the crew at Sleepy Hollow for an evening show for Fair Family. Find us Friday and Saturday night (if you have an over night pass:-)

Saturday, June 18th, 2011

Artichoke Backgate Stage

We're doing it again!!! Thanks to Artichoke Backgate Stage for giving us one more time around the sun for this annual event. The line up features the Legendary Whit Draper on guitar and bass, the Mighty Sarah Linderman on drums, percussion and voice, Professor Susan Peck on keyboards and voice and yours truly on fretless bass, walkabout dulcimer, guitar and voice.

Pianist, singer, songwriter, Susan Peck, will open the show. This performance will mark the start of our summer touring season. Help us get this summer started!

Thursday, April 7th, 2011

Artichoke Backgate Stage

This is not really an ARTB gig but you should come anyway. Susan Peck will be the featured songwriter at the Artichoke Songwriter Roundup. She'll be doing a bunch of her originals. She may even let me play bass with her on a few tunes:-)

Thursday, March 10th, 2011

Vino Vixens

This will be our second show in this very cool venue. We love the atmosphere and the audience. Relax on one of the sofas or easy chairs and groove to the band. The line includes 'The Professor', Susan Peck, on keys and voice and Art Alexander percussion.  21+ please.

Sunday, March 6th, 2011

Mississippi Pizza Pub

We will be doing and early Sunday evening show for your listening pleasure! Line up will include the legendary Whit Draper on guitar and bass, Art Alexander on percussion and very special guest, Hershel Yatovitz (lead guitarist for Chris Isaak), sitting in on guitar. Should be a fun show. Hope to see you there! All ages!

Monday, January 17th, 2011

Mississippi Pizza Pub

I'll be doing a late evening songwriter in the round performance with two other songwriters. This is not an ARTB gig but it should be a fun gathering of solo singer/songwriters. Who knows... I may even be able to convince Susan to bring her accordion and sit in with me on a couple of tunes. So come on over .... unless you're too old to be out that late on a week night :-)

Sunday, December 12th, 2010

Vino Vixens

It's our debut in this cool SE PDX venue. Come out and show your support. Line up includes Susan Peck, Whit Draper and Sarah Linderman

Saturday, December 4th, 2010

The Flying Cat

It's been a few months but we have not forgotten our friends at the Flying Cat. Join us for warm coffee, tea and music

Saturday, November 20th, 2010

Elevated Coffee

We return to this venue with a Portland debut of our newest member, Susan Peck on piano along with our usual crew: Sarah Linderman on cajon and percussion, Whit Draper on bass and guitar. Last time we were here the placed was packed. Hope you can make it.

Friday, November 5th, 2010

Tabor Space

I will be opening for one of the Northwest's most soulful singer/songwriters, Anne Weiss. Come on up to this cozy community space for some excellent music.

Friday, October 29th, 2010

Doe Bay Resort and Retreat

Come on up to Doe Bay Orcas Island  for the best Halloween ever. Fun events all weekend. Susan Peck and I will be performing with Court Crawford and Sura Charlier of Seattle's Cascade Jazz Quartet. These are all great players and I am very pleased to be performing with them for this Alexander's Real Time Band Halloween show.

Friday, October 22nd, 2010

Tabor Space

Join us for this performance in the cozy Tabor Space community cafe and performance venue.  I will be performing with pianist, composer, singer, Susan Peck (eclectic original songs). Svila (Women's Balkan Vocal Ensemble of Portland) and Mistral (representing the folk traditions of Brittany, Ireland, Central France, and Olde England) will be performing sets as well. There will also be presentation by Nourish the Children.

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Saturday, August 21st, 2010

Helsing Junction Farm

It's the 5th time around for this annual summer event. 3 days of music, movies, organic food, camping and swimming in the Chehalis river. Look here for more details of the artist roster as the date draws near. We will be performing there again for sure!

Saturday, August 7th, 2010

The Flying Cat

With Sarah Linderman and Whit Draper It's our one year anniversary of First Saturdays at this venue. Come and help us celebrate! Poeina Suddarth (of Felina's Arrow) will open the show.

Friday, July 9th, 2010

Oregon Country Fair

Once again I'll be joining the crew at Sleepy Hollow for an evening show for Fair Family. Find us Friday and Saturday night (if you have an over night pass:-)

Friday, July 2nd, 2010

Doe Bay Resort and Retreat

Start your 4th of July weekend off right with a visit to Doe Bay Resort and Retreat. We love this place. You will too. 

Saturday, June 19th, 2010

Artichoke Backgate Stage

This will be our 3rd Annual Summer Solstice Show at Artichoke. Join us for the this celebration of Summer and a host of special guests.

Saturday, June 5th, 2010

The Flying Cat

First Saturday's at the Flying Cat continue. Singer/songwriter Kimberly Viik will open the show this month.

Saturday, May 15th, 2010

Elevated Coffee

This will be our debut at this venue. There is a baby grand piano there so expect a few songs you don't normally hear from me (since I don't carry a piano to gigs most of the time). See you there!

Saturday, May 1st, 2010

The Flying Cat

First Saturdays at the Flying Cat Continue!

Friday, April 23rd, 2010

The Great Hall

This will be our debut on the west side of the river. This place is owned and operated by a musician. Nice stage and sound system. Great food.

Saturday, April 3rd, 2010

The Flying Cat

NOTICE: The person who booked this date has just informed us of a double booking. So we will be doing 1 set instead of 2. We start at 7pm and end at 8. Sorry for any inconvenience. We hope you can make it but if you do, don't be late :-)

Thursday, April 1st, 2010

Artichoke Backgate Stage

It's April Fools Day and I will be the featured songwriter for this songwriters showcase. Guest songwriters will perform one song apiece for the first half hour of the show followed by a full set of original songs from yours truly. Mr T says 'I pity the fool that doesn't make it to this show!'.

Saturday, March 6th, 2010

The Flying Cat

Our first Saturdays at the Flying Cat this month will be a benefit for KZME radio! www.kzme.fm .  KZME is scheduled to begin broadcasting this year. The station will be dedicated to broadcasting local music (mixed genres)…supporting local arts and culture…and sharing information about east side public affairs.

The Cat is always a good time and you never know who may sit in with us. So come on out and support local music!  All ages.

Saturday, February 6th, 2010

The Flying Cat

Our first Saturdays at the Flying Cat continue. Always a good time and you never know who may sit in with us. All ages and free!

Friday, January 29th, 2010

Doe Bay Resort and Retreat

Back to my favorite spot in the San Juan Islands. This will be our first gig on the road this year. We love the venue and the beauty of Orcas Island!

Saturday, January 9th, 2010

The Flying Cat

Due to the holiday we will move our First Saturday show to the second Saturday of January (this month only). See you there!

Saturday, December 5th, 2009

The Flying Cat

First Saturdays at the Flying Cat continue. ARTB drummer, the mighty Sarah Linderman returns after a successful tour with Felina's ArrowYou never know who else might sit in with us on stage!

Saturday, November 7th, 2009

The Flying Cat

First Saturdays at the Flying Cat continue. You never know who might sit in with us on stage! This month I will be joined by ARTB guitarist/bassist, the legendary Whit Draper (pictured with me above). I also expect that we may have a celebrity guest appearance as well. I am not gonna name names but I will say that if he does show up and you miss it, well.... Either way it will be fun.

Saturday, October 3rd, 2009

The Flying Cat

First Saturdays at the Flying Cat continue. You never know who might sit in with us on stage!

Saturday, August 29th, 2009

Doe Bay Resort and Retreat

I played here last year and it was a blast. Come up if you can. It's a great get away!

Saturday, August 22nd, 2009

Helsing Junction Farm

It's the 5th annual Music Fest at Helsing Junction Farms in Rochester Washington. 3 days of music, film and organic food in the sun on the Chehalis River. August 21-23. I'll be performing on the main stage again this year along with a host of other original music practitioners. Our set is Saturday (Aug. 22) at 1pm. Thirty bucks gets you a pass for all three days including camping! Click here for a complete line up of performers and showtimes. Don't miss it!!

Saturday, August 1st, 2009

The Flying Cat

Join us for the first in our series of "First Saturdays at the Flying Cat".

Saturday, July 18th, 2009

Airplay Cafe

Special guest Terese Carlton will be opening the show. Airplay Cafe is a great location for listening to acoustic music. Family friendly. All ages.

Friday, July 10th, 2009

Oregon Country Fair

I'll be performing once again on the Sleepy Hollow Stage, Friday and Saturday nights for Fair Family. Hope to see you there.

Watch my video report on last years Fair below. It's about 20 minutes long! I probably could have done a better job of editing:-) If you get bored, you can fast forward by clicking ahead on the timeline. If you have never been to the fair, this video will give you a taste.

Saturday, June 20th, 2009

Artichoke Backgate Stage

It's a reprise of our very successful summer solstice show from last year. In addition to new songs from Alexander's Real Time Band, the show will feature the musical stylings of Felina's Arrow (pictured above). Help us celebrate the longest day of 2009 at Artichoke!

Friday, June 5th, 2009

Flying Cat Coffee Company

Join us for the grand opening of the Flying Cat Coffee Company! Joining Alexander's Real Time Band for this show will be the mighty Sarah Linderman on cajon and percussion and the legendary Whit Draper on guitar and bass. You never know who else might show up to sit in.

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Star E Rose

Join me for another 'Last Thursday' at the Star E Rose in the NE Alberta arts district. Great art, good food, music and a cast of characters; all the ingredients for a fun evening. I will be performing with the mighty Sarah Linderman on cajon and percussion. You never know who else may show up to sit in with me at this gig.

Saturday, March 21st, 2009

Reeder House Concert

Come and help us celebrate the 2009 spring equinox. I will be opening for and performing with my long time song writing partner, Angela Pope (pictured above) and Mark Simon. This is a House Concert. For RSVP and location information send an email to info@dubsquadmusic.net

Thursday, March 5th, 2009

Hawthorne Theater

I will be opening for and performing with Felina's Arrow (pictured above) and the mighty Quadraphonnes.

Friday, November 14th, 2008

Artichoke Backgate Stage

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Join the fun at this singer/songwriter showcase.

Thursday, October 16th, 2008

Doe Bay Resort

Singer Songwriter Showcase

Sunday, August 17th, 2008

Helsing Junction Farm

It's the 4th annual Helsing Junction Sleepover / K Records Music Fest. August 15-17 2008. 3 days of fun in the sun on the river and in the fields. Camping, Organic fresh farm food. Organic film. Organic music (over 20 musical acts, including yours truly). Who could ask for more? Click here for more info.

Saturday, July 12th, 2008

Oregon Country Fair

For those of you lucky enough to have camping passes at this years Country Fair, please join me for a late evening show with the crew at Sleepy Hollow. The show will start about 9:00 after the Fair grounds are closed to the general public. It will be loads of fun.

Monday, July 7th, 2008

Music Millennium

Join me and other area songwriters for original music in the round at Portland's coolest record store.

Saturday, June 28th, 2008

Jax Bar and Grill

Please join us for a celebration honoring the life of Jeffrey "Sweet Lips" Dawkins.  There will be sharing, music, a book to write farewell into and some momentos from Jeffrey's life to view. 

I will be performing with Whit Draper, Noah Peterson and others.

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Artichoke Backgate Stage

A special Summer Solstice show. I will be performing a double bill with the talented and lovely ladies of Felina's Arrow: glam, pain and harmony
soulful, experimental, operatic expression of
dulce de leche womyn challenging social ideals.

ALL AGES WELCOME

Thursday, April 24th, 2008

Star E Rose

We had so much fun last time, we are doing it again. It's the 'Alberta Street Last Thursday Art Walk'
2403 NE Alberta St
Phone: (503) 249-8128

Thursday, March 27th, 2008

Star E Rose

Join me for the first 'Alberta Street Last Thursday Art Walk' of spring !!
2403 NE Alberta St
Phone: (503) 249-8128

Tuesday, March 4th, 2008

Mississippi Pizza

With special guest Angela Pope
3552 North Mississippi Ave
(503) 288-3231

Friday, February 8th, 2008

Artichoke Backgate Stage

3130 SE Hawthorne Blvd

Friday, January 11th, 2008

Artichoke Backgate Stage

3130 SE Hawthorne
The Auditiorium is behind the store. enter from paring lot