Jazz Scene

"It's all in the swing, my jazzin' friend!" A beaming shout out to the jazz club from quite the stylish Marcus as he led his big band into the early hours of the morning.  Applause, cheers, another round of drinks, lit cigarettes, chit chat, second dates, intrigued tourists, mostly locals taking in the profound musical atmosphere and experience with a deep and happy sigh.

The evening look - T-shirt dress and slip on sneakers for her and trousers, rolled up sleeves, tie, and loafers for him.  Jazz into the night.

"Give me a beat, Joe."  A one and a two and a three.  The drums welcomed the sunrise on the other side of town.  Five o'clock morning breakfast and classic jazz with soft brushes, bass, and brass was an okay way to start the day.  A warm croissant with melted butter, apple cinnamon oatmeal, a mixed fruit bowl, and a cup of coffee with half & half awoke the palette.  The grassy dew and hint of early morning summer warmth set the outdoor atmosphere.  The indoor atmosphere was calm, quiet, and intimate.  Cigarette smoke lingered in the air.  No applause, no cheers, perhaps a mimosa, little chit chat with most in the club being alone at their tables, enjoying the musical atmosphere as any other day.  The jazz club was sparse in the morning.  The band still played to an audience they knew well.  Those there could easily fall asleep with the hushed instrumental tones.  But no, they were there for the experience.

The early morning casual look - three quarter sleeve button down top and slim jeans for her and casual tee and rugged jeans for him.  Jazz through the morning.  The work week was over, so the thought of formal attire was long behind them...

Formal attire was always a must for the big band leaders lighting up the morning, noon, and night.  Zoot suits were in style long after they should have retired.  Three-piece suits jazzed up the night - trousers, blazer, shimmering vest, cuffed shirt, moderately sized tie, and pocket square.  Basic suits coasted through the day, playing for the lunch break audience.  A suit with looser tie woke up the morning.

It's all in the swing.  It's all in the jazzin' look.