Bar Centro

10/13/2026

WILLIAM TONEY & THE GUYS
Intimate, Melodic Soul
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00-10:00 PM
$15

Come spend an evening surrounded by soulful sounds and timeless grooves. Pull up with a friend, share a drink with good company, settle in and let the music carry you through a night of warmth and undeniable soul. We can’t wait to see you there!

William Toney – vocals
Sam Lakmann – keys
George Ballesteros – bass
Victor Reid – drums
Blake Hernton – violin

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804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

10/13/2026

THE MOSLEYS
Americana
Friday, October 16, 2026
Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00-10:00 PM
$15

A beloved Milwaukee original power-pop band from the 90s, The Mosleys play a distinctive blend of poppy folk-rock with countrified and classic rock leanings, featuring catchy melodies, smooth vocals, and solid guitar work, often compared to classic power-pop but with a unique Milwaukee charm, making them a “best band to ever come out of Milwaukee” for many fans.

Mike Fredrickson – bass, vocals, composition
Rob Gjersoe – guitar
Bruce Dean – guitar
Bob Jennings – piano
Dave Braun – drums

bar centro
804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

10/13/2026

MJI Presents: WE SIX
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00-10:30 PM

From hard bop to world beats, original compositions to soulful standards, MJI’s resident ensemble We Six explores the full range of jazz in its straight-ahead style. A consistent favorite at festivals and clubs, the group has appeared in concert with jazz luminaries such as Benny Golson, Phil Woods, and Brian Lynch. Now in its 25th year, We Six returns with a new lineup:

Mark Davis – piano
Juli Wood – tenor saxophone
Dave Bayles – drums
Jeff Hamann – bass
Paul Silbergleit – guitar
Gabriel Wade – trumpet

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804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

10/13/2026

EMILY KUHN QUINTET
Chicago Women of Jazz Series
Satuday, October 24, 2026
Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00-10:30 PM
Cover: $15

Emily Kuhn is a jazz trumpet player, bandleader, composer, and educator in Chicago, IL. She has released two acclaimed albums, “Sky Stories” (2020) and “Ghosts of Us” (2023), and featured on many Chicago bandleaders’ recordings. Kuhn’s original music has been showcased at festivals like Champaign Urbana Jazz Festival (opening for Herbie Hancock), Stanford Jazz Festival, Hey Nonny’s Women’s Jazz Festival, Festival of New Trumpet Music, and MCA’s Tuesdays on the Terrace. Her work is recognized by Ravinia Festival, South Arts, Illinois Arts Council, Luminarts, and Chicago DCASE. An educator, Kuhn teaches at Midwest Young Artists, John Hersey High School, and Stanford Jazz Workshop. She studied Jazz Trumpet and Environmental Studies at Oberlin with Eddie Henderson, Sean Jones, and John D’earth. Her upcoming album “Feathered Things” explores hope, resilience, and freedom through images of feathers, snow, and fire.

bar centro
804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

10/13/2026

10/07/2026

SUNSET SESSIONS
Early Evening Dance Party ft Frog Legz
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Doors: 6:00 PM | Show: 6:00-11:00 PM
Cover: $5

Sunset Sessions is an early evening dance party that starts vibey and ends ruckus. A good time for singles, couples, threepals that have busy schedules and early responsibilities. Come dance off your midweek blues and get home in time to NOT ruin your workday on Friday.

Jess will be your bartender for the evening while Frog Legz provides sublime sounds and tasty tunes for you to enjoy!

$5 drink specials.

bar centro
804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

10/07/2026

GARRETT WAITE TRIO
Telepathic Improvisation
Friday, October 9, 2026
Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00-10:00 PM
Cover: $15

Join the trio for telepathic improvisations drawing on jazz, folk, rock, and global music.

Garrett Waite – vocals, guitar
Tim Ipsen – bass
Hannah Johnson – drums

bar centro
804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

10/07/2026

GARRETT WAITE TRIO
Telepathic Improvisation
Friday, October 9, 2026
Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00-10:00 PM
Cover: $15

Join the trio for telepathic improvisations drawing on jazz, folk, rock, and global music.

Garrett Waite – vocals, guitar
Tim Ipsen – bass
Hannah Johnson – drums

bar centro
804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
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10/07/2026

SAM ROBINSON QUARTET
Straight-Ahead Jazz
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:00-10:00 PM
Cover: $15

The Sam Robinson Quartet is a top Chicago jazz group active since 2003. Led by trumpeter Sam Robinson, they focus on straight-ahead jazz, capturing the energy of hard-bop and post-bop styles. Known for tight chemistry and dynamic arrangements, the quartet blends Robinson’s expressive trumpet with Chicago’s best jazz players.

For over twenty years, they’ve earned acclaim at Chicago venues like The Green Mill, Andy’s Jazz Club, and The Jazz Showcase. Initially focused on classic jazz standards, their sound has evolved over time.

bar centro
804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
https://barcentromilwaukee.com

10/01/2026

JAZZ JAM
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 8:30 PM
Open Jam: 9:00-11:30 PM
No Cover

Discount drink & cocktail specials.
Open for listeners and players of all experience levels.

bar centro
804 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212