2022  Appearances

Sunday, November 13:  With “HONK” and the film “Five Summer Stories” to cap off the Coast Film Festival weekend in Laguna Beach, CA 

Saturday, November 12:  With Dmitri Matheny (flugelhorn), Dr. David Jones (piano), Chuck Easton (bass), and Terry Smith (drums) in Peninsula College’s Meier Hall, Port Angeles, WA.  Dmitri is showcasing his fabulous new CD “Cascadia.”

October 2-7:  I will once again be directing the Hidden Valley Big Band Workshop in Carmel, CA featuring 17 musicians from all over the USA.  Come enjoy our banquet-concert-dance on Thursday, Oct. 6.

Saturday, April 30, 8:00 PM, with “HONK” at The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, CA

Saturday, March 5, 2:00-3:30 PM, Sequim Sunshine Festival:   George Radebaugh (piano), Ted Enderle (bass), and Pete Harris (drums) will be joining me for 90 minutes of toe-tapping, dancaeble warm jazz, a perfect accompaniment to a picnic for the whole family, featuring songs familiar and loved by young and old. This Saturday, March 5, 2022 at the Guy Cole Center, Carrie Blake Park, Sequim, WA, 2:00-3:30 PM. Free admission, a part of the 2022 Sequim Sunshine Festival.

Friday, February 25, 5:00-7:00 PM, with Sarah Shea at Finn River Cidery, Chimicum, WA

2021  Appearances

Saturday, October 16, 2021 – The Honk Band headlines the Newport Harbor High School (NHHS) 90th Anniversary and All Classes Reunion.   Beth Fitchet Wood, Craig Buhler, Richard Stekol, Steve Wood, Alan Deremo, and Tris Imboden.

Friday, June 4, 8:00 PM AND Friday, October 16, 2021 – The Honk Band returns to The Coach House  These shows will sell out, so purchase tickets early.   $25

Sunday, October 3-Friday, October 8, 2021, Carmel Valley, CA:   For the seventh year, Craig Buhler directs the Hidden Valley Big Band Workshop.  For details or to register, CLICK HERE   Join us on Thursday, October 7, 2021 for the gala banquet, concert, dance at Hidden Valley Institute of the Arts in beautiful Carmel Valley, CA.

I will be appearing with Dawn Martin and “Sound Advice” on Saturday, July 24, Saturday, September 11, and Sunday, September 12, 2021.  CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.

I appear regularly with singer Sarah Shea and Chez Jazz.  Upcomeing dates include:

• Friday, July 16, 3:00-5:00 at Victor’s Lavender Farm, Kitchen Dick Road, Sequim
• Saturday, July 17, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim
• Friday, July 30, 7:00-9:00 PM, Manresa Castle, Port Townsend
• Thursday, August 19 at the Uptown Pub, Port Townsend
• Friday, August 20 at Manresa Castle, Port Townsend

2020  Appearances

MARCH THROUGH DECEMBER, 2020…..COVID   You know the rest of the story.

Saturday, February 29, 7:00-9:00 PM, Peninsula College’s Meier Hall Auditorium,  Port Angeles, WA:   “LEAP JAZZ!”  featuring the music of Craig Buhler along with David Jones (piano), Ted Enderle (bass), and Terry Smith (drums)

Every Sunday morning at 10:00 AM, i lead the worship music team at Sequim Bible Church, 847 North Sequim Ave., Sequim, WA  98382.  Please join us for a Christ-centered worship service featuring traditional and modern hymns. 

Friday, February 14, 6:00-9:00 PM:  Valentine’s Day Dance & Concert with the Tony Petrillo Band.

Saturday, January 11,  7:00-9:00 PM:   Wind Rose Cellars, with Sarah Shea.

2019  Appearances

Saturday, November 23,  7:00-9:00 PM:   Wind Rose Cellars, with Sarah Shea.

Monday, November 11,  3:00-4:00 PM:   The Lodge, Sequim, with Burke Garrett

Saturday, October 26,  7:00-9:00 PM:   Wind Rose Cellars with Sarah Shea

Sunday, October 13, 3:00-4:00 PM:   Port Angeles Crab Festival, with Sarah Shea Band

Thursday, October 10, 6:00 PM, Hidden Valley Music Seminars, Carmel, CA:   Craig once again directs the 17-piece big band in the 20th annual Carmel Valley gala banquet / concert / dance.  Last year’s affair featured the area’s finest dancers, musicians from across the U.S., and a stunning gourmet feast.  Don’t miss it!

Saturday, August 3, 2019, 8:00 PM:  HONK at The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, CA for one show only.  This event will likely sell out, so get your tickets early.  Tris Imboden, recently retired from “CHICAGO,” returns to HONK for this special reunion appearance.  Other original members include:  Beth Fitchet (vocals, guitar), Craig Buher (Sax), Richard Stekol (guitar, vocals), and Steve Wood (keyboards, vocals).   Virtuoso bassist Alan Deremo (John Denver Band) recently joined HONK, replacing our dear friend Will Brady, who retired after 40 years with HONK to pursue other interests.

Sunday, July 14, Philadelphia Church, Seattle:   Celebration of Life (2:00 PM) and jazz concert (5:00 PM) in honor of the extraordinary pianist & worship leader the late Bob Woll, my accompanist of choice for over 20 years.

Saturday, May 11, June 29, & July 20, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, with vocalist Sarah Shea, pianist Al Harris, and bassist Ted Enderle.   Reservations advised.

2018  Schedule

Saturday Sept. 15, 7:00 PM and Sunday, Sept. 16, 2:00 PM – KSQM and Olympic Theatre Arts present “Remembering the Legendary New Orleans Clarinetist Pete Fountain, Featuring Craig Buhler.”   With Chris Lee vibraphone, Al Harris piano, Ted Enderle bass, and Angie Tabor drums.  Reserve your seats today before all the best seats are gone by calling Olympic Theatre Arts at 360-683-7326.  Or stop by the box office at 414 N Sequim Ave (M-F, 1:00-5:00 PM).  Or purchase tickets online at:  https://bit.ly/2wfhHCP    We hope to see you there.

Thurs., Sept. 6, 7:00-10:00 – The Cellar Door, Port Townsend. “The Friends of Brubeck” present our tribute to the music of Dave Brubeck

Saturday, August 4, 7:00 PM
Sunday, August 5, 2:00 PM
Olympic Theater Arts presents “The Friends of Brubeck” and Elinore O’Connell in concert.  This annual event has become a Sequim tradition.  Get your tickets early to insure excellent seating.

Saturday, July 28, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim with the incomparable voice of Elinore O’Connell and amazing pianist Linda Dowdell

Friday, July 27, 7:00-9:30 PM, With the 18-piece The Stardust Dance Band at Olympic Cellars Winery.   Professional dance instructor Guy Caridi from Seaatle will teach the dance steps to young & old alike.

Tuesday, July 10, 6:00-8:00 PM, Sequim Band Shell.  My quartet will provide the evening’s entertainment for The City of Sequim’s Music in the Park Series, featuring New York recording artist Linda Dowdell (piano), Jim Charlier (bass), and Angie Tabor (drums).  Bring the whole family and enjoy a picnic on the lawn, while you listen to some wonderful warm jazz.

Thursday, June 28, 6:00-9:30 PM:   Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA  with the 18-piece Stardust Dance Band, featuring Hannah Jensen on vocals

Friday, June 1, 6:00-9:00 PM, Styme’s Grill with the talented Al Harris (piano)

Thursday, April 26, 6:00-9:30  PM:   Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA  with the 18-piece Stardust Dance Band, featuring Hannah Jensen on vocals

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2017  Schedule

Thursday, December 28, 6:00-9:30 PM:   Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA  with the 18-piece Stardust Dance Band, featuring Hannah Jensen on vocals

Saturday, December 16, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars.   Fine wine, great food, swinging music, neat people.   A rare reunion with two of the Northwest’s premier musicians, bassist Ted Enderle and pianist George Radebaugh.  We recorded 54 songs together a while back, and it is always a joy to work with these monster players.

Saturday, December 16, Noon-1:00PM, Corner of Sequim Ave. & WA St:  I’ll be directing the fourth annual all-Sequim Christmas carol sing-along.  Please join your voices with ours in welcoming the Savior.

Saturday, December 2, 7:00 PM, Sequim Worship Center, The Joy of Christmas hosted by Jonathan Simonson

Friday, December 1, 6:00-9:00 PM, Styme’s Grill, Sequim with Al Harris

Tuesday, November 28, 7:00 PM, Meier Hall, Peninsula College, with Dr. David Jones’ big band

Saturday, November 18, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars.   Fine wine, great food, swinging music, neat people.  I love working with pianist Mark “Shredder” Schecter and bassist Jim “Charlemagne” Charlier!

Thursday, October 26, 6:00-9:30 PM:   Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA  with the 17-piece Stardust Dance Band

Saturday, October 21, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars.   Fine wine, great food, swinging music, neat people.  I love working with pianist Mark Schecter and bassist Jim “Charlemagne” Charlier!

Thursday, October 5, 6:00-9:00 PM, Hidden Valley Music Seminars, Carmel, CA:    A gala banquet-dinner-concert-dance.   I’ll be directing the Carmel Big Band.

Saturday, September 16, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars.   Fine wine, great food, swinging music, neat people.

Thursday, August 31, 6:00-9:30 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, with The Stardust Dance Band

Tuesday, August 29 6:00-8:00 PM, “Music in the Park,” Carrie Blake Park Band Shell, Sequim, with The Stardust Dance Band

Saturday, August 26, 7:30-9:30 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim, with Mark Schecter (piano) and Jim Charlier (bass)

Wednesday, August 9, 16, 23, and 30, 10:00 AM  to NOON,  Joyful Noise Music Center, Sequim:    A unique workshop for all musicians who wish to learn to play by ear, using Craig’s celebrated method, “New Ears Resolution.”   To register, click here.

Saturday, August 19, 8:00 PM, The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, CA, with HONK

Saturday, August 12, 10:00 AM to NOON, “Unity of Effort,” Fort Discovery, Gardner, WA with The Stardust Dance Band

Saturday, August 5, 7:00-9:00 PM and Sunday, August 6, 2:00-4:00 PM, Olympic Theater Arts, Sequim, with Elinore O’Connell and “The Friends of Brubeck”

Saturday, July 29, Olympic Theater Arts, Sequim, with Linda Skoglund and the Al Harris Quartet

Friday, July 28, 7:30-9:30 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, with the fabulous Elinore O’Connell (vocals) and Linda Dowdell (piano)

Tuesday, July 25, 6:00-8:00 PM, “Music in the Park,” Carrie Blake Park Band Shell, Sequim, with Mark Schecter (piano), Jim Charlier (bass), and Chris Lee (drums)

Saturday, July 15, 7:30-9:30 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim, with Mark Schecter (piano) and Jim Charlier (bass)

Friday, June 2, 6:00-9:00 PM, Styme’s Grill, Sequim, with Al Harris

Sunday, May 28, 10:00 AM, St. Andrews Church, Pt. Angeles:   “The Jazz Mass” with pianist Gary McRoberts and guitarist Steve Lopes

Thursday, April 27, 6:00-9:30 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, with The Stardust Dance Band

Saturday, April 22, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars:  Encore appearance of the cb warm jaxx  trio, featuring Jim Charlier (bass) and Mark Schecter (piano).  All ages, no cover charge.

Saturday, April 15, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, with vocalist Sarah Shea and friends

Saturday, March 18, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars:  My trio, featuring Jim Charlier (bass) and Mark Schecter (piano)

Sunday, February 26, 6:00-9:00 PM, The Metta Room, Port Angeles:   The Craig Buhler Quartet, with Mark Schecter (piano), Jim Charlier (bass), and Angie (drums)

Saturday, February 25, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim with the wonderful pianist Linda Dowdell

Thursday, February 23, 6:00-9:30 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, with The Stardust Dance Band

Saturday, February 18, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim:  Craig Buhler Trio, featuring Mark Schecter (piano) and Jim Charlier (bass)

Friday, February 17, 7:00 PM, Olympic Theater Arts, Sequim, The Sarah Shea Valentine’s Concert

Saturday, February 11, 7:00-10:00, Port Townsend American Legion Hall, with The Stardust Dance Band

Friday, January 20, 5:00-8:00 PM, Sequim Community Church, My quartet in concert for “Friday Night Live”

Saturday, January 14, 6:00-8:00 PM, Sequim High School, Annual dinner-dance to benefit the Band Boosters, with The Stardust Dance Band and Sequim Hi Jazz Band

2016 Schedule

Saturday, December 31 (New Years Eve), 7:00-10:00 PM, Port Townsend American Legion Hall with The Stardust Dance Band

Thursday, December 29, 6:00-9:30 PM:   Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA directing and playing with the 17-piece Stardust Big Band

Wednesday, December 21, 7:00-10:00 PM, The Metta Room, Port Angeles, with my wonderful new quartet:  Mark Schecter (piano), Jim Charlier (bass), and Chris Lee (drums).   Great food, full bar, all ages, no cover, fine dance floor.   We will offer music designed for dancing and listening.

Saturday, December 17, Noon-1:30 PM:   I’ll be directing the all-city Christmas carol sing-along at the NE corner of Sequim Ave. and Washington Street.   All are welcome.

Thursday, December 8, 7:00, Meier Hall, Peninsula College, “Jingle Jazz,” with the college vocal ensemble

Friday, December 2, 6:00-9:00 PM, Styme’s Grill, Sequim with Al Harris

Saturday, November 19, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, with my wonderful new quartet  CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

Thursday, October 27, 6:00-9:30, Seven Cedars Casino with Stardust Dance Band

Saturday, October 22, 7:00-9:00, Wind Rose Cellars with Linda Dowdell

Tuesday, October 18, Noon, St. Luke’s Church, Sequim:  Music With Lunch with Gary McRoberts

Saturday, October 8, Downtown Port Angeles, with the Kevin Magner Band, as part of Art & Draft.

October 2-7, Hidden Valley Institute, Carmel, CA:   I will once again be directing the Road Scholar Big Band Workshop.

Saturday, September 24, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim.  “The Craig Buhler 3”  with pianist Mark Schecter and bassist Jim Charlier

Sunday, September 18, 2:00-6:00 PM, The Blue Beet (you got’ta read this hilarious story!), Newport Beach, CA with “The Class of ’66 All-stars”

Friday, September 16:  With Honk in CA at a private function.

Sunday, August 28, 7:00-9:00 PM, The Metta Room, Port Angeles.  “The Craig Buhler 3” with pianist Mark Schecter and bassist Jim Charlier

Thursday, August 25, 6:00-9:30 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim with The Stardust Dance Band

Thursday, August 18, 7:00 PM, Olympic Cellars Winery with the Peninsula College Vocal Jazz Ensemble featuring renowned jazz singing star Greta Matassa

Tuesday, August 16, 6:00-8:00 PM, Sequim Band Shell, Music in the Park with the Stardust Dance Band.

Saturday, August 13, 10:00 AM to Noon, Fort Discovery, Gardner, WA,  Unity of Effort with The Stardust Dance Band

Saturday, August 6, 7:30 PM and Sunday, August 7, 2:00 PM, Olympic Theater Arts, Sequim, with Friends of Brubeck and Elinore O’Connell

Friday, August 5, 8:00 PM, The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, CA with Honk

Saturday, July 30, Wind Rose Cellars with Linda Dowdell and Elinore O’Connell.

July 24-29:  Camp David Jr., Port Angeles, WA:  Directing 2 Camp Heebie Jeebies big bands.  Final concert, Friday, July 29

Saturday, July 16, 7:30-9:30 PM, Wind Rose Cellars with Sarah Shea

Thursday, June 30, 6:00-9:30 PM, Seven Cedars Casino with Stardust

Saturday, June 18, 3:00-5:00 PM, Peninsula College Graduation with Dr. David Jones

Wednesday, June 8, 6:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars

Tuesday, June 7, 7:00 PM, Sequim High School Auditorium with the SHS Jazz Band

Friday, June 3, 6:00-9:00 PM, Styme’s Grill with Al Harris

Wednesday, May 11, 6:00-8:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars with Sarah Shea.

Thursday, April 28, Seven Cedars Casino with The Stardust Dance Band.

Saturday, April 2, The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, CA, 8:00 PM:  The annual reunion concert with “HONK.”

Tuesday, March 1 at noon in the Commons and Tues., March 8 at 6:00 PM in Meier Hall:  Craig will be featured with the Peninsula College Jazz Band on the PC campus.

Sunday, February 28, 10:00 AM with the Dungeness Community Church worship team.

Saturday, February 13, 7:00-10:00 PM, Port Townsend American Legion Hall.  The 17-piece Stardust Dance Band, directed by Craig Buhler will play for your dancing and listening pleasure.   Sponsored by the PT USO.

Friday, February 12, 6:00-8:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim with vocalist Sarah Shea, guitarist Chuck Easton, and bassist Ted Enderle.

February 5-17:  The Port Angeles Symphony presents the “Adventures in Music” series, featuring Craig (sax, flute, clarinet), Al Harris (piano), Ted Enderle (bass), and Tom Svornich (drums).   The quartet will appear in schools across Clallam and Jefferson Counties with an educational program entitled “Music and Moods.”  This presentation shows how musicians throughout history elicit various emotional responses as musical styles continue to evolve.

Saturday, January 9, 6:00-8:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim.  Welcome the new year with great appetizers, superior local wine, and foot-tappin’ jazz featuring the fabulous pianist Linda Dowdell and Ted Enderle, “the finest bassist in the known universe.”  (TIC-tongue in cheek!)

2015 Schedule

Saturday, December 19, 6:00-8:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim.    A special Christmas celebration with Sequim’s own Sarah Shea.  Come enjoy great appetizers, superior local wine, and foot-tappin’ jazz featuring guitarist Chuck Easton and bassist Ted Enderle.   Craig will bring an assortment of woodwinds.

Saturday, December 19, 1:30-3:00 PM, Corner of Sequim Ave. and WA St.  Join Craig Buhler for the second annual all-Sequim Christmas carol sing along.  Spread the joy!

Sunday, November 1, 6:00-6:20 PM, Sequim High School Auditorium:  A 14-piece all-star big band will premier Craig’s brand new original arrangements of several beautiful hymns as part of Tim Richards’ 4-part series “The Faith Puzzle.”   Check out the intriguing trailer video for a sneak preview of this exciting series.

Thursday, October 29, 6:00-9:30 PM, Seven Cedars Casino:   With The Stardust Dance Band

Tuesday, October 20, Noon-12:30 PM, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Sequim:  With Mark Schecter (piano) and Ted Enderle (bass) in a lunchtime concert of fine chamber jazz

October 4-9:  I’ll be directing the Carmel Big Band Workshop sponsored by Road Scholar (formerly Elder Hostel).  Join us for a week of stimulating big band music along with other interesting musicians in the enchanting Carmel Valley.  The food is gourmet, the setting gorgeous, the company invigorating, the music swinging!  On Thursday, Oct. 9, we will offer the public a banquet / dance / concert.  Hope to see you there.

Sunday, September 27, 1:30-3:30 PM, Pioneer Park, Sequim:  With Al Harris (piano) and Jessie Lee (vocals)

Sunday, September 20, 10:00 AM-Noon, Dungeness Community Church, Sequim:   With the DCC worship team

Sunday, September 13, 3:00-4:30 PM, Bremerton Performing Arts Center, Bremerton High School,  1500 – 13TH ST., BREMERTON, WA:  The Stardust Dance Band in concert

Saturday, September 12, 4:00-6:00 PM, The Cutting Gardens, Sequim:  Chez Jazz, featuring Sarah Shea  (vocals) and George Radebaugh (piano)

Friday, September 11, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim:  Chez Jazz, featuring Sarah Shea (vocals) and George Radebaugh (piano)

Thursday, September 10, 7:00-10:00 PM, Cellar Door, Port Townsend:  With Mark Schecter (piano), Ted Enderle (bass), and Tom Svornich (drums), an evening of fine jazz

Thursday, August 27, 6:00-9:30 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim:   Stardust Dance Band

Saturday, August 15, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM, Fort Discovery, Gardner, WA:  With The Stardust Dance Band at the annual Unity of Effort celebration

Friday, August 7, Noon-1:00 PM, KPTZ Radio, Port Townsend:  Interview and live performance with Al Harris

Thursday, August 6, 6:00-8:00 PM, Olympic Cellars Winery:  With world-acclaimed jazz singer Greta Matassa and the Peninsula College Vocal Jazz Ensemble, directed by Elaine Gardner Morales.

Tuesday, August 4, 6:00-8:00 PM, Sequim Band Shell:   with the Stardust Dance Band

Saturday & Sunday, August 1 & 2,  Olympic Theater Arts (OTA) Theater, Sequim, WA:   Encore performance of the highly acclaimed “Friends of Brubeck” Quartet along with the extraordinary New York vocalist Elinore O’Connell, star of the original L.A. premiere of “Les Miserables.”

Friday, July 24, 6:00-9:00 PM, Camp David Jr., Port Angeles, WA:  I’ll be directing the two big bands at the climax of the week-long Camp Heebie Jeebies final concert.  Click here for more information, to register, to volunteer, or to contribute to this noble effort which has positively impacted the lives of countless young musicians.

Friday & Saturday, July 18 & 19:  At the Lavender Festival, Sequim WA with Sarah Shea and Chez Jazz:  Friday, 3:30-4:30 PM, Main Stage, Street Fair.  Saturday, 4:30-7:30 PM, Jazz in the Alley.

Tuesday, June 23, The Royal Room, Seattle:  Encore performance of the popular Friends of Dave Brubeck concert series.

Saturday, June 20, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim with the fabulous pianist Linda Dowdell

Saturday, June 13, 2:30-4:30 PM, Dedication of the new Sequim city hall.

Thursday, June 4, 7:00-9:30 PM, The Cellar Door, Port Townsend with a fine jazz quartet:  Mark Schecter (piano), Dirk Anderson (bass), and Tom Svornich (drums)

Friday, May 29, 6:00-9:00 PM, Stymie’s Grill, Sequim in a duo with Rufus.

Thursday, May 28, 6:00-9:30 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA directing and playing with the 17-piece Stardust Big Band

Saturday, May 23, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim:   CD release party for guitarist / singer / composer Tony Petrillo.  With Seattle guitar virtuoso Ron Peters

Sunday, May 17, 2:30-3:30, Fifth Avenue , Sequim, WA:  My trio will present a special concert open to the public.

Sunday, May 10, 10:00 AM, Dungeness Community Church, Sequim, WA:  I’m arranging & conducting the 17-piece big band which will play a medley of hymns to open the service.

Friday, May 1, 7:00-9:00 PM, American Legion Hall, Port Townsend, WA:   I’ll be directing one of the two 17-piece big bands as part of the Northwest Big Band Workshop

Friday, April 24, 7:00-9:00 PM: Dungeness Schoolhouse, Sequim, WA:   The Peninsula Friends of Music Performance presents “Capistrano Sessions.”  This will be a complete reenactment of Craig’s critically celebrated 2007 CD.  Included in the 5-person ensemble will be Brian Atkinson (trumpet and vibes), a highly-respected virtuoso from Los Angeles who was staff musician at Disneyland for many years, former Seattle Symphony percussionist Howard Gilbert, Oakland transplant Mark Schecter bringing an energetic approach to the piano, and the wonderful Ted Enderle on bass.    Also appearing will be the amazing husband/wife duo “Witherow.”   The 100-year-old Schoolhouse is a picturesque historic landmark with great acoustics and a good piano.

Thursday, April 9, 6:00-9:30 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA directing and playing with the 17-piece Stardust Big Band

Friday, April 3, The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, CA with the ORIGINAL HONK BAND.  (We believe Tris will be there.)

Friday, March 27, Meier Hall, Peninsula College, Port Angeles, WA:   We have created a rigorously researched Dave Brubeck retrospective.  This quartet project is led by the consummate New York pianist, Linda Dowdell and includes the wonderful Ted Enderle on bass and Peninsula favorite Terry Smith on drums.   This is an excellent room with a good piano.

Thursday, March 26, 6:00-9:30 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA directing and playing with the 17-piece Stardust Big Band

Thursday, February 26, 6:00-9:30 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA directing and playing with the 17-piece Stardust Big Band

Sat., February 21, 7:00-9:00 PM, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim, WA:   Craig will be leading a trio with a diverse and colorful repertoire.  We will be introducing the innovative new pianist recently moved here from Oakland, Mark Schecter.  Mark has roots in classical, jazz, and rock.  Rounding out the trio is the superlative bassist, Ted Enderle.

Thursday, January 29, 6:00-9:30 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA directing and playing with the 17-piece Stardust Big Band

Friday, December 19, 7:00-9:00 PM,  with Rufus at Wind Rose Cellars, 143 W. Washington St., Sequim, WA (360) 681-0690, 7:00-9:00 pm,  http://www.windrosecellars.com/

Saturday, December 13, 7:00-10:00 PM, Rainforest Bar, Seven Cedars Casino, with Al Harris

Thursday, December 11, 7:00 PM, Little Theater, Peninsula College, Port Angeles:  Jingle Jazz
Featuring:  Al Harris, Piano; Craig Buhler, Saxophone; Ted Enderlee, Bass; Terry Smith, Drumset, Amanda Lynn Bacon,  The Peninsula College Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Elaine Gardner-Morales, Director, Producer   Cost $15- available on Brown Paper Tickets, Broadcast on KNOP
Sponsored by The Peninsula College Foundation. Proceeds go to support student attendance at the 2015 Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival

Saturday, December 6, 7:00-9:00 PM,  Wind Rose Cellars, 143 W. Washington St., Sequim, WA (360) 681-0690, 7:00-9:00 pm,  http://www.windrosecellars.com/

Thursday, November 13, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Tuesday, November 11, 6:00-9:00 PM, The Cellar Door, Port Townsend with guitarist Chuck Easton, bassist Ted Enderle, and drummer Tom Svornich.  Please join us for a unique evening of fine jazz in our debut appearance with this quartet in Port Townsend.

Saturday, November 1, 6:00-8:00 PM:  The fifth annual Sequim High School Band Boosters fundraiser banquet and dance.  The 17-piece Stardust Dance Band and the Sequim High School Jazz Band under the direction of Vern Fosket, Sequim High School dining room.

Thursday, October 30, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Saturday, October 18, The Stardust Big Band will appear for your dining and dancing pleasure at the Oasis Sports Bar & Grill, Creamery Square, 301 E. Washington St., Sequim, WA. 98382.  No cover charge!  But PLEASE PURCHASE SOMETHING…A DRINK AND / OR FOOD, so we can keep this going!

Friday, October 17, Wine on the Waterfront, Port Angeles, with Sarah Shea and Chez Jazz

Sunday through Friday, October 5-10:  Craig will be directing the big band workshop in Carmel, CA.  CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP.   For more information, CLICK HERE.  Thursday night’s banquet / concert / dance will be open to the public by reservation.

SPECIAL EVENT:
Wednesday, Sept 24, 7:00-9:00, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim with virtuoso cellist Jesse Ahmann and pianist Al Harris.  One night only.  Don’t miss hearing this exceptional young musician.

Thurs., Sept 25, Seven Cedars Casino, Club Seven, with the 17-piece Stardust Dance Band

Sun., Sept 21, The Next Door Gastro Pub, Port Angeles, with Sarah Shea and Chez Jazz

Friday, September 12, 6:00-9:00 PM at Styme’s Grill, Sequim with RUFUS, the uniquely talented singer, guitarist, and composer.  You will enjoy his unique and varied musical menu from the Great American Songbook to favorites from the past 40 years.

Sat., Sept. 6, Wind Rose Cellars, 143 W. Washington St., Sequim, WA (360) 681-0690, 7:00-9:00 pm,  http://www.windrosecellars.com/   with Sarah Shea and Al Harris.

Friday, September 5, 6:00-9:00 PM at Styme’s Grill, Sequim with Al Harris (piano) and Chuck Easton (bass)

Stymie’s Bar & Grill, 1965 Woodcock Rd., Sequim, WA (360) 683-3331, 6:00-9:00pm,  http://www.yelp.com/biz/stymies-bar-and-grill-sequim

• July 4 (with Al Harris)
• Aug 29 (with Rufus)

Wind Rose Cellars, 143 W. Washington St., Sequim, WA (360) 681-0690, 7:00-9:00 pm,  http://www.windrosecellars.com/

• July 5, With Sarah Shea
• July 12, with Taylor Ackley & Jesse Almond
• July 18, with Taylor Ackley & Chuck Easton
• July 26, with Linda Dowdell & Elinore O’Connell, star of Les Miserables   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hL7YB2YC3-Y
• Aug. 2, with Rufus
• Aug 8, with Sarah Shea

THE THIRD ANNUAL “JAZZ AT THE SCHOOLHOUSE” CONCERTCraig joins Elinore O’Connell, star of Les Miserables            http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmpsjtYgwHo, along with pianist Linda Dowdell, bassist Ted Enderle, and drummer Terry Smith
July 25: 7:00pm, Dungeness Schoolhouse, 2781 Towne Road, Sequim, WA. 360.683.2277

Craig will be Conducting the Camp Heebie Jeebies big bands, July 11: 6:00pm, Camp David Jr., 1452 Camp David Jr Rd, Port Angeles, WA (360) 928-3540  http://www.campheebiejeebies.us/Staff.aspx

Stardust Dance Band:

• July 31 and Aug 28: 6:00-10:00pm, Seven Cedars Casino, 270756 U.S. 101, Sequim, WA 98382 (360) 683-7777 http://www.7cedarsresort.com/
• Aug 12: 6:00-8:00pm, Band Shell, 563 N. Rhodefer Road, Sequim, WA 360.683.2277  http://www.sequimwa.gov/index.aspx?NID=232
• Aug 23: 10:00am-noon, Fort Discovery, 3501 Old Gardiner Rd., Sequim, WA 1-877-876-4750

The HONK Bandhad 3 wonderful opportunities to perform so far in 2014:

• February 2 for the USMC Superbowl party in Newport Beach, CA
• March 7 for the San Luis Obispo International Film Festival
• May 31 at the Coach House in San Juan Capistrano

Jan. 12, Jan. 26, Feb. 9, Feb 23, 2014:  Four Sunday evening dance concerts with the 17-piece Stardust Big Band at the Sequim Elks Lodge, 143 Port Williams Road, Sequim, 5:30-8:30.  This venue features a wonderful dance floor.  All ages.  $5 admission.

2013 Schedule

Saturday, December 28 – 5:30-8:30 – The Stardust Big Band will appear for your dining and dancing pleasure at the Oasis Sports Bar & Grill, Creamery Square, 301 E. Washington St., Sequim, WA. 98382.  No cover charge!  But PLEASE PURCHASE SOMETHING…A DRINK AND / OR FOOD, so we can keep this going!

Saturday, December 14,  6:30-8:30, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim, with pianist Linda Dowdell and bassist Ted Enderle.  We’ll feature music from our CD Ripples as well as some special Christmas jazz.

Saturday, November 23 – 5:30-8:30 – The Stardust Big Band will appear for your dining and dancing pleasure at the Oasis Sports Bar & Grill, Creamery Square, 301 E. Washington St., Sequim, WA. 98382  No cover charge!  But PLEASE PURCHASE SOMETHING…A DRINK AND / OR FOOD, so we can keep this going!

Sunday, October 27 –  5:30-9:00, The Stardust Big Band at the Sequim Prairie Grange, macleay hall, 290 Macleay Road, Sequim, WA.   $5 cover charge per person covers the rent on the hall and gas money for the musicians.

Saturday, October 19 – 6:00-9:00, Sequim High School Dining Room:  A gala dinner / dance to benefit the Sequim HS Band Boosters, featuring the Stardust Big Band and the Sequim High School Jazz Band under the direction of Vern Foskett.

Saturday, October 12,  6:30-8:30, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim, with Linda Dowdell

Saturday, October 12, 2:45-3:45, Port Angeles Crab Festival with Sarah Shea

Sunday, Sept. 29 – 5:30-9:00, The Stardust Big Band at the Sequim Prairie Grange, macleay hall, 290 Macleay Road, Sequim, WA.  $5 cover charge per person covers the rent on the hall and gas money for the musicians.

Saturday, Sept. 28, 6:00-8:00, Benefit for Friends of the Fields with Linda Dowdell at Sunland Golf Clubhouse, Sequim.

Saturday, September 14,  Wind Rose Cellars with Sarah Shea and Al Harris

Friday, September 13, 6:30-8:30, Camaraderie Cellars with the stunningly talented Linda Dowdell on piano, direct from New York.  No cover charge.

Saturday, September 7,  Wind Rose Cellars with Sarah Shea and Al Harris

Friday, September 6, 6:30-8:30, Wind Rose Cellars with virtuoso guitarist Chuck Easton and fine young bassist Taylor Ackley.  No cover charge.

Saturday, August 31, 6:30-8:30  Wind Rose Cellars :   This will be a first time appearance for a unique combination of musicians.  The excellent pianist George Radebaugh along with a “new discovery” (for me, that is), the unique styling of  guitarist / singer Trevor Hanson .  No cover charge.

Sunday, August 25, 5:30-9:00 PM,  Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band.  Our final appearance in this venue.

Saturday, August 24,  Wind Rose Cellars with Sarah Shea and Al Harris

Friday, August 16,  Wind Rose Cellars with Sarah Shea and Al Harris

Tuesday, August 13, 6:00-8:00, Sequim Band Shell with the Stardust Big Band

Sunday, August 11, Jefferson County Fair, with The Cat’s Meow Jazz Band

Saturday, August 10, The Stardust Big Band appears at the FORT DISCOVERY UNITY OF EFFORT ON SHORES OF DISCOVERY BAY, WASHINGTON.

Friday, August 9,  Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim, with the very unique pianist Bob Woll from Seattle and Taylor Ackley (bass)

Sunday, July 28, 5:30-9:00 PM,  Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Friday, July 26:  The Second Annual Jazz at the Schoolhouse, with Linda Dowdell, Ted Enderle, Terry Smith, and special guest, from New York, the fabulous singer Elinor O’Connel.

Friday & Saturday, July 19 & 20:  Lavender Festival with Sarah Shea:  Friday at Sequim Band Shell, Saturday at Lost Mountain Lavender

Saturday July 6,  Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim

Monday – Friday, July 1-5:  Teaching at Camp Heebie Jeebies, Lake Crescent, WA

Sunday, June 30, 5:30-9:00 PM,  Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Saturday, June 29, Krush, Sequim, with Sarah Shea & George Lindamood

Friday, June 14, Next Door Gastropub with Linda Dowdell, Taylor Ackley, and Terry Smith

Friday and Saturday, May 31 & June 1:  The legendary HONK Band reunites with all original members, including “Chicago” drummer Tris Imboden for 2 California shows.  Friday at the Coach House, Saturday at San Marino High School.

Saturday, May 25, San Juan de Fuca Festival with Sarah Chez:  1:30 – Vern Burton, 4:30 P.A. Elks

Friday, May 24, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim, with Linda Dowdell

Saturday, May 18, 7:30-10:00 PM, Wine on the Waterfront with Sarah Shea and Chez Jazz

Friday, May 17, Sequim Community Church, Dinner / Dance with the Stardust Big Band

Sunday, May 12, 5:30-9:00 PM,  Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Friday, May 10, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim, with Linda Dowdell

May 3, 7:30-9:30, Two complete 17-piece big bands play for your dancing & listening pleasure at the Port Townsend American Legion Hall (as part of the  Northwest Big Band Workshop  )

April 28 – May 3:  Teaching improvisation and directing big band at Northwest Big Band Workshop

Sunday, April 21, 5:30-9:00 PM,  Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Sunday, April 21, 2:00-4:00, Port Angeles Library, Adventures in Music, with Al Harris & Chuck Easton

Saturday, April 20, Harbinger Winery, with Sarah Shea

Friday, April 19, Wind Rose Cellars, Sequim, with Linda Dowdell

Sunday, April 14, 5:00-7:00, Next Door Gastropub, with Sarah Shea

Friday, April 12, 7:30, Wine on the Waterfront, with Linda Dowdell

Sunday, March 31, 5:30-9:00 PM,  Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Sunday, February 24, 5:30-9:00 PM,  Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Tuesday, February 13, The Lodge, Sequim, with Al Harris

Saturday, February 9, Benefit for Port Angeles Symphony, with Al Harris

Wednesday, February 6, Private House Party, Diamond Point, with Sarah Shea and Al Harris

Sunday, January 27,, 5:30-9:00 PM,  Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Friday, January 25, Wine on the Waterfront, with Linda Dowdell

New Years Eve, Friday, December 31, 8:00 PM to midnight, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Sunday, December 26, 5:30-9:00 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Sunday, November 28, 5:30-9:00 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Sunday, October 31, 5:30-9:00 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Saturday, October 23, 7:00-10:00 PM, Sequim Elks Club, Benefit for KSQM Radio

Sunday & Monday, September 26 & 27, 5:30-9:00 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Sunday, August 29, 5:30-9:00 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Sunday, August 29, 1:00-2:00 PM, McComb Gardens, Sequim, WA;  with Chez Jazz featuring Sarah Shea (vocals) and Al Harris (piano)  featuring selections from our new CD “Quiet Nights”

Sunday, August 15, 1:00-2:00 PM, McComb Gardens, Sequim, WA;  with Jazz 101, featuring Ed Donohue (trumpet) and Al Harris (piano)

Sunday, July 25, 5:30-9:00 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Monday-Saturday, July 12-17, Orchestra of the  Balalaika and Domra Association of America  annual convention, Minneapolis, MINN;  guest clarinetist & flutist.

Saturday, July 10, 8:00 PM, The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, Calif. with HONK

Monday-Friday, July 5-9, Camp David Jr. (west of Pt. Angeles on Lake Crescent) teaching at Camp Heebie Jeebies Jazz Camp.  Final concert is Friday, July 9, 6:30 PM.

Sunday & Monday, June 27 & June 28, 5:30-9:00 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Sunday & Monday, May 30 & 31, 5:30-9:00 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Saturday, May 29, 8:30 PM, Port Angeles Elks Club Ballroom, Juan de Fuca Festival with the Stardust Big Band

Monday-Friday, May 17-21, Teaching at the Northwest Big Band Workshop.    The Northwest Big Band Workshop concert and dance will be held at 7:00 PM on Friday, May 21 at Fort Worden  in Port Townsend, WA

Friday & Saturday, April 30-May 1, Music team for the Sequim Aglow conference, Trinity Methodist Church, Sequim

Sunday, April 25, 5:30-9:00 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Friday-Sunday, April 23-25, Fort Flagler, WA:  Worship music team for the Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship men’s weekend gathering “Staying the Course“

 Saturday, April 3, 7:30-10:30, Wine on the Waterfront with Skip Morris (guitar / vocal) and Ted Enderle (bass)

Sunday & Monday, March 28 & 29, 2010, 5:30-9:00;  Seven Cedars, Sequim, with the Stardust Big Band featuring the acclaimed recording artist  Jenny Davis as our guest vocalist

Sunday, March 21, 2010, 5:30-9:00, Seven Cedars Casino, Chez Jazz 5-piece dance band

Saturday, March 6, 2010, 7:30-10:00, Wine on the Waterfront, Chez Jazz (Sarah Shea, Al Harris)

Friday, February 26, 2010, 7:00-10:00, Styme’s Grill, Sequim, with Chez Jazz (Sarah Shea, Al Harris)

Sunday, February 14, 2010, 8:00, The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, CA with HONK 

Thursday, February 11, 2010, 6:00-9:00, Sunland Golf Club, Sequim with Al Harris & Sarah Shea

Friday, February 5, 2010, 6:00-11:00 PM, Maui, Hawaii with Steve Grimes & “Mojo Gumbo”  See their video here.

Sunday, January 31, 2010, 5:30-9:00, Seven Cedars Casino with the Stardust Big Band

Sunday, January 24, 2010, 5:30-9:00, Seven Cedars Casino with Sarah Shea (vocals), Al Harris (piano), Ted Enderle (bass), & Tom Svornich (drums)

Saturday, January 16, 2010, 1:00-4:00 PM, Swisher Hall, Sequim, WA;  Clarinet Clinic with Sean Osborn(classical), Craig Buhler (jazz), and Signe Crawford (fundamentals)

Friday, January 8, 2010, 6:00-9:00, Styme’s Bar & Grill, Sequim, with Sarah Shea & Al Harris.

Saturday, January 2, 2010, 7:30-9:30 PM Wine on the Waterfront, Port Angeles with Sarah Shea (vocal) & Al Harris (piano)

Thursday, December 31, New Years Eve, 8:30-Midnight, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Tuesday, December 29, 5:45-8:45, Olympic Theatre Arts (OTA), Sequim, for the Eonological Society with Al Harris (piano)

Sunday, December 27, 5:30-9:00 PM, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Saturday, December 12, 6:30 PM, Sequim High School auditorium, with the Sequim Vineyard worship team led by Jonathan Simonson in a benefit for Dominican Republic village drinking water purification systme

Friday, December 4, 5:30-8:30, Dungeness Bay Wine & Cheese, Sequim,  with Al Harris (piano)

Sunday, November 29 & Monday, Nov. 30, 5:30-9:00, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA with the Stardust Big Band

Sunday, November 22, 5:30-9:00, Seven Cedars Casino, Sequim, WA, with Craig Buhler’s Dream Band: Sarah Shea (vocals), Craig (woodwinds & vocals), Al Harris (piano), Todd Fisher (bass), and Howard Gilbert (drums)