Saxophonist, composer and educator Bryan Smith has been an active member of the jazz and improvised music scene in the Northwest. Having been a musician in both Seattle and Portland, Smith has been able to develop a unique and individualistic voice that is synonymous with West Coast jazz. Influenced by West Coast bebop with players such as Warne Marsh, Lee Konitz, and Lennie Tristano, mixed with the alternative rock of the 90’s that was popularized in the Northwest, Smith has found a way to incorporate history and regional identity in his music.
Shao Way Wu is a freelance jazz bassist and Portland resident who grew up in Hong Kong. He moved to and the Bay Area in 1971 at the age of fifteen. Shao Way has business degree with an art minor University of San Francisco. Wu met Randy Porter at Humboldt State College in the 1980’s. Two years ago, Wu approached Porter about a duet recording project. Later, Porter recommend drummer Jason Palmer for the project.
We strive to make our indoor space as comfortable and safe as possible, therefore we encourage reservations as tables will be limited. When the weather comes around we will host music again outside!
To reserve a table, you may email trevor@vinoveritaspdx.com or by phone 503.208.2583
We ask for individuals to be vaccinated for indoor seating.