Jeannie & Al: Jazz @ The Abbey

Jeannie and Al Brown were Illinois Valley musicians when they met in 1978 and have been making music together ever since.

Covering nearly every musical style, their piano and upright bass duo favors jazz standards. “Jazz covers a lot of musical territory,” says the pair. “There’s literally something for everyone.” It’s definitely their favorite format, though they are quick to add, “There are so many good songs, so much good music in the world. We won’t pass up a chance to play an old favorite just because it’s not considered a jazz tune. We just put our personal spin on it!”