Weekday Happy Hour

The Empress Lounge is the ideal location to unwind after five. Join us for one of DC's unique Happy Hour experiences in the posh Empress Lounge. Featuring a complete bar menu, light snack and live entertainment, the lounge is an oasis of civility perched on the edge of the most powerful city in the world.

We are proud to present these artists from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm:

Tuesday, August 31:
Donato Soviero, guitar

Wednesday, September 1:
Richard Miller, guitar

Thursday, September 2:
Ira Gonzalez, vocals/guitar

Friday, September 3:
Ira Gonzalez, vocals/guitar

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Friday August, 13 and Saturday August, 14, 8pm – midnight Special Guest Artist from New York City: Allan Harris Tony Bennett calls Mr. Harris “my favorite singer.” The New York Times’ Stephen Holden raves about “the protean talent that is Allan Harris.” A three-time winner of the New York Nightlife Award for “Outstanding Jazz Vocalist,” Mr. Harris makes a rare D.C. appearance before embarking on a tour of Italy. Joining Mr. Harris will be Chris Grasso, piano; Tommy Cecil, bass; and Todd Harrison, drums. No tickets or reservations are required; seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Friday, September 17 and Saturday, September 18
Special Guest Artist from New York City: Nicki Parrott

The Washington Times calls vocalist and bassist Nicki Parrott "the most astonishing new jazz musician we have seen in years." Nicki came to New York in May 1994 on an Arts Council grant from her native Australia to study with the internationally acclaimed bassist, Rufus Reid. In June 2000, Nicki began performing on Monday nights at the Iridium Jazz Club with the legendary guitarist and inventor, Les Paul. Their partnership continued until his recent death. She has appeared the world over at major festivals and concert halls. Joining Ms. Parrott will be Chuck Redd, vibes; Lenny Robinson, drums; Chris Grasso, piano (9/17); and Robert Redd, piano (9/18).

Friday, October 15 and Saturday, October 16
Special Guest Artist from St. Louis: Denise Thimes

"Denise ranks with the all-time greats such as Ella, Sassy, Lady Day, Nancy, Dianne, Monica and Carmen, to name a few." - Legendary Jazz Trumpeter Clark Terry

Ms. Thimes is making her mark on stages the world over, most recently closing the night after Dave Brubek's appearance at the Litchfield Jazz Festival. Please join us for a return engagement by the incomparable Denise Thimes. .

Friday, November 12 and Saturday, November 13:
Special Guest Artist from New York City: Allan Harris

Tony Bennett calls Mr. Harris "my favorite singer." The New York Times' Stephen Holden raves about "the protean talent that is Allan Harris." A three-time winner of the New York Nightlife Award for "Outstanding Jazz Vocalist," Mr. Harris returns by popular demand for a weekend of great music.