Jazz in the Present Tense 2026

Suggested donation $10 to $20

Tickets available at the door.

Doors at 7pm, show at 7:30pm

Celebrating the first American music that embraces all walks of our Creative Artistry.

Vegan-friendly food is available for purchase.

Hosted by Tynea "Queen Tee" Cooper featuring GretchenElise, Pinkk Lee, Lindo Yes, The Karen Smith Experience Collective, and more! Includes an open mic.

Gretchen Elise

Get ready to be moved, lifted & wrapped in pure soul with the incredible singer-songwriter Gretchen Elise. Gretchen creates an experience that captivates listeners worldwide. She is a master at weaving the listener into her creations, creating new collaborations in the moment. Composing original music from jazz to hip hop in Berlin, Boston, and her hometown Philadelphia, her releases can be heard on all streaming platforms. Her newest indie soul release, “Running,” is an animated journey of resilience. Her current project “Grateful Love” is a hopeful response to a car crashing into her house on Christmas Eve 2025. 

@gretchenelisemusic

www.gretchenelise.com.

https://youtu.be/K_SWqPfv9Z0

Lindo Yes

LindoYes (he/him) is a dyslexic spoken word poet from Philadelphia whose work blends Black imagination, mental health, and sci‑fi into bold, accessible storytelling. His poetry has been featured in Philly Weekly, MetroPhilly, The Philadelphia Inquirer, WHYY, Button Poetry, Voices in Power, and Def Poetry Jam. He is the 2023 recipient of the Jackie Robinson Award from Color of Change, the 2023 Change Maker Award from Uptown Standards, and a nominee for the Social Impact Award by Voices in Power. He is also one of the organizers behind Poetry Blerds and Jams and the author of PawnShop, an Afrofuturist graphic novel reimagining Philadelphia through emotional equity, universal healthcare, and Black resistance.

https://youtube.com/shorts/z8A7DTkLFz4?si=UHARq7r5pGVxJC-T 

https://youtube.com/shorts/FmcJt-aNop0?si=nIxTRt9IiHYrATyD 

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/D7a7_fHs2cc

https://www.instagram.com/lindoyes

https://lindoyes.com/

Pinkk Lee

Meet Pinkk Lee a dynamic female artist hailing from Missouri who has made a name for herself in Philadelphia. Her electrifying presence and powerful lyrics give you a vibe like no other. With a career spanning several years, Lee has consistently grown as an artist.

Pinkk Lee's journey in the world of music began at an early age. Drawing inspiration from her fathers musical influence and natural instinct, she developed a distinctive flow. Lee's discography is a testament to her evolution as an artist, featuring a mix of hard-hitting tracks and introspective rhymes that resonate with audiences.

Lee's stage presence is magnetic, and she has graced countless venues in Philadelphia and its surrounding areas, leaving audiences in awe with her commanding performances. Pinkk Lee's authentic relatable energy is infectious, creating an unforgettable experience for her fans.

Beyond the stage, Lee has been a trailblazer for female representation in the entertainment industry 

with her Podcast Words of Wisdom. Additionally on Stereotype Radio with Ranting Raving Podcast, currating events and finally with her Beverage Line, PinkkDrinkk. Breaking barriers and proving that talent knows no gender. Her impact extends beyond the music, as she continues to inspire aspiring artists to pursue their passion fearlessly.

Keep an eye on this Missouri gem as she continues to inspire and level up leaving her imprint on the city of brotherly love and beyond.

https://www.instagram.com/hipinkklee/

By Car or By Train

The East Falls Train Station is a short walk from the Fallser Club. Parking in East Falls is no problem! There is ample free on-street parking near the East Falls train station driveway at 3610 Midvale Ave and a paid municipal lot three blocks away at 4100 Ridge Ave.  Midvale Ave and Ridge Ave are both well-lit!