Projects

Eric Ottem Jazz UnitJazz in Northern Colorado.

The Eric Ottem Jazz Unit, a quartet in Northern Colorado, plays jazz and funk favorites.

Featuring:

Eric Ottem – Trumpet, Coronet, Flugelhorn, Flumpet, and Vocals
Steve Lopes – Drums
Tim Carmichael – Bass
Vic Dillahay – Guitar

Eric Ottem Jazz Unit at BolderBOULDER 2023

First Wednesday Jazz at Dry Land DistillersLocally-grown jazz.

Dry Land Distillers’ First Wednesday Jazz keeps it local, just like their spirits. Each month, host Vic Dillahay (guitar) is joined by a different player from Northern Colorado’s jazz scene and together they delve into jazz standards, original compositions, and free improvisations. Come enjoy expertly crafted jazz along with your expertly crafted cocktail.

Past guests include:

Liam O’Beirne (Indigent Row, The Neophonic Jazz Orchestra) – Mellophone, High and Low Whistles
Caton Sullenberger (The Jauntee) – Guitar
Eric Ottem (Eric Ottem Jazz Unit, House Blend Band) – Trumpet and Vocals
Tim Carmichael (Graphite Addiction, 3ology) – Bass
Bill Bohnenblust (Educator in Greeley, Colorado)– Piano
Nico Steffens (KoSnoCo, Rico Jones) – Alto and Baritone Sax
Doug Carmichael (3ology, Band Director at Erie High School) – Alto and Tenor Saxophone

First Wednesday Jazz with Doug Carmichael on Saxophone

Analogues of InfinitySolo improvisations with looping.

Live Recording of “Two Into Two Twice” (Curious Automata, 2022)

Occasional MusicSolo improvisations on acoustic instruments.

Live Recording of “Somewhat Precedented” (Curious Automata, 2021)

One Member Shy of a Good BandAcoustic instrumental pop hits.

Vic Dillahay – Baritone Guitar
Louis Calvin – Baritone Guitar

Duos

Tim Carmichael and Vic Dillahay – Improvisations and standards to keep you grooving.
Vic Dillahay and Doug Carmichael – A modern take on jazz, R&B, rock, and pop standards.