The Vic and Doug Jazz Duo bring their improvisational spirit to a set of jazz standards on their debut album “Dry Land”. Recorded live at Dry Land Distillers in downtown Longmont, Colorado, this album captures the pair’s seamless musical chemistry and dynamic approach that captivates audiences across the Front Range.
Tag: First Wednesday Jazz
The Last First Wednesday Jazz at Dry Land Distillers

After 4 years of music, Dry Land Distiller’s First Wednesday Jazz is coming to an end this week with its 44th and final installment. All ages are welcome and admission is free (suggested one drink per set minimum), so come join trumpeter Eric Ottem and I as we send the series off in swinging style.
March 4th, 2026 7:00PM–8:30PM
Final Dry Land First Wednesday Jazz with Eric Ottem
Dry Land Distillers – Longmont, Colorado
“Road Song” with Doug Carmichael
Doug Carmichael and I play the Wes Montgomery classic “Road Song” for Dry Land Distillers’ First Wednesday Jazz, February 4th, 2026.
“Softly, As In a Morning Sunrise” with Doug Carmichael at First Wednesday Jazz #39
“Good Bait” with the Vic and Doug Jazz Duo
Here’s the inimitable Doug Carmichael and I playing the killer Tadd Dameron composition “Good Bait” at Dry Land Distillers:
“Cantaloupe Island” with The Vic & Doug Jazz Duo
Here’s Doug Carmichael and me playing the Herbie Hancock classic “Cantaloupe Island” at Dry Land Distillers on February 5th, 2025.
“The Jody Grind” with Doug Carmichael at Dry Land Distillers
Doug Carmichael and I playing Horace Silver’s “The Jody Grind” at Dry Land Distillers’ First Wednesday Jazz on September 4th, 2024.
“My Romance” with Doug Carmichael at Dry Land Distillers
Here’s another tune from June’s First Wednesday jazz at Dry Land Distillers with guest saxophonist Doug Carmichael. This time, it’s the Rodgers and Hart standard “My Romance”:
