Neo-standards from Greg Scheer & the
finest jazz musicians in Grand Rapids.

The history of

Outside Pocket

I began writing a new tune each week for a gig at a local restaurant. My trio snuck in the new tunes with the jazz standards that were our normal fare. I soon had two dozen songs and a growing sense that I might have something worthwhile. 

With the help of Steve Talaga, I was able to assemble an allstar cast of Grand Rapids jazz musicians. Each of these players has earned the community’s respect for their talent, experience, and taste. With a group like this, it was hard to go wrong! Outside Pocket was formed!

Our Musicians

Gary McCourry

Saxophone + Flute

Drew Placzek

Piano

Greg Scheer

Bass

Eddie Eicher

Drums

Erinn Epp

Vocals

James Sawyer

Trumpet

Paul Brewer

Trombone

Jim Cooper

Vibes

Jordan Finn

Guitars

Steve Talaga

Piano

Tim Froncek

Drums

Steve Albert

Engineer

Jim Alfredson

Mixing and Mastering