"Zsofia Tardy's Hunglish Project" at The Burlingame Space

Saturday, January 17, 2026

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Artist: Attila Csikos

Venue: The Burlingame Space

Balkan. Bebop. Bela Bartok.

In a vibrant celebration of cultural fusion, four musicians from distinct musical backgrounds come together to create an unforgettable evening of jazz. Bill and Adam, hailing from the rich tradition of American music, bring the improvisational spirit and rhythms that characterize jazz in its homeland. Meanwhile, Zofia and Attila draw upon their Eastern European musical heritage, infusing their performances with the unique flavors and intricate melodies that are hallmarks of their upbringing.

As the night unfolds, attendees will be treated to a captivating mix of original compositions crafted by the musicians themselves, alongside innovative jazz adaptations of the renowned works of Béla Bartók—who was celebrated for his ability to blend folk influences with classical music—and jazz hits spiced with odd-meter.

Each musician on stage not only showcases their individual talents but also embodies the essence of cultural diversity, weaving a rich tapestry of sound that reflects Portland's dynamic and colorful musical scene. This special evening promises to be a feast for the senses, inviting the audience to experience the beauty and power to be a feast for the senses, inviting the audience to experience the beauty and power of music as a universal language, bridging gaps, and celebrating differences.

Meet the band:

• Zsofia Tary - Vocal
• Attila Csikos - Guitar
• Bill Athens - Acoustic Bass
• Adam Carlson - Drums

Zsofia Tardy is a jazz singer and music educator based in Portland. She earned her BMus and MMus degrees from the Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest. With over 30 years in the music industry, she has performed as a lead singer in various genres, including jazz, pop, rock, and gospel, and she sings in multiple languages. Zsofia serves as the Professor of Jazz Voice at Lewis & Clark College and operates a home studio in SW Portland. She has also guest taught at Western Oregon University and in Nanning, China.

Attila Csikos, also from Portland, is a multi-genre guitarist, educator, and composer with an MMus from Western Oregon University and a BMus from Liszt Academy. He has performed in numerous bands and major musical theater productions. In 2023, he held a successful solo guitar concert at the PDX Jazz Festival. Currently, Attila is an Adjunct Professor of Guitar at Clackamas Community College and teaches online in Hungary, with a teaching career spanning over 25 years. Many of his former students are now professional musicians.

Bill Athens is an accomplished performer on both double bass and electric bass, having worked as a professional musician for over 20 years in the Pacific Northwest. He studied with Ken Baldwin (Oregon Symphony), Glen Moore (Oregon), Dan Schulte (Jazz Bassist), and Dave Captein (Jazz Bassist). Bill is a music graduate of Portland State University, and he has performed in a diverse range of genres, from Classical and Jazz to Rock and studio recording. Bill has been a long-time music educator, teaching at George Fox University, Clark Community College, University of Portland, The Great Basin Jazz Camp, and Lewis and Clark College.

Adam Carlson is a Bend, OR native now living in Portland, Oregon as a freelance musician. He graduated from the University of Oregon in 2014 with a bachelors degree in Jazz Studies (Cum Laude), and has performed hundreds of times around the Northwest. Adam also spent a year in New York City, where he honed his playing style to include jazz, soul, latin, funk, rock, and pop. He has played drums on numerous albums, and has performed with many different Oregon and New York musicians and University of Oregon faculty members. Adam also teaches all ages, skill levels, and styles

Tickets: $30

All ages. Tickets non-refundable.