With three talented, skilled, up-for-a-journey musicians behind him on drums, upright bass, and grand piano, Simon Drew pulls up a stool, "We're going to play 'Fly Me to the Moon.' How would you like us to play it? A swing, a bossa nova, or a ballad?" The small room full of listeners vote with their hands, the band obeys.

"I need a volunteer!" Simon playfully requests. Then producing two herald horns he proclaims, "These were used to announce Kings!" He moves toward the window and pulls it wide open, "I've always wanted to do this." Then insisting that the volunteer join him, the two toot out into the street a story below.

The show is a the love child of a jazz masterclass and your favorite teacher's story time. Complete with show & tell. It's interactive and you're in it.

I absolutely loved "Nature boy" performed with a didgeridoo.

Simon has a sweet voice paired with even sweeter trumpet solos. If you could use three brass valves to convert maple syrup into sound waves ... you'd have a Simon Drew solo.

The Sanctuary Studio is an absolutely beautiful place to enjoy the expression of musicians. Twenty seats or so, warmly lit, decorated with brass instruments and a love for music. You're essentially in for a house concert - hosted by Simon Drew.

The sanctuary studio offers classes, performances, and even philosophical keynotes. Check it out in downtown Santa Ana.