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SUMMARY:Jose Simioni Trio
DESCRIPTION:Jose Simioni Trio’s improvisational jazz performance at the Saloon from 4:30pm to 6:30pm with Dylan Garrison on drums and Ron Estrada on vocals and guitar.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jose-simioni-trio/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Big Table
DESCRIPTION:An open gathering of writers\, poets\, artists and more around the Big Table at Specs every Wednesday from 6:30-8:30pm! This more than 40 year tradition began with writers Jack Hirschman and Agneta Falk\, and continues on with hosts Agneta and writers Byron Spooner and Judith Bernhard. Join us for drinks\, laughs\, good conversation and become a part of this longstanding Specs tradition! Everyone welcome!
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/wednesday-big-table/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Specs’ Twelve Adler Museum Cafe\, 12 Saroyan Pl\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Poetry
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SUMMARY:Lorca Hart Bridges Trio
DESCRIPTION:Lorca Hart’s vision is to provide deepening creative musical experiences for himself and others. His career as both a performer and a teacher has been dedicated to the craft of drumming\, Jazz tradition and history\, and ensemble collaboration. \nMr. Hart received his BFA from California Institute of the Arts in 1996. He was deeply inspired by teacher/mentors including Albert “Tootie” Heath\, Joe La Barbera\, Charlie Haden\, Wadada Leo Smith\, and many others. Lorca continues to be inspired by music education now as a faculty member for numerous musical education venues including Stanford Jazz Workshop\, Mt. San Antonio College\, SF Jazz and many other musical clinics and workshops. Additionally\, Lorca teaches privately at his drum studio. \nWest Coast drummer Lorca Hart presents his Bridges Trio\, playing straight ahead standards rooted in the jazz organ sound while also exploring more contemporary elements with original compositions and composers such as Josh Redman\, John Scofied and Pat Metheny. \nFeaturing Brian Ho on organ and Tony Peebles on sax.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/lorca-hart-bridges-trio/2026-05-13/1/
LOCATION:Keys Jazz Bistro\, 498 Broadway\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Peninsula Project
DESCRIPTION:The Peninsula Project appears every Wednesday from 8–11pm at the Comstock Saloon\, led by pianist and vocalist Eric Shifrin. The quartet focuses on piano-driven swing\, stride\, and classic jazz\, with a lineup featuring Eric Shifrin on piano and vocals\, Rick Brown on trombone\, Carl Herder on bass\, and Garry Williams on drums\, in a setting that reflects the historic character of the bar at Columbus and Pacific. \n\nAbout the Peninsula Project\nThe Peninsula Project is known for its easygoing technical mastery and infectious sense of fun. Bandleader Eric Shifrin\, a mainstay of the San Francisco jazz scene\, is celebrated for his witty vocal delivery and stride-piano prowess. Whether performing at the historic Cadillac Hotel or anchoring their residency at the Comstock\, the group prioritizes the conversational\, improvisational spirit of jazz\, ensuring that every Wednesday night feels like a spontaneous neighborhood celebration.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/peninsula-project-3-2/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Comstock Saloon\, 155 Columbus Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lorca Hart Bridges Trio
DESCRIPTION:Lorca Hart’s vision is to provide deepening creative musical experiences for himself and others. His career as both a performer and a teacher has been dedicated to the craft of drumming\, Jazz tradition and history\, and ensemble collaboration. \nMr. Hart received his BFA from California Institute of the Arts in 1996. He was deeply inspired by teacher/mentors including Albert “Tootie” Heath\, Joe La Barbera\, Charlie Haden\, Wadada Leo Smith\, and many others. Lorca continues to be inspired by music education now as a faculty member for numerous musical education venues including Stanford Jazz Workshop\, Mt. San Antonio College\, SF Jazz and many other musical clinics and workshops. Additionally\, Lorca teaches privately at his drum studio. \nWest Coast drummer Lorca Hart presents his Bridges Trio\, playing straight ahead standards rooted in the jazz organ sound while also exploring more contemporary elements with original compositions and composers such as Josh Redman\, John Scofied and Pat Metheny. \nFeaturing Brian Ho on organ and Tony Peebles on sax.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/lorca-hart-bridges-trio/2026-05-13/2/
LOCATION:Keys Jazz Bistro\, 498 Broadway\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jose Simioni
DESCRIPTION:Experience the uniquely Jose sound as the legendary Jose Simioni takes the stage at Tupelo. A North Beach fixture for over two decades\, Simioni is a self-taught master whose playing defies easy categorization. He eschews traditional licks for a deeply personal\, improvisational style that makes his guitar sing—moving seamlessly from floating\, lazy melodies to a rocking\, soulful growl. Whether he is leading his trio or performing solo\, a night with Simioni is a masterclass in musical identity. \nThe Sound: Simioni’s style is a sophisticated\, gritty blend of Jazz\, Blues\, and Rock. Influenced by everyone from Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton to jazz greats like Joe Pass and Jim Hall\, he has synthesized these icons into a sound that is entirely his own. His sets often feature brilliantly unrecognizable popular tunes delivered with a level of panache that only a veteran of the Grant Avenue circuit can provide. \nThe North Beach Legacy: Originally arriving from Washington D.C. with nothing but a guitar\, an amp\, and a sleeping bag\, Simioni has since played every imaginable venue in San Francisco. His residencies at Tupelo and the neighboring Saloon have made him a living cornerstone of the city’s blues and jazz tradition. \nIntimate Improvisation: As an artist who values floating melodies and spontaneous creation\, Simioni turns the dim\, red-lit atmosphere of Tupelo into an intimate laboratory for sound. \nNo Cover Charge: This world-class display of guitar artistry is open to all patrons with no cover. It is a quintessential North Beach experience: raw\, authentic\, and performed by a musician who has spent thirty years perfecting his craft in the heart of the city. \n\nAbout Jose Simioni\nJose Simioni is a composer and guitarist who has built one of the most respected reputations in the San Francisco music scene. Refusing to sound like a carbon copy of his influences\, he has spent his career developing an unconventional technique that prioritizes emotion and original phrasing over standard licks. Usually performing as part of an organ trio—often featuring seasoned pros like Tony Stead on the B3 and Dylan Garrison on drums—Simioni remains a musician’s musician\, celebrated for his ability to make even the most familiar standards feel like a brand-new discovery.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/jose-simioni-4/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Tupelo\, 1337 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Chris Ford
DESCRIPTION:The Chris Ford Band delivers a spirited blend of rockabilly\, blues\, and honky tonk\, electrifying venues across San Francisco including The Saloon. Led by Chris Ford\, the band combines old-school honky tonk vibes with modern energy\, crafting a sound that’s both nostalgic and fresh. Whether dominating the stage or engaging with the crowd\, the Chris Ford Band promises a lively night of roots-driven music that keeps fans coming back for more.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/chris-ford-2/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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