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SUMMARY:Magic School Busk
DESCRIPTION:Experience the ultimate “living theater” of North Beach as The Magic School Busk takes up their weekly residency directly in front of The Red Window. Positioned at the vibrant\, sun-soaked corner of Stockton and Columbus\, this high-energy busking collective captures the spontaneous spirit of the neighborhood. \nThe performance is a masterclass in Street Swing and improvisational Jazz. Drawing from the “busking” tradition of New Orleans and the European “Hot Club” sound\, the ensemble specializes in acoustic music that is both technically brilliant and completely unpretentious. The line-up is fluid\, often featuring a “who’s who” of local instrumentalists who bring a “restless melodicism” to classic standards and upbeat\, toe-tapping originals. \nThe Magic School Busk is more than just a band; they are the neighborhood’s “resident joy-makers.” Because they perform on the street level\, the barrier between musician and audience disappears\, inviting passersby to stop\, dance\, and engage with the music in real-time. Whether you are enjoying a gin tonic on the Red Window’s outdoor patio or just walking by with a cannoli in hand\, the band provides an elite\, soulful soundtrack that defines the modern North Beach experience. \n\nAbout The Magic School Busk\nBorn from the city’s post-pandemic “street-side” revival\, The Magic School Busk is a collective of veteran Bay Area musicians dedicated to the art of public performance. They emphasize the “acoustic and the authentic\,” eschewing heavy amplification for the natural resonance of brass\, strings\, and woodwinds. Often featuring members from some of the city’s most popular jazz and swing outfits\, the “Busk” is celebrated for its ability to read a crowd and create a party out of thin air. They represent the best of San Francisco’s musical resilience—keeping the city’s culture loud\, proud\, and accessible to everyone on the street. \n 
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/magic-school-busk-6/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Red Window\, 500 Columbus Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Sunday Blues Jam at Pier 23 Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Live Music is BACK at Pier 23 Cafe! Join us for a fun afternoon filled with jammin’ blues sounds from professional musicians and budding artists. We are supporting local talent on all levels. Grab a drink\, a bite and be ready to dance. Bring your friends\, we can’t wait to see you.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/sunday-blues-jam-at-pier-23-cafe-2/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Pier 23\, 23 The Embarcadero\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Blues Power
DESCRIPTION:Catch Blues Power at the Sunday afternoon residency at the Saloon.  \nBlues Power is a San Francisco blues project led by Mark Naftalin\, known as a legendary pianist\, producer\, and blues advocate. The core band members typically include Mark Naftalin on keyboards\, along with a rotating lineup of top Bay Area blues musicians such as bassist Dave McDaniel and drummer Sam Chapman. Blues Power is celebrated for its authentic blues sound that blends classic blues\, R&B\, and soul influences.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/blues-power-5/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Lara Louise
DESCRIPTION:Keys Jazz Bistro welcomes Dutch-born vocalist Lara Louise for an evening of classic songs\, characterized by a soft\, sultry voice blending her folk roots with French chanson\, Bossa Nova\, and the Great American Songbook. \nLara Louise and guitarist Gawain Mathews have been making music together since 2020\, and their renditions of jazz standards have quietly reached a massive audience\, gathering millions of streams from listeners around the world. For this performance\, Lara and Gawain will be joined by some of the Bay Area’s finest musicians: John R. Burr on piano\, Brian Fishler on drums\, Aaron Germain on bass\, and Erik Jekabson on trumpet.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/lara-louise-7/2026-05-17/1/
LOCATION:Keys Jazz Bistro\, 498 Broadway\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:A Sunday Music Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Meet the owners of Peña Pachamama\, co-founders of SUKAY & Savia Andina. Every Sunday\, Eddy Navia & Quentin Navia invite you into the heart of Peña Pachamama 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘆
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/a-sunday-music-cafe/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Peña Pachamama\, 1630 Powell St\, San Francisco\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Alexandra Rieloff Jazz Trio
DESCRIPTION:Spend your Sunday afternoon immersed in the sultry\, soulful sounds of the Alexandra Rieloff Trio at Otherwise Brewing. Known for her versatile background as a choreographer and filmmaker\, Brooklyn-born Chilean vocalist Alexandra Rieloff brings a cinematic elegance to her jazz performances. This intimate set will feature a timeless repertoire of Jazz Standards\, Bossa Nova\, and Boleros\, perfectly curated to complement the airy\, inclusive atmosphere of the North Beach taproom. \n A sophisticated blend of smooth melodies and Latin-inspired rhythms. Alexandra is typically joined by a seasoned trio\, often featuring Mark Holzinger on guitar and Rob Bassinette on bass\, creating a rich but relaxed soundscape. \nNo cover (though tipping the musicians is always encouraged!).
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/alexandra-rieloff-jazz-trio/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Otherwise Brewing\, 1402 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Gavin Holloran Trio
DESCRIPTION:Gavin Halloran Trio at Waystone 6-9pm. \nGavin Halloran is a Jazz Saxophonist born and raised in the East Bay. Halloran’s inspiration comes from the tenormen of old\, raised in the sounds of Coleman Hawkins\, Ben Webster and Don Byas. Halloran has worked across the scene now for over a decade with the Bay Area’s very best in Straight Ahead. Notable performances include headlining the Fillmore Jazz Festival\, CSM Jazz Festival\, San Jose Jazz Fest\, Keys Jazz Bistro\, Mr. Tipples Recording Studio\, Club Deluxe\, Biscuits & Blues\, Bird & Beckett\, Geelou\, Sweetwater Music Hall\, Local Edition\, Mama Kins\, Five Points and many more Bay Area Gems. Halloran’s Band can be heard performing nightly at John’s Grill in the Heart of the City he calls home. Halloran has recently released his single “Monk’s Shop.” Additional music including “Asiatic Rays\,” and EP “Hallucinations” are on all digital Platforms.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/gavin-holloran-trio-2/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Waystone\, 1609 Powell St\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Lara Louise
DESCRIPTION:Keys Jazz Bistro welcomes Dutch-born vocalist Lara Louise for an evening of classic songs\, characterized by a soft\, sultry voice blending her folk roots with French chanson\, Bossa Nova\, and the Great American Songbook. \nLara Louise and guitarist Gawain Mathews have been making music together since 2020\, and their renditions of jazz standards have quietly reached a massive audience\, gathering millions of streams from listeners around the world. For this performance\, Lara and Gawain will be joined by some of the Bay Area’s finest musicians: John R. Burr on piano\, Brian Fishler on drums\, Aaron Germain on bass\, and Erik Jekabson on trumpet.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/lara-louise-7/2026-05-17/2/
LOCATION:Keys Jazz Bistro\, 498 Broadway\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Sunday Artist Series
DESCRIPTION:End your week with a rhythmic bang at the Sunday Artist Series\, a weekly institution at Tupelo that transforms North Beach into a soulful dance party. Hosted by the versatile Shawn Stein\, this residency is built around an “all-pro” house band that provides a world-class foundation for a rotating cast of the Bay Area’s most powerhouse vocalists. From 8:00 PM to midnight\, the room sheds its weekday grit for a polished\, high-fidelity exploration of funk\, R&B\, and soul\, making it the definitive “musician’s hangout” in the neighborhood. \nThe magic of the series lies in its unpredictability and its caliber of talent. Because a different guest artist takes the lead each week\, the sound can pivot from the brassy energy of a James Brown-style funk review to the smooth\, sophisticated textures of modern neo-soul. It is a space where local legends and touring pros often drop in to sit with the band\, creating a “who’s who” environment for the San Francisco music scene. The house band is known for their “deep pocket” and the ability to back any style with technical precision and infectious joy. \nThe atmosphere at Tupelo during the Artist Series is electric yet welcoming\, drawing a diverse crowd of neighborhood regulars\, off-duty musicians\, and soul aficionados. Set against the venue’s classic red-lit stage and historic Grant Avenue backdrop\, the event offers a rare opportunity to experience an elite\, high-energy “dance party throw-down” with no cover charge. Whether you are there to dance off the weekend or simply to appreciate the highest level of local musicianship\, the Sunday Artist Series ensures that the spirit of North Beach soul remains loud and alive.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/sunday-artist-series-6/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Tupelo\, 1337 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:The Blazers
DESCRIPTION:The Blazers return to The Saloon in North Beach with a set rooted in electric West Coast and Chicago blues traditions\, maintaining the steady rhythmic feel long associated with Grant Avenue. The band features Daniel Riley on guitar and vocals\, José Simioni on guitar\, Josh Jackson on bass\, and Randy Hayes on drums\, emphasizing traditional blues shuffles and swing-based grooves.
URL:https://offbeatsf.com/event/the-blazers-8/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:The Saloon\, 1232 Grant Ave\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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