Hipsteria brings its lively blend of jazz, soul, swing, and party music to Belle Cora. Featuring “Tender Tim” on drums and vocals, the San Francisco group draws on a rotating lineup of seasoned players and a repertoire that ranges from jazz standards and blues to R&B, bossa nova, funk, and dance classics.
Caelan Cardello Trio at Black Cat brings the rising New York pianist to San Francisco for a three-night residency of sharp interplay, modern swing, and serious piano fire. Cardello has...
Marcus Shelby Quartet Celebrates Monk and Trane at Keys Jazz Bistro honors two innovators of modern jazz: pianist-composer Thelonious Monk and saxophonist John Coltrane. San Francisco bassist and bandleader Marcus...
This Saturday, join two-time Latin Grammy nominee Eddy Nadia, Pachamama band, Andean costumed dancers and special guest master violinist Georges Lammam for a magical, musical night in a historic speakeasy.
Experience the resurgence of San Francisco’s historic Chinatown nightlife at the Lion’s Den. Tucked away on Wentworth Place, this bi-level lounge and performance space blends modern cocktail culture with the East meets West spirit of the Chinatown’s golden age. Every week, the venue transforms into a unique destination for live music, featuring a rotating roster...
McCall, Hawaii’s first lady of jazz is a multi-award winning vocalist. She is heir to the vocal tradition of Sarah Vaughan, Carmen McRae and Ella Fitzgerald. Her warmth and sense...
Come dance to live Cumbia and Salsa rhythms at Local Edition!
Joe Warner Trio at Mr Tipples brings Bay Area pianist Joe Warner’s deep groove and wide-ranging jazz style to an intimate piano-trio setting. Joined by Nat Reeves on bass and...
My Dog Jack at The Deluxe brings a San Francisco folk band’s cold-coast take on western music to two shows: with Mae Powell on Friday and The Good Bad on Saturday. Drawing on years spent playing folk, jazz, and bluegrass around the Bay Area, the group has returned to songwriting with catchy original tunes, acoustic...
Caelan Cardello Trio at Black Cat brings the rising New York pianist to San Francisco for a three-night residency of sharp interplay, modern swing, and serious piano fire. Cardello has...
Pacific Drive at The Riptide brings a traditional-bluegrass set to the Ocean Beach–adjacent roots-music bar. The Riptide’s programming is particularly associated with bluegrass, honky-tonk, blues, and country, making it a...
Keeping folks up past 10 pm in SF is no easy feat, but Key’s owner Simon Rowe has been showcasing the best of the Bay Area’s organ trios in his...
Armen Krakirian is an accomplished trumpeter and private teacher based in the Bay Area, California. Holding a degree in Jazz Trumpet Performance from Oberlin Conservatory (2023), Armen's musical journey has...
Transport yourself to the Rive Gauche without leaving Fillmore Street. Chouquet's invites you to experience "Jazz on the Patio," a long-standing neighborhood tradition that pairs world-class live music with the...
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. The performance is a masterclass in Street Swing and...
Otherwise Brewing welcomes the Matt Bae Jazz Trio — led by San Francisco‑based jazz pianist Matthew Bae, whose roots in classical piano and viola, chamber music, orchestra, and American Gamelan give his playing a rich, multidimensional depth. Performing in settings from intimate duos to larger ensembles, he brings a continuous study of the jazz language...
Rumi Abe Trio at The Deluxe features San Francisco-based pianist Rumi Abe, who developed her jazz playing on Tokyo’s busy club scene before moving to the Bay Area in 2024. With bass and drums, she brings her compositions and improvisational style to an intimate piano-trio setting.
The Lucky Horseshoe hosts its long-standing Bluegrass Jam every Sunday afternoon. Unlike a typical circle jam, this is a unique performance jam where musicians take to the stage to play...
The Sunday Blues Jam at Pier 23 is the perfect way to spend a rollicking afternoon on the waterfront — anchored by the inimitable blues drummer Sean Donoghue, this open...
Live Salsa Saturdays at The Ramp bring live salsa bands to the waterfront patio every week from 4 pm to 10 pm, turning the bayside spot into one of San...
Lori Carsillo at Keys Jazz Bistro brings an intimate, understated approach to vocal jazz. The Bay Area singer draws on the Great American Songbook, shaping familiar songs with thoughtful phrasing...
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...
Twango SF plays every Sunday evening at Etcetera Wine bar. This gypsy jazz group that plays hot swing music in the style of Django Reinhardt.
Dahveed Behroozi, Thomas Morgan & Jason Lewis at Mr Tipples brings an adventurous piano trio to an intimate jazz-club setting. San Jose–based pianist and composer Behroozi joins bassist Morgan and drummer Lewis in original music that draws on jazz, classical composition, and ambient textures. Their playing gives equal weight to the shape of each piece...
