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Together, this trio forms an ensemble that not only honors the rich legacy of jazz but also adds a contemporary flair to the San Francisco's musically historic ambiance.
Together, this trio forms an ensemble that not only honors the rich legacy of jazz but also adds a contemporary flair to the San Francisco's musically historic ambiance.
Alice Coltrane blended African American spirituality with East Indian devotional traditions, creating music that is soaring, grounded, and profoundly moving. This evening we honor her musical genius with a program inspired by her transcendent sound and spiritual vision. Tammy L. Hall Piano & Vocals Sundra Manning Hammond B3 Kevin Goldberg Contra Bass Elé Howell Drums...
Bay Area blues dynamo JC Smith is an award-winning guitarist, singer, and bandleader celebrated for his electrifying Gibson 335 tone and soulful stage presence. A fixture of the blues scene, he brings passion, power, and charisma every time he hits the stage. Smith has toured extensively across the U.S. and Europe, sharing bills with icons...
Martin Luther McCoy is a visionary soul singer who blends traditional jazz, funk, rock, and soul music into a fluid, electrifying sound. His vibe is a liquid-cooled, versatile funk. His powerful voice has led him to perform as the frontman for SFJAZZ Collective and The Roots and was recently featured at Mt. Tamalpais Sound Summit’s...
YOSHINOBU TAKEDA, a.k.a. TAKEZO, was born in Kagawa, Japan, and grew up in Kyoto. Takezo began singing in bands and composing music at the age of 12. Among his earliest influences were American movie soundtracks, The Beatles, and Otis Redding. His instincts brought him to San Francisco, California in 1985 to pursue a career in...
Silver Bell Jazz Band is a San Francisco-based ensemble dedicated to the authentic sounds of early New Orleans jazz, ragtime, and swing. Founded in 2016 by multi-instrumentalist and dance instructor Ryan Calloway, the band combines period-correct style with professional versatility, performing for festivals, swing dance events, and private events across California. Ryan Calloway | Reeds,...
Early exposure to jazz through educational programs (b.1979 SF, CA) allowed Luke to participate in the Monterey Jazz Festival, and the Grammy in the Schools programs as part of the San Francisco Jazz Festival. In the years following those early days Luke has secured his reputation as a first call Jazz guitar player in the...
North Beach New Orleans
This San Franciscan blueswoman is a forerunner for female musicians who write their own rules. She is an inimitable performer with her virtuosic guitar skills, husky contralto, and powerful stage presence. Pat Wilder is a renowned San Francisco blues, gospel, and soulful jazz guitarist and vocalist known for her dynamic performances and virtuosic guitar skills....
Matt Wong | Piano Mike Quigg | Drums John Palowich | Sax Eytan Schillinger-Hyman | Bass
Radio Sophia is an instrumental musical collaboration between David Boyce (Saxophones, Loops, Effects) and Michael Cavaseno (Guitar, Loops, Effects) who carry on the torch for Zori Marinova as she moved back to her native Bulgaria. The trio's sound can be described as Groovy, Soulful Mix of Jazz, Pop, RnB and World Music. And plays weekly...
Earl Thomas Bluestory Telling A New Story About the Blues Step into Bluestory — the electrifying new production by Earl Thomas Created exclusively for the Biscuits & Blues intimate cabaret setting, Thomas strips the blues to its bare soul and rebuilds it as pure theatre. With acoustic slide guitar, stand up bass, drums, and harmonica,...
Marcus Shelby and his Sextet return to Keys Jazz Bistro for Conversation: The Language of Charles Mingus — a powerful deep dive into the creative life of one of the greatest artists of the 20th century, featuring rarely performed Mingus compositions from 1950–1960, excerpts from Beneath the Underdog, and commentary by bandleader and bassist Marcus...
Martin Luther McCoy is a visionary soul singer who blends traditional jazz, funk, rock, and soul music into a fluid, electrifying sound. His vibe is a liquid-cooled, versatile funk. His powerful voice has led him to perform as the frontman for SFJAZZ Collective and The Roots and was recently featured at Mt. Tamalpais Sound Summit’s...
Matt Wong | Piano Mike Quigg | Drums John Palowich | Sax Eytan Schillinger-Hyman | Bass
Bohemian Knuckleboogie is a unique San Francisco an eclectic and high-octane mix of Blues, Funk, and Neo-soul playing weekly Sundays at Sheba Piano Lounge. Featuring Elaine Alt on Saxophone, Miles Spearman on Trumpet, Rob Bassinette on Bass, and Gary Williams on Drums. Bohemian Knuckleboogie carries on the torch for former band lead RIP Mike Pitre’s...
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.
Step into the vibrant heart of San Francisco's Chinatown and discover Lion's Den Bar and Lounge, your ultimate destination for electrifying nightlife and unforgettable experiences. With an irresistible fusion of Asian-inspired cocktails, pulsating beats, and a captivating ambiance, Lion's Den sets the stage for a night you won't soon forget.
Azure 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 of humor fuel every interpretation. After releasing her first CD ‘Body and Soul’ she was asked by the great bassist Ray Brown to be...
Come dance to live Cumbia and Salsa rhythms!
Matei Predescu is a Romanian-American pianist, keyboardist, composer, and improviser whose omnivorous musical pursuits range from their modern jazz and creative music project “Fictions/Ficțiuni” to experimental noise and electronic ambient projects. Born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, Matei’s original music explores themes of cultural memory, generational trauma, and Romanian American identity through...
Marcus Shelby and his Sextet return to Keys Jazz Bistro for Conversation: The Language of Charles Mingus — a powerful deep dive into the creative life of one of the greatest artists of the 20th century, featuring rarely performed Mingus compositions from 1950–1960, excerpts from Beneath the Underdog, and commentary by bandleader and bassist Marcus...
Earl Thomas Bluestory Telling A New Story About the Blues Step into Bluestory — the electrifying new production by Earl Thomas Created exclusively for the Biscuits & Blues intimate cabaret setting, Thomas strips the blues to its bare soul and rebuilds it as pure theatre. With acoustic slide guitar, stand up bass, drums, and harmonica,...
Martin Luther McCoy is a visionary soul singer who blends traditional jazz, funk, rock, and soul music into a fluid, electrifying sound. His vibe is a liquid-cooled, versatile funk. His powerful voice has led him to perform as the frontman for SFJAZZ Collective and The Roots and was recently featured at Mt. Tamalpais Sound Summit’s...