As the sun sets, join us for a spectacular performance by a 50 Piece Choir at the Winter Walk in Union Square! On Sunday, December 21, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, this large and powerful ensemble will fill the air with the transcendent sounds of the holiday season. The choir performance adds a grand,...
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.
Golden Gate Jazz is a coast-to-coast collective of college musicians reimagining modern standards, bending genres, and honoring jazz history. Led by Jonathan Hagen of NYU’s renowned jazz program - equally dangerous on sax or piano - and Sam Iannone out of Boston, whose drumming can slide, swing, or slam in any style, the group blends...
The Bay Area’s Queen Songstress will groove you through the holiday season and propel you into the New Year. Never before have the sounds of the season been so funky, fun, and fresh. Featuring all original arrangements of seasonal classics, this unique ensemble delivers a soul-steeped holiday celebration with their own flair. Join this legendary...
Wonderful Bay Area based vocalist and performer Valeriana Quevedo returns to Specs with her band for an evening of jazz, Latin, blues and songs from the Great American Songbook.
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...
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.
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...
Two blocks from Union Square. Every Sunday night is an Industry Night Blues Jam at Swig with the Emma Jean Foster Blues Band.
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...
Don't miss a chance to hear one of North Beach's most talented guitarists! Join us on Monday, December 22, for a lunchtime special with Jose Simioni. With a career spanning three decades, Jose has become a fixture in the San Francisco music scene, known for his unique and captivating style. Jose Simioni is a master...
Peter Lindman and Roger Rocha turn Monday afternoons at The Saloon into a 4–8 pm time warp of classic rock and sixties-era favorites, delivered with the easy swagger of true North Beach regulars. Armed with Peter’s ringing 12‑string acoustic and Roger’s soulful electric guitar and vocals, the duo leans into songs you know by heart—Dylan,...
Join Swing Shift at Scopo Divino as they celebrate classic American swing music, putting their unique spin on the Great American Songbook. Led by Richard Southwick on vocals and guitar, the trio features the talents of Nathan Ladyzhensky on violin and melodica, and Douglas Mandell on double bass. While their focus is on songs from...
Waystone’s jazz jam is every Monday, 6-9pm. Whether you’re a spectator, jazz lover or musician this is for you.
Flavio Souza performs weekly on Mondays at Etcetera Wine Bar. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Flavio started music at 14 years old. His main influences were great musicians such as Chick Corea, Bill Evans, Oscar Peterson, Jimmy Smith, Joey DeFrancesco, Joe Satriani, Sandro Haick and others. He is the owner of Studio Plano 7, which...
Join us for a night of world-class musicianship as GamperDrums presents ZinggFlower: a tribute to Drew Zingg, featuring Michael Emenau, Ben Misterka, Chili Corder, Sascha Jacobsen, and Chris Gamper — five acclaimed artists whose collective backgrounds span jazz, funk, world music, and improvisation. Together, they deliver a dynamic fusion of grooves, textures, and adventurous interplay...
This ensemble of accomplished and versatile musicians celebrates the music of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli’s pioneering Quintette du Hot Club de France. The HCSF borrows the instrumentation of violin, bass, and guitars from the original Hot Club while breathing new life into the music with innovative arrangements of classic tunes and original compositions from...
Silver Bell Jazz Band inspires dancers and listeners all over the Bay Area. The band specializes in ragtime, blues, swing, and dixieland from the early 20th century. They’re known for their authenticity and dedication to the craft as well as their foot-tapping energy
Step into the inner circle of the city's music scene with THE San Francisco Invitational Jam at Tupelo. Held every Monday night from 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM, this is widely considered the definitive jam session for professional players and serious students of the craft. Hosted by the "nastiest rhythm section this side of South...
The Dave Matthews Blues Band performs at The Saloon. Established in 2002 by David S. Matthews, an East Bay harmonica player (since 1982), the band plays standard blues covers such as “Sweet Home Chicago” in addition to well-known dance tunes like “I’ll Take You There,” and “Feeling Allright.” Aubrey Rose - Guitar David Matthews -...
Step back in time to the Roaring Twenties with the sophisticated sounds of Parlor Tricks at the Winter Walk in Union Square! Join us for a midday performance on Tuesday, December 23. Parlor Tricks specializes in classic Speakeasy and 1920s Jazz, transporting audiences to the elegant era of flapper dresses and swinging tunes. The band’s...
Catch some sophisticated grooves just before Christmas with the Fault Line Trio at the Winter Walk in Union Square! While their official music tags lean toward contemporary jazz, the Fault Line Trio is known for blending smooth Jazz with elements of Funk and Soul, creating a sound that is both refined and utterly groovy. Their...
GG Amos brings her west coast blues sound to the Saloon, drawing on more than 35 years as a blues guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, and arranger. A riveting performer who has played everywhere from concert halls and festivals to roadhouses, wineries, and neighborhood bars, she blends blues, jazz, funk, Latin elements, and soul jazz into a...
Keep the holiday vibes flowing with the unique sound of David Byrd and Byrds of a Feather at the Winter Walk in Union Square! Join us on Tuesday, December 23 for a performance led by saxophonist and vocalist David Byrd. Having grown up in the musical mecca of Chicago's 47th street, Byrd brings a rich...