The Lisa Kindred Band carries on the spirit and repertoire of beloved Mill Valley–based blues, folk, and rock singer Lisa Kindred, whose roots stretch from the 1960s Greenwich Village folk scene to decades shaping the Bay Area blues community. At The Saloon, the band keeps her legacy alive with sets steeped in classic blues, roots,...
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.
Looking for the perfect weekly escape? Join us at Scopo Divino as we welcome Le Jazz Hot, playing live every week! Le Jazz Hot is comprised of members from the internationally renowned Hot Club of San Francisco. These musicians are masters of Gypsy Jazz, a truly unique and joyful style pioneered by the legendary Django...
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...
Santa Clara guitarist fusing blues, gospel & soul. With decades of chops & work with Johnny Hooker Jr., his solo delivers fiery live shows.
The Tomoko Funaki Hard Bop Collective is a San Francisco-based jazz ensemble founded in 2011 by bassist Tomoko Funaki. The group is known for its "energetic, swinging, intelligent, and fun" performances that remain firmly rooted in the hard bop tradition Jesse Levit | Alto Jordan Samuels | Guitar Tomoko Funaki | Bass Tony Johnson | Drums
Robert Kennedy is a Hammond organist, pianist, and accordionist born and raised in the American South and resident in the Bay Area since 1988. He has released two albums as a bandleader on Hammond Organ; his 2018 album “Closer to Home” was widely heard, peaking at #1 on RMR’s jazz chart. Robert’s Quartet is built...
Midweek just got a whole lot deeper. JaZzLine INSTITUTE presents The Soul Sessions: an electrifying live music series bringing the Bay Area’s finest to the stage at Black Cat every Wednesday night, March through May. For just $10 cash, experience world-class musicianship up close in an intimate setting where jazz, soul, gospel, funk, and R&B...
Break up the work week with an evening of live jazz at Ti Piacera! Every Wednesday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, this cozy Polk Street destination hosts a rotating selection of talented local jazz ensembles. While the specific band changes from week to week, you can always expect a high-quality musical experience featuring some...
Sheba Piano Lounge in the historic Fillmore District welcomes the fabulous Sharman Duran for an evening of piano and vocals on elegant renditions of standards and original jazz songs, set against the intimate, candlelit backdrop once known as the Harlem of the West. Described as a later‑day Blossom Dearie, Duran is a spirited jazz vocalist...
For over a decade Otherwise Brewing has hosted Beer with Soul with the mega talented Booker D. It's the perfect way to split your week -- vibe out to some soul/funk/r&b classics on 45rpm, sip a delish GF bevvie, nosh on a yummy hot dog, and take a load off in the company of friends....
Paris 75’s rotating jazz bands turn this corner of North Beach into a little slice of the Left Bank. Each week a different small ensemble—trios, quartets, and vocal groups—leans into swing, standards, and café‑style jazz that pairs naturally with wine, cocktails, charcuterie, and late‑night conversation. The vibe is intimate and unhurried: close‑up solos, brushed drums,...
Turn your midweek slump into a vibe at Persona SF! Every Wednesday at 8 PM, the Magic School Busk brings an electrifying fusion of Funk, Soul, Latin, Afro, and more to keep the energy high all night long. Let the rhythm elevate your evening as this dynamic collective delivers a genre-blending experience that’s impossible to...
This is a drop in jazz jam session, led by rotating musicians. Come catch the next generation of jazz cats and be transported back in time to the 1920’s.
Various young Bay Area musicians come together for live Jazz at Local Edition!
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...
Christopher Gamper, an immensely versatile, dynamic, and talented drummer who goes way beyond genres and stylistic boundaries. About his performance: Gamper’s versatility, dynamics, passion, and precision were on full display. He is clearly a formidable collaborator, a chameleon who ingeniously adapts and shapes the music and mood of the song in symbiotic relationship to the...
The Tomoko Funaki Hard Bop Collective is a San Francisco-based jazz ensemble founded in 2011 by bassist Tomoko Funaki. The group is known for its "energetic, swinging, intelligent, and fun" performances that remain firmly rooted in the hard bop tradition Jesse Levit | Alto Jordan Samuels | Guitar Tomoko Funaki | Bass Tony Johnson | Drums
Robert Kennedy is a Hammond organist, pianist, and accordionist born and raised in the American South and resident in the Bay Area since 1988. He has released two albums as a bandleader on Hammond Organ; his 2018 album “Closer to Home” was widely heard, peaking at #1 on RMR’s jazz chart. Robert’s Quartet is built...
Celestial Hotties Art Collective is a Multi Media art collective led by Simon Petty and Simone Gage. The band revolves around a groove-oriented core, Black American Music, funk, soul, and RnB drive the ship. Celestial Hotties features the Bay Area’s premier players - Rocco Rizzi, Madison Bohrer and Cyril Grimsich complete the band along with Simon, who...
The Door Slammers bring classic North Beach blues-rock back to the Saloon, carrying on the legacy of their founder, the late Johnny Nitro, a cornerstone of the San Francisco blues scene for over three decades. Known for their gritty, guitar-driven sound and passionate live shows, the band continues the tradition that helped shape and mentor...
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...
Viajó de la Música brings a traveling soundtrack of Latin jazz, boleros to the intimate wine‑bar glow of Scopo Divino. Led by saxophonist Renner, this jazz quartet moves effortlessly from bossa and samba to slow‑dance ballads, weaving guitars, percussion, and rich vocals into one continuous journey. Expect romantic melodies, hypnotic grooves, and a set list...
Amina Goodyear teaches Middle Eastern Dance 6:30PM Georges Lammam Ensemble performs
Maralisa & The Starlight Martinis is a San Francisco-based jazz quartet led by vocalist Maralisa Simmons-Cook. The group is known for a repertoire that blends classic jazz standards, bossa nova, and throwback soul, drawing inspiration from vocal icons like Nina Simone and Julie London.