Laura Dreyer brings a world-class voice to Mr. Tipple's Recording Studio — a New York-based saxophonist, woodwind artist, and composer originally from the San Francisco Bay Area whose catchy original compositions weave lyrical melodies with jazz and Brazilian rhythms into an exciting, contemporary sound. A seasoned recording artist with five albums as a leader —...
Rhonda Sauce brings a voice that is both timeless and unmistakably personal to Keys Jazz Bistro — an Oakland-born vocalist, arranger, composer, lyricist, and multi-instrumentalist who has quietly become one of the Bay Area's most versatile and compelling artists. As Dr. K. Nalley puts it, she "has the special voice, firmly rooted in the jazz...
Witness a true piece of San Francisco musical history as Johnny Z and the Camaros take the stage at Tupelo. If you’ve spent any time in the city’s jazz and rock circuits over the last few decades, you likely know this band; they famously served as the house band for the legendary Gold Dust Lounge...
The Joe Gloss Group brings an energetic and intimate evening of jazz to the Black Cat — led by vocalist, arranger, and bandleader Joe Gloss, based between Los Angeles and the Bay Area, the group blends classic vocal jazz and bop with contemporary ensemble writing into performances that feel both rooted in tradition and alive...
SHELDON ALEXANDER (Pop-Funk-Soul) ... a dynamic band from the California Bay Area, is captivating audienceswith their unique blend of jazz, R&B/soul, and gospel. Emerging from the heart of Oakland's music scene is Coexist — a mesmerizing cocktail of R&B and Jazz Fusion that doesn't just touch the soul, but seduces it. Orchestrated by the rhythmic genius of...
Celebrate the true heart of the neighborhood at Fish Tank Gallery for North Beach First Fridays. Located on Grant Avenue, Fish Tank Gallery—curated by the renowned Jeremy Fish—is a space dedicated to the creative pulse of North Beach, making it the perfect venue for an artist defined by his proximity and dedication to the area....
For one night at Black Cat, drummer Sheldon Alexander and his trio revisit the sounds of 2000s R&B through a jazz lens, blending improvisation, rhythm, and conversation. Rather than a or note-for-note recreation, this performance explores what happens when great songs are placed in the hands of musicians who grew up with them. Come experience...
Katy Stephan’s residency at Comstock Saloon turns the room into a small, candlelit listening space. At the piano she blends jazz‑inflected originals with reimagined standards and art‑pop tunes, her clear, expressive voice sitting right on top of the clink of glassware and low conversation. It’s an intimate, song‑forward set that feels equally at home as...
Gaea Schell and Scott Foster perform at Biordi Art Imports, bringing jazz to North Beach First Fridays. Join them for an engaging performance that blends Schell’s mastery of flute, piano, and vocals with Foster’s expressive guitar playing. Experience a night of sophisticated jazz, rich harmonies, and Latin-inspired rhythms, making for a memorable musical event at...
Jessica Loos poetry series 7pm, quilt work wall hangings and artistry by Marylyn Tescani. Poetry reading and music in front of Macchiarini Creative Design. Follow the poets up to Coit Tower at 9pm or stick around for the Black Diamond Band at 10pm. Want to know more about the North Beach Poetry Crawl? Check out...
Julie and the Warm Bodies bring their hip-swinging blend of pop, soul, R&B, and indie to Otherwise Brewing for North Beach First Fridays — a 6-piece Bay Area band with a truly global footprint, drawing members from Ohio, Malaysia, India, the UK, Florida, and South Carolina, all united by a shared passion for original music...
Experience the unique sound of San Francisco-based guitarist and educator, Ned Boynton. Recognized in Scott Yanow's book, “The Great Jazz Guitarists the Ultimate Guide”, Ned brings a distinctive and highly respected approach to the instrument. His impressive career includes performances with jazz legends like Les Paul, Bucky Pizzarelli, Howard Alden, and Bruce Forman, showcasing his...