The Door Slammers are the legendary blues-rock band founded by the late Johnny Nitro, a cornerstone of the San Francisco North Beach blues scene. Known for their gritty guitar-driven sound and soulful performances, they played regularly at The Saloon and influenced Bay Area blues for over three decades, mentoring many local musicians. The band continues...
Get ready for an electrifying midday show at the Winter Walk with the incomparable Alvon Johnson! Join us in Union Square on Wednesday, December 17 for a special performance by one of the most versatile musicians and entertainers on the scene today. Alvon Johnson is hailed around the world as the "King of the Blues"...
Wind down your Wednesday with the heartfelt sounds of We Are The Kind at the Winter Walk in Union Square! Join us on Wednesday, December 17 for a performance by this Indie Folk band and Roots Music collective hailing from San Francisco's historic North Beach neighborhood. We Are The Kind performs an up-tempo Roots blend...
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...
Big Daddy Cade and The Blues Masters are coming to SF to revive the legendary music of B.B. King. His show is the only B.B. King tribute show that the King himself has ever approved of. Big Daddy's slow, soulful playing, rising with howling passion has dancers on the dance floor moving with true feeling....
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...
Tabula Rasa -- ‘the idea that individuals are born without built-in mental content and that all knowledge is derived from experience and perception’ -- excites and invites listeners into their soundspace with music generated through connection and without pre-conceived notion. Their chemistry as collaborators shines through each members’ unique compositional voice, letting audiences in on...
Patrick Wolff is a jazz saxophone and clarinet player with a long history in the jazz scenes of New York City and San Francisco. His playing has been characterized by a focus on lyricism and an embrace of the whole lineage of jazz styles. Wolff’s bands have spent hundreds of gig honing a quirky repertoire...
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...
Join us for a high-energy evening of soulful jazz and funk with the Charles Unger Experience at Ti Piacera! Performing every other Wednesday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, the legendary San Francisco saxophonist Charles Unger brings his signature blend of passion and virtuosity to the stage. Known for his charismatic stage presence and explosive...
Pianist extraordinaire Jerome Clay will take the stage with his musical friends. Jerome Clay has performed in leading venues throughout the Boston and San Francisco Bay Areas, bringing an element of elegance and sophistication to every performance. The duo's repertoire is built on instrumental works from the Jazz tradition, showcasing Jerome's lyrical warmth and harmonic...
For over a decade we've been hosting 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. Join...
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,...
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.
Eric Shifrin, piano and vocals Rick Brown, trombone Carl Herder, bass Garry Williams, drums
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!
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.
Eric Shifrin, piano and vocals Rick Brown, trombone Carl Herder, bass Garry Williams, drums
Eric Shifrin, piano and vocals Rick Brown, trombone Carl Herder, bass Garry Williams, drums
Eric Shifrin, piano and vocals Rick Brown, trombone Carl Herder, bass Garry Williams, drums
Eric Shifrin, piano and vocals Rick Brown, trombone Carl Herder, bass Garry Williams, drums
Eric Shifrin, piano and vocals Rick Brown, trombone Carl Herder, bass Garry Williams, drums
Eric Shifrin, piano and vocals Rick Brown, trombone Carl Herder, bass Garry Williams, drums