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....
Pianist, vocalist, and composer Dawn Clement is a joyful and formidable voice in modern jazz. Known for her distinctive sound and boundless versatility, she bridges lyricism and invention with ease. DownBeat writes, “The revelation is Dawn Clement’s piano, always ready with the lyricism or structure the moment needs.” Clement has performed with Jane Ira Bloom,...
Trombonist and vocalist Mike Rinta leads a horn‑driven band at The Saloon in North Beach. The lineup features Tim Eschliman on bass sax and vocals, Snakebite Jacob on tenor sax, Mike Rinta on trombone and vocals, Kevin Zuffi on keyboards and vocals, and Willy Jordan on drums and vocals. He is a Bay Area–born trombonist...
Keeping folks up past 10 pm in SF is no easy feat, but Key’s owner Simon Rowe has been showcasing the best of the Bay Area’s organ trios in his late night Saturday sets. His ‘Transcendent Trio’, formed for a “Jazz on the Patio” residency during the pandemic will feature the dynamic Kai Lyons- guitar,...
Giulio Cetto | Bass Kazemde George | Tenor Kai Lyons | Guitar Malachi Whitson | Drums Ticketed: $15-30
Sheldon Alexander is a professional drummer, educator, and composer from the bay area that specializes in Jazz, R&B, Funk, Soul and other Afro-Rooted genres. With his strong musical background, he received his undergraduate degree from the prestigious California Jazz Conservatory in Berkley, California. Through dedication, passion, and an unwavering commitment to his craft, Sheldon has...
Transport yourself to the Rive Gauche without leaving Fillmore Street. Chouquet's invites you to experience "Jazz on the Patio," a long-standing neighborhood tradition that pairs world-class live music with the breezy elegance of a classic French bistro. Set against the backdrop of one of San Francisco’s most iconic shopping corridors, this event offers a high-fidelity...
Experience the ultimate "living theater" of North Beach as The Magic School Busk takes up their weekly residency directly in front of The Red Window. Positioned at the vibrant, sun-soaked corner of Stockton and Columbus, this high-energy busking collective captures the spontaneous spirit of the neighborhood. The performance is a masterclass in Street Swing and...
The Jazz in the Alley 5th anniversary season continues with a performance by the Donald Robinson Trio in Kerouac Alley. Led by master percussionist Donald Robinson, the ensemble is recognized for an exploratory approach that balances structured composition with expansive group improvisation. A central figure in the San Francisco jazz and avant-garde scenes for decades....
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....
The Lucky Horseshoe hosts its long-standing Bluegrass Jam every Sunday afternoon. Unlike a typical circle jam, this is a unique "performance" jam where musicians take to the stage to play into microphones for a live crowd. It’s an intermediate-to-advanced level session that brings together the best of the Bay Area’s roots and bluegrass community, turning...
The Sunday Blues Jam at Pier 23 is the perfect way to spend a rollicking afternoon on the waterfront — anchored by the inimitable blues drummer Sean Donoghue, this open jam welcomes professional musicians and budding artists alike to jump in and play. Grab a drink, a bite, hit the dance floor, and bring your...