Jazz Jam Session
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.
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.
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...
Ollie Dudek's Jazz Odyssey comes to the Dawn Club — a San Francisco Bay Area native and second-generation jazz bassist with a BA in Jazz Studies from the California Jazz Conservatory, Ollie has studied and performed in New Orleans, New York, Cuba, and Brazil, bringing a rich, globe-spanning musical perspective to everything he plays. A...
Paris 75 in North Beach welcomes the Renner Jazz Quartet for an evening of velvet melodies, candlelit ambiance, and timeless jazz in an intimate, European‑style setting. With Renner on tenor saxophone and his quartet holding down regular live jazz nights at Paris 75, this ensemble brings classic small‑group jazz language to life with swinging rhythms,...
Benno Marmur brings the sophisticated swing of New York City's finest rooms to Mr. Tipple's — a highly sought-after guitarist whose career has taken him to the stages of Smalls, Jazz at Lincoln Center's Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola, The Iridium, Minton's Playhouse in Harlem, and venues across Ireland, Georgia, and beyond. A Cellar Live recording artist,...
Adam Shulman brings two decades of deep Bay Area roots to Keys Jazz Bistro — a pianist who has been a cornerstone of the San Francisco jazz scene since arriving in 2002, with a sideman resume that reads like a who's who of contemporary jazz. From Bobby Hutcherson and Larry Coryell to Stefon Harris, Miguel...
There’s a certain kind of electricity that doesn’t come from wires and screens, but from roaring musicians locked onto the same pulse, bending time until the groove feels like it shakes the earth and could stretch forever. That’s Zoo Band. Rooted in the Bay Area and built for the moment, Zoo is a soul-drenched, jam-powered collective...
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...
Austin Wazz (Austin Wasielewski) is the lead singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist of Analog Dog, a San Francisco-based psychedelic indie-disco band he co-founded with Rob Nicol, appearing at The Grove. His solo sets draw on the band's signature blend of dance-heavy grooves and socially conscious songwriting, bringing an energetic, groove-forward sound to the café's laid-back neighborhood...
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...
Join us on the patio at Capo’s for live music 6-9pm with Jose Simioni. Come grab a slice and support live music in San Francisco.
Pope Suburban brings emotionally charged, atmospheric music to Biscuits & Blues — an emerging independent artist whose raw storytelling and modern alternative sound draw from everyday experiences, late-night reflections, and the complexities of human connection. With a distinctive artistic voice and captivating live performances, Pope Suburban is carving out a unique and resonant presence in...
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 —...
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...
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...
Settle into a night of cool, sophisticated jazz with Trio Côtier at Sheba Lounge this evening! Trio Cotier is a Bay Area favorite known for their refined take on the classic jazz piano trio format. They bring an easy elegance to the room, blending equal parts swing, Latin, and traditional jazz textures. Their sound is...
Sacha Boutros known worldwide as "La Reine du Jazz" presents an evening of sophisticated swing and torch songs at the Redwood Room. The Queen of Jazz is accompanied by Tammy Lynne Hall on piano, Ron Belcher on bass, and Deszon Claiborne on drums.
Jesse Levitt brings his soulful, genre-defying sound to The Deluxe, a saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist based between Oakland and New York City who lives at the intersection of deep-rooted jazz tradition and modern exploration. Whether fronting a high-energy funk set, layering cinematic textures on the EWI, or stepping into a first-call sideman role, Levitt's playing is...
Marissa McLain and Michael Potter bring an evening of intimate, swinging jazz to Stookey's Blue Room — McLain, described as having a "warm and rich voice, with a giant sense of swing," is an emerging San Francisco vocalist whose deeply unique approach to the Great American Songbook is rooted in endless curiosity, genuine respect for...
Kathy Stephan brings torch songs, swing standards, and a touch of twang to the Comstock Saloon’s polished‑but‑raucous barroom. Her voice leans into the room’s natural reverb, floating over brushed drums, piano, and upright bass while cocktails clink and the lights stay low. Expect classic tunes, a few deep‑cut surprises, and the kind of between‑song banter...
The Hard Bop Quintet is a jazz group from the San Francisco Bay Area inspired by the fiery style of the early 1960s New York jazz scene. The group began as the brainchild of two Bay Area jazz musicians who grew up together in Santa Cruz, California: trombonist Scott Larson, and trumpeter Jay Sanders -...
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...