Name: Gaucho Jazz
Start: 2026-08-28T20:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-08-28T23:00:00-07:00
Location: Comstock Saloon

August 2026
Alexandra Rieloff Quartet
August 27 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Alexandra Rieloff Quartet

Sheba Piano Lounge 1419 Filmore St, San Francisco, CA, United States
The Alexandra Rieloff Trio is a jazz ensemble appearing at Sheba Piano Lounge, led by Brooklyn-born Chilean vocalist Alexandra Rieloff, with Mark Holzinger on guitar and Rob Bassinette on bass. Drawing on the Great American Songbook alongside bossa nova and bolero influences rooted in her Latin American heritage, Rieloff brings a cinematic, emotionally textured approach to jazz standards that is both globally inspired and deeply personal.
Free
Bennett Roth Trio
August 27 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The Deluxe 1511 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Bennett Roth Trio at The Deluxe features the Bay Area pianist, composer, educator, and emcee, whose work spans jazz, soul, hip-hop, and collaborative projects. A fixture at venues including SFJAZZ and Yoshi’s, Roth brings an experienced, versatile approach shaped by his recordings and work alongside leading jazz musicians.
$10
Shangô Beat
August 27 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Shangó Beat

Amelie 1754 Polk St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Shangô Beat brings a vibrant Afro-Brazilian groove to Amelie, led by Bay Area–based percussionist, singer, and composer Marcos Odara, who grew up in Salvador, Bahia. Rooted in traditional Candomblé rhythms, the project blends samba, baião, batucada, reggae, funk, and blues into an energetic, cross-cultural sound.
Free
Hernandez Hideaway (Balkan/Klezmer)
August 27 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Hernandez Hideaway Hanukkah Party! (Balkan/Klezmer)

Specs' Twelve Adler Museum Cafe 12 Saroyan Pl, San Francisco, CA, United States
Join Oakland-based Hernandez Hideaway at Specs for Balkan beats, Klezmer stylings, goofball remixes and original tunes. Playing the Bay and beyond since 2009, this band is always working hard to find that sweet spot where traditional meets modern. Bottoms up: bass (Dan Harrison), accordion (Tim Phillips), trombone (Sam Hernandez), saxophone (Claire Phillips), and voice (Lucie Duffort).
Free
Katy Stephan
August 27 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Kathy Stephan

Comstock Saloon 155 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States
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 that makes the band feel like part of the crowd. It’s the perfect soundtrack for settling into a leather booth, ordering something stirred, and letting the night stretch out a little longer than you planned.
Free
Rotating Bands at the Lion’s Den
August 27 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Lion's Den 57 Wentworth Pl, San Francisco, CA, United States
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 of the city’s up and coming funk, soul, and R&B ensembles. The Sound: From 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, the stage belongs to a curated selection of live bands. The rotation frequently features bands such as Mark Maiden, Funky Sound Experience, Jay Neal, The Groove Foundation, […]
Free
Adam Shulman Organ Trio
August 27 @ 8:45 pm - 10:00 pm

Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Adam Shulman Organ Trio celebrates the Hammond B-3 tradition at Mr. Tipples, featuring Adam Shulman on organ, Jack Riordan on guitar, and Andre Sumelius on drums. A longtime anchor of the San Francisco jazz community, Shulman has performed with artists including Bobby Hutcherson, Miguel Zenón, Stefon Harris, Dayna Stephens, and the Glenn Miller Orchestra, while leading four albums of original music. Tickets: $15-30
$15
The Smokedaddies
August 27 @ 9:00 pm - 1:00 am

Tupelo 1337 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States
Experience the high-energy, genre-defying sound of The Smokedaddies at Tupelo. Known as the Bay Area’s premier Soul Cover Jam Band, this ensemble specializes in a kaleidoscope of musical styles, ensuring that no two performances are ever the same. From the deep grooves of Motown to the sprawling improvisations of the Grateful Dead and Phish, The Smokedaddies bring a rockin' and rollin' spirit to Grant Avenue that keeps the North Beach faithful coming back for more. The Sound: The band delivers a masterful blend of Psychedelic Rock, Soul, Blues, Jazz, and Country. Their sets are famous for being highly improvisational, often weaving […]
Free
The Coltrane Influence – Two Different Expressions ft. Wayne Escoffery & Tal Cohen
August 27 @ 9:15 pm - 10:30 pm The Coltrane Influence – Two Different Expressions ft. Wayne Escoffery & Tal Cohen

Black Cat Jazz Supper Club 400 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Black Cat presents a rare convergence of two major voices in modern jazz, each shaped by the towering legacy of John Coltrane yet speaking in distinct musical languages of their own. Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Wayne Escoffery brings a sound critics have called a "contemporary mix of Coltrane, Shorter and Henderson influences,” powerful, passionate, and unmistakably his own. Sharing the stage is Miami-based pianist Tal Cohen, also a Grammy-winning artist whose playing weaves folk melodies and classical influence into deeply personal, modern jazz harmony. Together, Escoffery and Cohen trace two divergent paths from a shared source, a saxophonist whose sound channels Coltrane's […]
$20
Wendy DeWitt
August 27 @ 9:30 pm - 1:30 am Wendy DeWitt

The Saloon 1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States
Wendy DeWitt plays boogie woogie and blues on the National and International blues scene. And you can see her at the Saloon. With Kirk Harwood, Wendy is a two-time regional winner, and International Blues Challenge Finalist. Former pianist for Hank Ballard, and 30 years of working with Chicago legend Steve Freund, Wendy has also played with, Charlie Musselwhite, Otis Rush, Big Time Sarah and Jimmy Thackery. She tours national and international festivals and is a founder of the west coast’s most established piano events including the long running Queens of Boogie Woogie and International Boogie Woogie Festival. Kirk Harwood - Drums […]
$5
David M’Ore
August 28 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm David M’Ore

The Saloon 1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States
David M’Ore is a blues-rock guitarist and vocalist based in the San Francisco Bay Area who appears at The Saloon. Born in Argentina, he blends traditional blues with British-influenced hard rock, and is known for a guitar-forward sound and gravelly vocals documented on releases such as his album "Holy Sinners & Sinful Saints."
Free
Katy Stephan
August 28 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Comstock Saloon 155 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States
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 a soundscape for cocktails or as a close‑up performance for guests who want to lean in and really listen.
Free
Austin Wazz of Analog Dog
August 28 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Austin Wazz of Analog Dog

The Grove 690 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, United States
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 atmosphere.
Free
Magic School Busk
August 28 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Magic School Busk

Red Window 500 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States
The Magic School Busk holds weekly residency directly in front of The Red Window at the corner of Stockton and Columbus. This high‑energy busking collective has become one of North Beach’s unofficial “resident joy‑makers,” blurring the line between band and audience as people pause, sing along, or dance on the sidewalk. Whether you are enjoying a gin tonic on the Red Window’s outdoor patio or just walking by with a cannoli in hand, the Busk provides a genuine North Beach experience. About The Magic School Busk Born from the city’s post-pandemic street-side revival, The Magic School Busk is a collective of veteran […]
Free
Patrick Wolff’s “Swinging Organ” Quartet
August 28 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Patrick Wolff’s Swinging Organ Quartet brings the hard-grooving sound of late-1950s and early-1960s organ jazz to Mr. Tipples. Saxophonist Wolff is joined by Adam Shulman on Hammond B-3 organ, Jack Tone Riordan on guitar, and Miles Turk on drums, drawing inspiration from classic collaborations such as Shirley Scott with Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis and Lou Donaldson with Big John Patton. Tickets: $15-30
$15
Hipsteria
August 28 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Etcetera Wine Bar 795 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Hipsteria is one of San Francisco’s favorite jazz, soul and party bands! Members of Hipsteria have included some of music’s legendary musicians! Featuring “Tender Tim” on drums and some vocals Hipsteria plays every Friday at Etcetera Wine bar.
Free
Cyril Guiraud
August 28 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cyril Guiraud

The Deluxe 1511 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Cyril Guiraud brings a truly international perspective to The Deluxe — a French-born saxophonist, producer, and composer based between San Francisco and Paris, he has recorded and performed alongside luminaries including Kenny Garrett, Mike Stern, George Clinton, Michel Petrucciani, Alpha Blondie, and Mino Cinelu, and graced stages at SF Jazz, the Monterey Jazz Festival, and Stern Grove. Currently preparing to release Outer Reach, a trio album inspired by Sonny Rollins' East Broadway Run Down, his work spans an acoustic quartet, an electroacoustic duo exploring loop-building and real-time sampling, and collaborations with Barrio Manouche — making him one of the most versatile […]
$10
The Coltrane Influence – Two Different Expressions ft. Wayne Escoffery & Tal Cohen
August 28 @ 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm The Coltrane Influence – Two Different Expressions ft. Wayne Escoffery & Tal Cohen

Black Cat Jazz Supper Club 400 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Black Cat presents a rare convergence of two major voices in modern jazz, each shaped by the towering legacy of John Coltrane yet speaking in distinct musical languages of their own. Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Wayne Escoffery brings a sound critics have called a "contemporary mix of Coltrane, Shorter and Henderson influences,” powerful, passionate, and unmistakably his own. Sharing the stage is Miami-based pianist Tal Cohen, also a Grammy-winning artist whose playing weaves folk melodies and classical influence into deeply personal, modern jazz harmony. Together, Escoffery and Cohen trace two divergent paths from a shared source, a saxophonist whose sound channels Coltrane's […]
$20
Tammy Hall -It’s All About the Groove!
August 28 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Keys Jazz Bistro 498 Broadway, San Francisco, CA, United States
Tammy Hall — It’s All About the Groove! at Keys Jazz Bistro finds the Grammy-winning pianist, composer, and educator exploring the music of Rodney Franklin, Tania Maria, Ahmad Jamal, and Angela Bofill. With more than four decades of work across jazz, blues, and musical theater, Hall brings a deeply rhythmic and expressive approach to the piano.
$40
Patrick Wolff’s “Swinging Organ” Quartet
August 28 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Patrick Wolff’s Swinging Organ Quartet brings the hard-grooving sound of late-1950s and early-1960s organ jazz to Mr. Tipples. Saxophonist Wolff is joined by Adam Shulman on Hammond B-3 organ, Jack Tone Riordan on guitar, and Miles Turk on drums, drawing inspiration from classic collaborations such as Shirley Scott with Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis and Lou Donaldson with Big John Patton. Tickets: $15-30
$15
Ron Vincent Quartet
August 28 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Bird & Beckett 653 Cheney St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Ron Vincent Quartet at Bird & Beckett features Bruce Williamson on alto sax, Ben Stolorow on piano, Peter Barshay on bass, and Ron Vincent on drums. A veteran of the New York jazz scene since 1982, Vincent leads a seasoned Bay Area group built around fluid saxophone lines, piano interplay, and a swinging acoustic rhythm section
$20
Georgia Blues Band
August 28 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Georgia Blues Band

Sheba Piano Lounge 1419 Filmore St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Georgia Blues Band at Sheba Piano Lounge brings a soulful, guitar-driven blend of traditional blues, R&B, and upbeat shuffles to the Fillmore. Led by vocalist and harmonica player Georgia Jackson, the band channels Chicago and West Coast blues traditions through groove-heavy, improvisational performances.
Free
Andean and Latin World Music Night
August 28 @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Peña Pachamama 1630 Powell St, San Francisco, United States
Two-time Latin Grammy nominee Eddy Navia and Quentin Navia are joined by master violinist Georges Lammam, dancers and dancing. Their performances blend the charango (a traditional ten-string instrument), haunting sounds of panpipes (zampoñas) and notched flutes (kena) with high-energy rhythms. You don’t need a plane ticket to experience a "little piece of South American carnaval," dedicated to the spirit of Mother Earth (Pachamama). Peña Pachamama serves an entirely plant-based and gluten-free menu. Highlights include Bolivian specialties like organic kale and quinoa salads, alongside raw and cooked vegan entrees.
$20.00
Benny Amon Trio
August 28 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm Benny Amon Trio

Stookey’s Blue Room 891 Bush St, San Francisco, CA, United States
Benny Amon brings the vibrant, emotional sounds of classic jazz trios to Stookey's Blue Room — a San Francisco-based bandleader and sideman who specializes in the rich piano trio traditions of the 1930s through 50s, drawing on the music of Ahmad Jamal, Erroll Garner, Art Tatum, Clarence Profit, and many more. Joining him are two accomplished Bay Area musicians in their own right: pianist Rumi Abe, who has made a splash on the bop and hard bop scenes, and bassist Erik Markowitz, one of the first-call bassists in the Bay Area for everything from gypsy jazz to modern jazz.
$15
Gaucho Jazz
August 28 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Comstock Saloon 155 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States
Gaucho is a masterful Bay Area band that combines the influence of gypsy jazz of 1930’s Europe with the rhythmic drive and collective improvisation of New Orleans swing music, gutbucket blues and elements of ragtime. Their sound, a uniquely American concoction, blends instrumental acuity and lighthearted humor that keep their audience coming back for more. As founder, guitarist, and main composer Dave Ricketts says, the band is “in love with the music of Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller and Jimmie Rodgers, as well as the stories, the life styles and the foot steps of hundreds of other great jazz, blues, country and […]
Free