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 the High Noon Drifters. Come grab a slice and support live music in San Francisco.
Jeff Denson | Bass Michael Echaniz | Piano Paul Hanson | Basson Deszon Claiborne | Drums Paul Hanson is internationally known as a top jazz bassoonist performing and recording with Bela Fleck and the Flecktones, Jon Batiste, Billy Cobham, Taylor Eigsti, Wayne Shorter, Randy Brecker, Billy Childs, Billy Higgins, Brian Blade, Jonas Hellborg, Charlie Hunter,...
Patrick Wolff-saxophones Edward Simon- piano Marcos Varela- bass Jerome Gillespie- drums Patrick Wolff is a 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. For this special...
PHER Sings the Blues. Standards. Stories. Songs reborn in jazz. Joined by a trio of master musicians, PHER revisits the music that raised him — honouring legacy, fatherhood, and the blues at the center of it all. Band Lineup: Pher, vocals Kev Choice, piano Marcus Shelby, upright bass Malachi Whitson, drums
Zach Sanders brings expressive, melody-forward guitar to Amélie for an intimate evening of modern jazz, pop, and groove-based instrumentals. With a warm touch, clear tone, and a focus on lyrical improvisation, he creates songs and reimagined standards that feel both familiar and fresh, equally suited to attentive listening or a relaxed glass of wine with...
“It’s vaudevillian in its delivery, dark and soaring at once.” - SF Fun Cheap Parlor Tricks is the world's first and foremost industrial ragtime band, a hot-music quartet led with sultry vocals, resonator guitar, upright bass and horn or drums. The music is a mix of swing, jazz standards, vaudeville and originals -- all distinguished...
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...
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...
Over the past 12 years, Jonathan Seiberlich has become a prominent member of the San Francisco Bay Area’s vibrant music scene. On any given night you may hear him perform with the San Francisco Symphony, the Nomad Session Wind Octet, Jazz Mafia collective, Circus Bella, and Kyle Athayde Dance Party. Jonathan has also performed alongside...
Chris Siebert on the Hammond Organ and the legendary saxophonist Jules Broussard! Prepare to be transported into a "Twin Peaks" dreamscape of deep red lighting and vintage curiosities at The Royal Cuckoo Organ Lounge. This evening features a rare, high-fidelity collaboration between two of San Francisco’s most respected jazz and blues veterans. With the house...
GamperDrums appears at Local Edition in a trio format, joined by Cody Anderson on guitar and Gary Brown on bass. Together, they present a set that draws on the jazz tradition while adding a contemporary angle suited to the venue’s historic San Francisco setting.
Patrick Wolff-saxophones Edward Simon- piano Marcos Varela- bass Jerome Gillespie- drums Patrick Wolff is a 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. For this special...
Inner-State 80’s brings a full-throttle retro dance party to Tupelo from 9pm–1am, serving up the big hooks, synths, and guitar riffs that defined the decade. Specializing in faithful, high-energy takes on classic 80s hits, the band turns the room into an all-night singalong, with plenty of anthems for the dance floor and deep cuts for...
NIKO JET & The Bad Thoughts are rocking a JAM NIGHT on Thursday Night! It's a genre-bending amalgamation of Rock, Reggae, Gypsy Jazz, Americana, and Grunge. Fronted by Niko Jet’s dark, witty songwriting and deep, gravelly voice, the band pairs haunting melodic moments with high-energy arrangements. Whether driving hard or pulling listeners inward, The Bad Thoughts deliver a...
PHER Sings the Blues. Standards. Stories. Songs reborn in jazz. Joined by a trio of master musicians, PHER revisits the music that raised him — honouring legacy, fatherhood, and the blues at the center of it all. Band Lineup: Pher, vocals Kev Choice, piano Marcus Shelby, upright bass Malachi Whitson, drums
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...
Join Waystone for North Beach First Fridays as they feature the works of local artist Kevin Figueroa. Located on Market Street at the edge of the Financial District and North Beach, Waystone pairs its curated selection of beer and wine with a focus on contemporary Bay Area art. Figueroa’s work provides a sharp, intellectual aesthetic...
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....
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...
Starry Skemes, featuring San Francisco multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, improviser, modular synthesist, and visual artist J. Lee, plays Otherwise Brewing on Friday, May 1 from 5–7pm as part of First Fridays in North Beach. As a member of the indie psych rock band Starry Skemes and the experimental rock band Warm Spell, with past projects including The...
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...
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...
Pop by Live Worms and Professor Seagull’s Smartshop for the North Beach First Fridays Art walk featuring work by various local artists and featuring works by John Folan. Inside the Smartshop, the gallery walls are covered in psychedelic light green and yellow wallpaper — vibrant, but still perfectly balanced to receive and highlight artwork of...