Leela Paymai | Bass Julian Lopez | Piano Jaycie Grady | Drums Nathan Sariowan | Violin Ethan Buck | Alto Rabiah Kabir | Flute Rabiah Kabir is a Jazz flute player who uses her instrument, skill in storytelling and unique style to bend the expectations of what “Jazz” music really is. Born and raised in...
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. For this special show, he is joined by Helen Sung, an...
Experience the uniquely Jose sound as the legendary Jose Simioni takes the stage at Tupelo. A North Beach fixture for over two decades, Simioni is a self-taught master whose playing defies easy categorization. He eschews traditional licks for a deeply personal, improvisational style that makes his guitar sing—moving seamlessly from floating, lazy melodies to a...
Michael Weiner plays the piano with his jazz group at Pier 23 Café on Thursday 4-7pm. Weiner has been playing piano since he was 3 years old. Join us for a fun night, relax with your favorite drink and grab a bite from our delicious menu. We look forward to having you with us! When...
The Rumi Abe Quartet is a contemporary jazz ensemble led by Japanese-born pianist and composer Rumi Abe. Originally from Nagoya and previously active in the Tokyo jazz scene, Abe relocated to San Francisco in late 2024, where her quartet has become a regular fixture at Bay Area jazz venues. Kasey Knudsen | Alto John...
Noel Jewkes brings the full weight of his legendary career to Keys Jazz Bistro — widely regarded as the "grandmaster of jazz tenor" and one of the godfathers of Bay Area jazz, this premier saxophonist and clarinetist has been a cornerstone of the Northern California scene for over 35 years, recording alongside Jon Hendricks, Mary...
“He’s reamplifying the tradition of jazz piano and he’s lifting up a legacy that’s the foundation for many people” -New York Times. Accomplished multi-instrumentalist Luther S. Allison has set himself apart as one of the most in-demand artists in jazz today. Forging a path on both piano and drum set, Allison cemented himself as one...
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...
Wonderful Bay Area based vocalist and performer Valeriana Quevedo returns to Specs with her band for an evening of jazz, Latin, blues and songs from the Great American Songbook.
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...
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,...
Jazz trumpeter/steelpan musician Chris Aschman enjoys a multi-faceted career as a performer, educator, studio musician, and arranger. A Baltimore native, Chris segued to Philadelphia to study jazz trumpet at the University of the Arts in 2004 and became a mainstay in the Philly scene. Since this time he has enjoyed a diverse career, having shared...
This is a high-energy quartet known for blending traditional jazz with funk, soul, and Latin rhythms. The Band: Fronted by tenor saxophonist and vocalist Scotty Silver (Scott Silverberg). The lineup typically includes John Watson (Guitar), Craig Kleinman (Bass), and Chris Gamper (Drums).
Saxophonist Howard Wiley and pianist/organist Chris Siebert are longtime collaborators and central figures in the San Francisco jazz and swing scene.
The Rumi Abe Quartet is a contemporary jazz ensemble led by Japanese-born pianist and composer Rumi Abe. Originally from Nagoya and previously active in the Tokyo jazz scene, Abe relocated to San Francisco in late 2024, where her quartet has become a regular fixture at Bay Area jazz venues. Kasey Knudsen | Alto John...
Noel Jewkes brings the full weight of his legendary career to Keys Jazz Bistro — widely regarded as the "grandmaster of jazz tenor" and one of the godfathers of Bay Area jazz, this premier saxophonist and clarinetist has been a cornerstone of the Northern California scene for over 35 years, recording alongside Jon Hendricks, Mary...
“He’s reamplifying the tradition of jazz piano and he’s lifting up a legacy that’s the foundation for many people” -New York Times. Accomplished multi-instrumentalist Luther S. Allison has set himself apart as one of the most in-demand artists in jazz today. Forging a path on both piano and drum set, Allison cemented himself as one...
San Francisco based Ned Boynton is an educator and player bringing a unique approach to jazz and live performance to the Bay Area. From 4pm-6pm our Waterfront Gallery reception features Liwei Shen's "Layered Landscapes." Join us for a night of creative expression! Bring a friend, we can’t wait to have you with us! Liwei Shen...
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...
Sylvia Cuenca is an active jazz drummer and educator based in New York City. She is well-regarded for her versatile playing style, which blends impeccable swing with an authentic feel for Latin genres. Rico Jones is a rising tenor saxophonist, composer, and bandleader originally from Denver, Colorado, currently based in Harlem, New York. He is recognized for a...
Eric and The In Crowd bring classic soul‑jazz and groove to Bird & Beckett, turning the bookshop into a late‑night listening room. Expect deep cuts and familiar favorites from the Hammond‑B3 era including Everything Happens to Me and other songs starting with E. This is an intimate set made for close‑up listening: warm bass, tight...
Tiffany Austin performs at Keys Jazz Bistro. She is a vocalist, composer, educator, and Berkeley Law Juris Doctor who has performed with luminaries such as Pharoah Sanders, Roy Ayers, John Handy, Cyrus Chestnut, and Doug Carn. Her soulful delivery and musical storytelling has brought her to stages at Birdland and Dizzy’s Den in NYC, Walt...
“He’s reamplifying the tradition of jazz piano and he’s lifting up a legacy that’s the foundation for many people” -New York Times. Accomplished multi-instrumentalist Luther S. Allison has set himself apart as one of the most in-demand artists in jazz today. Forging a path on both piano and drum set, Allison cemented himself as one...
Sylvia Cuenca is an active jazz drummer and educator based in New York City. She is well-regarded for her versatile playing style, which blends impeccable swing with an authentic feel for Latin genres. Rico Jones is a rising tenor saxophonist, composer, and bandleader originally from Denver, Colorado, currently based in Harlem, New York. He is recognized for a...