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...
“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...
“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...
“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...
Tammy Hall is an acclaimed jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader whose work blends swing, blues, gospel, and modern jazz. A vital force on the San Francisco Bay Area scene for decades, Hall is known for her deep groove, lyrical touch, and collaborative spirit. She has led multiple ensembles, recorded widely, and is celebrated as both a...
“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...
Tammy Hall is an acclaimed jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader whose work blends swing, blues, gospel, and modern jazz. A vital force on the San Francisco Bay Area scene for decades, Hall is known for her deep groove, lyrical touch, and collaborative spirit. She has led multiple ensembles, recorded widely, and is celebrated as both a...
“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...
Join us for an evening with Suzanne Ramsey, a.k.a. "Kitten on the Keys" Her songbook is deep and wide. Pianist, accordionist, and singer she plays a delicious smorgasbord of styles and eras. Kitschy cabaret originals, bawdy blues, unexpected covers and forgotten gems of yesteryear! Swing on by to enjoy this night with Kitten on the...
Ian Carey | Trumpet Kasey Knudsen | Alto saxophone Joyce Todd McBride | Piano Stacy Starkweather | Bass Scott Amendola | Drums Joyce Todd McBride is a pianist, composer, singer and arranger from Berkeley, California. Withwide-ranging interests and a musical background to match, Joyce is delighted to share her newjazz album The Night-time Violets Bloom...
Ian Carey | Trumpet Kasey Knudsen | Alto saxophone Joyce Todd McBride | Piano Stacy Starkweather | Bass Scott Amendola | Drums Joyce Todd McBride is a pianist, composer, singer and arranger from Berkeley, California. Withwide-ranging interests and a musical background to match, Joyce is delighted to share her newjazz album The Night-time Violets Bloom...
Dennis Palmieri at Sheba Piano Lounge brings his “Pop Piano Cabaret” to the Fillmore, shifting the room’s usual focus on jazz and blues toward a warm, singer‑songwriter sensibility rooted in 70s and 80s pop. His sets move through piano‑driven renditions of iconic soft‑rock favorites—think Billy Joel, Cat Stevens, James Taylor—alongside original songs from his debut...
Caelan Cardello has played on stages from Dizzy’s Club to the Newport Jazz Festival and performed with Christian McBride, Joe Farnsworth, Jimmy Cobb and Cecile McLorin Salvant. One of five finalists in the 2023 American Pianists Association Jazz competition, Caelan graduated from William Paterson University with a bachelor’s in jazz performance just graduated with his...
Pianist Joe Warner is setting the Bay Area jazz scene on fire. Known for his captivating style and electrifying performances, he’s worked as pianist and musical director for legendary vocalist The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol for over 10 years and leads the charge with his own Joe Warner Trio while sharing stages and studios with icons like...
Caelan Cardello has played on stages from Dizzy’s Club to the Newport Jazz Festival and performed with Christian McBride, Joe Farnsworth, Jimmy Cobb and Cecile McLorin Salvant. One of five finalists in the 2023 American Pianists Association Jazz competition, Caelan graduated from William Paterson University with a bachelor’s in jazz performance just graduated with his...
Pianist Joe Warner is setting the Bay Area jazz scene on fire. Known for his captivating style and electrifying performances, he’s worked as pianist and musical director for legendary vocalist The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol for over 10 years and leads the charge with his own Joe Warner Trio while sharing stages and studios with icons like...
Caelan Cardello has played on stages from Dizzy’s Club to the Newport Jazz Festival and performed with Christian McBride, Joe Farnsworth, Jimmy Cobb and Cecile McLorin Salvant. One of five finalists in the 2023 American Pianists Association Jazz competition, Caelan graduated from William Paterson University with a bachelor’s in jazz performance just graduated with his...
Caelan Cardello has played on stages from Dizzy’s Club to the Newport Jazz Festival and performed with Christian McBride, Joe Farnsworth, Jimmy Cobb and Cecile McLorin Salvant. One of five finalists in the 2023 American Pianists Association Jazz competition, Caelan graduated from William Paterson University with a bachelor’s in jazz performance just graduated with his...
Caelan Cardello has played on stages from Dizzy’s Club to the Newport Jazz Festival and performed with Christian McBride, Joe Farnsworth, Jimmy Cobb and Cecile McLorin Salvant. One of five finalists in the 2023 American Pianists Association Jazz competition, Caelan graduated from William Paterson University with a bachelor’s in jazz performance just graduated with his...
Caelan Cardello has played on stages from Dizzy’s Club to the Newport Jazz Festival and performed with Christian McBride, Joe Farnsworth, Jimmy Cobb and Cecile McLorin Salvant. One of five finalists in the 2023 American Pianists Association Jazz competition, Caelan graduated from William Paterson University with a bachelor’s in jazz performance just graduated with his...
Kitten on the Keys is the stage name of Suzanne Ramsey, a San Francisco-based cabaret performer, singer, and multi-instrumentalist known for her vintage-inspired "hodge-podge" of kitschy cabaret originals, bawdy blues, and forgotten gems from the 1920s.
Rumi Abe, a pianist from Nagoya, Japan, began playing Electone at age 4 and studying music theory and composition at Yamaha Music School. She refined her jazz skills under the mentorship of legends Fumio Karashima and Josh Nelson, performing over 200 shows annually across Tokyo. In 2022, she released her debut album with her trio....
Chris Burns is an American pianist, organist, songwriter, and producer whose deep roots in blues, soul, and R&B have made him a sought-after collaborator for more than three decades. A core member of The Lucky Losers for over ten years, Burns co-writes extensively with Cathy Lemons and Phil Berkowitz and has appeared on all six...
Berkeley native Ethan Ostrow returns to the Bay from Minneapolis, where he has established himself as a leading voice in the jazz and original music scenes. Ethan’s music draws influence from rock and folk music, and is “dynamic, passionate, and gorgeous” (East Bay Express). Ethan’s credits include Dayna Stephens, Kellin Hanas, Nick Marziani, and contestants of...
Berkeley native Ethan Ostrow returns to the Bay from Minneapolis, where he has established himself as a leading voice in the jazz and original music scenes. Ethan’s music draws influence from rock and folk music, and is “dynamic, passionate, and gorgeous” (East Bay Express). Ethan’s credits include Dayna Stephens, Kellin Hanas, Nick Marziani, and contestants of...