David M’Ore is a high-energy blues-rock guitarist and vocalist based in the San Francisco Bay Area, known for his virtuosic guitar style, raspy vocals, and explosive performances. Born in Argentina, he blends traditional blues with British neoclassical hard rock influences. His acclaimed album "Holy Sinners & Sinful Saints" showcases his instrumental mastery and passionate sound.
Katy Stephan is a pianist, vocalist, and composer. She has composed and performed live original music for theatre (Porchlight Theatre, Word For Word, Upon These Boards, Azeotrope Theatre), dance (Project Agora, Copious Dance, Theatre, Counterpointe, and Requisite Dance), as well as burlesque and circus. A collection of original songs that Katy recorded at home for...
Experience the ultimate "living theater" of North Beach as The Magic School Busk takes up their weekly residency directly in front of The Red Window. Positioned at the vibrant, sun-soaked corner of Stockton and Columbus, this high-energy busking collective captures the spontaneous spirit of the neighborhood. The performance is a masterclass in Street Swing and...
New Orleans-based vocalist, bandleader, and arranger Anna Laura Quinn is known for her particular blend of contemporary jazz, reworked gems from the American Songbook, French and Brazilian music, and more, all delivered with style, sensitivity, emotional power, and a joie de vivre that recalls the charm and mystique of a bygone era. A 2021 graduate...
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.
Silver Bell Jazz Band is a San Francisco-based ensemble dedicated to the authentic sounds of early New Orleans jazz, ragtime, and swing. Founded in 2016 by multi-instrumentalist and dance instructor Ryan Calloway, the band combines period-correct style with professional versatility, performing for festivals, swing dance events, and private events across California. Ryan Calloway | Reeds,...
Bay Area blues dynamo JC Smith is an award-winning guitarist, singer, and bandleader celebrated for his electrifying Gibson 335 tone and soulful stage presence. A fixture of the blues scene, he brings passion, power, and charisma every time he hits the stage. Smith has toured extensively across the U.S. and Europe, sharing bills with icons...
Alice Coltrane blended African American spirituality with East Indian devotional traditions, creating music that is soaring, grounded, and profoundly moving. This evening we honor her musical genius with a program inspired by her transcendent sound and spiritual vision. Tammy L. Hall Piano & Vocals Sundra Manning Hammond B3 Kevin Goldberg Contra Bass Elé Howell Drums...
Martin Luther McCoy is a visionary soul singer who blends traditional jazz, funk, rock, and soul music into a fluid, electrifying sound. His vibe is a liquid-cooled, versatile funk. His powerful voice has led him to perform as the frontman for SFJAZZ Collective and The Roots and was recently featured at Mt. Tamalpais Sound Summit’s...
The Georgia Blues Band brings its soulful, guitar-driven sound to Sheba Piano Lounge in the Fillmore District. Performing in a space known for preserving the musical heritage of the neighborhood, the band offers a high-energy set that fits the lounge’s relaxed, candlelit atmosphere. The Sound: A mix of traditional blues, soulful R&B, and upbeat shuffles....
Silver Bell Jazz Band is a San Francisco-based ensemble dedicated to the authentic sounds of early New Orleans jazz, ragtime, and swing. Founded in 2016 by multi-instrumentalist and dance instructor Ryan Calloway, the band combines period-correct style with professional versatility, performing for festivals, swing dance events, and private events across California. Ryan Calloway | Reeds,...
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,"...
