Flavio Souza performs weekly on Mondays at Etcetera Wine bar. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Flavio started music at 14 years old. His main influences were great musicians such as Chick Corea, Bill Evans, Oscar Peterson, Jimmy Smith, Joey DeFrancesco, Joe Satriani, Sandro Haick and others. He is the owner of Studio Plano 7, which...

Join us for a night of captivating live music as GamperDrums presents a stellar ensemble featuring Brian Pardo on guitar, John R. Burr on piano, Marina Crouss on vocals, Ruth Davies on bass, and Chris Gamper on drums. Blending elements of jazz, soul, and improvisational music, this dynamic group delivers expressive grooves, rich harmonies, and...

Barbary Coast Jazz Band performs every other Monday! Bob Schulz - Lead/Cornet Don Neely - Reeds Clint Baker - Trombone Bill Reinhart - Tuba Scott Anthony - Banjo Marty Eggers - Piano

"Gaea is quite a multi-talented pianist/flautist/vocalist/composer/arranger/bandleader, with a wonderfully compelling gift for jazz, ballads, and Brazilian-flavored music" -Benny Green Gaea Schell is a graduate of both acclaimed McGill University in Montreal and Vermont College of Fine Arts and spent time in New York as a recipient of a Canada Council for the Arts grant studying...

John Palowitch | Sax & FX Kevin Person | Piano Issac Coyle | Bass Jaycie Grady | Drums John Palowitch is among the most sought-after saxophonists on the Bay Area music scene. As a solely-alto saxophonist who can usually be found feeding his sound through guitar pedals, John brings a unique force to every stage...

Electrifying, Innovative, Soulful GG Amos has entertained audiences her entire life, but she’s made blues and blues guitar her specialty for the past 35 years. Concert halls, nightclubs, roadhouses, restaurants, festivals, parties, wineries, weddings and wakes she’s played them all! She’s known as a riveting, electrifying performer and unique songwriter and arranger, focusing on the...

Step into the "Golden Era" of Italian music with The Mina Project at the historic North Beach Restaurant. This unique musical tribute celebrates the life and legacy of Mina Mazzini (popularly known as Mina), Italy’s most prolific and iconic singer of the modern era. Set against the restaurant’s white tablecloths and legendary "prosciutto-vault" history, the...

Transport yourself to a 1930s sidewalk café in Montmartre as North Beach Django takes residency at Paris 75 every Tuesday. Located on the edge of the historic Broadway corridor, this charming French lounge provides the perfect backdrop for the "Hot Club" sound. With its selection of authentic French cocktails and wines, the venue feels less...

Live every Tuesday exclusively at Local Edition! The Local Edition Jazz Orchestra is a diverse group of long-time friends that have played alongside one another for years. The ensemble ranges from having as little as 8 to as many as 18 participants performing with occasional guest singers such as Billy Valentine, Bud E. Luv (aka...

Jose Simioni Trio's live performance at The Saloon from 4:30pm to 6:30pm with Dylan Garrison on drums and Tony Stead on the organ.

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 the East Bay, Rabiah draws from her lived experience as a mixed Black woman to create music that is meditative, contemplative and conceptual. For...

For this performance,the Trio breaks from its late night routine to create some midweek magic at Keys! Come hear Keys owner, Simon Rowe with two of the Bay Area’s finest. His ‘Transcendent Trio’, formed for a “Jazz on the Patio” residency during the pandemic will feature the dynamic Dave Macnab-Guitar, the ebullient Brian Fishler-drums and...

The Ian Alexander Trio brings a touch of refined elegance to the Sheba Piano Lounge on Wednesday, January 21st, from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Known for his lyrical touch and tasteful arrangements, pianist Ian Alexander leads an ensemble that perfectly bridges the gap between classic jazz standards and contemporary exploration. Set within the warm,...

Lucas Davis | Trumpet Michael Potter | Piano Alan Jones | Bass Miles Turk | Drums Raised in Oakland and immersed in the Bay Area’s vibrant music community, 20 yr old band leader and drummer Miles Turk seeks to share the love that Black American Music carries. Having grown up with a heavyweight Bay Area...

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This is a drop in jazz jam session, led by rotating musicians. Come catch the next generation of jazz cats and be transported back in time to the 1920’s.

The Peninsula Project brings a high-energy, "jumpin’" jazz experience to the historic Comstock Saloon every Wednesday from 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Led by pianist and vocalist Eric Shifrin, this quartet specializes in a blend of swing, stride, and classic jazz that feels perfectly at home in one of the city’s oldest and most atmospheric...

Tomoko Funaki was born in Japan into a musical family. Following in the footsteps of her parents, both musicians, she studied classical violin and flute. A move to New York exposed her to a broad range of musical genres but she found herself increasingly drawn towards jazz. After moving to San Francisco in 2002, she...

Arthur Khu is a world-renowned pianist whose remarkable virtuosity and artistry draw inspiration from jazz legends like Keith Jarrett, Herbie Hancock, and Chick Corea, as well as classical composers such as Chopin and Debussy. He's also a prolific composer whose style blends Wayne Shorter's post-bop sensibilities with elements of Brahms and Rachmaninoff. Collaborating with some...

Lucas Davis | Trumpet Michael Potter | Piano Alan Jones | Bass Miles Turk | Drums Raised in Oakland and immersed in the Bay Area’s vibrant music community, 20 yr old band leader and drummer Miles Turk seeks to share the love that Black American Music carries. Having grown up with a heavyweight Bay Area...

For this performance,the Trio breaks from its late night routine to create some midweek magic at Keys! Come hear Keys owner, Simon Rowe with two of the Bay Area’s finest. His ‘Transcendent Trio’, formed for a “Jazz on the Patio” residency during the pandemic will feature the dynamic Dave Macnab-Guitar, the ebullient Brian Fishler-drums and...

Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman | Piano Stephane Clement | Trumpet Eytan Schillinger-Hyman | Bass Mike Mitchell | Drums

Trinidad born Etienne Charles is a performer, composer and storyteller, who is constantly searching for untold tales and sounds with which to tell them. His lush trumpet sound, varied compositional textures and pulsating percussive grooves enable him to invoke trance, soothing and exciting listeners while referencing touchy and sometimes controversial subjects in his music. Highlighting...

Immerse yourself in a sophisticated blend of smooth melodies and Latin-inspired rhythms as the Alexandra Rieloff Triotakes the stage at Sheba Piano Lounge on Thursday, January 22nd, from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Known for her versatile background as a filmmaker and choreographer, Brooklyn-born Chilean vocalist Alexandra Rieloff brings a unique, cinematic elegance to her...

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Fantastic North Beach based jazz and blues guitarist Jose Simioni brings his trio to Specs! With a career spanning three decades and performances in renowned venues, Jose's music captivates audiences with his distinctive style and heartfelt melodies. He came to SF from Washington D.C. for a couple of days with the essentials - “a guitar,...

Introducing The Verve Quintet, The Bay Area’s hottest new jazz ensemble! Celebrating the effervescent sound of the 1960’s hard bop era. In addition to performing their own original compositions they honor the great jazz artists like Horace Silver, Freddie Hubbard, Art Blakey, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Lee Morgan to name a few. The Verve...

Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman | Piano Stephane Clement | Trumpet Eytan Schillinger-Hyman | Bass Mike Mitchell | Drums

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...

Trinidad born Etienne Charles is a performer, composer and storyteller, who is constantly searching for untold tales and sounds with which to tell them. His lush trumpet sound, varied compositional textures and pulsating percussive grooves enable him to invoke trance, soothing and exciting listeners while referencing touchy and sometimes controversial subjects in his music. Highlighting...

Tiffany Austin is a vocalist, composer, educator, and Berkeley Law Juris Doctor. She 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 Disney Concert Hall in her native...

Farallon Ian McArdle | Piano and Synthesizers Keith Waters | Electric Bass Shawn Myers | Drums

Trinidad born Etienne Charles is a performer, composer and storyteller, who is constantly searching for untold tales and sounds with which to tell them. His lush trumpet sound, varied compositional textures and pulsating percussive grooves enable him to invoke trance, soothing and exciting listeners while referencing touchy and sometimes controversial subjects in his music. Highlighting...

Keys favorite Kenny Washington always brings concert thrills and spills to Keys. Don’t miss out on one of our very own world class bay area artists!Kenny Washington has thrilled audiences across the globe with his soulful interpretations, seemingly limitless range, and inventive scatting. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Washington appeared in 2013 with...

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....

Get ready for an explosive night of music as the legendary Charles Unger Experience takes over Sheba Piano Lounge on Friday, January 23rd, from 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Known for his infectious smile and high-energy stage presence, saxophonist Charles Unger is a San Francisco institution. His "Experience" is more than just a jazz set—it’s...

Farallon Ian McArdle | Piano and Synthesizers Keith Waters | Electric Bass Shawn Myers | Drums

Ladies and Gentemen, introducing Fog City Swing! The bay area's newest and hottest swing band featuring an electrifying three horn front line, stellar crooning vocals, and a swing till you drop rhythm section. This seven piece ensemble will transport you to the 1940’s, it is truly the world’s smallest big band! Fog City Swing is...

Featuring Shamilah Ivory - Playing sophisticated grooves in the Bay. Fault Line Trio is a modern jazz and fusion ensemble based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Formed in 2018, the group is known for a "crossover" style that blends jazz roots with R&B, soul, funk, and sophisticated groove

Tiffany Austin is a vocalist, composer, educator, and Berkeley Law Juris Doctor. She 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 Disney Concert Hall in her native...

Trinidad born Etienne Charles is a performer, composer and storyteller, who is constantly searching for untold tales and sounds with which to tell them. His lush trumpet sound, varied compositional textures and pulsating percussive grooves enable him to invoke trance, soothing and exciting listeners while referencing touchy and sometimes controversial subjects in his music. Highlighting...

John Palowitch | Sax & FX Kevin Person | Piano Issac Coyle | Bass Jaycie Grady | Drums John Palowitch is among the most sought-after saxophonists on the Bay Area music scene. As a solely-alto saxophonist who can usually be found feeding his sound through guitar pedals, John brings a unique force to every stage...

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Radio Sophia is an instrumental musical collaboration between David Boyce (Saxophones, Loops, Effects), Michael Cavaseno (Guitar, Loops, Effects) and Zori Marinova (Percussion: Congas, Bongos, Cajon, Etc). The trio's sound can be described as Groovy, Soulful Mix of Jazz, Pop, RnB and World Music. And plays weekly on Saturday’s at Etcetera Wine bar. Radio Sofia has...

The Giulio Xavier Quartet is a jazz ensemble led by Giulio Xavier Cetto, a San Francisco-based bassist, composer, and vocalist. The group is known for blending traditional jazz with influences from Bay Area hip-hop, funk, and rock.

Trinidad born Etienne Charles is a performer, composer and storyteller, who is constantly searching for untold tales and sounds with which to tell them. His lush trumpet sound, varied compositional textures and pulsating percussive grooves enable him to invoke trance, soothing and exciting listeners while referencing touchy and sometimes controversial subjects in his music. Highlighting...

In a career that has spanned over 65 years, international jazz vocal legend Mary Stallings has earned a unique place in modern jazz. After decades of performing around the globe alongside a who’s who of talented collaborators, while quietly accumulating a series of thoughtful and well respected recordings, she still continues to challenge her boundaries...

Experience a masterclass in American roots music as the incomparable Barbara Gainer takes the stage at Sheba Piano Lounge on Saturday, January 24th, from 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. A beloved figure in the San Francisco creative community, Gainer is known for a voice that is as rich and expressive as the history of the...

The Giulio Xavier Quartet is a jazz ensemble led by Giulio Xavier Cetto, a San Francisco-based bassist, composer, and vocalist. The group is known for blending traditional jazz with influences from Bay Area hip-hop, funk, and rock.

Guitarist Stu Silverman fronts his band at the Comstock Saloon.

“…with the technical skill to bolster her innate talent for music, Bullings is an artist to watch.” – American Songwriter Blending Classic Soul, R&B, and Jazz, Wellington Bullings adds a soulful touch to everything she sings. With a rich sultry voice and a natural elegance, it’s easy to see why she is making a name...

Trinidad born Etienne Charles is a performer, composer and storyteller, who is constantly searching for untold tales and sounds with which to tell them. His lush trumpet sound, varied compositional textures and pulsating percussive grooves enable him to invoke trance, soothing and exciting listeners while referencing touchy and sometimes controversial subjects in his music. Highlighting...

“…with the technical skill to bolster her innate talent for music, Bullings is an artist to watch.” – American Songwriter Blending Classic Soul, R&B, and Jazz, Wellington Bullings adds a soulful touch to everything she sings. With a rich sultry voice and a natural elegance, it’s easy to see why she is making a name...

Relax and unwind from the week with us every other Sunday with the classic jazz vocal stylings of @marissa_m_sings and a rotating cast of friends on musical accompaniment. Because Sundays at Otherwise Brewing are just better with sunshine, drinks, and live music.

The sensitive and sophisticated vocal stylings of Carla Helmbrecht are the perfect complement to the soulful, blues- and swing-influenced style of the Brad Leali ensemble. Not only do they explore classic jazz standards and original materials, but they are able to infuse historical and modern components to their unique arrangements. This dynamic duo will be...

Pianist, composer, arranger, producer and educator Marcos Silva performs worldwide. Nominated for a Grammys, he toured with many artists, including Paquito D’Rivera, Bud Shank, Claudio Roditi, Raul de Souza, Toninho Horta, Leny Andrade, Edu Lobo, Emilio Santiago, Dori Caymmi and many more. Marcos was musical director for Flora Purim and Airto Moreira for 24 years....

Richard Howell: Richard Howell is an acclaimed jazz saxophonist, composer, and educator whose music celebrates diversity and unites the experience of all listeners. Howell has performed and recorded with numerous musical icons such as Etta James, Ray Charles, B.B. King, Chaka Khan, Maurice White, and Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah. He has toured the United States,...

The sensitive and sophisticated vocal stylings of Carla Helmbrecht are the perfect complement to the soulful, blues- and swing-influenced style of the Brad Leali ensemble. Not only do they explore classic jazz standards and original materials, but they are able to infuse historical and modern components to their unique arrangements. This dynamic duo will be...

Pianist, composer, arranger, producer and educator Marcos Silva performs worldwide. Nominated for a Grammys, he toured with many artists, including Paquito D’Rivera, Bud Shank, Claudio Roditi, Raul de Souza, Toninho Horta, Leny Andrade, Edu Lobo, Emilio Santiago, Dori Caymmi and many more. Marcos was musical director for Flora Purim and Airto Moreira for 24 years....

The Blu Beatz sound is a combination of Jazz, Blues, RnB, Rock & Roll, Pop, Salsa, Latin Jazz, Brazilian, Afro-Caribbean, Folk, Classical, Afro, Middle Eastern & Eastern rhythms and some more!