This 4th of July and into next week, we have a literal explosion of jazz from Wednesday, July 4th to Wednesday, July 11th. A variety of jazz indoors and outdoors. Be sure to check the upcoming events directly on JazzBuffalo as well. (Due to the holiday, this is an early edition of Jazz In Town so you don’t miss out on great jazz!)
Jazz For The 4th And Beyond
4th of July City of Buffalo Canalside Celebration with The George Scott Big Band
In what has become an annual tradition, you can get out on the 4th of July and see the premier George Scott Big Band. Featuring Melissa Kate on vocals and 3 rows of horn sections. They will be kicking-off the Canalside 4th of July Celebrations once gain on the main stage beginning at 4 pm!
Buffalo Place Queen City Social Featuring The CMC Jazz Festival Pre-celebration With The George Scott Big Band
Although the CMC Jazz Festival doesn’t kick-off its weeklong events until July 23rd, Buffalo Place and The Historic Colored Musicians Club are doing a pre-celebration on Thursday, July 5th. Join the George Scott Big Band at Buffalo Place for Buffalo Place’s Queen City Social from 5 pm to 8 pm.
Saxophonist Bill Todd
Multi-instrumentalist Bill Todd makes a return visit home to Buffalo. Todd teaches at Kathryn Brickell Music in New York City. He was born and raised in Buffalo, New York. …
Kristen Smigielski Quartet at Allentown First Fridays
Steeped in history and geographically nestled between downtown, the west side, the east side and the Elmwood Village, Allentown is a hub of creativity. It’s with this energy we are able to put on a monthly gallery walk to represent our galleries, artists, restaurants, bars and local businesses to the WNY audience…
New Orleans Star Songwriter and Singer Paul Sanchez
The Big Easy in Buffalo presents Paul Sanchez for a solo evening of songs and stories on Friday, July 6 at the brand new Duende at Silo City! Bill Smith of Ten Cent Howl is opening. This is a free show (we’ll pass the hat with all donations going to Paul),…
The Courtney Chyme Celebration Showcase
The dynamic singer, dancer, acrobat brings her show to the Tralf for a variety of music, including standards. She will be joined by Mark Marinaccio and Friends with special guests Sara Rogers and Wise Alex. The Cortney Chyme Celebration Showcase is a collaborative live performance…
JazzBuffalo Road Concert Series Presents Guitarist Ariel Kasler
Arriving From Bowling Green! Guitarist and pianist Ariel Kasler is a versatile performer and educator. His career has included activities ranging from releasing an album, Above the Sound (2015), which includes original jazz compositions and arrangements of jazz standards, to performing and commissioning…
Katy Miner Quintet In Concert With The Clarence Summer Orchestra
On a summer evening, bring your lawn chairs to Clarence Town Park and you will find the Katy Miner Quintet performing with the Clarence Summer Orchestra. A mix of jazz with big band orchestration in the summer outdoors.
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JazzBuffalo / Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series
This upcoming show has tickets selling! If you have an interest, you are encouraged to get your tickets soon!
Jazz Tribute To Michael Jackson ft. Mark Marinaccio at Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series
A Jazz Tribute To Michael Jackson, a special production commissioned by JazzBuffalo and first performed at MusicalFare Theatre, will feature the spectacular ensemble, Mark Marinaccio and Friends…
Jazz Brunch Weekend!
This weekend you can enjoy one the area’s longest running Jazz Brunches and the kick-off of the exciting new JazzBrunch Sundays!
JazzBuffalo and Hollow Bistro First Saturday Jazz Brunch ft. Alex McArthur and Jon Lehning
The First Saturday Jazz Brunch at The Hollow Bistro and Brew continues its popular run on Saturday, July 7th. We will feature The Alex McArthur / Jon Lehning Duo – Vocalist & Saxophone. Call for reservations at 716-759-7351…
JazzBuffalo Presents JazzBrunch Sundays at the Terrace at Delaware Park
JazzBuffalo is proud to announce a partnership with The Terrace at Delaware Park to provide high-quality jazz music for Sunday Jazz Brunch at The Terrace’s historic location at Marcy Casino. The Terrace will offer a…
Summer Jazz Series Returns To Steps Of AKG
37th Annual Buffalo News Albright-Knox Summer Jazz Series
The 37th annual Buffalo News and Albright-Knox Summer Jazz Concert Series take place on the steps of the Albright-Knox Art Gallery beginning July 8th. The lineup features a mix of local and national jazz artist: Sunday, July 8th Vocalist Carla Valenti Born in New York City…
JazzBuffalo Datebook Begins On WBFO/JazzWorks
When you listen to WBFO/JazzWorks provided by WNED/WBFO, you now can expect to hear “JazzBuffalo Datebook” approximately four times per day at 59 minutes past the hour. Approximately 40 to 55 seconds segments will highlight jazz events in town. Announced by Mike McKay of WBFO, friend, and supporter of jazz in our city. Listen to WBFO/JazzWorks online, via your smartphone app, or in your car on HD 2. For more information on how to access and to access online streaming, go to our WBFO/JazzWorks page here on JazzBuffalo: WBFO/JazzWorks
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