With the Labor Day holiday behind us, school starting, and outdoor activities winding down, we begin to look inside for our jazz. Although, the recent heat is keeping the extreme temperatures lingering on. Likewise, some of the great jazz we experienced in the summer will linger on for a while. More great jazz, however, is ahead!
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Internationally-Acclaimed Philippe Lemm Trio at Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series
Dutch drummer Philippe Lemm brings his internationally renowned trio to the Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series presented by JazzBuffalo. Lemm has played with the New York-based groups LifeSize, Angelo Di Loreto Trio, Olli Hirvonen Quartet, Sharik Hasan New York Quartet, Pat Carroll Group, Roman Rofalski Trio and vocalist Andrea Wood to name a few. The trio’s electrifying chemistry and creative re-imagination of standards, progressive rock/pop, and diversely influenced music have thrilled audiences at The North Sea Jazz Festival, Pori Jazz…
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Austin Piazzola Quintet
The Austin Piazzolla Quintet specializes in the music of the late Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla as well as original nuevo tango compositions. James Anderson (violin), Jonathan Geer (piano), Mike Maddux (accordion, bandoneon), Tony Rogers (cello), and Phil Spencer (bass), feature unique arrangements of Piazzolla’s groundbreaking works, breathtaking original compositions, and fiery improvisation. They’ve released 4 albums: Libertango (2010), Lo Que Vendra (2013), self-titled Austin Piazzola Quartet (2015), Angels & Devils (2017). In the spring of 2016, APQ was invited by…
Stanley Clarke Band
Four-time Grammy Award Winner Stanley Clarke has attained “living legend” status during his over a 40-year career as a bass virtuoso. He is the first bassist in history who doubles on acoustic and electric bass with equal ferocity and the first jazz-fusion bassist ever to headline tours, selling out shows worldwide. Clarke’s creativity has been recognized and rewarded in every way imaginable: gold and platinum records, Grammy Awards, Emmy nominations, virtually every readers and critics poll in existence, and more…
James Brandon Lewis Trio
Buffalo-born tenor saxophonist and Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts alumni James Brandon Lewis returns to his hometown with his internationally-acclaimed trio! James Brandon Lewis – tenor saxophone Luke Stewart – electric bass Warren G. Crudup III – drums “James Brandon Lewis (b.1983 Buffalo NY ) is a critically acclaimed saxophonist, composer, recording artist, and educator. Lewis has received accolades from the New York Times, Q Magazine and cultural tastemakers such as Ebony Magazine, who hailed him as one…
This weekend is the 16th Annual Music Is Art Festival being held at Riverworks. The free event finds over 700 musicians participating in the annual fundraiser designed to make music more accessible to schools and students city-wide. Go here for more information on the schedule this Saturday: Music Is Art
Jazz Brunch Weekend!
Jazz Brunches are certainly making a comeback in Buffalo. JazzBuffalo is happy to play a role in creating opportunities for Saturday and Sunday Jazz Brunches! There are three this weekend!
The Pinnavaia/Mastrantonio Duo at Hollow Bistro First Saturday Jazz Brunch
(CALL 716-759-7351 FOR RESERVATIONS) A special performance by one of Buffalo’s finest guitar duos. The Mastrantonio/Pinnavaia Duo was formed in the Fall of 2012 when both well-known guitar players wanted to try something “out of the box.” The result is a guitar duo that can perform anything from jazz standards to modern R&B with their own style and interpretations. Joe Pinnavaia has been an active guitarist/artist in WNY and has performed and recorded with such groups as Rest to Vinyl, Toxic Love,…
Lights Up! Jazz Brunch with JazzBuffalo and Paul Hage and Mirage at Hotel Henry
LIGHTS UP! Brunch is good, but Jazz Brunch is great; brunch is good, and brunch featuring a new menu is better. 100 Acres is working together with JazzBuffalo to bring live music by Paul Hage Mirage Band to a special Lights Up brunch. 100 Acres: The Kitchens at Hotel Henry will be launching a new brunch menu featuring seasonal ingredients. Brunch at 100 Acres quickly fills up and reservations will guarantee you a table. https://www.opentable.com/r/100-acres-the-kitchens-at-hotel-henry-buffalo After brunch explore Hotel Henry while enjoying the mimosa…
JazzBuffalo Presents JazzBrunch Sundays at the Terrace at Delaware Park
(This week we feature Carina and the Six String Preacher!) 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 is located on the upper level of the Delaware Park Lake casino and is located across from the Albright-Knox Art Gallery. JazzBrunch Sundays at the Terrace will begin on Sunday, July 8th and will be held each Sunday throughout the summer from 12 pm to 3 pm. The Terrace will offer a…
Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series
The Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series presented by JazzBuffalo is pleased to announce that the series will continue through fall and winter on every second Wednesday of the month. Look for a new schedule soon for 2019. But – the series has very special concerts ahead, beginning this month with the Philippe Lemm Trio, Drea Sings Nina in October, and WBFO night with the JBFO Orchestra in November. In December, look for an announcement in the near future regarding a special presentation: JazzBuffalo’s Jazzy Christmas! GET TICKETS SOON FOR EACH MONTH!! (https://www.hotelhenry.com/jazz/)
Drea d’Nur, who will be presenting a very special “Drea Sings Nina” concert (music of Nina Simone) in October at the Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series, is an entrance in the annual Sara Vaughn International Jazz Vocal Competition. You have an opportunity to listen and vote. Go here to hear Drea d’Nur and vote: Sarah Vaughn Competition).JazzBuffalo Articles You May Have Missed
September World-Class Jazz To Enjoy And Appreciate!
It has been a tremendous summer of jazz events and outdoor jazz festivals. Labor Day always feel like the close of summer activities and the winding down of outdoor jazz. As we begin September we can look forward to plenty of jazz that eases our way into fall. Here is a rundown of notable world-class […]
