More fantastic jazz happening in Greater Buffalo/Niagara Region. Jazz for everyone – and especially for jazz sax lovers! This week includes the start of ticket sales for a special concert on Friday, June 28th. Read on…
Featured Events
Bravo Niagara! Presents Paul Marinaro & Ben Paterson Trio
To celebrate the centennial of Nat “King” Cole, four dynamic artists present a unique tribute in honor of Nat’s life and career. Led by vocalist Paul Marinaro, dubbed as having “one of the most beautiful vocal instruments in the business today” (Chicago Tribune), this show features the trio of acclaimed pianist Ben Paterson Music. Nat Cole: “A King’s Centennial” features: • Paul Marinaro, vocals • Ben Paterson Music, piano • Mike Downes Music, bass • Jim Doxas, drums Nathaniel Adams Coles was born in the southern…
Jazz @ the Taylor: Ed Croft Trio plays the music of Sonny Rollins
Individual tickets |$15 member |$20 for the general public Students and/or 18 and under | $10 with valid student I.D. All concerts feature two full sets of music with refreshments available. Tickets may be purchased online at Ticketleap below, in person at the Kenan Center Business Office, or charged by phone at 716-433-2617. Ample free parking is available onsite. The Taylor Theater is located on the campus of the Kenan Center at 433 Locust Street in Lockport, NY. Because seating…
Boney James: The Honestly Tour
The Buffalo State Performing Arts Center welcomes back Boney James on April 14 for his The Honestly Tour. The four time Grammy nominated saxophone legend has sold over three million records, has four RIAA gold albums, a Soul Train Award and has 10 CDs atop Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Albums Chart. In 2009, Boney James was named by Billboard as one of the Top 3 Contemporary Jazz Artists of the Decade, along with Kenny G and Norah Jones.
JazzBuffalo Presents Sax Giant Jerry Weldon in a Special Jazz Appreciation Night Concert!
A special Wednesday appearance on his way to Toronto, Jerry makes a stop at PAUSA. And, JazzBuffalo couldn’t be more excited to present this giant of a sax man once again! And, celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month! Internationally renowned veteran sax man Jerry Weldon has been a player on the jazz scene for more than 35 years. With eight CD’s as a leader and more sideman sides than even he can count…or remember, this native New Yorker’s performance/recording résumé reflects his…
For More Upcoming Events Click Here To View On JazzBuffalo
A note to jazz musicians and venues: please begin to use the Submit An Event function of JazzBuffalo.org to get your events listed. Grow the audience for jazz. Go here to get your event listed: Submit An Event.
more…
Tickets Now On Sale For Veronica Swift and The Emmet Cohen Trio
TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE VERONICA SWIFT AND EMMET COHEN TRIO CONCERT! LIMITED TIME SPECIAL TICKET PRICING!!
Announcing tickets are now available for the special concert on Friday, June 28th at 7:30 pm featuring the rising star jazz vocalist Veronica Swift and the 2019 Cole Porter Fellowship American Pianists Association winner, Emmet H. Cohen and his trio. For a limited time, ticket prices will be set at $24.75 before being raised to $29.75. ACT SOON!
Veronica Swift & The Emmet Cohen Trio
Many in the Greater Buffalo/Niagara area recall the sensational appearance of Veronica Swift with the Benny Green Trio, as well as, the wildly applauded performance by the Emmet Cohen Trio at the 2018 Northwest Jazz Festival in Historic Lewiston, NY. JazzBuffalo is excited to bring them back to the area – together! At age 24, American jazz vocalist Veronica Swift is now being recognized as one of the top young jazz singers on the scene. In the fall of 2015,…
Albright-Knox Art Gallery Art Of Jazz Series
We will be closing out the Art of Jazz Series in April with the unique jazz of Edmar Casteneda. Be sure to get tickets soon for it is bound to sell out!
The Edmar Castaneda Trio at the AKG Art of Jazz Series
Edmar Castaneda, a native of Colombia, is an unparalleled virtuoso on the harp, recognized around the world for his stunning blend of jazz and the folk music of South America. With his boundless imagination and spellbinding rhythmic dexterity, Castaneda’s performances beg for the clichéd description that “he must be seen to be believed.” With his longstanding trio featuring Marshall Gilkes (trombone) and Dave Silliman (drums/percussion) generating a joyous cascade of lush colors and dynamic spirit, Castaneda “connects with a crowd…
JazzBuffalo Presents At MusicalFare Premier Cabaret Lounge
We have some fantastic shows coming up at MusicalFare Premier Cabaret Lounge you don’t want to miss. Get reserved seats soon! Gypsy Jazz fans will not want to miss one of the top international gypsy jazz quartets in the world – the Rhythm Future Quartet!
JazzBuffalo Presents The Rhythm Future Quartet
The acoustic jazz ensemble, Rhythm Future Quartet has a straightforward agenda: to keep the spirit of Gypsy jazz alive and expanding in today’s musical universe. The virtuosic foursome, named for a Django Reinhardt tune, offers up a newly minted sound, influenced by the classic Hot Club of France, yet wholly contemporary. Led by violinist Jason Anick and guitarist Olli Soikkeli, the quartet performs dynamic and lyrical arrangements of both Gypsy jazz standards and original compositions that draw upon diverse international…
Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series
Another great concert performance just happened and another is about to happen! The next Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series performance will come up quickly! Scheduled for Wednesday, May 1st is saxophonist Will Holton. And, in June, we have “A Tribute To Judy Garland” featuring the Cabaret Big Band and vocalist Katy Miner. Get tickets soon!
An Evening With Saxophonist Will Holton at the Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series
Contemporary jazz saxophonist Will Holton will take the stage at the Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series in May! Will Holton is a Buffalo-bred saxophonist who draws inspiration from Jazz, R&B, and Soul artists. An ambassador for the countries largest Juneteenth Festival, he has also performed at statewide music festivals including Buffalo’s Pine Grill Reunion, Rochester’s Roc the Park and Afrikan American Festivals, Syracuse’s CNY Jazz Festival and annual performance in White Plains, NY, and Washington DC. Each year, Holton creates…
A Tribute To Judy Garland By The Cabaret Big Band ft. Vocalist Katy Miner at the Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series
Judy Garland was born on June 10, 1922. On Wednesday, June 12th, at the Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series, we will celebrate the 97th birthday of one of the most iconic music stars in American Music History. Reliving in tribute songs that are part of the American experience for both younger and older generations. Songs such as Get Happy, The Man That Got Away, The Trolley Song, and one of the most famous songs of all time – Somewhere Over…
Weekend Jazz At The Terrace At Delaware Park
Dave Schiavone / George Kane Duo at Jazz & Cocktail Nights at The Terrace at Delaware Park
See this fantastic duo of saxophone great Dave Schiavone and 2019 JazzBuffalo Poll winner for Favorite Jazz Guitarist of the Year, George Kane. Cal 716-886-0089 for dinner reservations or stop at the bar for cocktail special at this iconic cultural location.
Drew Azzinaro Duo at Jazz & Cocktails Nights at The Terrace at Delaware Park
See one of Buffalo’s most prolific jazz guitarists in all of the region. Drew Azzinaro, previous JazzBuffalo Poll winner for jazz guitar. Drew will be joined by keyboardist Kevin Urso. Enjoy the award-winning dinner menu or order special cocktail drinks at the bar while enjoying fine jazz. Call 716-886-0089 for reservations for dinner.
DeeAnn DiMeo Tompkins at JazzBrunch Sundays at The Terrace at Delaware Park
See DeeAnn DiMeo Tompkins with the excellent duo of Cal Parmer on bass and Rod Bonner on keyboards! Call (716) 886-0089 for reservations! Enjoy an award-winning brunch with vocalist DeeAnn DiMeo Tompkins. Fresh from the EP release of “Stay Here”, she is one of the most sought-after singers in the area. “Stay Here” is a powerful release of personal originals that follow her works of “Songs From The Heart” and “Desperately Seeking DeeAnn.” “Tompkins is a powerhouse, a sultry and soulful vocalist with…
