A roundup of jazz in Greater Buffalo tonight Friday, April 12th. Musicians and venues: if you do not see your events listed, then input them here: Submit an Event.
5:30 PM
The Greg Millar Quintet Re-Creating The Classic Album Bags Meets Wes
Friday, April 12 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pmBurchfield Penney Arts Center, 1300 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14222 United States + Google MapFree

The Greg Millar Quintet will Re-Create the Classic Riverside Records album Bags Meets Wes that featured two of the greatest jazz artists in the history of music: Milt Jackson was affectionately known as “Bags”; and John L. Montgomery, known more popularly as “Wes”. These artists combined their talents in December of 1961, along with the
7:00 PM
Jazz & Cocktail Nights At The Terrace at Delaware Park
Friday, April 12 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm|Recurring Event (See all)Terrace at Delaware Park, 199 Lincoln Parkway
Buffalo, NY 14222 United States + Google MapFree

The Terrace at Delaware Park located at the historic Marcy Casino at Hoyt Lake in Delaware Park. In addition to the continuation of the popular JazzBrunch Sundays at The Terrace at Delaware Park, JazzBuffalo and the Terrace are continuing “Jazz & Cocktail Nights” on Friday and Saturday nights throughout the winter into spring.. Jazz music will consist of duos…
Dave Schiavone / George Kane Duo at Jazz & Cocktail Nights at The Terrace at Delaware Park
Friday, April 12 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pmTerrace at Delaware Park, 199 Lincoln Parkway
Buffalo, NY 14222 United States + Google MapFree

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.
8:00 PM
Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes
Friday, April 12 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pmBuffalo State Performing Arts Center, 1300 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY United States + Google Map$35 – $40

The Buffalo Stat Performing Arts Center welcomes musical legends Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes. They first achieved prominence in the mid 1970s, emerging from the same Jersey music scene as Southside Johnny’s good friend Bruce Springsteen. Their first three albums were produced by band co-founder Steven Van Zandt (E Street Band, The Sopranos). The…
Thomas Marinaro Quartet
Friday, April 12 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pmPausa Art House, 19 Wadsworth Street
Buffalo, NY 14201 United States + Google Map$10

It is hard to watch a gig that Thomas Marinaro is on and not recognize the love he has for performing and making music with his fellow bandmates. He eats, thinks and dreams music and has a masters degree in Music Education from SUNY Fredonia where he was mentored by Bruce Johnstone. Tom has been…
Kristen Smigielski Combo at Penny Lane Cafe
Friday, April 12 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pmPenny Lane Cafe, 10255 Main Street
Clarence, NY 14031 United States + Google Map$5

The Kristen Smigielski Combo will be performing at the Penny Lane Cafe. Come enjoy food, drinks, and your favorite Jazz tunes!Find out more »
9:00 PM
Live Jazz Every Friday
Friday, April 12 @ 9:00 pm – Saturday, April 13 @ 12:00 am|Recurring Event (See all)Buffalo, NY United States + Google Map

Live Jazz returns within the walls of 26 Virginia Place at The Quarter, a New Orleans inspired restaurant/tavern, to bring the true atmosphere and soul of The Big Easy. Different jazz bands will perform every Friday at 9pm following Happy Hour!!!
Herbie Hancock Night at Nietzsche’s!
Friday, April 12 @ 9:00 pm – Saturday, April 13 @ 2:00 amNietzsche’s, 248 Allen Street
Buffalo, NY 14201 United States + Google Map$5

Nietzsche’s Presents… The 5th Annual Herbie Hancock Night! Come celebrate Herbie’s 79th birthday with… The Truth Travelers: Featuring members of Intrepid Travelers & THE TRUTH Donny Frauenhofer – keys Ellen Pieroni – sax/flute Brian Calisto – guitar Adam Bronstein Music – guitar Sam Pavlovich – bass Jon Fohl – drums & Jon Lehning Band 9pm…