A spectacular night of celebrating the jazz genre of Bossa Nova at the Hotel Henry gives way to more sounds of Latin Jazz at Chandlerville. Read on…
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Wendell Rivera Latin Jazz Ensemble at Jazz at Chandlerville
Wendell Rivera, a leading ambassador of Latin Jazz, an invigorating sound that incorporates Afro-Caribbean grooves with the free, melodic, and harmonic elements of progressive jazz. Rivera’s Latin Jazz Ensemble has been the cornerstone of Latin music in the Western New York/Niagara Falls region for more than two decades. As a percussionist, he has performed with artists as diverse as Aretha Franklin, Arthuro Sandoval, Ben Vereen, Dave Valentin, Bob Mintzer, John Patitucci, Ralph Irizarry, Yomo Toro, Tito Gomez, Oscar Hernandez, and…
Katy Miner and the Cabaret Big Band present the music of Gershwin, Arlen, and Porter
The Cabaret Big band heads in to MusicalFare for their only appearance at the beautiful Premier Cabaret until their Holiday Jazz show in December. Vocalist-extraordinaire, Katy Miner sings songs from three “Larger The Life Composers” (LLC), including hits from WNY’s own Harold Arlen, the man behind the music for the Wizard of Oz. Gershwin, Arlen, and Porter are three of the quintessential American composers who span broadway, opera, pop, jazz, and swing. The Cabaret Big band covers it all with…
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Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series
In September, we will present a special edition of the series in remembrance of 9/11 featuring the dynamic spiritual and soulful vocals of Drea d’Nur.
9/11 Remembrance Concert Featuring Drea d’Nur at the Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series
Wednesday, September 11 will mark the 18th Anniversary of one of the darkest days in the history of the United States. At this special edition of the Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series presented by JazzBuffalo, we join in association with international vocalist and community leader Drea d’Nur in a 9/11 Remembrance Concert. The evening will be a time for using the power of music for spiritual reflection and remembrance on a day that was seared in the memory of us…
Northwest Jazz Festival Headliner And Main Stage Front of Stage Reserved Seat Tickets
For the past few years, the festival has offered the opportunity to purchase tickets for front of stage seating at the Main Stage for each night’s headliner. Tickets are only $20. A great chance to see two of the top names in jazz up close! Tickets are available on Eventbrite. Read more on JazzBuffalo with links to the festival website and tickets!
Roberta Gambarini at the 2019 Northwest Jazz Festival in Historic Lewiston, NY
Italian-born Roberta Gambarini is, without question, one of the most accomplished jazz singers on the current scene. Her warm, velvety tone and captivating eloquence inspired the Boston Globe to call Gambarini “a true successor to Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, and Carmen McRae.” Born in Turin, Italy, Gambarini received her first exposure to jazz at an early age when her father, an amateur tenor saxophonist, took her to concerts by Dexter Gordon, Benny Carter, Johnny Griffin & Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis, as well as…
Monty Alexander and the Harlem-Kingston Express at the 2019 Northwest Jazz Festival in Historic Lewiston, NY
Nearly 60 years after he moved to the United States from his hometown of Kingston, Jamaica, Grammy-nominated pianist Monty Alexander is an American classic. His music spans a broad range of jazz and Jamaican musical expressions: the American songbook and the blues, gospel, bebop, calypso, and reggae. Over the decades Alexander has toured the world relentlessly, delighting a global audience drawn to his vibrant personality and soulful message. Documented on more than 75 recordings, he was ranked number five in Hal…
Visit The Dedicated Northwest Jazz Festival on JazzBuffalo
Visit the dedicated JazzBuffalo page on all things related to the Northwest Jazz Festival to be held on Friday, August 23rd and Saturday, August 24th. Main Stage event information, videos, stories about artists on all stages, and links to tickets for headliners and main stage performers. Go here:
The JazzBuffalo Northwest Jazz Festival Page
Chandler Street JazzFest on Labor Day!
Jazz at Chandlerville has been one of this summer’s favorite gathering places for great food, drinks, and music in the revitalized area of Chandler Street. We are closing out the season with the Chandler Street JazzFest on Labor Day! Monday, September 2nd. Read on…
Chandler Street JazzFest on Labor Day!
Join JazzBuffalo and the Chandler Street establishments of Thin Man Brewery / Tappo Pizza for the first-ever Chandler Street JazzFest. To be held on Labor Day – Monday, September 2nd. The JazzFest will feature 4 performances on a closed-off portion of Chandler Street in front of Thin Man Brewery. Food and drinks will be available throughout the day at Thin Man Brewery / Tappo Pizza and at the venues in the courtyard across the street. Scheduled to perform for the…
JazzBuffalo Next Generation Jazz Series At Nichols Flickinger Performing Arts Center
Be sure to get tickets for the next event in the jazz series dedicated to bringing next-generation rising stars to Buffalo. The first featured next-generations stars Veronica Swift, Emmet Cohen, Bryan Carter, and Yasushi Nakamura. Although a few months away in October, do not miss next-generation star Allison Au and her quartet! If you are reading this now – an EARLY BIRD pricing special is underway right now! Get $5 off regular priced ticket! And, JazzBuffalo will absorb ticket fees! Use the promo code EBAA5.
The Allison Au Quartet – Juno Award Winner
Juno-award winning Jazz Saxophonist, Composer and Arranger, Allison Au refuses to be defined. Born to a Chinese father and Jewish mother, and raised in the multicultural metropolis of Toronto, Allison found music as a young child. She was exposed to a wide array of musical styles but was captivated by the unhinged freedom of Jazz. Jazz became Allison’s lab for self-expression, exploration, and musical experimentation. Her music weaves a mosaic of influences into a seamless and soulful sound, a concoction…
Weekend Jazz At The Terrace At Delaware Park
The August lineup, through a special Labor Day weekend, for jazz is set at the Terrace at Delaware Park. Be sure to call 716-886-0089 for dinner or brunch reservations! Please note the new time for Friday and Saturday evenings from 6 pm to 9 pm. We have another great weekend as we feature Drew Azzinaro Duo, Paul Hage Mirage, and the Hot Club Express.
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8 Videos To Watch Before Attending The Northwest Jazz Festival
The 2019 Northwest Jazz Festival in Historic Lewiston, NY will present 30 performances on 5 stages. Six of the performances will feature international jazz artists on the festival’s Main Stage. Here are 8 videos about the artists headlining on the Main Stage from Friday, August 23rd to Saturday, August 24th. Mike Jones and his “Show […]
30 Seconds Of Monty Alexander: Monk’s “Bye-Ya” Makes His Northwest Jazz Festival Appearance Must-See
On Friday, August 23rd, the iconic American Jazz Legend, Monty Alexander, will release his much anticipated Wareika Hill: Rastamonk Vibrations to the world. The release comes one day before his appearance at the Northwest Jazz Festival on Saturday, August 24th. The album and project represent one of Alexander’s most significant works in the past few […]
Northwest Jazz Festival In Lewiston, NY Is Reaching New Heights In 18th Year
The 2019 Northwest Jazz Festival in Historic Lewiston, NY, celebrating its 18th year, will reach a significant milestone this year. The festival, taking place Friday, August 23rd and Saturday, August 24th, marks a year in which the Main Stage will feature six headlining performances by international jazz stars and artists. In addition, bring together, from […]
