The post-holidays ramp-up of jazz in the region begins to unfold as we get started with 2020. From casual nights out to major concerts, there will be an abundance of jazz forthcoming so stay tuned with JazzBuffalo!
Featured Events
Partner Spotlight: Happy Anniversary to Swing Buffalo who have mixed jazz with great swing dancing for their fans of dance!
Swing Buffalo Anniversary Dance with Vintage Jazz Collective!
Join Swing Buffalo on Saturday, January 11 as we celebrate our anniversary! Your feet are in for a treat, The Vintage Jazz Collective will be in from Rochester to serenade us! About The Vintage Jazz Collective Catering to the Lindy Hop, Blues, and Balboa dance communities, the Vintage Jazz Collective brings to light rare collections of swing music straight from the jazz era. Each tour they perform hand-selected favorites from a different collection curated by a bandleader of the swing…
Shamarr Allen live in the 9th Ward
Shamarr Allen & The Underdawgs live in the 9th Ward Shamarr Allen is the definition of New Orleans Music! Hailing from the Lower 9th Ward of New Orleans, Allen has influences in jazz, hip hop, rock, funk, funk blues, and country. He is the lead vocalist and trumpeter of his band “Shamarr Allen and the Underdawgs”. In addition to performing with his band, Allen has collaborated with many renowned artists such as Willie Nelson, Galactic, Mannie Fresh, Patti Labelle, Harry…
Upcoming Jazz Events On JazzBuffalo.org
Partner Spotlight: The Terrace at Delaware Park
The schedule for January 2020 Jazz & Cocktail Nights and JazzBrunch Sundays at the Terrace at Delaware Park is now set. Taking place on Friday and Saturday nights from 6 pm to 9 pm and Sunday brunch from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. The iconic cultural city location has been a great addition to the arts, culture, and jazz scenes.
Partner Spotlight: JazzBoline Restaurant and Bar
The new eye-appealing restaurant and part have embraced the “jazz” in its namesake. JazzBuffalo is excited to support weekly Thursday Night Jazz at JazzBoline. In January, the Adam Bronstein Trio with vocalist Alex McArthur will get jazz started:
6th Annual JazzBuffalo Poll Is Now Open For Voting!
The 6th annual JazzBuffalo Poll, where the community of JazzBuffalo readers and the Buffalo community of jazz fans vote for their favorite jazz artists, groups, and more in over 30 categories is now open for voting. Vote and share!
6th Annual JazzBuffalo Poll Is Now Open For Voting
The 6th Annual JazzBuffalo Poll is now open to the public for voting. Each year, the community has the opportunity to recognize their favorite jazz artists, groups, advocates, venues, and supporters. There are nominees in 35 categories representing individual and ensemble jazz performances, support, and initiatives. The winners of the 6th Annual JazzBuffalo Poll will be […]
Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series New Season Kicks-Off February 19
We will be kicking off the fourth season of the community-inspired series on Wednesday, February 19. Look for more details on upcoming performances in the series. In the meantime, get tickets soon for the first concert featuring the sensational saxophone sounds of Kevin Hall. Read more…
Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series Presents Kevin Hall
JazzBuffalo is excited to present jazz artist, saxophonist, arranger, and composer Kevin Hall. Hall will kick-off the new season of the popular Hotel Henry Jazz Concert Series with his soulful and smooth jazz music that blends soul, R&B, jazz, and contemporary jazz into an infectious blend. Kevin Hall will present new music including his new single release “Summerset.” More about Kevin Hall:Growing up on Buffalo NY’s west side, in a very diverse melting pot of cultures, Kevin learned his appreciation for…
Award-Winning International Jazz Stars Coming To Buffalo In 2020
Art of Jazz: Christian Sands High Wire Trio
Five-time Grammy-nominee and Creative Ambassador for the Erroll Garner Jazz Project, the dynamic pianist Christian Sands pays tribute to Erroll Garner, beloved for Concert by the Sea, one of the top-selling albums in jazz history, and his classic ballad “Misty” and acclaimed as “the man for whom the piano was invented” (Newsweek). Formerly featured in the Christian McBride Trio, Sands and his High Wire Trio dazzle audiences with their fresh take on the genius of Erroll Garner.
The Tierney Sutton Band – JazzBuffalo Premier Concert
NEWS: Tierney Sutton has received a 9th Grammy Nomination for her and the band’s outstanding album, Screenplay. Their 8th straight album released to be awarded a Grammy Nomination! The celebrated Tierney Sutton Band, helmed by nine-time GRAMMY® nominated vocalist Tierney Sutton, has consistently topped the US jazz charts and garnered critical success thanks to their creative arrangements and rich and thematic discography. Most recently, the much-acclaimed “Sting Variations” album. After 20-plus years and countless performances in some of the finest…
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Drea d’Nur To Perform CD Release Concert With Special Guests Curtis Lundy And Giveton Gelin February 7th
Drea d’Nur is a myriad of many things. A mother, a healer, a community organizer, a vocalist, a musician, a composer, and a mentor. To name just a few. Consistent in all is a voice of truth and love. Most especially, this voice is pursuant in her concert performances. In perhaps one of her most […]
Are We Ready For ArtsBuffalo?
The embracing of JazzBuffalo as the area’s #1 source for jazz events calendar and jazz content has continued unabated the last three years. Becoming an integral part of how people are able to find out about jazz events and to learn more about the art of jazz. So much so, we are receiving interests from the arts in Buffalo to expand the digital events calendaring and stories to other arts and culture communities. This would take considerable effort. We would like to gauge this interest amongst you – the audience. Click on the link below to vote for yes or no on whether we should pursue such an effort. Or, go directly to www.artsbuffalo.org. Your interests are important to know about and they count! Share with others who are interested in the arts!
Become A JazzBuffalo Patron
As we look ahead to 2020, JazzBuffalo continues to grow and to support the need for enriching our community through jazz event listings, stories, and concerts. Will you consider becoming a JazzBuffalo Patron to continue the development of JazzBuffalo as an integral part of what makes our city one of the best for arts and culture in the country? Click on the Become A Patron button below and become a supporting patron for as little as $1/month.
