(Photo Credit: Jack Zuff of drummer Joe Goretti who you can catch this weekend at a live jazz event.)
As the weather begins to warm up, finally, we will begin to experience the return of live jazz music also. In addition, the restrictions are beginning to relax. So, please, get your COVID-19 vaccination so we can keep our progress towards opening up going!
Live Events
Live on the Lawn: Buffalo Jazz Collective Sextet Plays Big Band Hits from the Swing Era
Live on the Lawn | An Outdoor Music Series at the Carnegie Art Center Thursday, May 13, 6-8PM Buffalo Jazz Collective Sextet Plays Big Band Hits from the Swing Era Band Members: Mark Filsinger / trumpet Elliot Scozzaro / alto saxophone Brendan Lanighan / trombone George Caldwell / piano Paul LaDuca / bass John Bacon / drums About: This special group features Grammy-award winning pianist, George Caldwell, who has extensively performed, toured, and recorded with the Duke Ellington and Count…
Bobby Militello Quartet
Bobby Militello has played with many artists for the last 5 decades, along with leading his own groups. He is curenetly an adjunct Instructor at the University at Buffalo 2016. From 1982 to 2012 he played alto & flute with the Dave Brubeck Quartet and recorded over 20 cds, played with almost every major orchestra in the U.S., Canada and Europe, appeared in many International jazz festivals, television and radio shows. A childhood dream come true, his tenure with Dave Brubeck has proven to be…
Daniel Bennett Group
New York saxophonist Daniel Bennett has been hailed as one of the most original and unpredictable musical voices of his generation. Timeout New York chronicled Daniel Bennett’s pioneering spirit during COVID-19, highlighting Bennett’s leadership during the global pandemic. Sammy Stein, international editor for the Jazz Journalists Association, called Bennett, “an outspoken voice of hope.” Daniel Bennett performed over 100 outdoor concerts during the pandemic. The Boston Globe describes Bennett’s music as “a mix of Jazz, Folk, and Minimalism.” Daniel Bennett’s 2021 album release,…
Nixon, Croft, & Goretti Celebrate The Music Of Chick Corea
Jazz at the Taylor Presents Nixon, Croft & Goretti Celebrate the Music of Chick Corea on Saturday, May 15th at 7:00pm. For the first time since COVID-19 began, we welcome you into the Taylor Theater to listen to wonderful music performed by a trio of highly accomplished musicians. Nixon, Croft and Goretti is a modern jazz piano trio dedicated to original compositions, as demonstrated by their debut album IN CONGRUENCE (2021). The group features pianist/composer Andrew Nixon, bassist Ed Croft and drummer Joe Goretti.…
Check Upcoming Events At JazzBuffalo For Live Jazz/Live Streams
Be sure to check out the Upcoming Events section of JazzBuffalo.org for all the live streams. We are continuing our efforts to be a source for a national listing of live streams that include some of the top artists in jazz. Also, because seating is very limited for live events, tickets can go quickly. Go here:
Upcoming Events: Live Stream And Live Events
JazzBuffalo and The Mansion on Delaware Avenue Team Up
Stay tuned for more information coming soon on JazzTuesday at The Mansion On Delaware Avenue Series beginning Tuesday, June 8. Also, we will be teaming up on three upcoming dates for Cocktail On The Lawn in June, July, and August. We are excited to bring jazz to this iconic and historic location!
Jazz Stories You May Have Missed
15 plus National Jazz Live Streams To Watch From May 13 – May 17
(Photo: in this week’s listing, you can view Joey DeFrancesco perform on the historic organ at Van Gelder Studio) Favorite Where To Watch Jazz Live Streams picks here by JazzBuffalo. Weekly live streams throughout the country from jazz clubs and beyond to check out. Fabulous choices this weekend of national jazz artists! For the full listing of […]
