A United Community Celebrates!
We are deeply grateful for the tremendous support behind the Harold Arlen 120th Birthday Celebration—a true testament to the power of a united community. From the enthusiastic audience to the incredible performers, volunteers, and media partners who helped bring this vision to life, the event was a shining moment in Buffalo’s rich musical legacy. Your passion and commitment to celebrating our city’s contributions to the Great American Songbook made this tribute unforgettable. (Be sure to catch our recap article, in the ICYMI section, and see all the wonderful comments!)
As we carry this spirit forward, we look ahead to the next Art of Jazz Series presentation, where we welcome the acclaimed jazz pianist Joe Alterman on Sunday, March 9 at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum. Alterman will pay tribute to the legendary Les McCann, honoring their deep bond while showcasing his own signature sound—”southern jazz,” a joyful blend of blues, swing, and soul. Join us for another extraordinary afternoon of music!
Warm regards,
Tony Zambito
Executive Director, JazzBuffalo
The Next Art of Jazz Series Performance is on March 9!
Meet Joe Alterman in a fantastic video in our JazzBuffalo Story in the ICYMI JazzBuffalo Stories section. Don’t miss the special tribute to Les McCann and Joe Alterman’s unique sound of “southern jazz.”
Sunday, March 9 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
ART OF JAZZ: Joe Alterman Plays the Music of Les McCann: Big Mo & Little Joe
Buffalo AKG Art Museum Buffalo, NY, United States
Experience the realm of timeless jazz with Joe Alterman as he takes the stage on March 9, 2025, for an extraordinary concert at the Art of Jazz Series. Renowned for…
$40 – $45
RESERVE YOUR SEATS NOW!! ART OF JAZZ SERIES: JOE ALTERMAN TRIO
Reserve Your Art Meets Jazz Spots Now!
One of our most compelling and breakthrough initiatives of 2024 was the resounding response to Art Meets Jazz. We have four incredible art exhibits and performances in store for the first half of this year! Due to the extremely cold weather, we have rescheduled the series from February to May to March through June. Our first one now kicks off on Wednesday, March 19.
We will feature the Wendell Rivera Latin Jazz Trio with Lisa Hasselback and Nelson Rivera joining Wendell Rivera.
Reserve your spots here now! March 19: Wendell Rivera Latin Jazz Trio
Check Upcoming Jazz at JazzBuffalo.org
Make sure to visit JazzBuffalo.org’s Upcoming Events section to stay updated on all the live jazz performances in Buffalo. With various events happening throughout the city and region, there’s something for everyone. Please note that we receive many unique visits and local events listings, so we encourage you to visit the website to find out where jazz is happening. Click here to view all the upcoming events.
https://jazzbuffalo.org/upcoming-events/
JazzBuffalo Weekend Picks
For those who would welcome catching the Wendell Rivera Latin Jazz Ensemble, they’re making an appearance in winter.
Thursday, February 20 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Wendell Rivera Rivera Latin Jazz Ensemble
the caz 2221 Seneca Street, Buffalo, United States
Buffalo Music Hall Of Fame Inductee Class 2000 Percussionist, Composer, Producer, Band Leader, Educator Wendell Rivera. Rivera, is 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…
$30
Tango Music and Dance Lovers Take Note!
Saturday, February 22 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
6PM CONCERT – “Tango Night – Back to the Roots” by Dominguero Tango Trio
Pausa Art House 19 Wadsworth Street, Buffalo, NY, United States
Join us for an unforgettable evening of Traditional-Style Tango, taking you on a journey back to the origins of this passionate and captivating dance.
$15 – $20
Saturday, February 22 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
8PM – Concert & Milonga with Dominguero Tango Trio & Dancers
Pausa Art House 19 Wadsworth Street, Buffalo, NY, United States
Experience the authentic sounds and rhythms of the Guardia Vieja tango, performed by a talented ensemble of musicians, alongside breathtaking performances by world-renowned tango dancers. Bandoneon: Pato Lorente • Flute: Alejandro Beresi • Guitar: Martín López Muro • Double Bass: Marc Cousins (Feat.) Pato Lorente (Patrick Vankeirsbilck) A distinguished flutist turned bandoneonist, Pato Lorente
$15
ICYMI: JazzBuffalo Stories
The Exciting Harold Arlen 120th Birthday Celebration
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Honoring a Buffalo Legend: An Afternoon of Music, Emotion, and Unforgettable Performances Buffalo’s rich musical heritage was celebrated in extraordinary fashion this past Sunday at Kleinhans Music Hall as an […]
Les McCann: Honoring A Pioneering Soul Jazz Master
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Les McCann’s Soulful Legacy: A Tribute by Joe Alterman Few artists in jazz history have embodied the essence of groove, soul, and storytelling quite like Les McCann. A true pioneer […]
Meet the Exciting Art of Jazz Series Pianist Joe Alterman
Posted on by Tony Zambito
A Special Tribute to Soul-Jazz Pioneer Less McCann The Art of Jazz Series continues its remarkable season at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum with an unforgettable performance by the acclaimed […]
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