Celebrating Jazz Appreciation Month in Buffalo
We welcome the month of April this coming Tuesday. A month dedicated to celebrating and appreciating the true original art form of America—jazz! As we embrace Jazz Appreciation Month, we’re excited to bring a magical week of performances to Buffalo from April 11th to April 16th. We will feature three outstanding performances you will not want to miss.
Our newsletter header features the iconic album cover of April in Paris by the Count Basie Orchestra—a perfect tribute to the spirit of jazz and an invitation to enjoy a great listening experience. Let the month of April inspire you to attend jazz concerts and spend more time listening to jazz. Join us as we celebrate jazz, support local talent, and keep the legacy of timeless jazz music alive in Buffalo!
Warm regards,
Tony Zambito
Executive Director, JazzBuffalo
You won’t want to miss three Shows and a Magical Week in April!
Charlie Ballantine, named one of the top 200 jazz guitarists in jazz today by All About Jazz, visits Buffalo on Friday, April 11 at 7 pm. We’re excited about this one! Limited front-stage seats left!
Friday, April 11 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Charlie Ballantine Trio Returns to Buffalo!
Pausa Art House 19 Wadsworth Street, Buffalo, NY, United States
JazzBuffalo is thrilled to partner with Pausa Art House to welcome the return of Charlie Ballantine to Buffalo! Known for his innovative and distinctive style, Ballantine has captivated audiences in…
$15 – $25
Reserve Seats Here! https://www.pausaarthouse.com/event-details/charlieballantine-trio-4-11-2025
Get ready to enjoy one of the most legendary drummers and jazz trios in the history of jazz at the next Art of Jazz Series Performance!!
Sunday, April 13 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
ART OF JAZZ: The Jeff Hamilton Trio
Buffalo AKG Art Museum Buffalo, NY, United States
Join us for a historic afternoon of jazz at the Art of Jazz Series on Sunday, April 13th at 3 pm, as one of the preeminent trios in jazz history…
$40 – $45
Reserve Seats Here! https://buffaloakg.org/events/art-jazz-jeff-hamilton-trio
One of Buffalo’s finest jazz vocalists performs at the next Art Meets Jazz!
Wednesday, April 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Art Meets Jazz: An Intimate Evening With Jazz Vocalist Carolyn Lansom!
Hunt Art Gallery/Beebe’s at the Gallery
Experience the Intimacy of Art Meets Jazz with Carolyn Lansom Join us for an unforgettable evening as Art Meets Jazz presents Carolyn Lansom—one of Buffalo’s most exceptional jazz vocalists—at the…
$20
Reserve your spots here now! April 16: An Intimate Evening with Carolyn Lansom
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Special Concert by Gabrielle Stravelli!
We are excited to present a very special concert on Sunday, May 11th at 4 pm on Mother’s Day. A perfect opportunity to not only celebrate this special day but to also enjoy the debut of one of the premier jazz vocalists you will see and hear directly from New York City. Read the event description and read our JazzBuffalo story – you will not want to miss this!!
Sunday, May 11 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
A Mother’s Day Tribute: Gabrielle Stravelli Presents “Beautiful Moons Ago”
Canterbury Woods Performing Arts Center 706 Renaissance Drive, Williamsville, United States
Join JazzBuffalo for an unforgettable Mother’s Day celebration on Sunday, May 11th at 4 pm, featuring the debut Buffalo performance of the sensational Gabrielle Stravelli. She is known for her tremendous swing…
$35
Reserve Your Seats: Gabrielle Stravelli – “Beautiful Moons Ago”
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 Picks
Two picks for Friday and Saturday! On Friday, enjoy one of the superlative big bands in the region – the Easy Street Big Band. On Saturday, check out the Dr. M Jazz Combo at Sportmen’s Tavern.
Friday, March 28 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Easy Street Big Band presents: “Swing into Spring”
Ellicott Creek Playhouse 530 Ellicott Creek Road, Tonawanda, NY, United States
Swing into spring with WNY’s own award-winning Easy Street Big Band; our 18-piece big band will play your favorite tunes in this special concert…
$22.40 – $24.46
Saturday, March 29 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Jazzin’ Sultry
Sportsmen Tavern 326 Amherst Street, Buffalo, NY, United States
The Dr. M Jazz Combo present a full evening of songs sure to warm a winter’s night! Performing unique arrangements of romantic uptempo pieces and evocative spicy…
$20
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Home of Art Meets Jazz!
We have a treat for you on Monday, May 5th, as we bring back Wendell Rivera Latin Jazz Quatro to help us celebrate Cinco de Mayo. With great traditional Mexican food from Oralia Traditional Mexican Cuisine. And, opportunities to salsa dance in the Brisbane Lobby!
Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Hunt Art Gallery and Beebe’s at the Gallery ft. Wendell Rivera Latin Quatro!
Hunt Art Gallery/Beebe’s at the Gallery
Join us for a festive Cinco de Mayo celebration at the home of Art Meets Jazz! Building on the vibe of our spectacular opening night with the Wendell Rivera Latin…
$20
Reserve Your Spot: Cinco de Mayo with Wendell Rivera Latin Jazz Quatro
Jazz at Richardson
Yes, we are working on it! Look for an announcement soon about the Jazz at Richardson dates and the date of our 4th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival!!
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