Appreciating Jazz
Jazz Appreciation Month is a time we honor the passion, creativity, and history of America’s original art form. All month long, we’ve celebrated jazz in every corner of Buffalo: by listening to our favorite records, attending live performances, and sharing stories of the artists who inspire us.
Next Wednesday, join jazz lovers around the globe for International Jazz Day by tuning in to the special concert broadcast live from Dubai at 4 pm ET on YouTube. It’s a powerful reminder of how jazz unites communities worldwide, bringing people together through its universal language.
Here at home, we’re already looking forward to an exciting May, featuring everything from vocal tributes to exciting Latin rhythms to a visit from one of the newest stars in jazz. All are promising to keep our community swinging together.
Let’s keep the spirit of jazz alive!
Warm regards,
Tony Zambito
Executive Director, JazzBuffalo
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. There are also opportunities to enjoy the celebration with salsa dancing 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
—>>> Calvin Rice will provide salsa dance lessons from 6 pm to 6:20 pm in the Brisbane Building Lobby, which can be used for dancing throughout the night!
Reserve Your Spot: Cinco de Mayo with Wendell Rivera Latin Jazz Quatro
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
Three outstanding picks this weekend featuring jazz and poetry, a passionate Grammy-winning suite, and a world-renowned Global Music star. Pick at least one and enjoy!
Friday, April 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Jazz and Poetry Celebration
Williamsville Village Meeting House 5658 Main Street, Williamsville, United States
Mark your calendars for a special celebration of Jazz and Poetry with Ladies First Jazz featuring vocalist Donna DeLano-Kerr with poetry by Verneice Turner on April 25, 2025 at the…
Free
Friday, April 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Passion of Bach and Coltrane by Grammy Winning Jeffrey Scott
UB Slee Hall Amherst, NY, United States
Passion for Bach and Coltrane, a Grammy Award-winning suite by Jeffrey Scott. The concert takes place on Friday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m. in Lippes Concert Hall at Slee Hall, UB North Campus…
$20
–>> If you have an interest in receiving one pair of free tickets for this event, please reach out to us!
Sunday, April 27 @ 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Vieux Farka Touré
Kleinhans Music Hall – Mary Seaton Room Symphony Circle 3, Buffalo, NY, United States
World-renowned musician Vieux Farka Touré is often referred to as “the Hendrix of the Sahara,” and has become a cultural ambassador for the people of Mali and the Sahel. His 2022 collaboration…
$45.50
Caity Gyorgy – Do Not Miss the Extraordinary Rising Star!
The sensational rising star jazz vocalist, Caity Gyorgy, won a third JUNO Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album for her fabulous album, Hello! How Are You? It won’t be long before she conquers the Grammy Awards with her unique vocals and songwriting talents, which truly separate her from the universe of jazz vocalists. Don’t delay getting your seats!
Saturday, June 21 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Caity Gyorgy: 3-time JUNO Award Winner!
Kleinhans Music Hall – Mary Seaton Room Symphony Circle 3, Buffalo, NY, United States
JazzBuffalo and Kleinhans Music Hall are excited to present rising star jazz vocalist Caity Gyorgy for an unforgettable evening of jazz! Join us at Kleinhans Music Hall’s Mary Seaton Room…
$35
Reserve Your Seats Now: 3-Time JUNO Award Winner Caity Gyorgy
Art of Jazz To Close With Emmet Cohen Trio – It’s Sold Out!
The 2025 season will close May 18th with a thrilling visit by Emmet Cohen! It is currently sold out!! We will have a wait list, and if seats open up, we’ll visit it! Thank you for your tremendous support of this year’s Art of Jazz Series! It has been a superb year of unforgettable jazz!
Sunday, May 18 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
ART OF JAZZ: Emmet Cohen Trio
Buffalo AKG Art Museum Buffalo, NY, United States
Join us for an extraordinary performance debut at the Art of Jazz Series on Sunday, May 18, 2025, featuring the multifaceted American jazz pianist and composer Emmet Cohen. Renowned as…
$40 – $45
Jazz at Richardson Announcement!
We have three outstanding performances lined up for our 2025 Jazz at Richardson season! They all take place on Sundays and from 4 pm to 7 pm. Reserve the date of Sunday, August 31, during Labor Day weekend for our 4th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival!
ICYMI: JazzBuffalo Stories
JazzBuffalo, Beebe’s at the Gallery, and Wendell Rivera Present an Exciting and Vibrant Cinco de Mayo Celebration
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An Intimate Fusion of Latin Jazz, Art, and Authentic Mexican Flavors in Downtown Buffalo JazzBuffalo is delighted to team up with Hunt Art Gallery, Beebe’s at the Gallery, and Oralia […]
Announcing the Jazz at Richardson 2025 Season: A Musical Gathering For Our Community
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Four Free Summer Sundays of Live Jazz on the Richardson-Olmsted Lawn Buffalo’s summer Sundays are about to get much livelier: JazzBuffalo is thrilled to announce its 2025 Jazz at Richardson […]
“Jazz For Everyone” Campaign
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