Art Meets Jazz Builds Downtown Revitalization
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our vibrant Cinco de Mayo – Art Meets Jazz celebration at Beebe’s at the Gallery and the Hunt Art Gallery! The fusion of Wendell Rivera’s Latin Jazz Quatro, stunning visual art, and an enthusiastic crowd made for a fun and memorable evening—another shining example of our community coming together to revitalize downtown Buffalo’s arts and culture landscape. Your energy and support continue to fuel our mission of uniting music and art in the heart of the city.
On Sunday, May 18th, we’re thrilled to welcome the Emmet Cohen Trio to the Buffalo AKG Art Museum for the final Art of Jazz Series concert of the season. This sold-out performance promises to bring yet another exceptional gathering—proof that Buffalo’s passion for live jazz helps drive our cultural and economic renaissance. Thank you for being part of JazzBuffalo’s ongoing journey to celebrate and strengthen our community through great music.
Warm regards,
Tony Zambito
Executive Director, JazzBuffalo
Art Meets Jazz – Internationally Acclaimed Guitarist Lenny Ranallo
Our Art Meets Jazz Series has been an enriching opportunity to hear music you normally would not have the chance to enjoy. The next Art Meets Jazz event welcomes home a WNY native who is now an internationally acclaimed classical and jazz guitarist. Join us for a special evening of intimate and outstanding musicianship in a rare treat performance consisting of a mix of jazz, Latin, and classical music.
Wednesday, May 21 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Art Meets Jazz: Lenny Ranallo Returns Home for a Special Performance!
Hunt Art Gallery/Beebe’s at the Gallery
Lenny Ranallo Returns Home for a Special Art Meets Jazz Performance! Drawing inspiration from Bach to Bill Evans to Coltrane and beyond, internationally acclaimed American guitarist Leonard “Lenny” Ranallo…
$20
Click this link to reserve your seat now! Art Meets Jazz: Lenny Ranallo
Caity Gyorgy – A Must-Attend Concert!
We keep highlighting this event because, with each passing week, it becomes even more unmissable. Rising-star vocalist Caity Gyorgy earned her third JUNO Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album with Hello! How Are You?. On April 16, she released Asking for Trouble, a duo album with Mark Limacher celebrating the songs of Frank Loesser (Guys and Dolls). And don’t miss her new single, That Doesn’t Matter, arriving May 16 as part of a full-string-arranged album due out this summer!
She’s set to appear at major festivals this summer, including her debut at the Monterey Jazz Festival. With her distinctive vocals and songwriting gifts—qualities that truly set her apart in the world of jazz vocalists—it won’t be long before she claims a Grammy win.
How does that old saying go? Trust me, you will not want to miss this!
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
–>> Please watch this! Two of the greatest next-generation artists together! Caity Gyorgy and Emmet Cohen!
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
The theme of these picks all relates to supporting efforts in our community. Kleinhans Music Hall holds their annual fundraiser with super music by the Lance Tanner Duo and Carina and the Six String Preacher. Lindsey Holland leads an ensemble of exceptional next-generation performers in a tribute to Kurt Elling. And Krista Seddon continues her masterful series at Trinity.
Friday, May 9 @ 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Rhythm & Brews
Kleinhans Music Hall – Mary Seaton Room Symphony Circle 3, Buffalo, NY, United States
Rhythm & Brews Friday, May 9, 2025 VIP Doors at 5:30 PM | General Admission Doors at 6:30 PM The Mary Seaton Room Tickets include: food, drink, live music, and a commemorative beer glass Kleinhans Music Hall’s beloved annual fundraiser, Rhythm and Brews, returns on Friday, May 9, 2025, from 6:30 pm-9:00 pm in the…
$50 – $90
Thursday, May 8 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Lindsey Holland Presents the Music of Kurt Elling
Pausa Art House 19 Wadsworth Street, Buffalo, NY, United States
Join the exceptionally talented Lindsey Holland and a selection of Buffalo’s most esteemed musicians as they embark on a captivating journey through the extensive repertoire of the multi-award-winning jazz…
$13 – $15
Friday, May 9 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Krista Seddon’s Trinity Jazz Series
Krista Seddon’s Trinity Jazz Series
The Chapel at Trinity Episcopal Church 371 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY, United States
Join us at Trinity Chapel as we embark on a celebration of the Four Crown Jewels of Buffalo’s Musical Heyday: The Artists, Their Stories, Their Music. The series…
$30orgy
Art of Jazz Series: Emmet Cohen Trio – 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 incredible support of this year’s Art of Jazz Series! It’s been a fantastic season filled with unforgettable performances. We’re already hard at work planning the 2026 lineup and can’t wait to bring you another spectacular season of 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
–>> Art of Jazz Series: Community Spotlight Conversation
On Sunday, May 18, at 2:40 pm, we’ll welcome Peter Hunt to the stage for our Community Spotlight Conversation. Peter, Chairman and CEO of Hunt Real Estate, has been a longtime sponsor of the Art of Jazz Series and is a passionate community leader dedicated to the revitalization of the city of Buffalo. Join us for what promises to be a fascinating and insightful conversation!
JazzMondays at Tappo Restaurant Rooftop Patio 10th Anniversary!
10 Years of JazzMondays! We kick off the 10th Anniversary Season of JazzMondays at the Tappo Restaurant Rooftop Patio on Memorial Day — Monday, May 26! Join us as we celebrate this incredible milestone with My Cousin Tone’ for a night of celebrating timeless tunes from the Great American Songbook. We’ll have a complimentary champagne toast and cake for all!
This summer, come experience the freshly remodeled rooftop — featuring a brand-new bar, updated layout, updated furniture, and the same memorable vibes under the open sky. Mark your calendars, bring your friends and family, and help us launch another season of community, music, and summer magic in downtown Buffalo!
ICYMI: JazzBuffalo Stories
Exciting 4th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival Lineup Revealed
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Five Performances Set To Thrill Audiences Set against the storied grounds of the Richardson Hotel and the historic Richardson-Olmsted Campus, the 4th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival returns Sunday, August 31st, […]
May Showcases Five Exciting Jazz Events
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Jazz Will Shine All Month Long In May! May bursts into life on Monday, May 5th with our festive Cinco de Mayo Celebration featuring the Wendell Rivera Latin Jazz Quatro […]
“Jazz For Everyone” Campaign
Join our “Jazz For Everyone” campaign starting in April! Your support and proceeds help us bring the magic of jazz and the timeless American Songbook to our community through exciting events like Jazz at Richardson, the Buffalo Jazz Festival, and future endeavors like the American Songbook Experience series. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps make these cultural experiences accessible to hundreds of people throughout our communities through free events or by keeping fees low. Thank you for helping us create unforgettable moments and enrich lives through music!
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