Shared Experiences
As we turn the corner toward warmer days, we can begin to feel the excitement building for a summer filled with outdoor jazz and community gatherings. We kicked things off with the 10th Anniversary season of JazzMondays at the Tappo Rooftop, and the energy was incredible. Now, we look ahead to one of Buffalo’s favorite summer traditions—Jazz at Richardson—as well as the many fantastic jazz festivals that will bring us together under the open sky to celebrate the music we love.
This is the season when jazz truly becomes a shared experience in our city. I encourage you to make plans to join us and be part of this special community we’ve built together—where music, friendship, and special memories thrive. But before we go fully outdoors, we still have a few not-to-be-missed indoor concerts on the horizon that continue to showcase the incredible talent!
Warm regards,
Tony Zambito
Executive Director, JazzBuffalo
Next Art Meets Jazz to Feature Jazz Vocalist Ann Mitchell!
One of the state’s western and central regions’ finest jazz vocalists will be visiting Buffalo for a final spring Art Meets Jazz performance on Wednesday, June 18th. Ann will perform from her award-winning tribute to Peggy Lee with two outstanding musicians from the Rochester area, pianist John Gabriele and bassist Kyle Vock.
Wednesday, June 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Art Meets Jazz: Acclaimed Jazz Vocalist Ann Mitchell Sings a Tribute to Peggy Lee
Hunt Art Gallery/Beebe’s at the Gallery
A Tribute to Peggy Lee Ann Mitchell Jazz performs memorable hits and songs that were penned by Miss Peggy Lee, such as Fever, Why Don’t You Do Right, I’m A Woman…
$20
Caity Gyorgy – A Must-Attend Concert!
Catch a rising jazz star before the rest of the world does! JUNO-winning vocalist Caity Gyorgy is heading to major jazz festivals this summer—don’t miss your chance to see her in Buffalo at this intimate performance.
Act fast—each week brings Caity Gyorgy closer to stardom, and this is your chance to catch her on the rise! Fresh off her third JUNO win for Hello! How Are You?, Caity dropped a stunning duo album in April and just released “That Doesn’t Matter,” the first single from her upcoming string-arranged album. She’ll perform in Buffalo the night before taking the stage at Jazz at Lincoln Center, then heads to the Montreal and Monterey Jazz Festivals—two of the biggest in the world. With a sound that blends 1950s Great American Songbook charm with modern emotion and clarity, Caity is following in the footsteps of talents we’ve spotlighted like Veronica Swift and Samara Joy. Don’t wait—this is the one you’ll want to say you saw before a potential Grammy.
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
JazzMondays at Tappo Restaurant Rooftop Patio 10th Anniversary!
What a fabulous night we had celebrating the 10th Anniversary of JazzMondays with My Cousin Toné on the Tappo Restaurant Rooftop Patio! It was truly special to share in the joy of the moment with a champagne toast, tasty snacks, and a celebratory cake—all made possible thanks to the incredible generosity of Rocco Termini and the amazing Tappo staff. It was a night of memories, music, and community as we kicked off another season of celebrating the Great American Songbook under the summer sky. Join us each Monday—you won’t want to miss a cherished song! (Photos by Alexis Bandera)
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 Pick
This week’s pick welcomes Kyle Ohlson back to Buffalo with a vibrant, deeply rooted New Orleans sound. Two shows at Pausa Art House to enjoy what is sure to be a toe-tapping night of music.
Friday, May 30 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
The Ohlson Family Roadshow
Pausa Art House 19 Wadsworth Street, Buffalo, NY, United States
The Ohlson Family Roadshow is an American jazz band that has gained recognition for its vibrant and eclectic sound, deeply rooted in the rich musical traditions of New Orleans, Louisiana.
$15 – $20
Jazz at Richardson: Sunday, June 29th!
June is right around the corner, and we’ll have our first Jazz at Richardson on June 29th! The first will feature Ed Croft, Ivan Docenko, and David Wasik performing the music of the Vince Guaraldi Songbook! Charlie Brown music fans rejoice!
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Join us for a special evening with the three-time JUNO Award-winning jazz vocalist, as Buffalo continues to showcase the next generation of internationally acclaimed jazz artists. One of the most […]
Celebrating 10 Years of JazzMondays on the Tappo Rooftop: A Summer Tradition Rooted in the Great American Songbook
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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 […]
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