The Rhythm of Summer Jazz
As we enter into summer this June (higher temps, please!), the rhythm of jazz in Buffalo begins to move outdoors—and with it comes the chance to share music, sunshine, and community like no other time of year. From rooftop evenings at Tappo to park lawn concerts such as Jazz at Richardson, the season gives us countless opportunities to come together and celebrate what makes jazz—and Buffalo—so special.
We’re especially looking forward to seeing the many smiling faces we’ve come to know over the years and welcoming new ones into our growing community. Whether it’s your first time or your hundredth, there’s always a place for you in the music offered for our community. So grab a chair, bring your spirit, and join us for a summer filled with enjoyable moments.
Warm regards,
Tony Zambito
Executive Director, JazzBuffalo
Check Upcoming Jazz at JazzBuffalo.org
As summer gets underway, Buffalo comes alive with outdoor jazz performances, concerts, and festivals. Be sure to visit the Upcoming Events section on JazzBuffalo.org to stay current on all the live jazz taking place throughout the city and region. From rooftop evenings to concerts in the park, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season. With many unique events submitted weekly, we encourage you to check the website often to find out where jazz is happening. Click here to view all the upcoming events!
https://jazzbuffalo.org/upcoming-events
JazzMondays at Tappo Restaurant Rooftop Patio 10th Anniversary!
Join us as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of JazzMondays on the newly renovated rooftop patio at Tappo Restaurant! For a decade, we’ve made Monday nights in downtown Buffalo sparkle with the timeless charm of the Great American Songbook—and we’re just getting started. Enjoy golden hour views, delicious food and drinks, and the swinging sounds of My Cousin Tone’ every Monday now through Labor Day. Make it a summer tradition—and if you’re planning something special, you can even reserve the rooftop for your own private party! Visit tappoitalian.com for details.
Next Art Meets Jazz to Feature Jazz Vocalist Ann Mitchell in a Tribute to Peggy Lee!
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.
You’ve been thinking about it… Now’s the time to make the leap and reserve 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
JazzBuffalo Picks
This week’s picks shine a light on a special tribute to Shirley Horn by Cheryl Ferris, and we welcome home the extraordinary saxophonist James Brandon Lewis in a recent project that pushes the boundaries of jazz.
Friday, June 6 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Cheryl Ferris & Lisa Hasselback- A Tribute to Shirley Horn
Pausa Art House 19 Wadsworth Street, Buffalo, NY, United States
Singer and pianist Shirley Horn was one of the leading jazz musicians of her generation. During her long and illustrious career, she delighted audiences throughout the world. If you are unfamiliar with the recordings and performances of Shirley Horn, you are sure to be captivated and enlightened as the evening progresses. Each of the musicians…
Saturday, June 7 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis
9th Ward at Babeville 341 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY, United States
The Messthetics are an instrumental trio from Washington DC featuring the rhythm section of Fugazi, Joe Lally on Bass and Brendan Canty on drums, along with the virtuosic Anthony Pirog on guitar. After forming in 2018, they toured extensively and made two albums for the legendary punk label Dischord Records. In 2023 they teamed up..
$20 – $25
Jazz at Richardson: Sunday, June 29th!
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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Caity Gyorgy: A Star Jazz Vocalist in the Making
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