JAZZ AT KLEINHANS
JazzBuffalo and Kleinhans Music Hall are proud to announce the creation of Jazz at Kleinhans, a bold new program that aims to establish Buffalo’s historic concert hall as a premier center for jazz performance and celebration. Going beyond the concept of a traditional series, Jazz at Kleinhans will serve as a home for jazz in Buffalo, offering a range of concerts and experiences across Kleinhans’ iconic spaces—the Main Hall, the Mary Seaton Room, and the intimate Blue Room.
The inaugural season will feature a dynamic lineup of internationally acclaimed artists and performances that highlight the enduring power of jazz and the Great American Songbook:
A Swingin’ Christmas with Louis Prima, Jr. & The Witnesses
Friday, December 5, 2025
A high-energy holiday spectacular filled with the joyful, brassy swing of the Prima legacy, reimagined for the season.
JazzBuffalo Link: https://jazzbuffalo.org/event/a-swingin-christmas-with-louis-prima-jr-and-the-witnesses/
Kleinhans Ticket Link: https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/louis-prima/
Celebrating Harold Arlen’s 121st Birthday, Featuring Tierney Sutton and Tamir Hendelman
Sunday, February 16, 2026
A captivating duo performance honoring Buffalo native Harold Arlen, spotlighting the timeless songs of one of America’s greatest composers.
JazzBuffalo Event Link: https://jazzbuffalo.org/event/jazz-at-kleinhans-celebrating-harold-arlens-121st-birthday-featuring-tierney-sutton/
Kleinhans Event Link: https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/tierney-sutton/
John Pizzarelli Trio
Sunday, April 26, 2026
The award-winning guitarist and vocalist brings his acclaimed artistry and wit to Buffalo for a night of classic swing, jazz, and storytelling.
JazzBuffalo Link: https://jazzbuffalo.org/event/jazz-at-kleinhans-john-pizzarelli-trio/
Kleinhans Event Link: https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/john-pizzarelli-trio/
Emmet Cohen Presents Miles & Coltrane at 100
Sunday, May 17, 2026
A special performance from the internationally celebrated pianist and his quintet, marking the centennial year of two of jazz’s towering legends.
JazzBuffalo Link: https://jazzbuffalo.org/event/jazz-at-kleinhans-emmet-cohen-presents-miles-coltrane-at-100/
Kleinhans Event Link: https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/emmet-cohen/
Through Jazz at Kleinhans, audiences will experience concerts that both honor jazz’s historic traditions and embrace its vibrant, evolving future. The program will not only highlight internationally renowned artists but also celebrate Buffalo’s own rich jazz heritage and its unique connection to the Great American Songbook.
“Buffalo deserves a jazz program that reflects the prestige of Kleinhans Music Hall and builds on our city’s deep cultural roots,” said Tony Zambito, Executive Director of JazzBuffalo and President of ArtsBuffalo, who is curating the program. “With Jazz at Kleinhans, we are creating more than a series—we’re building a home for jazz in Buffalo, a place where audiences can come together to celebrate the artistry, history, and future of this extraordinary music.”
“Kleinhans Music Hall has long been a place where the very best in music comes alive for our community,” said Jess Basil, General Manager of Kleinhans Music Hall. “We are thrilled to welcome Jazz at Kleinhans as a program that not only elevates jazz in Buffalo but also deepens our role as a cultural hub for the region. This collaboration with JazzBuffalo will ensure that our audiences experience the very best jazz has to offer—right here at Kleinhans.”
As Jazz at Kleinhans continues to evolve, audiences can look forward to more concerts, events, and unique experiences that will further establish Buffalo as a true home for jazz.
The inaugural Jazz at Kleinhans season promises to be an essential part of Buffalo’s cultural landscape, bringing together music lovers, the community, and some of the finest jazz and American Songbook artists performing today.
For a limited time, we’re making it even easier to enjoy the full Jazz at Kleinhans experience. For the first two weeks of ticket sales, patrons can save $15 by purchasing the Jazz at Kleinhans 4-Concert Package, which includes all four inaugural concerts in one convenient bundle. It’s the perfect way to secure your seats you select for all four concerts, enjoy every internationally acclaimed performance, and celebrate this exciting new chapter for jazz at Kleinhans and in the city of Buffalo—all while receiving a special early-bird discount.
Click here to purchase the Jazz at Kleinhans 4-Concert Package!
For tickets and more information, visit www.kleinhans.org or contact the Kleinhans Music Hall box office at 716-885-5000.
