A Legacy Worth Celebrating
This past Sunday, we opened Jazz at Kleinhans 2026 in a way that perfectly reflects why this program exists — with a meaningful celebration of one of Buffalo’s greatest musical legacies, Harold Arlen.
The Harold Arlen Celebration is more than a concert. It is a statement. It says that Buffalo honors artistry at the highest levels. It says that the music born here — the music that shaped the American Songbook — deserves to be presented in a hall worthy of its brilliance. And it says that jazz, in all its sophistication and spirit, has a true home in our city.
With Jazz at Kleinhans, we are establishing something lasting: Buffalo’s premier jazz home — a place where internationally acclaimed artists perform in one of the world’s great halls, and where our community gathers to experience this extraordinary American art form together.
The energy in the hall affirmed what we have long believed — Buffalo is ready. Ready to embrace world-class jazz. Ready to support ambitious programming. Ready to build something that reflects the cultural depth and pride of our city.
And we are just getting started.
As we look ahead to the remainder of this season, we are filled with excitement — and gratitude. Gratitude for your belief in this vision. Gratitude for your presence in the hall. Gratitude for your trust as we continue building this program together.
Please be sure to save the date: Sunday, February 7, for the 3rd Annual Harold Arlen Celebration, featuring Tony Award nominee Ann Hampton Calloway. It promises to be another unforgettable afternoon honoring Buffalo’s most iconic songwriter with the elegance and artistry his music deserves.
Thank you for being part of this journey. What we are creating is not simply a concert series — it is a cultural cornerstone for Buffalo.
And the best is yet to come.
With gratitude,
Tony Zambito
Executive Director, JazzBuffalo
The Jazz Lounge Expands!
The response to The Jazz Lounge experience and concept has been nothing short of overwhelming. After our first four nights sold out, we’ve been flooded with emails and phone calls from people hoping to attend.
To meet this incredible demand, we’re moving The Jazz Lounge to the vintage Rendezvous Room at the Statler—a historic, atmospheric space that perfectly matches our vision. And yes, we’re committed to delivering the same intimate, high‑quality experience that defined the first sold‑out night.
Please take a moment to read the full announcement in the stories section for all the details. Most importantly, we are reopening reservations for all scheduled Jazz Lounge events in the new location.
Don’t delay—based on the response so far, these newly released spots will go quickly. Reserve your spot now:
February 26: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-jazz-lounge-at-miltons-tickets-1974524219092?aff=oddtdtcreator
March 26: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-jazz-lounge-at-miltons-tickets-1974526696502?aff=oddtdtcreator
April 30: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-jazz-lounge-at-miltons-tickets-1974527976330?aff=oddtdtcreator
May 28: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-jazz-lounge-at-miltons-tickets-1974528279236?aff=oddtdtcreator
Jazz at Kleinhans!
First, there are just a handful of tickets left for John Pizzarelli and Emmet Cohen. So act soon!
And – don’t forget we have the Grammy-Nominated project BEATrio and Grammy-Winner Gregory Porter.
Reserve all remaining Jazz at Kleinhans and help create Buffalo’s Premier Jazz Program and Center!
https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=31
Art Meets Jazz!
We had a super festive start to 2026! Make plans for March 18th – and April and May!
Art Meets Jazz Returns for a Vibrant Winter/Spring 2026!
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Four Intimate Nights Where Music, Art, and Community Meet As we look ahead to winter and spring 2026, Art Meets Jazz continues to grow into one of JazzBuffalo’s most distinctive […]
Check Upcoming Jazz at JazzBuffalo.org
As we enter a new year, Buffalo comes alive with jazz performances and concerts. 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. With many unique events submitted weekly, we encourage you to visit the website regularly to discover where jazz is happening. Click here to view all the upcoming events!
https://jazzbuffalo.org/upcoming-events
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A fundraising cause to support!
Jazz for a Cause with The Cousins Trio – Rotary Club of Buffalo Sunrise Fundraiser
Wednesday, February 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Live Jazz by Cousins Trio Renowned jazz musicians delivering an intimate, high-energy live set. Silent Auction Wine Wall Curated Gift Baskets Gift Certificates from local businesses Can’t Attend? You Can Still Support! Click the link below for ticket purchase! https://buffalo-sunrise-rotary.betterworld.org/events/pauza-jazz-night Tax-deductible donations may be made in lieu of attending through the Rotary Club…
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Downtown Comes Alive Tomorrow: Art Meets Jazz at the Renewed Beebe’s on the Square
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Why You Should Join Us on February 18 For years, downtown Buffalo has sought new formulas to bring life back into its historic core — places where people can gather, […]
Buffalo Honors Its Greatest Songwriter: Harold Arlen at 121
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A reverent afternoon at Kleinhans Music Hall featuring Tierney Sutton and Tamir Hendelman affirms a growing February tradition — celebrating Arlen’s enduring genius with artistry of the highest order. On […]
Art Meets Jazz Returns to New Beebe’s on the Square
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A special Mardi Gras–inspired evening launches the Winter/Spring Art Meets Jazz series with live trad jazz, a fresh menu, Ray Skalski’s jazz paintings, and a new chapter for downtown Buffalo. […]
The Jazz Lounge Expands Due to Overwhelming Enthusiasm
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Moving to the Rendezvous Room to welcome more of our community—while preserving the lounge experience you expect We’re excited to share an important update about The Jazz Lounge—one that comes […]
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Many thanks to those who have explored and contributed via Patreon. JazzBuffalo grows and supports the need to enrich our community through jazz. Will you consider becoming a JazzBuffalo Patron to continue the development of JazzBuffalo as an integral part of what makes our city one of the best for arts and culture in the country? Click on the Become A Patron link below and become a supporting patron for as little as $1/month.
