Where Buffalo Gathers for Summer
For many of us, summer arrives with a calendar full of activities. For the jazz community, summer arrives with opportunities to gather.
Over the past year, we have witnessed something truly encouraging. Audiences have filled Kleinhans Music Hall to celebrate the Great American Songbook. The Jazz Lounge at The Statler has become a welcoming gathering place. JazzMondays continues to bring together familiar faces and new friends alike. Throughout Buffalo, people are rediscovering the joy of sharing live music and meaningful experiences together.
What makes this especially meaningful is that it goes beyond the music itself.
Jazz has always been about connection. The Great American Songbook continues to remind us of cherished memories and timeless stories. These experiences help create a sense of community that strengthens our city and enriches our lives.
Now, as we start another summer, we are filled with gratitude and excitement. Gratitude for the artists, supporters, sponsors, venues, volunteers, and audiences who make this community possible. Excitement for what lies ahead. The Summer of Jazz is almost here. And we look forward to gathering with you.
JazzBuffalo: Where Buffalo Gathers for Jazz.
With gratitude,
Tony Zambito
Executive Director, JazzBuffalo
Discounted Jazz at Kleinhans 2026-2027 4-Concert Package Available Until July 13th! ACT NOW!
At Jazz at Kleinhans, we’ve witnessed something remarkable over the past year. Audiences have gathered at Kleinhans Music Hall to celebrate jazz, the Great American Songbook, and the timeless music that continues to tell our stories through memorable melodies and meaningful lyrics. From John Pizzarelli’s tribute to Tony Bennett to Emmet Cohen’s celebration of Miles and Coltrane, we’ve seen a growing community come together around the shared experience of live music.
That journey continues next season with the award-winning line-up of Nicole Zuraitis, Champian Fulton, Carmen Bradford, Vanessa Perea, Ann Hampton Callaway, and Alfredo Rodriguez. For just under one more month, the Jazz at Kleinhans 4-Concert Package remains available at the special subscription rate of $178—less than $45 per concert. Ends July 13th!
PLEASE NOTE: Individual concert seats to go on sale July 13. ACT NOW to reserve your preferred seats for all four concerts!
PLEASE NOTE: the Sunday, December 6 concert has been moved from 3 pm to 2 pm to accommodate fans wanting to get home for the start of the Buffalo Bills vs. New England game at 4:30 pm.
Learn more and tickets here: Jazz at Kleinhans at KleinhansBuffalo.org
Reserve your 4-concert package seats now – $178 and less than $45 per concert: Reserve Seats Now
Rare Special Event: Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves Celebrate the Ballads of John Coltrane – APRIL 22, 2027
THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 2027
RESERVE YOUR SEATS AT THIS LINK: https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/marsalis-reeves/
An extraordinary and deeply expressive collaboration, Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves bring to life the timeless ballads of John Coltrane with artistry, intimacy, and emotional depth. More than a concert, it is a rare musical experience—one that invites us to listen closely through some of the most beautiful and enduring music in jazz. A TRULY SPECIAL EVENT FOR JAZZ AT KLEINHANS AND BUFFALO!
Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves Celebrate the Ballads of John Coltrane
Featured Thursday, April 22, 2027 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pmKleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United States
A Landmark Jazz at Kleinhans Main Hall Event at Kleinhans Music Hall! Some music asks to be heard. John Coltrane’s ballads ask to be felt. On April 22, 2027, Jazz…
$70 – $100
JazzBuffalo Pick
See the terrific pianist and Gershwin extraordinaire, Elliot Sneider.
Elliot Sneider presents: Merciful TRVLR Ensemble
Thursday, June 18 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pmPausa Art House 19 Wadsworth Street, Buffalo, NY, United States
Building on the momentum of their recent Tribute to Jack DeJohnette, the Merciful TRVLR ensemble returns to Pausa with a new program centered on original music and collective improvisation. Rooted in the same spirit of deep listening and musical conversation, the group expands beyond the repertoire to explore new compositions shaped by each member’s voice.
$15 – $17
Check Upcoming Jazz at JazzBuffalo.org
As we enter the summer season, 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-event
Summer of Jazz 2026!
This summer, the JazzBuffalo and ArtsBuffalo Summer of Jazz Series, in partnership with Tappo Restaurant, returns to Ellicott Street with four special Sundays featuring many of your favorites and winners from the annual JazzBuffalo Poll. From big band swing and Latin jazz to hot club sounds and traditional jazz, downtown Buffalo will once again come alive with music, community, and summertime energy.
Mark your calendars now for July 12, July 26, August 9, and August 23 from 4 pm to 7 pm—and keep your fingers crossed for beautiful Buffalo summer weather!
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