Click link for information on submitting events.
Calendar of Events
S Sun
M Mon
T Tue
W Wed
T Thu
F Fri
S Sat
3 events,
Infinity Avenue: A Concert, Retrospective, and 70th Birthday with Robert Carl
Infinity Avenue: A Concert, Retrospective, and 70th Birthday with Robert Carl
“Robert Carl’s music, to my ear at least, has always felt like the work of a particularly sensitive sonic observer of the world. Originally a student of history before he refocused his efforts into music, his interest in time, memory, and space are veins running through his compositions, his work more given to conjuring imagery [...]
Brian Torff Group: A Tribute to Black Music
Brian Torff Group: A Tribute to Black Music
Please join us for a live musical celebration of Black History Month with The Brian Torff Group, a collective dedicated to revitalizing the essence of American music. In a program that blends original songs with classic Delta Blues, it will highlight the profound impact of Black music on American culture. Torff's engaging on-stage stories draw [...]
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Join us for the 21st season of the Baby Grand Jazz series, beginning on Sunday, January 5, 2025. The free series runs from January to April, except Easter Sunday, April 20. Enjoy Sunday afternoon concerts at 3:00 p.m. (doors open at 2:00 p.m.) at the Downtown Library's Center for Contemporary Culture at 500 Main Street, [...]
3 events,
Tuxedo Junction
Tuxedo Junction
Your Swing Dance Band There is nothing like dancing in front of a live band. When the sounds of swing fill the air, people from every generation tap their feet, get on the dance floor, and forget their cares. Composed of 18 skillful musicians, Tuxedo Junction has earned its reputation as Connecticut’s most energizing swing band. So come out to [...]
New Haven Improvisers Collective (workshop)
New Haven Improvisers Collective (workshop)
Last Monday of every month, 7:30-10:30 PM The New Haven Improvisers Collective is dedicated to bringing improvised music to New Haven. Bring your instrument to the next NHIC improvised music workshop. Visit the website below and send your contact information to info@nhic-music.org https://www.nhic-music.org
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Every Monday. No cover. Just Jazz. Join us in the craft bar (upstairs) to enjoy the Hartford Jazz Orchestra! Swing by to soak up the toe-tapping, sophisticated sounds of the HJO.
2 events,
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin is the bassist and task-master of this adventurous 18-piece group that tackles all kinds of 'difficult' music, from Frank Zappa's "The Grand Wazoo" and Billy Cobham's "Crosswinds" to the Brecker Brothers' "Sponge," Weather Report's "Man in the Green Shirt" Miles Davis' "It's About That Time," Herbie Hancock's "Hang Up Your Hangups" and Jaco [...]
5 events,
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Nicky Davis
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Nicky Davis
Located in downtown Hartford, for the aficionado, musician, or the curious first-timer, Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jams are the best taste of live jazz in Hartford. Set in the southern juke joint atmosphere of Black-eyed Sally’s, these jam sessions will strike a chord as you hear what our local talent has to offer, with regular [...]
Stanley Street Big Band
Stanley Street Big Band
The Stanley Street Big Band is an 18-piece band composed of outstanding musicians from the Greater Hartford and Springfield areas. Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month the band performs the best in swing, classic, and contemporary big band music. C'mon down to Kinsmen Brewing Company and enjoy a custom brew, great food and swinging big [...]
3 events,
Jazz at Lincoln Center – New Orleans Songbook
Jazz at Lincoln Center – New Orleans Songbook
Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents brings the soul of New Orleans and the spirit of Mardi Gras to a program celebrating the composers and inspired songs of the city that is the historic epicenter of jazz. From Jelly Roll Morton and Louis Armstrong to Ellis Marsalis and James Black, New Orleans has long been an [...]
A World of Piano: Matthew Shipp
A World of Piano: Matthew Shipp
Matthew Shipp (piano) With his unique and recognizable style, pianist Matthew Shipp has worked and recorded vigorously since the late '80s, creating music in which free jazz and modern classical intertwined. He first became well known in the early '90s as the pianist in the David S. Ware Quartet, and soon began leading his own [...]
3 events,
Jazz at Three Sheets
Jazz at Three Sheets
David Chevan: I'll be playing a set of Latin Jazz with students from my Latin Jazz Ensemble at SCSU. We’re going to feature some Latin classics interspersed with a few tunes from Brazil. That set is from 6-7 and that is followed directly at 7:30 by a jam session that lasts until 9 pm. I’ll [...]
A World of Piano: Greg Burk
A World of Piano: Greg Burk
Greg Burk (piano) “Burk’s improvising is lucid, unconventional...on target” -Bob Blumenthal, Boston Globe Born in Lansing Michigan, pianist and composer Greg Burk grew up in a culturally diverse and musical household. His father, Dennis Burk, was an internationally active conductor and the son of Russian and Polish immigrants. Greg's mother, Giovanna Collonelli, moved from her [...]
3 events,
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
The Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam is one of the longest running traditions at Cafe Nine. Each week join a new house band as they play a set before it opens up into an open jam. Bring your instrument and come sit in with the band! Admission is always free and children/youngsters are always welcome.
A World of Piano: Sylvie Courvoisier
A World of Piano: Sylvie Courvoisier
Sylvie Courvoisier (piano) Pianist-composer Sylvie Courvoisier, a Brooklyn-based native of Switzerland and winner of Germany’s International Jazz Piano Prize in 2022, has earned renown for balancing two distinct worlds: the deep, richly detailed chamber music of her European roots and the grooving, hook-laden sounds of the avant-jazz scene in New York City, her home for [...]
3 events,
Dr. G’s Jazz Brunch
Dr. G’s Jazz Brunch
Upcoming "special guests" for Dr. G's Jazz Brunch held on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays from 12pm (noon) until 3pm at Quattro's Italian Restaurant: 1/19- Ben Bilello -bebop drummer 2/02- Naomi Wharry- jazz vocal & trombone 2/16- Billy Cofrances- alto saxophone 3/02- Giacomo Gates-world renown jazz vocalist 3/16- Harvey Martin- trombone 4/06- John Brasile [...]
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Join us for the 21st season of the Baby Grand Jazz series, beginning on Sunday, January 5, 2025. The free series runs from January to April, except Easter Sunday, April 20. Enjoy Sunday afternoon concerts at 3:00 p.m. (doors open at 2:00 p.m.) at the Downtown Library's Center for Contemporary Culture at 500 Main Street, [...]
2 events,
Tuxedo Junction
Tuxedo Junction
Your Swing Dance Band There is nothing like dancing in front of a live band. When the sounds of swing fill the air, people from every generation tap their feet, get on the dance floor, and forget their cares. Composed of 18 skillful musicians, Tuxedo Junction has earned its reputation as Connecticut’s most energizing swing band. So come out to [...]
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Every Monday. No cover. Just Jazz. Join us in the craft bar (upstairs) to enjoy the Hartford Jazz Orchestra! Swing by to soak up the toe-tapping, sophisticated sounds of the HJO.
3 events,
Scoville Unit Jazz Band – Mardi Gras Celebration
Scoville Unit Jazz Band – Mardi Gras Celebration
Join us for an evening of jazz and great seafood to celebrate Mardi Gras. Nathan Edwards (saxophone), Lou Bocciarelli (bass), Tom Defaria (drums), Timothy Lewis (guitar). Trio from 5-6PM, full band 6-8PM.
Jazz Showcase: Spotlight on the Music of Quincy Jones & Benny Golson
Jazz Showcase: Spotlight on the Music of Quincy Jones & Benny Golson
Featuring Jazz Ensemble I, Chapel Jazz & Jazz Lab Ensembles, Vocal Jazz Ensemble & Chamber Jazz combos Jeffrey W. Holmes, Thomas Giampietro, Mitch Chakour, Forest Loomis-Dulong, directors Quincy Delight Jones Jr. (March 14, 1933 – November 3, 2024) was an American record producer, composer, arranger, conductor, trumpeter, and bandleader. He was a music industry giant [...]
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin is the bassist and task-master of this adventurous 18-piece group that tackles all kinds of 'difficult' music, from Frank Zappa's "The Grand Wazoo" and Billy Cobham's "Crosswinds" to the Brecker Brothers' "Sponge," Weather Report's "Man in the Green Shirt" Miles Davis' "It's About That Time," Herbie Hancock's "Hang Up Your Hangups" and Jaco [...]
4 events,
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Gary Smulyan
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Gary Smulyan
Located in downtown Hartford, for the aficionado, musician, or the curious first-timer, Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jams are the best taste of live jazz in Hartford. Set in the southern juke joint atmosphere of Black-eyed Sally’s, these jam sessions will strike a chord as you hear what our local talent has to offer, with regular [...]
Light Upon Blight Ensemble
Light Upon Blight Ensemble
NHIC Records announces the release of the new album from The Light Upon Blight Ensemble: CENTURY. This record encompasses a wealth of musical styles and genres. Rooted in psych-jazz, progressive rock, post rock and free jazz, it also features elements of straight ahead jazz, contemporary classical, electric blues and pop. A century of influences, synthesized [...]
0 events,
5 events,
Jazz at Three Sheets
Jazz at Three Sheets
David Chevan: I'll be playing a set of Latin Jazz with students from my Latin Jazz Ensemble at SCSU. We’re going to feature some Latin classics interspersed with a few tunes from Brazil. That set is from 6-7 and that is followed directly at 7:30 by a jam session that lasts until 9 pm. I’ll [...]
Sally Terrell Quartet
Sally Terrell Quartet
7:00 PM & 9:00 PM - $37 Sally Terrell’s professional singing career may be a “second act” following thirty years as an English professor, but music has always been her first passion. A native of Youngstown, New York, she began playing piano and singing at age six, poking out melodies alongside her father, a classically [...]
5 events,
Litchfield Jazz Camp Talent Search Finals
Litchfield Jazz Camp Talent Search Finals
The stage is set for an inspiring afternoon of jazz as the Litchfield Jazz Camp Talent Search Finals take place at the Litchfield Community Center, 421 Bantam Rd, Litchfield. Seventeen outstanding young musicians, selected from a competitive pool of audition tapes, will vie for scholarships to the 2025 sessions of Litchfield Jazz Camp (LJC) at [...]
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
The Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam is one of the longest running traditions at Cafe Nine. Each week join a new house band as they play a set before it opens up into an open jam. Bring your instrument and come sit in with the band! Admission is always free and children/youngsters are always welcome.
The Gatsby Party – Al Fenton Big Band
The Gatsby Party – Al Fenton Big Band
Why You Shouldn’t Miss Out: Let loose to the live, energetic tunes of the Al Fenton Big Band—a treat for any jazz lover. Come in your finest 1920s attire! Bring Your Own Cheer: This event is BYOB and BYO Snacks, so pack your best prohibition-era cocktails and treats. Tickets: Regular: $35 Museum Members: $30 Grab your [...]
2 events,
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Join us for the 21st season of the Baby Grand Jazz series, beginning on Sunday, January 5, 2025. The free series runs from January to April, except Easter Sunday, April 20. Enjoy Sunday afternoon concerts at 3:00 p.m. (doors open at 2:00 p.m.) at the Downtown Library's Center for Contemporary Culture at 500 Main Street, [...]
JHunter Group
JHunter Group
Live Jazz, Blues and other grooves and Great Food Lisa Marien vocalist Steve Marien saxophonist Rufus Davis pianist James Hunter bassist Randy Cloutier drums
2 events,
Tuxedo Junction
Tuxedo Junction
Your Swing Dance Band There is nothing like dancing in front of a live band. When the sounds of swing fill the air, people from every generation tap their feet, get on the dance floor, and forget their cares. Composed of 18 skillful musicians, Tuxedo Junction has earned its reputation as Connecticut’s most energizing swing band. So come out to [...]
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Every Monday. No cover. Just Jazz. Join us in the craft bar (upstairs) to enjoy the Hartford Jazz Orchestra! Swing by to soak up the toe-tapping, sophisticated sounds of the HJO.
4 events,
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin is the bassist and task-master of this adventurous 18-piece group that tackles all kinds of 'difficult' music, from Frank Zappa's "The Grand Wazoo" and Billy Cobham's "Crosswinds" to the Brecker Brothers' "Sponge," Weather Report's "Man in the Green Shirt" Miles Davis' "It's About That Time," Herbie Hancock's "Hang Up Your Hangups" and Jaco [...]
7 events,
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Aidan Slate
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Aidan Slate
Located in downtown Hartford, for the aficionado, musician, or the curious first-timer, Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jams are the best taste of live jazz in Hartford. Set in the southern juke joint atmosphere of Black-eyed Sally’s, these jam sessions will strike a chord as you hear what our local talent has to offer, with regular [...]
Stanley Street Big Band
Stanley Street Big Band
The Stanley Street Big Band is an 18-piece band composed of outstanding musicians from the Greater Hartford and Springfield areas. Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month the band performs the best in swing, classic, and contemporary big band music. C'mon down to Kinsmen Brewing Company and enjoy a custom brew, great food and swinging big [...]
3 events,
New Haven Improvisers Collective performance series
New Haven Improvisers Collective performance series
A new music series at Never Ending Books on the 2nd Thursday of every month. It will feature groups and ad hoc combinations of New Haven Improvisers Collective folks. Aaron Pond group (from Philadelphia) Barry Seroff solo Combo NHIC (Paul McGuire, Angel Martinez ++) Show up with your instrument before 7pm and join COMBO NHIC.
Camille Thurman & Darrell Green Quartet
Camille Thurman & Darrell Green Quartet
“You’re hard-pressed to find rising talents more exciting than Camille Thurman.” —The New York Times As an accomplished composer, esteemed saxophonist, vocalist, and unique interpreter of the jazz tradition, Camille Thurman is quickly becoming one of the leading standard bearers of the art form. This New York City native is already breaking records and making [...]
5 events,
Jazz at Three Sheets
Jazz at Three Sheets
David Chevan: I'll be playing a set of Latin Jazz with students from my Latin Jazz Ensemble at SCSU. We’re going to feature some Latin classics interspersed with a few tunes from Brazil. That set is from 6-7 and that is followed directly at 7:30 by a jam session that lasts until 9 pm. I’ll [...]
Mimi Jones And The Black Madonna Experience
Mimi Jones And The Black Madonna Experience
For the more than two decades she’s been on the scene, bassist/vocalist/producer/label owner and now filmmaker Mimi Jones has reigned supreme, as a side woman to an impressive coterie of musicians and as a leader with three CDs on her own label, (Hot Tone Music) featuring the Mimi Jones Band. Her newest release for the [...]
Sean Mason Quartet
Sean Mason Quartet
Sean Mason - Piano Tony Glausi - Trumpet Felix Moseholm - Bass Domo Branch - Drums Sean Mason, renowned for his innovative approach and versatile musical expression, has established himself as a prominent figure in jazz. A native of Charlotte, North Carolina, he is celebrated for both his original compositions and his masterful interpretations that [...]
4 events,
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
The Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam is one of the longest running traditions at Cafe Nine. Each week join a new house band as they play a set before it opens up into an open jam. Bring your instrument and come sit in with the band! Admission is always free and children/youngsters are always welcome.
A Community Gathering & Concert Celebrating Zaccai & Luques Curtis
A Community Gathering & Concert Celebrating Zaccai & Luques Curtis
Real Art Ways, in partnership with the Greater Hartford Arts Council, Hartford Jazz Society, Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz, Artists Collective, WWUH, Jackie McLean Institute at The Hartt School, and Hartford Public Library, presents a concert and community celebration featuring the Curtis Brothers & Friends! On February 2, 2025, pianist-composer Zaccai Curtis, along with his [...]
Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Returning after their sold out 2023 show, The Preservation Hall Jazz Band embodies the rich heritage of traditional New Orleans jazz. Founded in 1961, they celebrate and preserve the vibrant sounds of jazz through captivating performances. With a talented ensemble of musicians, the band honors classic jazz while infusing contemporary elements, offering audiences an unforgettable [...]
3 events,
Improvisations Now at Real Art Ways
Improvisations Now at Real Art Ways
Improvisations Now is a monthly series of concerts programmed by Joe Morris. Joe invites a diverse group of dynamic, innovative musicians, all important members of the global improvised music scene, and performs with them. The music is completely improvised. Every concert is different. The 2024-2025 season begins on Sunday, September 22, 2024, and goes through May [...]
Dr. G’s Jazz Brunch
Dr. G’s Jazz Brunch
Upcoming "special guests" for Dr. G's Jazz Brunch held on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays from 12pm (noon) until 3pm at Quattro's Italian Restaurant: 1/19- Ben Bilello -bebop drummer 2/02- Naomi Wharry- jazz vocal & trombone 2/16- Billy Cofrances- alto saxophone 3/02- Giacomo Gates-world renown jazz vocalist 3/16- Harvey Martin- trombone 4/06- John Brasile [...]
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library – Jonathan Suazo Quartet
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library – Jonathan Suazo Quartet
Join us for the 21st season of the Baby Grand Jazz series, beginning on Sunday, January 5, 2025. The free series runs from January to April, except Easter Sunday, April 20. Enjoy Sunday afternoon concerts at 3:00 p.m. (doors open at 2:00 p.m.) at the Downtown Library's Center for Contemporary Culture at 500 Main Street, [...]
2 events,
Tuxedo Junction
Tuxedo Junction
Your Swing Dance Band There is nothing like dancing in front of a live band. When the sounds of swing fill the air, people from every generation tap their feet, get on the dance floor, and forget their cares. Composed of 18 skillful musicians, Tuxedo Junction has earned its reputation as Connecticut’s most energizing swing band. So come out to [...]
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Every Monday. No cover. Just Jazz. Join us in the craft bar (upstairs) to enjoy the Hartford Jazz Orchestra! Swing by to soak up the toe-tapping, sophisticated sounds of the HJO.
2 events,
Warren Byrd / Saskia Laroo
Warren Byrd / Saskia Laroo
Saskia Laroo and Warren Byrd will perform a jazz concert celebrating the life of Paisley Ramirez. Saskia Laroo on trumpet Warren Byrd on keys and vocals Matt Dwonszyk on bass Curtis Torian on drums Free entrance for all guests Jam session afterwards: bring your instruments!
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin is the bassist and task-master of this adventurous 18-piece group that tackles all kinds of 'difficult' music, from Frank Zappa's "The Grand Wazoo" and Billy Cobham's "Crosswinds" to the Brecker Brothers' "Sponge," Weather Report's "Man in the Green Shirt" Miles Davis' "It's About That Time," Herbie Hancock's "Hang Up Your Hangups" and Jaco [...]
3 events,
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Luminous Black Sextet
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Luminous Black Sextet
Lummie Spann - alto & soprano saxophones Haneef Nelson - trumpet Emmet Goods - trombone Zaccai Curtis - piano Stephen Porter - bass Jonathan Barber - drums Located in downtown Hartford, for the aficionado, musician, or the curious first-timer, Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jams are the best taste of live jazz in Hartford. Set in [...]
Kevin Saint James Band
Kevin Saint James Band
The Kevin Saint James Band performs live every Wednesday evening from 9:00pm to midnight at the Owl Shop Cigar Lounge and Bar 268 College Street in downtown New Haven. FREE. No cover charge.
1 event,
Jonathan Barber & Visions Ahead
Jonathan Barber & Visions Ahead
You're invited to join us for our monthly Third Thursday gathering - Creative Cocktail Hour! With everything under one roof - art exhibitions, live music, hands-on art-making, a food truck - our favorite part of CCH is the constellation of personalities that show up each month. Whether you come with a group of friends or [...]
4 events,
Jazz at Three Sheets
Jazz at Three Sheets
David Chevan: I'll be playing a set of Latin Jazz with students from my Latin Jazz Ensemble at SCSU. We’re going to feature some Latin classics interspersed with a few tunes from Brazil. That set is from 6-7 and that is followed directly at 7:30 by a jam session that lasts until 9 pm. I’ll [...]
Hall High Pops ‘n Jazz
Hall High Pops ‘n Jazz
Week One: Friday, March 21st: Sara Jacovino; Bristow Big Band Saturday, March 22nd: Pete McGuinness (GRAMMY Nominated); KP Singers and Hall High Junior Artists (TBD) Sunday, March 23rd: FAMILY MATINEE Week Two: Thursday, March 27th (family matinee) John Mastroianni; KP Jazz Band Thursday, March 27th: Tony Kadleck; High Junior Artists #2 (TBD) Saturday, March 29th: [...]
Side Door Jam Session with The Wes Lewis Quartet
Side Door Jam Session with The Wes Lewis Quartet
House Band Set: 7-8 PM Jam Session 8:15-10 PM Wes Lewis - Tenor Saxophone Derek Lewis - Piano Alex Tremblay - Bass Jonathan Barber - Drums Wes Lewis is a saxophonist, composer, and PhD candidate in Computational Biology and Bioinformatics at Yale University (MS ‘23 PhD ‘25). Wes studies under Wayne Escoffery and performs with [...]
4 events,
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
The Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam is one of the longest running traditions at Cafe Nine. Each week join a new house band as they play a set before it opens up into an open jam. Bring your instrument and come sit in with the band! Admission is always free and children/youngsters are always welcome.
Hall High Pops ‘n Jazz
Hall High Pops ‘n Jazz
Week One: Friday, March 21st: Sara Jacovino; Bristow Big Band Saturday, March 22nd: Pete McGuinness (GRAMMY Nominated); KP Singers and Hall High Junior Artists (TBD) Sunday, March 23rd: FAMILY MATINEE Week Two: Thursday, March 27th (family matinee) John Mastroianni; KP Jazz Band Thursday, March 27th: Tony Kadleck; High Junior Artists #2 (TBD) Saturday, March 29th: [...]
Nicholas Payton Trio
Nicholas Payton Trio
New Orleans-born trumpeter, keyboardist, and singer Nicholas Payton is a maverick performer with a sound steeped in acoustic post-bop, whose music often finds him exploring genres beyond the confines of the jazz tradition. A star from a young age, Payton garnered early attention in the '90s, touring with Elvin Jones and Marcus Roberts before releasing [...]
3 events,
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Join us for the 21st season of the Baby Grand Jazz series, beginning on Sunday, January 5, 2025. The free series runs from January to April, except Easter Sunday, April 20. Enjoy Sunday afternoon concerts at 3:00 p.m. (doors open at 2:00 p.m.) at the Downtown Library's Center for Contemporary Culture at 500 Main Street, [...]
Nicholas Payton Trio
Nicholas Payton Trio
New Orleans-born trumpeter, keyboardist, and singer Nicholas Payton is a maverick performer with a sound steeped in acoustic post-bop, whose music often finds him exploring genres beyond the confines of the jazz tradition. A star from a young age, Payton garnered early attention in the '90s, touring with Elvin Jones and Marcus Roberts before releasing [...]
2 events,
Tuxedo Junction
Tuxedo Junction
Your Swing Dance Band There is nothing like dancing in front of a live band. When the sounds of swing fill the air, people from every generation tap their feet, get on the dance floor, and forget their cares. Composed of 18 skillful musicians, Tuxedo Junction has earned its reputation as Connecticut’s most energizing swing band. So come out to [...]
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Every Monday. No cover. Just Jazz. Join us in the craft bar (upstairs) to enjoy the Hartford Jazz Orchestra! Swing by to soak up the toe-tapping, sophisticated sounds of the HJO.
2 events,
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin is the bassist and task-master of this adventurous 18-piece group that tackles all kinds of 'difficult' music, from Frank Zappa's "The Grand Wazoo" and Billy Cobham's "Crosswinds" to the Brecker Brothers' "Sponge," Weather Report's "Man in the Green Shirt" Miles Davis' "It's About That Time," Herbie Hancock's "Hang Up Your Hangups" and Jaco [...]
4 events,
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Jeremy Pelt
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Jeremy Pelt
Located in downtown Hartford, for the aficionado, musician, or the curious first-timer, Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jams are the best taste of live jazz in Hartford. Set in the southern juke joint atmosphere of Black-eyed Sally’s, these jam sessions will strike a chord as you hear what our local talent has to offer, with regular [...]
Stanley Street Big Band
Stanley Street Big Band
The Stanley Street Big Band is an 18-piece band composed of outstanding musicians from the Greater Hartford and Springfield areas. Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month the band performs the best in swing, classic, and contemporary big band music. C'mon down to Kinsmen Brewing Company and enjoy a custom brew, great food and swinging big [...]
3 events,
Al Fenton Big Band directed by Kathy Neri
Al Fenton Big Band directed by Kathy Neri
Enjoy the vibrant and smooth sounds of the 18 piece Al Fenton Big Band. Their open rehearsal gives you a behind-the scenes look at their musical process, followed by a performance that will have you dancing on the beautiful wooden dance floor. BYOB: Enhance your evening by bringing your own beverages and food. Relax and [...]
Hall High Pops ‘n Jazz
Hall High Pops ‘n Jazz
Week One: Friday, March 21st: Sara Jacovino; Bristow Big Band Saturday, March 22nd: Pete McGuinness (GRAMMY Nominated); KP Singers and Hall High Junior Artists (TBD) Sunday, March 23rd: FAMILY MATINEE Week Two: Thursday, March 27th (family matinee) John Mastroianni; KP Jazz Band Thursday, March 27th: Tony Kadleck; High Junior Artists #2 (TBD) Saturday, March 29th: [...]
6 events,
Noah Baerman
Noah Baerman
Jazz pianist, composer, author, and educator Noah Baerman has written the book on jazz piano—literally. He’s the author of 9 books on the subject. Noah has also released 10 albums and has appeared on the weekly radio show Piano Jazz on NPR. His personal struggles with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) have given his music a distinctive [...]
Noah Baerman
Noah Baerman
Jazz pianist, composer, author, and educator Noah Baerman has written the book on jazz piano—literally. He’s the author of nine books on the subject. Noah has also released ten albums and has appeared on the weekly radio show Piano Jazz on NPR. His personal struggles with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) have given his music a distinctive [...]
Jazz at Three Sheets
Jazz at Three Sheets
David Chevan: I'll be playing a set of Latin Jazz with students from my Latin Jazz Ensemble at SCSU. We’re going to feature some Latin classics interspersed with a few tunes from Brazil. That set is from 6-7 and that is followed directly at 7:30 by a jam session that lasts until 9 pm. I’ll [...]
7 events,
Dizzy Gillespie All Stars & Mingus Big Band
Dizzy Gillespie All Stars & Mingus Big Band
The Dizzy Gillespie All Stars and the Mingus Big Band, which includes Yale Jazz Ensembles Director, YSM Lecturer in Jazz, and Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Wayne Escoffery, perform in celebration of the life, work, and legacy of YSM Professor Emeritus of Music Willie Ruff. Tickets start at $26, Yale faculty/staff start at $19, Students start at [...]
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
The Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam is one of the longest running traditions at Cafe Nine. Each week join a new house band as they play a set before it opens up into an open jam. Bring your instrument and come sit in with the band! Admission is always free and children/youngsters are always welcome.
Bob Ahern Quartet
Bob Ahern Quartet
The Bob Ahern Quartet featuring Jazz drummer Bob Ahern will be performing the last Saturday of every month for 2025 at the legendary Lighthouse Inn in New London. Each month, Bob features a different Jazz celebrity. Great jazz venue and restaurant.
1 event,
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Join us for the 21st season of the Baby Grand Jazz series, beginning on Sunday, January 5, 2025. The free series runs from January to April, except Easter Sunday, April 20. Enjoy Sunday afternoon concerts at 3:00 p.m. (doors open at 2:00 p.m.) at the Downtown Library's Center for Contemporary Culture at 500 Main Street, [...]
4 events,
Tuxedo Junction
Tuxedo Junction
Your Swing Dance Band There is nothing like dancing in front of a live band. When the sounds of swing fill the air, people from every generation tap their feet, get on the dance floor, and forget their cares. Composed of 18 skillful musicians, Tuxedo Junction has earned its reputation as Connecticut’s most energizing swing band. So come out to [...]
Satoko Fujii’s Tokyo Trio
Satoko Fujii’s Tokyo Trio
Satoko Fujii (piano), Natto Maki (bass), Oden (drums) For this trio, formed in 2019, Satoko Fujii teams up with two of Japan’s hottest improvisors who are known for their performances with Sadao Watanabe and Terumasa Hino, among others. They have released two albums,”Moon on the Lake” (2021) and “Jet Black” (2024). Pianist and composer Satoko [...]
New Haven Improvisers Collective (workshop)
New Haven Improvisers Collective (workshop)
Last Monday of every month, 7:30-10:30 PM The New Haven Improvisers Collective is dedicated to bringing improvised music to New Haven. Bring your instrument to the next NHIC improvised music workshop. Visit the website below and send your contact information to info@nhic-music.org https://www.nhic-music.org
HJS is not responsible for changes or errors, so verify event with venue before attending.