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“Bitter Crop” (book talk on Billie Holiday)
Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore 413 Main Street, Middletown, CTDiscover the life of jazz icon Billie Holiday with master biographer, Paul Alexander. In his latest book, Bitter Crop: The Heartache and Triumph of Billie Holiday's Last Year, Alexander offers a unique perspective on Holiday's final year, shedding light on her remarkable resilience amidst adversity. Reserve your spot now for an evening celebrating literature and [...]
Jazz at Cafe Nine
Cafe Nine 250 State Street, New Haven, CTCafe Nine and the New Haven Jazz Underground present TUESDAY NIGHT JAZZ! Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, a rotation of local and special guest musicians and bands will play a house set from 7-8pm. After the house band set host bands will open the stage for a jazz jam session from 8-10pm.
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
The Hungry Tiger 120 Charter Oak Street, Manchester, CTJazz at JetNolo
Nolo 687 State Street, New Haven, CTJobimfest ’24 – Joe Carter & Brazilian Jazz All Stars
Edgerton Center For The Performing Arts - Sacred Heart University 5151 Park. Avenue, Fairfield, CTHendrik Meurkens (SHU Faculty) – harmonica Joe Carter (SHU Faculty) – guitar Ali Ryerson – flute Harvie S – bass Samuel Martinelli – drums The Sacred Heart University Academic Music Program presents Prof. Joe Carter and the Brazilian Jazz All Stars in an annual tribute concert celebrating the music of Brazilian music composer, Antonio Carlos [...]
Black-eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Keenan Asbridge Quintet: Tribute to Kenny Dorham & Joe Henderson
Black-eyed Sally's Southern Kitchen & Bar 350 Asylum St., Hartford, CTLocated 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
Kinsmen Brewing Company 409 Canal Street, Milldale, CTThe 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 [...]
T.J. Thompson
2nd Home Restaurant/Lounge 524 Main Street, Winsted, CTWith prior commitments, his usual trio is not available, but he's bringing a vocalist, and possibly others, so while a little different that what we are used to, we have no doubt it will be a great evening, as it always is with T.J.
Bill’s All-Star Jazz Band
Bill's Seafood Restaurant 548 Boston Post Rd, Westbrook, CTAlexa Tarantino Quintet
Paul Mellon Arts Center - Choate Rosemary Hall 333 Christian Street, Wallingford, CTLed by saxophonist and composer Alexa Tarantino, the Quintet engages their audience through Tarantino's original compositions and modern takes on classic standards and favorites. With a wide range of inspiration, the Quartet's repertoire remains refreshing with uplifting elements of creative improvisation and musical interaction. This is sure to be an exhilarating evening of jazz on [...]
Victor Gould Trio
Side Door Jazz Club 85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, United StatesHailed by Downbeat magazine as “a new and important compositional voice,” and by allaboutjazz.com as “a composer of great ambition and skill,” Victor Gould has earned distinction as a pianist, composer and first-call sideman for such artists as vocalist Jazzmeia Horn, whose Grammy-nominated recordings A Social Call and Liberation feature Gould prominently. His first album, [...]
Firehouse 12 Concert Series
Firehouse 12 45 Crown Street, New Haven, CTHappy Spring! We are proud to announce the Spring 2024 Concert Series at Firehouse 12, each show consisting of performances by some of the most active, innovative, and respected musicians in improvised music today. The Series will begin on March 15th with Ingrid Laubrock's Lilith (featuring David Adewumi, Adam Matlock, Yvonne Rogers, Eval Lawitts, and [...]
Bob Ahern Quartet
Lighthouse Inn 6 Guthrie Pl, New London, CTThe Bob Ahern Quartet featuring drummer Bob Ahern will be performing the last Saturday of every month for the balance of 2024 at the legendary Lighthouse Inn in New London. Each month, Bob features a different Jazz celebrity. Great jazz venue and restaurant.
Sara Serpa/ André Matos Duo w/ Dov Manski
Institute for the Musical Arts 165 Cape Street, Goshen, MA, United StatesSara Serpa (voice), André Matos (guitar), Dov Manski (piano, electronics) “The chemistry and teamwork are close to perfect. Matos’ delicate, lyrical electric guitar, intricate and hypnotic, is the perfect foil for Serpa’s mostly wordless vocals, which are cool, calm and precise.” – Allen Morrison, DownBeat
Jeff Fuller Quartet
Side Door Jazz Club 85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, United StatesJeff Fuller - Bass Chris Morrison - Guitar Matt DeChamplain - Piano Ben Bilello - Drums Bassist and bandleader Jeff Fuller has long been an integral part of the Connecticut, New York and international jazz scenes. Currentlyleading and playing with a diverse group of ensembles in theNortheast, he has toured worldwide and recorded with saxophonists Lou [...]
David Chevan & Friends
Elm City Market 777 Chapel Street, New Haven, CTJazz Brunch David Chevan on bass with Mae Czuba on vocals, Andrew Wilcox on keyboards and Abdul-Rahim Sands on drum set. As always singers and instrumentalists are invited to sit in with us after the first set.
Dr. G’s Jazz Brunch
Quattro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar 14 Water Street, Guilford, CTThis weekly event features a traditional jazz guitar trio (guitar, bass, drums) led by Gary Grippo. In addition to the trio, special guests are often included, most often a featured horn player, vocalist or pianist. Great American Songbook classics, bebop, & bossa nova Cuisine: Northern Italian full menu or special brunch menu.
Tuxedo Junction
Guilford VFW Post 9666 104 Mill Road, Guilford, CTDoors open at 6:00 PM. Band plays from 7:00 – 8:30 PM. Plenty of room for dancing. Your directions should bring you in via York Road. If your GPS tries to use Long Hill Road, its out of date and should be ignored. York Road to Mill Road is the way to go.
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Elicit Brewery 165 Adams Street, Manchester, CTNo cover
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
The Hungry Tiger 120 Charter Oak Street, Manchester, CTJazz at JetNolo
Nolo 687 State Street, New Haven, CTBlack-eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam
Black-eyed Sally's Southern Kitchen & Bar 350 Asylum St., Hartford, CTLocated 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 [...]
Myron Yousman Trio
2nd Home Restaurant/Lounge 524 Main Street, Winsted, CTMyron on vocals and guitar, Tim Larson on upright bass, and Bob Nolte on drums
säje
Ridgefield Playhouse 80 East Ridge Road, Ridgefield , CTThe 2x GRAMMY nominated contemporary jazz vocal supergroup, säje (rhymes with “beige”), is the brainchild of vocalists/composers Sara Gazarek, Amanda Taylor, Johnaye Kendrick, and Erin Bentlage. Born out of close friendship and deep admiration for the arts, these world-renowned musicians have come together to explore, create, and celebrate the music that moves them. As individuals, [...]
Bill’s All-Star Jazz Band
Bill's Seafood Restaurant 548 Boston Post Rd, Westbrook, CTJerry Z Trio
Donald L. Oat Theater 60 - 64 Broadway, Norwich, CTJerry Z - Hammond B3 organ Oz Noy - guitar (replacing Doug Munro) Liviu Pop - drums $25 Adults $23 Seniors/Military/Student $20 Norwich Arts Center Members
Benny Green Solo Piano
Side Door Jazz Club 85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, United StatesGreen was born in New York City. He grew up in Berkeley, California, and studied classical piano from the age of seven. He was also interested in jazz from an early point, as his father was a jazz tenor saxophone player. Benny Green was "discovered" by Faye Carroll, and while still in his teens worked in a quintet [...]
Firehouse 12 Concert Series
Firehouse 12 45 Crown Street, New Haven, CTHappy Spring! We are proud to announce the Spring 2024 Concert Series at Firehouse 12, each show consisting of performances by some of the most active, innovative, and respected musicians in improvised music today. The Series will begin on March 15th with Ingrid Laubrock's Lilith (featuring David Adewumi, Adam Matlock, Yvonne Rogers, Eval Lawitts, and [...]
Hailey Brinnel Trio (livestream)
"LIVE from Ashtonwood" launches its 7th season presenting rising jazz artist and Pioneer Valley native, Hailey Brinnel (voice & trombone) and her trio, with Silas Irvine (p) and Joe Plowman (b). This house concert will be streamed LIVE via Facebook here - https://www.facebook.com/AshtonwoodHouseConcerts. More information and details can be found in the Facebook event here - https://www.facebook.com/events/1096776861689311.
Shane Allessio Trio
Buttonwood Tree Performing Arts Center 605 Main Street, Middletown, CT, United StatesShane Allessio plays hard hitting, heavy swinging, modern original jazz. Drawing from Mingus, George Russell, Stan Kenton, etc, boundaries are pushed while a respect for swing and the jazz tradition is upheld. Screaming crashing dissonances, virtuosic bowed bass solos and foot stomping grooves are to be expected at every show. Coming off of a bold [...]
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