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A global musical journey, a legendary bloodline, and a sound completely his own — René McLean comes to The Side Door. Rene McLean - Saxophone, Flute Josh Evans - Trumpet Steve Davis - Trombone Hubert Eaves III - Piano Nat Reeves - Bass Ronnie Burrage - Drums René McLean's story is inseparable from jazz royalty [...]
For over 24 years, hosting public rehearsals every Monday night, now at Guilford VFW Post 7666. Tuxedo Junction was started in 1989 by Pete Jacobs (trumpet) and Will Tayler (drums), WWII veterans who set up an 8-piece Dixieland jazz band in the basement of the senior citizens center in Madison, CT. Pat soon joined on [...]
Every Monday at Elicit Brewery in Manchester CT. No cover.
It's a funky Big Band thang, a large jazz ensemble that rocks the house. Playing music from Tower of Power, Frank Zappa, The Brecker Brothers, Jaco Pastorious, Steely Dan, The Yellow Jackets, Bob Berg.....You'll want to see them again and again! https://www.facebook.com/OtherOrchestra/
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 [...]
Now in its 31st year, Pink Martini is an unstoppable engine of joy that continues to bring founderThomas Lauderdale’s mission of multi-cultural connection and inclusion to legendary concert stages on six continents. Presenting a mélange of catchy old-fashioned pop, global color, foot-tapping big band sound, and Hollywood glamour, Oregon’s famous “little orchestra” performs music intended [...]
The show begins at 7:30, one long-ish set, with a reception (free food!) preceding it at 6:00. Tickets can be reserved here - there is no admission charge, though donations are suggested/welcome to help the venue continue/further their mission. I suspect walk-ins will be possible too, but why take the chance?
Join renowned jazz historian and Jazz Haven Board member Frank Cochran for BYOB "Fridays with Frank." Happy Hour jazz listening sessions are held every Friday from 5:15 to 7:00 pm at the Institute Library in downtown New Haven. Each Friday Frank selects iconic jazz LPs to play from the Library’s extensive collection. Discussion follows. BYOB [...]
One of Pittsburgh's most distinctive voices on trombone brings an all-star quintet to The Side Door. Reggie Watkins · Trombone Matt Parker · Saxophones Orrin Evans · Piano Matt Dwonszyk · Bass Byron Landham · Drums Reggie Watkins is one of the most compelling trombonists working in jazz today — a musician whose playing Hot [...]
The Herbie Hancock Institute’s National Peer-to-Peer Jazz Quintet, comprising five of the country’s most accomplished young jazz musicians, conclude their tour of performing in high schools across America in an effort to develop jazz audiences for the future. They will be featured alongside internationally renowned jazz saxophone recording artist Antonio Hart and jazz & blues [...]
“One of the most-lauded jazz vocalists of her generation.” –The New York Times Nine-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated vocalist Tierney Sutton ’86 will present an intimate duo performance with world-renowned pianist Tamir Hendelman, performing tunes from their new release, “Spring” (2026), as part of Wesleyan’s Reunion + Commencement Weekend. After decades of collaboration, Sutton and Hendelman share [...]
Performances are on Friday nights at 8:30pm and 10:00pm. Tickets for each performance can be purchased individually, with prices at $20 for our early shows and $15 for our late shows. Our Season Pass is available for $225, which provides 1 ticket to all sets of the 13 performances. The complete season calendar can be viewed [...]
Every Saturday, 4-7
Every Saturday Host & drummer Richard Sylvester has launched a remarkable jazz series (every Saturday!) at this cozy venue
A six-time Grammy winner and one of the most celebrated pianists and composers of his generation comes to The Side Door. Billy Childs · Piano Matt Penman · Bass Ari Hoenig · Drums Billy Childs stands in a category of his own in contemporary jazz. A pianist, composer, arranger, and conductor whose music moves effortlessly [...]
For over 24 years, hosting public rehearsals every Monday night, now at Guilford VFW Post 7666. Tuxedo Junction was started in 1989 by Pete Jacobs (trumpet) and Will Tayler (drums), WWII veterans who set up an 8-piece Dixieland jazz band in the basement of the senior citizens center in Madison, CT. Pat soon joined on [...]
Every Monday at Elicit Brewery in Manchester CT. No cover.
The New Haven Improvisers Collective meets every month to explore the nexus of improvisation across all genres of music. Our workshops are open to anyone who's interested - from sqronking saxophonists to knob-twisting laptop rockers; our members have improvised on everything from vocals to theremins to African drums (and yes, we actually had these last [...]
Presented by New Haven Jazz Underground on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday every month.
It's a funky Big Band thang, a large jazz ensemble that rocks the house. Playing music from Tower of Power, Frank Zappa, The Brecker Brothers, Jaco Pastorious, Steely Dan, The Yellow Jackets, Bob Berg.....You'll want to see them again and again! https://www.facebook.com/OtherOrchestra/
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 [...]
The Trio features Frank Gordon on bass, Jerrod Cattey on drums and Sean Simmons on guitar. They play a mix of jazz standards as well as original compositions.
The incredibly versatile guitarist Frank Vignola teams up with rising jazz guitar star Pasquale Grasso to create an unique and intimate musical experience unlike any other… Frank Vignola, born December 30th, 1965, is one of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the public today. His stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for [...]
Join renowned jazz historian and Jazz Haven Board member Frank Cochran for BYOB "Fridays with Frank." Happy Hour jazz listening sessions are held every Friday from 5:15 to 7:00 pm at the Institute Library in downtown New Haven. Each Friday Frank selects iconic jazz LPs to play from the Library’s extensive collection. Discussion follows. BYOB [...]
One of Connecticut's most celebrated jazz musicians brings his quintet home to The Side Door.
Performances are on Friday nights at 8:30pm and 10:00pm. Tickets for each performance can be purchased individually, with prices at $20 for our early shows and $15 for our late shows. Our Season Pass is available for $225, which provides 1 ticket to all sets of the 13 performances. The complete season calendar can be viewed [...]
Every Saturday, 4-7
Every Saturday Host & drummer Richard Sylvester has launched a remarkable jazz series (every Saturday!) at this cozy venue
An evening of great jazz at the River Room - Willimantic’s fabulous new music venue with June Bisantz - voice Alex Nakhimovsky - piano & the great Harvie S - bass Space is limited, so reserve now! $33.85 | $23.18 students
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