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The Thames River Big Band is a musical ensemble known for performing classic big band jazz, swing, and contemporary arrangements. Based in the Thames River region, the group features talented musicians who pay tribute to the rich tradition of big band music through energetic live performances. Their repertoire often includes timeless hits from legendary artists [...]
Zaccai Curtis - Piano Jeremy Bosch - Flute Alex Ayala - Bass Reinaldo De Jesus - Percussion Willie Martinez - Drums Zaccai Curtis is an acclaimed recording artist and producer, recently honored with the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album. He leads his own groups, the Zaccai Curtis Quintet and Sonido Solar, and [...]
Zaccai Curtis - Piano Jeremy Bosch - Flute Alex Ayala - Bass Reinaldo De Jesus - Percussion TBD - Drums Zaccai Curtis is an acclaimed recording artist and producer, recently honored with the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album. He leads his own groups, the Zaccai Curtis Quintet and Sonido Solar, and after [...]
Featuring Josh Jones, Sheldon Brown, and Ernesto Mazar Kindelán Quarteto Americanos is Omar Sosa’s first U.S.-based jazz ensemble since the 1990s! Featuring drummer Josh Jones, bassist Ernesto Mazar Kindelán, and saxophone / clarinet / flute player Sheldon Brown, the group came together in February 2021 when Omar was in the Bay Area for several live [...]
Live Jazz, Blues and other grooves and Great Food Cecil Carter vocalist Steven Marien saxophonist Rufus Davis pianist James Hunter bassist Jacob Grahm drums
Jazz pianist and Director of the Wesleyan Jazz Ensemble Noah Baerman presents a program of instrumental interpretations of Stevie Wonder’s “message music” in celebration of his new album, Right Now Volume 4: Visions of Steveland. Noah Baerman is a jazz pianist, composer, educator, and activist who has recorded sixteen acclaimed albums under his own name [...]
Quarteto Americanos is Omar Sosa’s first U.S.-based jazz ensemble since the 1990s! Featuring drummer Josh Jones, bassist Ernesto Mazar Kindelán, and saxophone / clarinet / flute player Sheldon Brown, the group came together in February 2021 when Omar was in the Bay Area for several live streams. Connecting with Josh and Sheldon was a gratifying [...]
Presented by New Haven Jazz Underground on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday every month.
Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue is an American funk, jazz, and soul band led by the talented trombonist and trumpeter Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews. Hailing from New Orleans, the group blends a variety of musical genres, including jazz, funk, R&B, and rock, creating a high-energy sound that captures the essence of their hometown’s rich musical [...]
Quarteto Americanos is Omar Sosa’s first U.S.-based jazz ensemble since the 1990s! Featuring drummer Josh Jones, bassist Ernesto Mazar Kindelán, and saxophone / clarinet / flute player Sheldon Brown, the group came together in February 2021 when Omar was in the Bay Area for several live streams. Connecting with Josh and Sheldon was a gratifying [...]
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 [...]
A new music series on the 2nd Thursday of every month. It will feature groups and ad hoc combinations of New Haven Improvisers Collective folks. Show up with your instrument before 7pm and join COMBO NHIC. CD release for Roundhouse Roundhouse Quartet (Diane Buettner / Bob Gorry / Michael Paolucci / Conor Perreault) Concussion (Nick [...]
Elliott Sharp (guitars), Janene Higgins (live video) Elliott Sharp and Janene Higgins will present Entanglement Suite, a structure for improvisation using video and sound. In their work together, the images provide a visual counterpoint to the music. Foreground and background are continuously shifting as both sound and visuals emerge from fixed elements and then expand [...]
Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue is an American funk, jazz, and soul band led by the talented trombonist and trumpeter Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews. Hailing from New Orleans, the group blends a variety of musical genres, including jazz, funk, R&B, and rock, creating a high-energy sound that captures the essence of their hometown’s rich musical [...]
November 14: Otherlands Trio November 21: Jon Irabagon Quintet December 5: Matt Mitchell & Sara Serpa December 12: Tyshawn Sorey Trio December 19: Ingrid Laubrock's Grammy Season + + DoYeon Kim Tickets are $20 for the 8:30pm performance and $15 for 10:00pm. All tickets can be purchased online or, subject to availability, at the box [...]
Benjamin Simmons is a Hartford-based tenor saxophonist who specializes in modern and straight ahead jazz. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Hartford Hartt School of Music in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in jazz studies. Throughout his time at the University of Hartford, Benjamin studied with world renowned saxophonist, Abraham Burton, as [...]
Steve Nelson - Vibraphone Rick Germanson - Piano Kiyoshi Kitagawa - Bass Charles Goold - Drums Steve Nelson is an acclaimed American jazz vibraphonist and marimba player, widely regarded as one of the pre-eminent modernist performers on the instrument for his inventive, fluidly harmonic, and chromatic approach. Introduced to the vibraphone in high school by [...]
With Jeff Fuller on bass and Ben Bilello on drums
"LIVE from Ashtonwood" closes its 2025 season presenting international rising jazz star and NYC-based vocalist Laura Anglade. Laura will beaccompanied by the consummate vocal accompanist and pianist Michael Kanan. This house concert will be streamed LIVE and free of charge via Facebook here - https://www.facebook.com/AshtonwoodHouseConcerts.
Steve Nelson - Vibraphone Rick Germanson - Piano Kiyoshi Kitagawa - Bass Charles Goold - Drums Steve Nelson is an acclaimed American jazz vibraphonist and marimba player, widely regarded as one of the pre-eminent modernist performers on the instrument for his inventive, fluidly harmonic, and chromatic approach. Introduced to the vibraphone in high school by [...]
From Sinatra to Swing, Java Groove is a small band with a big sound playing swing, jazz and ballads.
Dr. G's Jazz Brunch held on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays from 12pm (noon) until 3pm at Quattro's Italian Restaurant: All events will also include jazz masters Jeff Fuller on bass and Barry Ries on drums &/or trumpet. "Dr. G" will provide guitar accompaniment.
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 [...]
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 [...]
Special Guest: James Kauffman - Trumpet Saxes Erik Elligers Tyler Wilkins Matt Parker Josh Thomas Matt Schmidt Trombones Sean Nelson Leroy Loomer Vince Yanovitch Wes Mayhew Trumpets Don Clough Renee McGee Luke Wingfield Haneef Nelson Rhythm Jen Allen - piano Gianni Gardner - guitar Lou Bocciarelli - bass Nathan Lassell - drums Joshua Kauffman has [...]
November 14: Otherlands Trio November 21: Jon Irabagon Quintet December 5: Matt Mitchell & Sara Serpa December 12: Tyshawn Sorey Trio December 19: Ingrid Laubrock's Grammy Season + + DoYeon Kim Tickets are $20 for the 8:30pm performance and $15 for 10:00pm. All tickets can be purchased online or, subject to availability, at the box [...]
Join us for Laroo/Byrd Funky4, where we bring our signature blend of jazz, funk, and blues “to the max”. Expect soulful improvisations, groovy rhythms, and feel-good vibes that just might move you from your seat to the dance floor if the spirit calls you!
New England Jazz Underground presents jazz on the 1st and 3rd Friday every month.
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