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Matthew Pearl is a jazz tenor saxophonist and one of New York City’s rising young musicians. Matt received a Bachelor of Music degree in 2023 from the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz (Hartt School, University of Hartford) in Connecticut. He was awarded a scholarship for his talents in music and academics and studied jazz music, [...]
The Wesleyan University Jazz Orchestra directed by Professor of Music and African American Studies Jay Hoggard ’76, MA ’91, and the Wesleyan Jazz Ensemble, directed by Noah Baerman, present an exciting evening of classic and contemporary jazz repertoire as the start of the 23rd annual Wesleyan Jazz Orchestra Weekend. Admission is free, and everyone is [...]
Rick Germanson - Piano Nat Reeves - Bass Willie Jones III - Drums Rick Germanson has been a highly in-demand pianist on the New York City Jazz scene for well over a decade. A native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rick relocated to New York City in 1998. Rick won the GRAND PRIZE at The American Pianists' [...]
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
The jazz group, Common Time, a stellar band of young jazz phenoms, will perform as part of the Chiropractic & Wellness Center’s Open House which begins at noon. As part of the Open House, the Center will be offering workshops in Kundalini Yoga, Yin Yoga w/Massage, Sound bath Reiki and Numerology from noon to 4:45 [...]
These outstanding musicians and teachers from Wesleyan University’s Music Department will perform together in various combinations as the featured artists of the 23rd annual Wesleyan Jazz Orchestra Weekend: Pheeroan akLaff on drums, Noah Baerman on piano, Eric Charry on guitar, Alcee Chriss on piano and organ, Giacomo Gates on vocals, Jay Hoggardon vibraphone, Darius Jones [...]
Every Saturday Host & drummer Richard Sylvester has launched a remarkable jazz series (every Saturday!) at this cozy venue
Join us for a special night of jazz with Guitarist Diego Figueiredo and his Trio! GRAMMY NOMINATED GUITAR PLAYER Diego Figueiredo is a new star of the guitar world. He is only 39, and he has release 26 Cds, 3 DVDs, and he has playing in more than 60 contries around the world. He [...]
Concerts will be held at HPL’s Downtown Library on Sunday afternoons at 3:00 p.m. from January through April, excluding Easter Sunday on April 5. Performances will take place in the Center for Contemporary Culture, 500 Main Street, Hartford. Doors open at 2:00 p.m., and each concert lasts about an hour. Concerts will be streamed on [...]
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 workshop will be run by Mike Brooks and Paul McGuire. Notes and directions about The Sandbox. It's a great space, but has it's challenges. Its on the second floor (with elevator). Door is locked so everyone will need to be let in, Someone will check periodically. Parking is as follows There is a paid [...]
The Sean Nelson Jazz Orchestra returns — this month featuring drum legend Sherrie Maricle. Saxophone: Erik Elligers, Tyler Wilkins, Matt Parker, Malin Carta, Matt Schmidt Trumpet: Renee McGee, Seth Bailey, Luke Wingfield, Haneef Nelson Trombone: Sean Nelson, Leroy Loomer, Vince Yanovitch, Wes Mayhew Rhythm: Jen Allen, Gianni Gardner, Lou Bocciarelli, Sherrie Maricle The Sean Nelson [...]
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/
Chris Ruggiero: Tape loops, synthesizer, piano. Greg LaPine: Woodwinds, piano. Ted Morcaldi: guitars, synthesizer Will Berman: percussion, piano, guitar Yannis Panos: trumpet, flugelhorn, piano Secular Music Group (SMG) is a Connecticut-based ensemble working in the soft margins of jazz, free improvisation and minimalism. Their recordings explore the boundaries between structure and improvisation and between musical [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
New England Jazz Underground presents jazz on the 1st and 3rd Friday every month.
One of jazz's most celebrated pianists, Ted Rosenthal brings his trio to The Side Door for a night of exceptional music. Ted Rosenthal · Piano Noriko Ueda · Bass David Alvarez III · Drums Ted Rosenthal is one of the leading jazz pianists of his generation — described by The New Yorker as "a musician's [...]
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 [...]
ATTENTION brings together a diverse group of scholars and artists for a two hour public discussion at Firehouse 12 about attention: what it is, how to cultivate it, why it matters, and what gets in its way. Reserve your free seat, and join us for the discussion from 1 - 3 PM on Saturday, May [...]
Every Saturday, 4-7
Every Saturday Host & drummer Richard Sylvester has launched a remarkable jazz series (every Saturday!) at this cozy venue
Creator of Live from Emmet’s Place, the most-viewed online jazz show in the world, and winner of the American Jazz Pianist Competition, Emmet Cohen has gained a reputation for connecting with audiences through his artistry and commitment to intergenerational exchange. Free tickets for WCSU Students are available at the VPAC box office located in the [...]
Ralph Alessi (trumpet), Matt Mitchell (piano), John Hébert (bass), Ches Smith (drums) Ralph Alessi is an ECM recording artist and acclaimed American jazz trumpeter, composer, and educator known for his distinctive and innovative approach to jazz improvisation and composition. Born in San Rafael, California, in 1963, he was raised in a musical family. His father, [...]
Ralph Alessi (trumpet), Matt Mitchell (piano), John Hébert (bass), Ches Smith (drums) Ralph Alessi is an ECM recording artist and acclaimed American jazz trumpeter, composer, and educator known for his distinctive and innovative approach to jazz improvisation and composition. Born in San Rafael, California, in 1963, he was raised in a musical family. His father, [...]
Grammy-winning saxophonist Darryl Yokley is coming to The Side Door — and this is not one to miss. Darryl Yokley- Saxophones Zaccai Curtis- Piano Luques Curtis- Bass Wayne Smith Jr.- Drums Darryl Yokley has drawn praise from the New York Times, Downbeat Magazine, and beyond for a sound that resists easy labels. Jazz critic Brent [...]
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