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Elite Syncopation w/ Roy Wiseman (outdoors)

Elizabeth Park 1561 Asylum Avenue, Hartford, CT

Elite Syncopation is a ragtime/early jazz ensemble (violin, cello, reeds, piano, bass) that tours nationally and specializes in early American jazz. Dr. Roy Wiseman, bassist, is the founder and Artistic Director of both New World Consort, a chamber ensemble that specializes in American music, and Elite Syncopation, a ragtime/early jazz ensemble that tours nationally. Dr. [...]

Free
Event Series Branford Jazz on the Green

Branford Jazz on the Green

Branford Town Green 1019 Main Street, Branford, CT

The mission of Branford Jazz-on-the-Green is to enrich, entertain, and educate the community by hosting a broad variety of live jazz performances. We pursue our mission through collaborative partnerships with local businesses and sponsors to enhance the quality of life for all. Branford Jazz Parking (directions for GPS~ use 1019 Main Street, Branford, CT. 06405) [...]

Free

Pat Marafiote Trio

2nd Home Restaurant/Lounge 524 Main Street, Winsted, CT

2nd Home is thrilled to have the Pat Marafiote Trio back for their second time at 2nd Home. Their first time here was no less than amazing! Pat's background includes several genres of music as a professional keyboard artist. His musical resume spans decades, including multiple tours with jazz, blues, R&B, and rock acts, including [...]

Mimi Lines w/Jeff Fuller Trio

The Estate 709 Townsend Avenue, New Haven, CT

Mimi Lines accompanied by Jeff Fuller on bass, Darren Lizzie on piano, Ben Belello on drums performs 6:30-7:30.

$100

Jazz at Three Sheets

Three Sheets 372 Elm Street, New Haven, CT

By New Haven Jazz Underground

Event Series Jazz Fridays at the Fairfield Museum

Jazz Fridays at the Fairfield Museum (outdoors)

Fairfield Museum 370 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT

Jazz Fridays at the Fairfield Museum are back! Every Friday in August, music lovers are invited to kick off their weekends at these free concerts held on the Museum Commons. Bring your own picnic and blankets/chairs and join us for a wonderful evening. In the case of inclement weather, concerts will be cancelled and the [...]

Free

Christian Sands Trio

Side Door Jazz Club 85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, United States

“Christian Sands plays with a restrained touch and a rolling command across the entire keyboard.” – New York Times Christian Sands — Steinway Artist and five-time Grammy Nominee — is an emerging jazz force. His abundant piano technique perfectly matches his conception, accomplishing a much deeper musical goal: a fresh look at the entire language [...]

$35 – $55

Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine

Cafe Nine 250 State Street, New Haven, CT

Come enjoy an afternoon of live jazz with the area's finest players. Sit in with the band and show off your chops or just sit and enjoy a cold drink while the music creates the vibe.

Curtis Brothers Trio

Music Mountain 225 Music Mountain Road, Falls Village, CT

Tribute to Ralph Peterson Zaccai Curtis, Piano; Luques Curtis, Bass; Jerome Jennings, Drums

$20 – $35

Christian Sands Trio

Side Door Jazz Club 85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, United States

“Christian Sands plays with a restrained touch and a rolling command across the entire keyboard.” – New York Times Christian Sands — Steinway Artist and five-time Grammy Nominee — is an emerging jazz force. His abundant piano technique perfectly matches his conception, accomplishing a much deeper musical goal: a fresh look at the entire language [...]

$35 – $55

Dr. G’s Jazz Brunch

Quattro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar 14 Water Street, Guilford, CT

This 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.

Free

Steve Clarke Band

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History One Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT

Steve Clarke brings funky jazz music to the stage with his lifelong musical experience, love for bass guitar, and rhythmic band! Groove to their unique fusion of funk and soul tunes and classic, skilled jazz improvisations. This is just one of the exciting live bands and music activities happening throughout Beat the Heat Weekend, August [...]

Free
Event Series Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz

Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz

Bushnell Park 1 Jewell Street, Hartford, CT

The 57th Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz Series in Bushnell Park (the “Series”) will be held on six consecutive Monday evenings beginning on Monday, July 8 and concluding on Monday, August 12, 2024. As in previous years, the concerts are broadcast on the radio via WWUH 91.3FM. The Series has been recognized as a New England [...]

Free

Jazz at Parkville Market

Parkville Market 1400 Park Street, Hartford

Jazz is back in The Local every other Monday! Kick back, grab a drink with your friends, and enjoy the smooth sounds of the evening!

Tuxedo Junction

Guilford VFW Post 9666 104 Mill Road, Guilford, CT

Doors 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 at Elicit Brewery

Elicit Brewery 165 Adams Street, Manchester, CT

Hartford's premier 16 piece Big Band Jazz Orchestra with monthly special guest artist series.

Free

Adam Anderson Quartet

The Port of Call 15 Water Street, Mystic, CT

The Adam Anderson Quartet performs every Tuesday night. They perform an eclectic mix from the Jazz repertoire, covering the multiple generations of standards, both new and old. The quartet typically consists of Chris Beaudry on tenor saxophone, Phil Palonen on guitar, Evan Wood on drums and is lead by Adam Anderson on upright bass. The [...]

Event Series Black-eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam

Black-eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Nathan Edwards Quartet

Black-eyed Sally's Southern Kitchen & Bar 350 Asylum St., Hartford, CT

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 [...]

Event Series Branford Jazz on the Green

Branford Jazz on the Green

Branford Town Green 1019 Main Street, Branford, CT

The mission of Branford Jazz-on-the-Green is to enrich, entertain, and educate the community by hosting a broad variety of live jazz performances. We pursue our mission through collaborative partnerships with local businesses and sponsors to enhance the quality of life for all. Branford Jazz Parking (directions for GPS~ use 1019 Main Street, Branford, CT. 06405) [...]

Free

Benjamin Simmons Trio

2nd Home Restaurant/Lounge 524 Main Street, Winsted, CT

The ensemble is led by tenor saxophonist Benjamin Simmons. Drawing inspiration from jazz greats such as Sonny Rollins and John Coltrane, the Hartford based trio specializes in straight ahead jazz. The group’s repertoire consists of songbook standards, modern jazz compositions, and originals by members of the band.

New Haven Improvisers Collective performance series

Never Ending Books/Vol. 2 810 State Street, New Haven, CT

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. If you have a group you would like to bring, contact Bob Gorry at bob.gorry@nhic-music.org.  It should feature improvisation in some way, but there are no [...]

Free

Grace Kelly

Katherine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center 300 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT

An unequivocal musical prodigy, singer-saxophonist-songwriter-composer and band leader Grace Kelly has rocked the jazz world with sold-out concerts, 14 acclaimed albums and a resume that includes performing at the Hollywood Bowl as well as being part of the house band for “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” – all before reaching her mid-twenties. As of [...]

$44

Laroo/Byrd Funky4

The Flying Monkey 2095 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT

Saskia Laroo: trumpet, alto sax, vocals - Warren Byrd: keyboard, vocals - Doug 'Basszilla' Long: bass - Alvin Carter, Jr.: drums shred a bevy of funk/jazz/world+etc originals and rock to the beat

Jazz at Three Sheets

Three Sheets 372 Elm Street, New Haven, CT

By New Haven Jazz Underground

Event Series Jazz Fridays at the Fairfield Museum

Jazz Fridays at the Fairfield Museum (outdoors)

Fairfield Museum 370 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT

Jazz Fridays at the Fairfield Museum are back! Every Friday in August, music lovers are invited to kick off their weekends at these free concerts held on the Museum Commons. Bring your own picnic and blankets/chairs and join us for a wonderful evening. In the case of inclement weather, concerts will be cancelled and the [...]

Free

Jeff Fuller-Joe Carter Brazilian Jazz Trio

Best Video Film and Cultural Center 1842 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT

The Jeff Fuller-Joe Carter Brazilian Jazz Trio with Jerrod Cattey. The group features Carter on guitar, Fuller on upright bass, and Cattey on drums The trio celebrates the music of Brazil – Samba, Bossa Nova, Choro, Baiao and more. Their repertoire features songs by Brazil’s classic composers such as Antonio Carlos Jobim, Moacir Santos, Jacob [...]

$15

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