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Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Join us for the 21st season of the Baby Grand Jazz series, beginning on Sunday, January 5, 2025. The free series runs from January to April, except Easter Sunday, April 20. Enjoy Sunday afternoon concerts at 3:00 p.m. (doors open at 2:00 p.m.) at the Downtown Library's Center for Contemporary Culture at 500 Main Street, [...]
4 events,
Tuxedo Junction
Tuxedo Junction
Your Swing Dance Band There is nothing like dancing in front of a live band. When the sounds of swing fill the air, people from every generation tap their feet, get on the dance floor, and forget their cares. Composed of 18 skillful musicians, Tuxedo Junction has earned its reputation as Connecticut’s most energizing swing band. So come out to [...]
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Every Monday. No cover. Just Jazz. Join us in the craft bar (upstairs) to enjoy the Hartford Jazz Orchestra! Swing by to soak up the toe-tapping, sophisticated sounds of the HJO.
New Haven Improvisers Collective (workshop)
New Haven Improvisers Collective (workshop)
Last Monday of every month, 7:30-10:30 PM The New Haven Improvisers Collective is dedicated to bringing improvised music to New Haven. Bring your instrument to the next NHIC improvised music workshop. Visit the website below and send your contact information to info@nhic-music.org https://www.nhic-music.org
3 events,
Guy Mintus Trio – Rhapsody in Blue & White
Guy Mintus Trio – Rhapsody in Blue & White
Guy Mintus: Piano, Voice; Luke Sellick: Double Bass; David Sirkis: Drums What happens when George Gershwin meets Naomi Shemer, Leonard Bernstein schmoozes with Arik Einstein or when Fiddler on the Roof dances with Zohar Argov? Join Israeli piano virtuoso Guy Mintus and his trio for an extraordinary evening that bridges the heart of American and [...]
Jazz Ensemble I Plays “Kansas City Suite”
Jazz Ensemble I Plays “Kansas City Suite”
Jazz Ensemble I plays Benny Carter’s Kansas City Suite, as recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra Jeffrey W. Holmes, director; with Hugo Sanbone Ensemble
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin is the bassist and task-master of this adventurous 18-piece group that tackles all kinds of 'difficult' music, from Frank Zappa's "The Grand Wazoo" and Billy Cobham's "Crosswinds" to the Brecker Brothers' "Sponge," Weather Report's "Man in the Green Shirt" Miles Davis' "It's About That Time," Herbie Hancock's "Hang Up Your Hangups" and Jaco [...]
6 events,
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Western CTJazz Faculty
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Western CTJazz Faculty
Two sets - no jam session Presented by the Hartford Jazz Society and Neefjazz Entertainment
Special EFX All-Stars
Special EFX All-Stars
Special EFX All-Stars featuring Chieli Minucci, Elliott Yamin, Lao Tizer, Dave Livolsi, & Joel Rosenblatt Guitarist, composer, producer, and arranger Chieli Minucci is longtime leader of the Grammy-nominated jazz-fusion group SPECIAL EFX featuring Chieli Minucci, a major force on the jazz and world music scene for over 40 years. Chieli and Special EFX recently released [...]
0 events,
6 events,
Randall Kane Quartet
Randall Kane Quartet
Our signature social event features live music, art, food, spirits, and good friends. New Britain’s best Happy Hour, since 1995! Cash bar available; access to Museum galleries is included with your ticket. Event doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Please note: The venue has capacity for several hundred with limited seating available and a full [...]
Laroo/Byrd Funky4
Laroo/Byrd Funky4
Saskia Laroo on trumpet, alto sax, and vocals Warren Byrd on keys, bongos, and vocals Doug “Basszilla” Long on bass Alvin Benjamin Carter on drums
4 events,
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
The Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam is one of the longest running traditions at Cafe Nine. Each week join a new house band as they play a set before it opens up into an open jam. Bring your instrument and come sit in with the band! Admission is always free and children/youngsters are always welcome.
High School Jazz Festival
High School Jazz Festival
Workshop sessions: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Bezanson & Tillis Halls, free Tillis Hall, tickets required 7:30 pm - HS Ensemble Performances 8:00 pm - Etienne Charles Concert With UMass Jazz Faculty, guest adjudicators & Etienne Charles, guest clinician FAC concert with Etienne Charles, 8pm, TIL, tickets at fineartscenter.com or use order form below 7:30 [...]
Gianni Gardner & Ascent
Gianni Gardner & Ascent
Gianni Gardner - Guitar Mackenzie McCarthy - Tenor Saxophone Francesco Pollon - Piano Conway Campbell Jr. - Bass Peru Eizagirre - Drums Gianni Gardner is an up-and-coming jazz guitarist and composer living in New York City. He is best known for his quintet, Ascent, who performs original compositions. Ascent draws inspiration from innovative composers of [...]
3 events,
Dr. G’s Jazz Brunch
Dr. G’s Jazz Brunch
Upcoming "special guests" for Dr. G's Jazz Brunch held on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays from 12pm (noon) until 3pm at Quattro's Italian Restaurant: 1/19- Ben Bilello -bebop drummer 2/02- Naomi Wharry- jazz vocal & trombone 2/16- Billy Cofrances- alto saxophone 3/02- Giacomo Gates-world renown jazz vocalist 3/16- Harvey Martin- trombone 4/06- John Brasile [...]
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Join us for the 21st season of the Baby Grand Jazz series, beginning on Sunday, January 5, 2025. The free series runs from January to April, except Easter Sunday, April 20. Enjoy Sunday afternoon concerts at 3:00 p.m. (doors open at 2:00 p.m.) at the Downtown Library's Center for Contemporary Culture at 500 Main Street, [...]
Gordon Grdina/Christian Lillinger Duo
Gordon Grdina/Christian Lillinger Duo
Gordon Grdina (guitar, midi-guitar), Christian Lillinger (drums) Phenomenal genre-mashing juggernaut Grdina/Lil’inger mixes electronica, drum and bass,metal, punk, and freejazz, into their explosively self-expressive sound.A force of nature on guitar and oud Grdina and virtuosic powerhouse innovator Lil’iinger intersperses intense, complex, spacious, heavily grooving free improv with modular composition ideas. With equal parts rock, punk, and [...]
2 events,
Tuxedo Junction
Tuxedo Junction
Your Swing Dance Band There is nothing like dancing in front of a live band. When the sounds of swing fill the air, people from every generation tap their feet, get on the dance floor, and forget their cares. Composed of 18 skillful musicians, Tuxedo Junction has earned its reputation as Connecticut’s most energizing swing band. So come out to [...]
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Every Monday. No cover. Just Jazz. Join us in the craft bar (upstairs) to enjoy the Hartford Jazz Orchestra! Swing by to soak up the toe-tapping, sophisticated sounds of the HJO.
2 events,
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin is the bassist and task-master of this adventurous 18-piece group that tackles all kinds of 'difficult' music, from Frank Zappa's "The Grand Wazoo" and Billy Cobham's "Crosswinds" to the Brecker Brothers' "Sponge," Weather Report's "Man in the Green Shirt" Miles Davis' "It's About That Time," Herbie Hancock's "Hang Up Your Hangups" and Jaco [...]
5 events,
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Luke Hart
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Luke Hart
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 [...]
Stanley Street Big Band
Stanley Street Big Band
The 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 [...]
3 events,
Jim Schribert / Bill Kimball Guitar Duo
Jim Schribert / Bill Kimball Guitar Duo
The Duo performs a wide variety of traditional and contemporary jazz, as well as smooth jazz instrumentals. Jim and Bill have brought their many years of musical experience together to form this unique jazz guitar duo. Jim Schribert is a graduate of the Hartford Conservatory of Music, studying both jazz and pop guitar styles and [...]
New Haven Improvisers Collective performance series
New Haven Improvisers Collective performance series
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 would like to join COMBO NHIC, show up and be ready by 7pm.
5 events,
Jazz at Three Sheets
Jazz at Three Sheets
David Chevan: I'll be playing a set of Latin Jazz with students from my Latin Jazz Ensemble at SCSU. We’re going to feature some Latin classics interspersed with a few tunes from Brazil. That set is from 6-7 and that is followed directly at 7:30 by a jam session that lasts until 9 pm. I’ll [...]
Rob Duguay’s “Low Key Trio”
Rob Duguay’s “Low Key Trio”
Jordan Piper - keys Rob Duguay - bass Nadav Snir-Zelniker - drums The Low Key Trio is a New York City based group founded by CT bassist/composer Rob Duguay back in 2008. The trio then enjoyed a long and steady stretch of weekly performances for ten years (2014-2024) in Gramercy area of NYC, which is [...]
Stephan Crump’s Slow Water
Stephan Crump’s Slow Water
Stephan Crump (bass), Patricia Brennan (vibes), Jacob Garchik (trombone), Kenny Warren (trumpet), Carrie Frey (viola), yuniya edi kwon (violin) We prefer to control our rivers—to dam them for power, to wall them with levees, to funnel them into canals or aqueducts to supply farm or city, to reroute them entirely to keep cities in good [...]
3 events,
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
The Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam is one of the longest running traditions at Cafe Nine. Each week join a new house band as they play a set before it opens up into an open jam. Bring your instrument and come sit in with the band! Admission is always free and children/youngsters are always welcome.
Matt Parker Trio w/Pianist Richard X Bennett
Matt Parker Trio w/Pianist Richard X Bennett
Saxophonist Matt Parker is set to bring his dynamic trio with Special Guest Pianist Richard X Bennett to The Buttonwood Tree on April 12, 2025, for an evening of expressive and boundary-pushing jazz. This performance will showcase the extraordinary talents of Bennett, bassist Matt Dwonszyk, and drummer Akin Hobson, making for an electrifying night of [...]
Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet
Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet
From a tender young age it was clear that Jason Marsalis had what it took to be great. Jason is the son of pianist and music educator Ellis Marsalis and his wife Dolores, and the youngest sibling of Wynton, Branford and Delfeayo. Together, the four brothers and their patriarch Ellis, comprise New Orleans venerable first [...]
2 events,
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Join us for the 21st season of the Baby Grand Jazz series, beginning on Sunday, January 5, 2025. The free series runs from January to April, except Easter Sunday, April 20. Enjoy Sunday afternoon concerts at 3:00 p.m. (doors open at 2:00 p.m.) at the Downtown Library's Center for Contemporary Culture at 500 Main Street, [...]
JHunter Group
JHunter Group
Live Jazz, Blues and other grooves and Great Food Lisa Marien vocalist Steve Marien saxophonist Rufus Davis pianist James Hunter bassist Ben Bilello drums
2 events,
Tuxedo Junction
Tuxedo Junction
Your Swing Dance Band There is nothing like dancing in front of a live band. When the sounds of swing fill the air, people from every generation tap their feet, get on the dance floor, and forget their cares. Composed of 18 skillful musicians, Tuxedo Junction has earned its reputation as Connecticut’s most energizing swing band. So come out to [...]
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Every Monday. No cover. Just Jazz. Join us in the craft bar (upstairs) to enjoy the Hartford Jazz Orchestra! Swing by to soak up the toe-tapping, sophisticated sounds of the HJO.
2 events,
Kris Jensen Quartet
Kris Jensen Quartet
7:30-8:45 House Band 9-10:30 Jam Session Bring your instruments! Kris Jensen - saxophone Mary DiPaola - piano Jimmy Gavagan - drums Matt Dwonszyk - bass Reservations Call 860-206-4580
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin is the bassist and task-master of this adventurous 18-piece group that tackles all kinds of 'difficult' music, from Frank Zappa's "The Grand Wazoo" and Billy Cobham's "Crosswinds" to the Brecker Brothers' "Sponge," Weather Report's "Man in the Green Shirt" Miles Davis' "It's About That Time," Herbie Hancock's "Hang Up Your Hangups" and Jaco [...]
4 events,
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Mentorship
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Mentorship
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 [...]
1 event,
The Blueprint
The Blueprint
Creative Cocktail Hour is an event where community members connect through music, art, activities, food, and drink. Everyone is welcome. The Blueprint, a trio led by Evan Wood (drums), featuring Michael Carabello (keys), and Tim Weisman (bass).
4 events,
Jazz at Three Sheets
Jazz at Three Sheets
David Chevan: I'll be playing a set of Latin Jazz with students from my Latin Jazz Ensemble at SCSU. We’re going to feature some Latin classics interspersed with a few tunes from Brazil. That set is from 6-7 and that is followed directly at 7:30 by a jam session that lasts until 9 pm. I’ll [...]
Joe Fonda Quartet
Joe Fonda Quartet
Joe Fonda (bass), Rob Garcia (drums), Kenny Wessel (guitar), Sam Bardfeld (violin) Joe Fonda is a composer, bassist, recording artist, interdisciplinary performer, producer and educator. An accomplished international Jazz artist, Fonda has performed with his own ensembles throughout the United States, Canada , Europe and Asia. He has collaborated and performed with such artists as [...]
Julieta Eugienio Trio
Julieta Eugienio Trio
Julieta Eugenio - Saxophone Matt Dwonszyk - Bass Jonathan Barber - Drums Julieta Eugenio, Argentinian Saxophonist based in New York city. Julieta embedded herself into the Argentinian jazz scene and performed in renowned jazz venues in Buenos Aires alongside master musicians. In 2013, Julieta was accepted to study at Queens College for a Jazz Master [...]
2 events,
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
The Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam is one of the longest running traditions at Cafe Nine. Each week join a new house band as they play a set before it opens up into an open jam. Bring your instrument and come sit in with the band! Admission is always free and children/youngsters are always welcome.
Jeff Fuller & Friends
Jeff Fuller & Friends
Jeff Fuller - Bass Naomi Wharry - Trombone/Vocals Nathan Edwards - Tenor Saxophone Jen Allen - Piano Ryan Sands - Drums New Haven-based composer and bassist Jeff Fuller has assembled a quintet of extremely talented young jazz musicians for his fifth appearance as a leader at The Side Door Jazz Club on April 19th. The [...]
1 event,
Dr. G’s Jazz Brunch
Dr. G’s Jazz Brunch
Upcoming "special guests" for Dr. G's Jazz Brunch held on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays from 12pm (noon) until 3pm at Quattro's Italian Restaurant: 1/19- Ben Bilello -bebop drummer 2/02- Naomi Wharry- jazz vocal & trombone 2/16- Billy Cofrances- alto saxophone 3/02- Giacomo Gates-world renown jazz vocalist 3/16- Harvey Martin- trombone 4/06- John Brasile [...]
2 events,
Tuxedo Junction
Tuxedo Junction
Your Swing Dance Band There is nothing like dancing in front of a live band. When the sounds of swing fill the air, people from every generation tap their feet, get on the dance floor, and forget their cares. Composed of 18 skillful musicians, Tuxedo Junction has earned its reputation as Connecticut’s most energizing swing band. So come out to [...]
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Every Monday. No cover. Just Jazz. Join us in the craft bar (upstairs) to enjoy the Hartford Jazz Orchestra! Swing by to soak up the toe-tapping, sophisticated sounds of the HJO.
2 events,
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin is the bassist and task-master of this adventurous 18-piece group that tackles all kinds of 'difficult' music, from Frank Zappa's "The Grand Wazoo" and Billy Cobham's "Crosswinds" to the Brecker Brothers' "Sponge," Weather Report's "Man in the Green Shirt" Miles Davis' "It's About That Time," Herbie Hancock's "Hang Up Your Hangups" and Jaco [...]
4 events,
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Ricki Rizzo
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – Ricki Rizzo
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 [...]
Stanley Street Big Band
Stanley Street Big Band
The 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 [...]
4 events,
Al Fenton Big Band directed by Kathy Neri
Al Fenton Big Band directed by Kathy Neri
Enjoy the vibrant and smooth sounds of the 18 piece Al Fenton Big Band. Their open rehearsal gives you a behind-the scenes look at their musical process, followed by a performance that will have you dancing on the beautiful wooden dance floor. BYOB: Enhance your evening by bringing your own beverages and food. Relax and [...]
T.J. Thompson Trio
T.J. Thompson Trio
The trio is T.J. on piano, James Allen on drums, and Miles Livolsi on bass. This promises to be an amazing evening with this killer jazz trio. They've been here a number of times already, and it's always special. A true don't miss.
5 events,
Jazz at Three Sheets
Jazz at Three Sheets
David Chevan: I'll be playing a set of Latin Jazz with students from my Latin Jazz Ensemble at SCSU. We’re going to feature some Latin classics interspersed with a few tunes from Brazil. That set is from 6-7 and that is followed directly at 7:30 by a jam session that lasts until 9 pm. I’ll [...]
Kirk Edwards Quartet
Kirk Edwards Quartet
Donald Vega - Piano and Music Director Kirk Edwards - Saxophone Dave Baron - Bass Pete Van Nostrand - Drums Kirk Edwards is a musician whose affinity for the music and for those who attend musical performances have inspired him to a long and distinguished career. He has performed as a saxophonist and a clarinetist [...]
5 events,
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
Jazz Jam at Cafe Nine
The Saturday Afternoon Jazz Jam is one of the longest running traditions at Cafe Nine. Each week join a new house band as they play a set before it opens up into an open jam. Bring your instrument and come sit in with the band! Admission is always free and children/youngsters are always welcome.
Bob Ahern Quartet
Bob Ahern Quartet
The Bob Ahern Quartet featuring Jazz drummer Bob Ahern will be performing the last Saturday of every month for 2025 at the legendary Lighthouse Inn in New London. Each month, Bob features a different Jazz celebrity. Great jazz venue and restaurant.
Bobby Sanabria & Ascensión
Bobby Sanabria & Ascensión
$15 general public; $12 senior citizens, Wesleyan faculty/staff/alumni, non-Wesleyan students; $8 Wesleyan students, youth under 18 Led by multiple Grammy Award-nominated drummer, percussionist, composer, arranger, and educator Bobby Sanabria, his ensemble Ascensión has been critically-acclaimed for its Pan-Latino approach to Latin jazz. Encompassing Afro-Cuban, Brazilian and traditions from Venezuela, Colombia, Sanabria's ancestral homeland of Puerto [...]
2 events,
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Baby Grand Jazz at Hartford Public Library
Join us for the 21st season of the Baby Grand Jazz series, beginning on Sunday, January 5, 2025. The free series runs from January to April, except Easter Sunday, April 20. Enjoy Sunday afternoon concerts at 3:00 p.m. (doors open at 2:00 p.m.) at the Downtown Library's Center for Contemporary Culture at 500 Main Street, [...]
3 events,
Tuxedo Junction
Tuxedo Junction
Your Swing Dance Band There is nothing like dancing in front of a live band. When the sounds of swing fill the air, people from every generation tap their feet, get on the dance floor, and forget their cares. Composed of 18 skillful musicians, Tuxedo Junction has earned its reputation as Connecticut’s most energizing swing band. So come out to [...]
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Hartford Jazz Orchestra
Every Monday. No cover. Just Jazz. Join us in the craft bar (upstairs) to enjoy the Hartford Jazz Orchestra! Swing by to soak up the toe-tapping, sophisticated sounds of the HJO.
New Haven Improvisers Collective (workshop)
New Haven Improvisers Collective (workshop)
Last Monday of every month, 7:30-10:30 PM The New Haven Improvisers Collective is dedicated to bringing improvised music to New Haven. Bring your instrument to the next NHIC improvised music workshop. Visit the website below and send your contact information to info@nhic-music.org https://www.nhic-music.org
1 event,
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra
Michael Palin is the bassist and task-master of this adventurous 18-piece group that tackles all kinds of 'difficult' music, from Frank Zappa's "The Grand Wazoo" and Billy Cobham's "Crosswinds" to the Brecker Brothers' "Sponge," Weather Report's "Man in the Green Shirt" Miles Davis' "It's About That Time," Herbie Hancock's "Hang Up Your Hangups" and Jaco [...]
6 events,
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – College Showcase
Black Eyed Sally’s Jazz Jam – College Showcase
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 [...]
Coalition Jazz Band – jam session
Coalition Jazz Band – jam session
The Coalition Jazz Band will kick off a new series of Jazz jam sessions at "The Juke”. Performance followed by a jam session. Bring your instrument or voice and sit in.
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