Events Calendar
Gerald Albright
Thu, Jan 28 - Sun, Jan 31, 2021One of the brightest R&B, contemporary and straight-ahead jazz saxophonists on the scene joined by soul singer/songwriter touring in support of new release “30.”
Take 6
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7, 2021The most awarded a cappella group in history with 10 Grammy’s, heralded by Quincy Jones as “...the baddest cats on the planet!”
Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio
Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 10, 2021Old school Hammond B3 funk, a unique 60's & 70's vintage soul sound mixed with tasty guitar lines and pocket drumming.
Mindi Abair
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 13, 2021Two-time Grammy nominated - ten #1 radio hits - six Top 5 solo records - two #1 spots on the Billiboard album charts
Victor Wooten & The Wooten Brothers ft. Regi, Roy (Futureman), and Joseph
Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Feb 28, 2021Five-time Grammy-winning bassist and founding member of Bela Fleck and the Flecktones… Wooten picked up where Jaco Pastorius left off. Joined by his three brothers, the Wooten brothers have been recognized as some of the most innovative musicians in existence and are collectively known as one of the most talented and dynamic band of brothers the world has ever known.
Karrin Allyson CD Release Celebration - Some of that Sunshine
Tue, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 3, 2021"If there's a choir in heaven, someday the exquisite vocalist Karrin Allyson will lead it. She's such an otherworldly talent that the creator probably already has her on heavy rotation." – The Houston Press
Boney James: SOLID Tour
Fri, Mar 5 - Sun, Mar 7, 20214X Grammy-nominee and multi-platinum selling sultry sax-man with over three million albums sold, touring in support of his new Concord Records release "SOLID".
An Evening with Janiva Magness
Tue, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 10, 2021The second woman, following blues giant Koko Taylor, to receive the Blues Foundation’s B.B. King Entertainer of the Year award, presented to her at the Memphis ceremonies by King and Bonnie Raitt. As anyone who has seen her performances or listened to her albums will attest, Magness has, indeed, earned a place in the history of American music.
Tower of Power
Thu, Mar 11 - Sun, Mar 14, 2021Legendary horn driven urban soul music and perennial favorite!
Vieux Farka Touré
Tue, Mar 23 - Wed, Mar 24, 2021The son of Malian music royalty, the legendary Ali Farka Toure, Vieux Farka Touré is often referred to as the Hendrix of the Sahara, a title meant more to convey the point that the man is a brilliant guitarist than to suggest that there's anything remotely Hendrix-esque about his playing (which there isn't). He's an altogether different kind of awe-inspiring.
Danny Seraphine co-founding member of Chicago
Take Me Back To Chicago Tour
Thu, Mar 25 - Sun, Mar 28, 2021Legendary jazz-rock drummer, co-founding member of Chicago and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer - Take Me Back To Chicago Tour
Acoustic Alchemy
Thu, Apr 8 - Sun, Apr 11, 2021Touring in support of their latest release and first in seven years, 33 1/3, Acoustic Alchemy have spent thirty years making music and in that time they have received droves of critical acclaim for their albums and three Grammy nominations.
Kenny G
Thu, Apr 15 - Sun, Apr 18, 2021Seattle's own Grammy-winning saxman returns for six nights and nine shows!
Keiko Matsui
Thu, Apr 29 - Sun, May 2, 2021Contemporary jazz pianist and composer touring in support of her new release ECHO
NAJEE
Thu, May 6 - Sun, May 9, 2021Five #1 Albums and Four #1 singles on the Billboard Charts, Multi-platinum & Grammy-nominated saxophonist/flautist NAJEE is back with his new album, "Center of the Heart.”
Peabo Bryson
Thu, May 13 - Sun, May 16, 2021Two-time Grammy Award-winning R&B/Soul Singer of new tunes and classic hits touring in support of his 2018 release "Stand For Love." "If Ever You're In My Arms Again," "Can You Stop The Rain,”" "Love Like Yours And Mine," and more...
Lee Ritenour and Dave Grusin
Thu, May 20 - Sun, May 23, 2021Multiple Grammy winning jazz guitarist and pianist - a dynamic and iconic jazz collaboration!
An Evening with Chris Botti
Tue, Jun 1 - Sun, Jun 6, 2021There’s nothing like a Chris Botti concert. He’s the complete package: a dazzling trumpeter at home in everything from jazz to pop to rock, a brilliant bandleader who lets his players shine, and a born showman whose joy at being onstage is infectious. See him live and you’ll understand why musical stars from Sting to Paul Simon to Joni Mitchell have been eager to share his stage.
Lisa Fischer with Taylor Eigsti ~The Badass & The Beautiful~
Thu, Jun 10 - Sun, Jun 13, 2021It was at the Stanford Jazz Festival in 2017 that Lisa Fischer (Rolling Stones, 20 Feet from Stardom) and pianist Taylor Eigsti first played as a duo — and the world stood still. Every note of those first songs still resonates with Lisa and Taylor, so much so that they’ve crafted an entire evening of music for you. Lisa will astonish you with her vocal mastery and stage magic, and together with Taylor she’ll reach directly into your soul in this special performance.
The Spinners
Thu, Jun 17 - Sun, Jun 20, 2021Sophisticated up-tempo classic R&B with precision choreography! The Spinners have sold over 60 million records, topped both the Pop and R&B charts (“I’ll Be Around,” “Then Came You”), received 6 Grammy nominations, and have 18 Solid Gold Top 40 hits!
Greg Adams and East Bay Soul
Tue, Jul 27 - Wed, Jul 28, 2021While Grammy and Emmy nominated arranger and trumpeter Greg Adams will forever be renowned as a co-founder of the legendary Tower of Power, it’s exciting to note that his equally explosive ensemble East Bay Soul is quickly closing in on its first decade of kickin’ recordings and performances. The brass fired ensemble’s stirringly eclectic latest album CONVERSATION has it all and, per its title, connects on many emotional levels.
Maceo Parker
Thu, Aug 12 - Sun, Aug 15, 2021Maceo Parker: his name is synonymous with funky music, his pedigree impeccable; his band: the tightest little funk orchestra on earth. He’s played with every leader of funk, he started with James Brown, then he joined the Mothership with George Clinton and of course played his ongoing part in Prince's tours. He's the living, breathing pulse that connects the history of funk in one golden thread.
Spyro Gyra
Thu, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 12, 2021Seminal multi-platinum selling and 12x Grammy-nominated contemporary jazz band mines a collection of vinyl classics for their first album in six years entitled "Vinyl Tap." "This album is positively fabulous." - Art Good, Jazztrax
Pat Metheny Side-Eye
Thu, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 19, 2021Critically Acclaimed Jazz Guitarist and Composer