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Doors open at 6:00. Music starts around 7:30 & 9:30.
All shows are 21+.

  • “Tuesday Happenings”: Hosted by Gerald Clayton with Jermaine Paul & Justin Brown
    “Tuesday Happenings”: Hosted by Gerald Clayton with Jermaine Paul & Justin Brown
    Tue, Apr 30
    Apr 30, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    "Tuesday Happenings" is a weekly series curated by 6x GRAMMY-nominated pianist/composer Gerald Clayton. House band performs one set at 7:30pm followed by a jam session from 9:30-11pm. Jam session participants use coupon code SAM1JAM for a discounted 2nd set.
  • Moraga South American Jazz Collective with Christian Moraga, Katisse Buckingham, Josh Childs & René Camacho
    Moraga South American Jazz Collective with Christian Moraga, Katisse Buckingham, Josh Childs & René Camacho
    Wed, May 01
    May 01, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Lead by multi-percussionist Christian Moraga, this group presents a variety of South American folkloric rhythms from countries such as Chile, Perú and Argentina, orchestrated and mixed with Jazz and North American song forms.
  • Sam Hirsh Quartet with Devin Daniels, Luca Alemanno, & Mark Ferber
    Sam Hirsh Quartet with Devin Daniels, Luca Alemanno, & Mark Ferber
    Thu, May 02
    May 02, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Pianist, composer and educator Sam Hirsh is an active member of the Los Angeles jazz community and is gaining recognition for his soulful, energetic sound. Sam aims to carry on the tradition of this art form and simultaneously create his own voice in the music.
  • Tim Lefebvre with David Binney, John Escreet & Zach Danziger
    Tim Lefebvre with David Binney, John Escreet & Zach Danziger
    Fri, May 03
    May 03, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Throughout his wide-ranging career, Tim Lefebvre has amassed a reputation for being one of the world’s most innovative bassists with a blend of vintage rock, improvisation, soundtrack undertones, and electronic grooves that can be heard on his appearances on over 150 recordings.
  • Russell Ferrante Trio with Michael Valerio & Steve Schaeffer
    Russell Ferrante Trio with Michael Valerio & Steve Schaeffer
    Sat, May 04
    May 04, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    "Yellowjackets" co-founder Russell Ferrante has been one of LA's most in-demand musicians for 40+ years with credits that include Robben Ford, Joe Farrell, Tom Scott, and Joni Mitchell. His trio, featuring Michael Valerio and Steve Schaeffer, is performing music from their 2021 album "Inflection".
  • “Tuesday Happenings”: Hosted by Gerald Clayton with Michael Mayo
    “Tuesday Happenings”: Hosted by Gerald Clayton with Michael Mayo
    Tue, May 07
    May 07, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    "Tuesday Happenings" is a weekly series curated by 6x GRAMMY-nominated pianist/composer Gerald Clayton. House band performs one set at 7:30pm followed by a jam session from 9:30-11pm. Jam session participants use coupon code SAM1JAM for a discounted 2nd set.
  • Larry Goldings and John Sneider "Chinwag" Record Release Show with David Sneider, Karl McComas-Reichl and Joe La Barbera
    Larry Goldings and John Sneider "Chinwag" Record Release Show with David Sneider, Karl McComas-Reichl and Joe La Barbera
    Wed, May 08
    May 08, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Chinwag explores a classic American repertoire and suggests multiple eras and multiple dimensions—a new conversation between old friends, a bold exercise in free improvisation and spontaneous composition, and today's vision of a future firmly rooted in the past.
  • PSA Trio feat. Bob Reynolds
    PSA Trio feat. Bob Reynolds
    Thu, May 09
    May 09, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    The PSA Trio (Pritesh Walia, Sharik Hasan, Avery Logan) seamlessly blends the classic organ trio sound with modern electronic elements, rock, and straight ahead swing. Join this electrifying group as they join forces with saxophonist Bob Reynolds from instrumental supergroup Snarky Puppy.
  • Adam Hersh "Tornado Watch" Album Release
    Adam Hersh "Tornado Watch" Album Release
    Fri, May 10
    May 10, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    The newest album by keyboardist/composer Adam Hersh, "Tornado Watch" features nine original compositions and one reimagining of a jazz standard, all of which is infused with Hersh's adventurous spirit and contemporary sensibilities. Don't miss this special album release weekend!
  • Adam Hersh "Tornado Watch" Album Release
    Adam Hersh "Tornado Watch" Album Release
    Sat, May 11
    May 11, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    The newest album by keyboardist/composer Adam Hersh, "Tornado Watch" features nine original compositions and one reimagining of a jazz standard, all of which is infused with Hersh's adventurous spirit and contemporary sensibilities. Don't miss this special album release weekend!
  • “Tuesday Happenings”: Hosted by Gerald Clayton
    “Tuesday Happenings”: Hosted by Gerald Clayton
    Tue, May 14
    May 14, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    "Tuesday Happenings" is a weekly series curated by 6x GRAMMY-nominated pianist/composer Gerald Clayton. House band performs one set at 7:30pm followed by a jam session from 9:30-11pm. Jam session participants use coupon code SAM1JAM for a discounted 2nd set.
  • Christina Galisatus plays Joni Mitchell's "Court and Spark" and Brian Blade's "Mama Rosa"
    Christina Galisatus plays Joni Mitchell's "Court and Spark" and Brian Blade's "Mama Rosa"
    Wed, May 15
    May 15, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Christina Galisatus and friends celebrate the music of two musicians who refuse to be put into a box. The 1st set features music from Joni Mitchell's iconic record “Court and Spark”, and the 2nd set showcases songs from “Mama Rosa”, the album from brilliant jazz drummer Brian Blade.
  • Joshua White Quintet with Nicole McCabe, Chris Speed, Billy Mohler & Anthony Fung
    Joshua White Quintet with Nicole McCabe, Chris Speed, Billy Mohler & Anthony Fung
    Thu, May 16
    May 16, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Praised by legendary musicians like Herbie Hancock as having “immense talent” and lauded for his “daring and courageous approach to improvisation … on the cutting edge of innovation”, Joshua has distinguished himself as a formidable leader of distinct voice among his peers.
  • LA Jazz Quartet with Darek Oles, Chuck Manning, Larry Koonse & Jason Harnell
    LA Jazz Quartet with Darek Oles, Chuck Manning, Larry Koonse & Jason Harnell
    Fri, May 17
    May 17, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Active since 1994, The LAJQ is made up of four musicians who share a similar vision of acoustic jazz in the new millennium. Influenced by the sound, style and sensibilities of the classic jazz of the 50's and 60's, LAJQ provides a fresh perspective in the context of the contemporary jazz ensemble.
  • LA Jazz Quartet with Darek Oles, Chuck Manning, Larry Koonse & Jason Harnell
    LA Jazz Quartet with Darek Oles, Chuck Manning, Larry Koonse & Jason Harnell
    Sat, May 18
    May 18, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Active since 1994, The LAJQ is made up of four musicians who share a similar vision of acoustic jazz in the new millennium. Influenced by the sound, style and sensibilities of the classic jazz of the 50's and 60's, LAJQ provides a fresh perspective in the context of the contemporary jazz ensemble.
  • “Tuesday Happenings”: Hosted by Gerald Clayton
    “Tuesday Happenings”: Hosted by Gerald Clayton
    Tue, May 21
    May 21, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    "Tuesday Happenings" is a weekly series curated by 6x GRAMMY-nominated pianist/composer Gerald Clayton. House band performs one set at 7:30pm followed by a jam session from 9:30-11pm. Jam session participants use coupon code SAM1JAM for a discounted 2nd set.
  • Daniel Szabo Trio with Luca Alemanno and Dan Schnelle
    Daniel Szabo Trio with Luca Alemanno and Dan Schnelle
    Wed, May 22
    May 22, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Pianist/composer Daniel Szabo has a unique tone that hints at his Central-Eastern-European roots. Over the years, Szabo has collaborated with such giants as Peter Erskine, Chris Potter, Kurt Rosenwinkel, John Patitucci, Dave Weckl, and Danilo Perez.
  • Emily Braden with Sam Barsh, Benjamin Rossman & John Davis
    Emily Braden with Sam Barsh, Benjamin Rossman & John Davis
    Thu, May 23
    May 23, 2024, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Big, bad beauty from Boise, Idaho, Emily Braden has the innate ability to win the heart of any audience with her powerhouse vocals and striking stage presence. Winner of NYC’s prestigious "Best of the Best" Jazzmobile Vocal Competition, her signature sound is an effortless blend of jazz and soul.
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