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Upcoming Shows
Doors open at 6:00 PM. Music starts around 7:30 & 9:30 PM. All shows are 21+.
Sam First is dedicated to providing an immersive listening experience. To ensure that everyone can fully enjoy the performance, we kindly ask that no talking takes place during the show.
Tue, Sep 02"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.
Wed, Sep 03Drummer Roni Kaspi has been turning a lot of heads since her huge breakthrough as the international touring drummer with bassist Avishai Cohen's trio. Sam First welcomes Roni with some of her closest LA friends and musical colleagues to play their unique interpretations of classic jazz standards.
Thu, Sep 04Pianist and composer Kei Akagi has been a mainstay of the international jazz world for over four decades. The Sam First performance will feature original selections from Akagi’s album releases from the last decade.
Fri, Sep 05Legendary drummer Joe La Barbera takes the stage, leading a modified version of his 30+ year quintet that combines LA legends with some of the best young musicians on the scene. Expect hard bop heaven!- Sat, Sep 06Legendary drummer Joe La Barbera takes the stage, leading a modified version of his 30+ year quintet that combines LA legends with some of the best young musicians on the scene. Expect hard bop heaven!
Sun, Sep 07Tomat is a Californian farm-to-table restaurant located in Westchester that celebrates seasonal, local, and sustainable produce. Join Sam First Sunday evenings on Tomat's rooftop for cocktails, wine, small bites and live jazz with an unparalleled view of jets landing at LAX. *ALL AGES WELCOME*- Tue, Sep 09"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.
Wed, Sep 10Trombonist and composer Jon Hatamiya has firmly established himself as LA's go-to creative and improvising musician on the trombone. He brings his current sextet - featuring dear collaborators and LA musical stalwarts in their own rights - for an evening of his own original music, both new and old.
Thu, Sep 11A collection of new works inspired by diverse musical influences including Modern Jazz, European Classical Music, and American Blues.
Fri, Sep 12“There are some stellar younger jazz pianists working today[...], and if you are going to play in this league, you must have a style which sets you apart from the rest. Michael Ragonese falls into that category as evidenced by his latest release "Stracci.” - All About Jazz
Sat, Sep 13Join Sam First for a celebration of community, creativity, and the enduring legacy of jazz in Los Angeles, as we honor two legendary icons who helped shape its path-- Billy Childs, LA-native Grammy-winning pianist and composer, and Ruth Price, Founder of LA's famed Jazz Bakery. *ALL AGES WELCOME*- Sun, Sep 14Tomat is a Californian farm-to-table restaurant located in Westchester that celebrates seasonal, local, and sustainable produce. Join Sam First Sunday evenings on Tomat's rooftop for cocktails, wine, small bites and live jazz with an unparalleled view of jets landing at LAX. *ALL AGES WELCOME*
Tue, Sep 16"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.
Wed, Sep 17This star-studded group will honor the late, great Tony Williams and his quintet by performing his music while matching the energy, complexity, and innovation that made Williams' music a cornerstone of modern jazz.- Thu, Sep 18This star-studded group will honor the late, great Tony Williams and his quintet by performing his music while matching the energy, complexity, and innovation that made Williams' music a cornerstone of modern jazz.
Fri, Sep 19Alto saxophonist Sarah Hanahan leads a powerhouse NYC-based group steeped in the tradition of hard bop while pushing the boundaries of modern jazz. Expect bold improvisation, tight interplay, and a sound that’s both timeless and urgent—this is a band not to be missed.
Sat, Sep 20Known for his dynamic playing and imaginative arranging on his own trio recordings and those of the Jeff Hamilton Trio, Hendelman has been a long-time member of the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra and has performed with Benny Golson, Terrell Stafford, Natalie Cole, Barbra Streisand and many more.- Sun, Sep 21Tomat is a Californian farm-to-table restaurant located in Westchester that celebrates seasonal, local, and sustainable produce. Join Sam First Sunday evenings on Tomat's rooftop for cocktails, wine, small bites and live jazz with an unparalleled view of jets landing at LAX. *ALL AGES WELCOME*
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