
Upcoming events.

John Troy Group - Rippin' on Radiohead
The dial on John Troy’s Saxophone goes up to 11!
Come take a ride with a band full of exciting ideas, energetic grooves, and zaaaney humor. The John Troy Group presents a special night of reimagined/ revamped tunes of Radiohead and others that are sure to leave you with your mouth open and your soul refreshed!

Griff Kaz Quartet at Black Dots Records
One of the best spots for jazz in Buffalo is the loading dock of this amazing record store.
Come grab a cocktail, peruse the thousands of records throughout the store, and strap in for an incredible show! The crowds here are full of love for the music, and the venue is both intimate and makes you feel connected to the pulse of Buffalo’s music scene. Hear Griff’s original works paired with video and go on a multimedia adventure that takes you from everyday revelations to the moments that make the heart of a human life.

John Bacon Quartet at Gene McCarthy's
Great bar! Great music!
John Bacon once again leads the band at this Buffalo landmark! Gene McCarthy’s now carries the torch of live jazz as the spiritual successor to the monthly Flying Bison session started by the great Bobby Militello. Come hear a wide range of jazz standards from Buffalo’s best in a great room for listening with excellent food and drink.
No Tickets or Cover! Tips Appreciated!

John Bacon Quartet at Gene McCarthy's
Great bar! Great music!
John Bacon once again leads the band at this Buffalo landmark! Gene McCarthy’s now carries the torch of live jazz as the spiritual successor to the monthly Flying Bison session started by the great Bobby Militello. Come hear a wide range of jazz standards from Buffalo’s best in a great room for listening with excellent food and drink.

Griff Kaz Quartet at Revolution Gallery Lounge
The Quartet’s first show at Revolution!
Griff brings a mix of his original, cinematic jazz compositions and arrangements of jazz standards to the the heart of Hertel Ave. Come join us for a great night of music at this North Buffalo favorite and support live music!
$10 Cover - Doors open at 7pm - Music from 8-10pm

Star People at PAUSA
Star People has garnered a reputation for their electrifying and exhilarating performances, which are characterized by not only their tight arrangements but also their adventurous spirit in improvisation.

John Bacon Quintet at Duende
The preeminent drummer of the Buffalo jazz scene, John Bacon’s quintet explores the myriad moods and subtleties of his original works. John’s compositions can make you forget how you never knew that you liked Ornette Coleman, can reaffirm that yes, you do wish you had always been a drummer, and above all can take you on a fun and exciting journey into the music which he creates with meticulous care and mountainous ability.

Griff Kaz at Five Points
Griff joins a small collection of Buffalo’s finest jazz musicians in one of the city’s favorite free outdoor jazz series. Grab a delicious coffee and some artisanal baked goods from Five Points Bakery and enjoy a beautiful summer morning with live Jazz!

Louis Prima Jr. and the Witnesses at Festa Italiana
Returning to the Festa Italiana in Sterling Heights, MI, Louis Prima Jr. and his Witnesses bring their signature blend of the old and new in an electrifying show thats sure to put some red pepper flakes on your pasta puttanesca!

Louis Prima Jr. and the Witnesses at Festa Italiana
Returning to the Festa Italiana in Sterling Heights, MI, Louis Prima Jr. and his Witnesses bring their signature blend of the old and new in an electrifying show thats sure to put some red pepper flakes on your pasta puttanesca!

Louis Prima Jr. and the Witnesses at Festa Italiana
Returning to the Festa Italiana in Sterling Heights, MI, Louis Prima Jr. and his Witnesses bring their signature blend of the old and new in an electrifying show thats sure to put some red pepper flakes on your pasta puttanesca!

Griff Kaz Quartet at PAUSA
PAUSA has for two years now been the place to hear Griff’s original works premiered for the first time in an intimate setting. This venue prides itself on being a listening space where every note of the performance can be heard and so is the ideal spot to embark on the cinematic journeys that are Griff’s original works. Grab tickets soon as the stage area sells out quickly!

Lindsey Holland Quintet at Carnegie Arts Center
Buffalo has it good with jazz singers.
An absolute gem of a vocalist on the Buffalo scene, Lindsey Holland sings and swings at the Carnegie Arts Center Live on the Lawn series in North Tonawanda. She is joined by a killer band of Buffalo’s top Jazz players including Jared Tinkham on guitar, Ed Croft on bass, Dave Phillips on Drums, and Griff on trumpet and violin! Tickets are $10 general admission, free for CAC members..

John Bacon and Friends at Gene McCarthy's
John Bacon once again leads the band at this Buffalo landmark! Gene McCarthy’s now carries the torch of jazz as the spiritual successor to the monthly Flying Bison session started by the great Bobby Millitelo. Come hear a wide range of jazz standards from Buffalo’s best in a great room for listening with excellent food and drink.

John Bacon Quintet at Duende
The preeminent drummer of the Buffalo jazz scene, John Bacon’s quintet explores the myriad moods and subtleties of his original works. John’s compositions can make you forget how you never knew that you liked Ornette Coleman, can reaffirm that yes, you do wish you had always been a drummer, and above all can take you on a fun and exciting journey into the music which he creates with meticulous care and mountainous ability.

Griff Kaz at Five Points
Griff joins a small collection of Buffalo’s finest jazz musicians in one of the city’s favorite free outdoor jazz series. Grab a delicious coffee and some artisanal baked goods from Five Points Bakery and enjoy a beautiful summer morning with live Jazz!

Tetragon at Black Dots
There are four sides to every story told with Jared Tinkham’s Tetragon! This sweetheart of a man unleashes everything from feelings of tender romance to unrelenting volcanic rage as he and his 3 stalwart companions journey through jazz standards and Jared’s own epic original works!