Guitarist Brian Nova’s Little Big Band
Guiarist Brian Nova comes back to Sonoma with his quintet. Vivify™ Music Recording Artist and Benedetto® Artist, Brian Nova, combines a rare mixture of melodic jazz guitar and eloquent vocals. He is one of the few jazz artists in the world who has both studied and toured with the two titans of jazz guitar - Herb Ellis and Joe Pass.
Paula West at Moon House Antiquarium
Paula West at the Moon House Antiquarium
Sunday, May 17 • Doors 2:00 PM • Concert 3:00 PM Moon House Antiquarium, Glen Ellen, CA
Renowned jazz vocalist Paula West brings her rich, expressive voice and unmatched interpretive style to one of Sonoma Valley’s most enchanting spaces. With her signature depth, nuance, and emotional clarity, Paula transforms every song into a story—intimate, powerful, and unforgettable.
Set within the amazing, art‑filled world of the Moon House Antiquarium, guests will also experience the imaginative vision of artist Douglas Fenn Wilson, whose lovingly crafted, museum‑like home blurs the line between history and invention. His immersive environment provides the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of extraordinary music.
A rare performance in a truly singular venue.
Moon House Antiquarium
https://www.moonhouseant.com
Miles Davis at 100: A Centennial Celebration
Date & Time
May 30 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Ticket Options
$45 General Admission
$75 VIP
The Sidemen at Buena Vista Winery
The Sidemen Live at Buena Vista Winery Get your TICKETS now!
Saturday, June 6
Join us for an unforgettable evening of world‑class jazz as The Sidemen bring their powerhouse sound to the historic Buena Vista Winery. Surrounded by Sonoma’s oldest vines and timeless charm, this concert pairs the region’s finest wines with the deep swing and soulful energy of a seven‑piece jazz ensemble at the top of their game.
Featuring
Konstantins Jemeljovas — Trumpet
Rob Sudduth — Saxophones
John Gove — Trombone
Doug Morton — Keys
Randy Vincent — Guitar
Cary Black — Bass
Todd Tribble — Drums
With three horns out front and a rhythm section built for lift‑off, The Sidemen deliver a sound that’s tight, expressive, and steeped in the jazz tradition.
The Music
Expect a night of straight‑ahead jazz, featuring original three‑horn arrangements crafted by the band. Their set draws from the iconic works of:
Charles Mingus
John Coltrane
Wayne Shorter
Cannonball Adderley
…and other masters who shaped the language of modern jazz.
These arrangements honor the spirit of the originals while giving each musician room to stretch, converse, and ignite the stage.
Why This Night Will Stand Out
A rare chance to hear three‑horn arrangements performed by some of the region’s most respected improvisers
A setting that blends historic Sonoma elegance with the spontaneity of live jazz
A perfect pairing of wine, atmosphere, and musicianship
Settle in with a glass of Buena Vista’s finest and let The Sidemen take you on a journey through the heart of the jazz tradition. June 6 is going to swing.
Jazz Mafia - Prince Reimagined
Tuesday Night Market Jazz, Sonoma Plaza
Concert is FREE and aligns with the Farmers Market
6/9 Jazz Mafia: Prince Reimagined
Kate Lamont - vocals
Daniel Casares - sax and vocals
Adam Theis - trombone, vocals
Andrew Levin - guitar, vocals
Ian Mcardle - keys
Josh Thurston-Milgrom - upright bass
Henry Plumb - drums, vocals
Jazz Mafia plays 70s Herbie Hancock
Tuesday Night Market Jazz, Sonoma Plaza
Concert is FREE and aligns with the Farmers Market
7/14 Jazz Mafia plays 70s Herbie Hancock
Daniel Casares - sax
Adam Theis - trombone
Colin Hogan - keys
Steve Hogan - bass
Julian Hogan - drums
Guitarist Bruce Forman Jazz at the Barn
Bruce Forman is a masterful jazz guitarist whose playing blends dazzling technique, deep swing, and a storyteller’s soul. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1956, he began on piano before falling in love with the guitar at 13. By the early ’70s, he had relocated to San Francisco, quickly becoming a vital part of the Bay Area jazz scene. There, he shared stages with legends like Ray Brown, Joe Henderson, Freddie Hubbard, and Eddie Duran. Get your TICKETS now!
Forman’s national breakout came during his years touring with alto saxophonist Richie Cole (1978–1982), and his 1992 album Forman on the Job climbed to #14 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. His guitar work has also graced the silver screen, contributing to Clint Eastwood’s Oscar-winning films Million Dollar Baby, Flags of Our Fathers, and Hereafter.
A passionate educator, Forman is on faculty at USC’s Studio/Jazz Guitar Department. He leads the trio Formanism, the Western swing band Cow Bop, and performs his acclaimed one-man show The Red Guitar, a theatrical journey through music and memory. Through his podcast GuitarWank and books like The Jazz Guitarist’s Handbook, he continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of players.
Jazz Mafia plays Miles Davis
Tuesday Night Market Jazz, Sonoma Plaza
Concert is FREE and aligns with the Farmers Market
8/11 Jazz Mafia plays Miles Davis
Mike Olmos - trumpet
John Palowich - alto sax
Tommy Occhiuto - tenor sax
Adam Theis - trombone
Colin Hogan - keys
Josh Thurston-Milgrom - upright bass
Henry Plumb - drums
Allan Harris
Allan Harris, the Brooklyn-born, Harlem-based vocalist, guitarist, songwriter, and band leader, is a true luminary in the world of music. Revered by the Miami Herald as an artist graced with "the warmth of Tony Bennett, the bite and rhythmic sense of Sinatra, and the sly elegance of Nat ‘King' Cole," Allan Harris stands as an embodiment of moving and magisterial artistry. With a career spanning fourteen recordings as a leader, Allan Harris has captivated audiences worldwide with his exceptional talent and charismatic presence. He boasts an extensive list of accolades, including three-time recipient of the New York Nightlife Award for "Outstanding Jazz Vocalist," a distinguished DownBeat "Rising Star Jazz Vocalist," and a 3rd place winner of the prestigious 2022 "Sarah Vaughan International Vocal Competition." Harris is also a two-time recipient of Hot House Jazz Magazine's "Best Male Jazz Vocalist" award and has been honored with a Back Stage award for "Ongoing Achievement
Jazz Mafia: Stevie Wonder Reimagined
9/8 Jazz Mafia: Stevie Wonder Reimagined
Trance Thompson - vocals
Mike Olmos - trumpet
Tommy Occhiuto - sax
Adam Theis - trombone
Colin Hogan - keys
Josh Thurston-Milgrom - upright bass
Henry Plumb - drums
Guitarist Ray Obiedo with Pete Escovedo
Never has contemporary jazz guitarist Ray Obiedo’s genuine lifelong affection for the San Francisco Bay Area’s unique musical personality been more clearly evident or remarkably celebrated than in his newest CD “Latin Jazz Project Vol 1”, released nationwide on the Rhythmus Records label.
Even as a child growing up in the East Bay, Obiedo recognized his own profoundly soulful musical connection to the Northern California region and its eclectic blend of exotic multi-ethnic rhythms. Small wonder indeed, many years and successful albums later. Ray has steadily emerged as one the most originally expressive and exciting contemporary jazz talents of the decade with a delightfully distinct Bay Area flavor thoroughly marinating his personal jazz signature and nationwide festival performances.
Vocalist Kenny Washington
🎶 Kenny Washington in Concert
A Night with One of Jazz’s Most Celebrated Vocalists
Get ready for an unforgettable evening as we welcome the extraordinary Kenny Washington, a vocalist whose range, warmth, and storytelling have made him one of the most revered voices in jazz today.
With a style that blends the soul of the great jazz crooners with the precision of a master musician, Kenny brings every song to life—swinging effortlessly, soaring through impossibly agile lines, and delivering ballads with heart‑stopping beauty. His performances are intimate, joyful, and deeply human.
This is a rare chance to experience a world‑class jazz vocalist in an intimate Sonoma setting. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering him for the first time, Kenny Washington’s voice will stay with you long after the final note.
Stay tuned for full event details—this is a concert you won’t want to miss.
Jarreau & Beyond
Jazz at Sebastiani
Vocalist Nicolas Bearde and Pianist Tammy Hall Quartet
Tribute to Al Jarreau
Award winning jazz vocalist Nicolas Bearde along with the Bay Area's finest, including pianist, composer Tammy Hall, brings the music of Al Jarreau and more !!! The Jazz Examiner says: "Bearde's sophisticated, revelatory vocals are simply stunning in their bare essence? San Francisco-based Nicolas Bearde is a bona fide jazz master who first made his mark more than 30 years ago as a founding member of Bobby McFerrin's wildly innovative a capella ensemble, " Voicestra". He has released 6 solo CD's on the Right Groove Records label, and has won accolades from critics and jazz audiences worldwide for his "velvet tone" and engaging performances. Bearde's music has been critically acclaimed by Jazziz, Jazz Times, Jazz Week and All About Jazz, and as leader has performed and/or recorded around the world from San Francisco and New York to London, Paris, Moscow and Bejing with such luminaries such as Vincent Herring, Eric Alexander, Josh Nelson and Nat Adderley, Jr.
Members & Sponsors Party - Jazz Mafia Experience
Jazz at the Barn
Members and Sponsors Party
Just RSVP to info@SonomaValleyJazzSociety.org
Leon Joyce Organ Trio Leon Joyce Jr - Bandleader/Drums, Brian Ho - Organ, Ken Okada - Bass
Jazz at the Barn
Leon Joyce Jr - Bandleader/Drums
Brian Ho - Organ
Ken Okada - Bass
Greg Nagy Band
After three years of touring with the Larry McCray Band, Greg Nagy is back on the road as a solo artist with his latest release, The Real You (2024). Already earning critical acclaim and heavy airplay—including Top Ten placements on the Living Blues Charts, International Blues Albums, Roots Music Report for Contemporary Blues, and Canadian Blues Albums Charts—the album showcases Nagy’s signature blend of raw emotion, heart wrenching vocals, and masterful musicianship.
A dynamic, soulful, and compelling performer, Greg Nagy continues to captivate audiences
worldwide. His live shows are not to be missed!

