Guitarist Brian Nova’s Little Big Band
Apr
12

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.

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Paula West at Moon House Antiquarium
May
17

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

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The Sidemen at Buena Vista Winery
Jun
6

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.

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Jazz Mafia  - Prince Reimagined
Jun
9

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

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Jazz Mafia plays 70s Herbie Hancock
Jul
14

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

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Guitarist Bruce Forman Jazz at the Barn
Jul
18

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.

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Jazz Mafia plays Miles Davis
Aug
11

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

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Allan Harris
Sep
5

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

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Jazz Mafia: Stevie Wonder Reimagined
Sep
8

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

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Guitarist Ray Obiedo with Pete Escovedo
Oct
3

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.

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Vocalist Kenny Washington
Nov
1

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.

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Jarreau & Beyond
Nov
2

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.

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Greg Nagy Band
Jul
5

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!

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