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December 2025
Cafe Nine Jazz Jam
Every Saturday, from 4 – 7 pm, Café Nine, 250 State Street, New Haven, holds its weekly afternoon jazz jam session. Musicians, come sit in after the first set! No cover charge.
Find out more »Nat Reeves Trio with Jordan Williams and Jeff “Tain” Watts
Nat Reeves Trio with Jordan Williams and Jeff "Tain" Watts By The Side Door Jazz Club Dec 27 from 8pm to 10:30pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Bassist Nat Reeves and his Trio! Nat Reeves - Bass Jordan Williams - Piano Jeff "Tain" Watts - Drums For over 40 years, Nat Reeves has been one of the top bassists in jazz. His supportive and stimulating playing has uplifted a countless number of sessions and recording…
Find out more »Quattro’s Sunday Jazz Brunch
Quattro’s Sunday jazz brunches continue with guest artists John & Francesca Brasile on Dec.7th, and pianist Joe McWilliams on the 21st. Music from 12 — 3 pm. Great food, by the way!
Find out more »Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction
Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction ~ a big band with a swingin’ and danceable repertoire ~ rehearses regularly on Mondays 7 – 8:30 pm at the Guilford VFW Hall, 104 Mill Road, Guilford, CT. FREE and open to the public.
Find out more »Jazz Haven Radio
Tune in to WNHH Radio at 103.5 FM or on the web every Wednesday from 2:00 to 3:00 pm as Stanley Welch hosts the program Jazz Haven live. The program often features musicians from the Connecticut area either past or present. Jazz Haven also live streams at: newhavenindependent.org and at jazzradiowetf.org Mr. Welch, aka “Stan The Man,” honored by Jazz Haven as “Unsung Hero” of 2017, is no stranger to jazz radio. Stanley worked at WYBC-FM for many years as on-air jazz DJ…
Find out more »New Years Eve with Michelle Lordi/Matthew Parrish Quartet
New Years Eve with Michelle Lordi/Matthew Parrish Quartet By The Side Door Jazz Club 2 sets, each set is 1.3 hours long: 8:30pm and 10:45pm, $89.93 per set Celebrate New Years Eve with an amazing Jazz Quartet featuring Vocalist Michelle Lordi and Bassist Matthew Parrish! This show will have a 1 drink minimum per person Michelle Lordi - Vocals Matthew Parrish - Bass Vincent Bourgeyx - Piano Byron Landham - Drums Jazz bassist, Matthew Parrish, has ‘come into his own’…
Find out more »Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop
Catch some of the finest jazz in New Haven with the Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop every Wednesday evening from 9:00 pm to midnight. Free. No cover charge. The Owl Shop is located at 268 College Street in the center of downtown New Haven.
Find out more »January 2026
Fridays with Frank Jazz Listening Sessions
Friday Happy Hour Jazz with Frank Cochran at The Institute Library Every Friday from 5:15-7:00 p.m. An Eclectic Selection From Our Vinyl Collection The Fridays with Frank jazz listening sessions are held in the third floor music room, to consider, contemplate and appreciate the wonders in the Institute Library's amazing jazz vinyl collection. Friday Happy Hour Jazz is, as always, a BYOB, BYO Snack evening; the crowd's always appreciative and always excited to see what people bring. Updates to the…
Find out more »Cafe Nine Jazz Jam
Every Saturday, from 4 – 7 pm, Café Nine, 250 State Street, New Haven, holds its weekly afternoon jazz jam session. Musicians, come sit in after the first set! No cover charge.
Find out more »Quattro’s Jazz Brunch
Jazz Brunch at Quattro’s Italian Restaurant & Bar, 14 Water Street, Guilford, CT. Guitarist Gary Grippo,who leads the show, has invited the marvelous saxophonist Dave Arrezini to join Jeff Fuller on bass and Barry Ries on drums and trumpet. Hope you can stop by for the food and the music. Looking ahead: on the 18th the group will be joined by saxophonist Paul Evoscevitch, and on February 1stguest artist is Tom Boates on trombone.
Find out more »Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction
Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction ~ a big band with a swingin’ and danceable repertoire ~ rehearses regularly on Mondays 7 – 8:30 pm at the Guilford VFW Hall, 104 Mill Road, Guilford, CT. FREE and open to the public.
Find out more »Jazz Haven Radio
Tune in to WNHH Radio at 103.5 FM or on the web every Wednesday from 2:00 to 3:00 pm as Stanley Welch hosts the program Jazz Haven live. The program often features musicians from the Connecticut area either past or present. Jazz Haven also live streams at: newhavenindependent.org and at jazzradiowetf.org Mr. Welch, aka “Stan The Man,” honored by Jazz Haven as “Unsung Hero” of 2017, is no stranger to jazz radio. Stanley worked at WYBC-FM for many years as on-air jazz DJ…
Find out more »Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop
Catch some of the finest jazz in New Haven with the Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop every Wednesday evening from 9:00 pm to midnight. Free. No cover charge. The Owl Shop is located at 268 College Street in the center of downtown New Haven.
Find out more »Darren Litzie Trio
On Thursday, January 8th, from 5 – 7 pm, pianist Darren Litzie’s Trio, featuring Jeff Fuller on bass and Jerrod Cattey on drums, will play at the Marcel Hotel.
Find out more »Fridays with Frank Jazz Listening Sessions
Friday Happy Hour Jazz with Frank Cochran at The Institute Library Every Friday from 5:15-7:00 p.m. An Eclectic Selection From Our Vinyl Collection The Fridays with Frank jazz listening sessions are held in the third floor music room, to consider, contemplate and appreciate the wonders in the Institute Library's amazing jazz vinyl collection. Friday Happy Hour Jazz is, as always, a BYOB, BYO Snack evening; the crowd's always appreciative and always excited to see what people bring. Updates to the…
Find out more »Hamilton de Holanda Trio
Hamilton de Holanda Trio By The Side Door Jazz Club Jan 9 from 8pm to 10:30pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Hamilton de Holanda and his Trio! Hamilton de Holanda - Mandolin Salomâo Soares - Piano Big Rabello - Drums Hamilton de Holanda is one of Brazil’s most celebrated musicians—a global ambassador, virtuoso performer, and groundbreaking improviser. Picking up the mandolin at the age of five, he redefined the 10-string version of the instrument, transforming…
Find out more »Cafe Nine Jazz Jam
Every Saturday, from 4 – 7 pm, Café Nine, 250 State Street, New Haven, holds its weekly afternoon jazz jam session. Musicians, come sit in after the first set! No cover charge.
Find out more »Gary Grippo, Jeff Fuller & Barry Ries
Saturday, January 10th, from 4 – 7 pm there's the Saturday jazz jam at Café Nine, hosted by Gary Grippo on guitar, Jeff Fuller on bass and Barry Ries on drums and trumpet. Musicians, come sit in after the first set!
Find out more »Boss Baritones Featuring Gary Smulyan and Frank Basile
Boss Baritones Featuring Gary Smulyan and Frank Basile By The Side Door Jazz Club Jan 10 from 8pm to 10:30pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with the Boss Baritones! Gary Smulyan - Baritone Saxophone Frank Basile - Baritone Saxophone Steve Ash - Piano Mike Karn - Bass Jason Tiemann - Drums Inspired by the rich history of the great 2-tenor pairings in jazz (think Lester Young & Herschel Evans, Gene Ammons & Sonny Stitt, Lockjaw Davis…
Find out more »Quattro’s Jazz Brunch
Quattro's Italian Ristorante holds its weekly jazz brunch every Sunday from 12 noon to 3pm.
Find out more »Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction
Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction ~ a big band with a swingin’ and danceable repertoire ~ rehearses regularly on Mondays 7 – 8:30 pm at the Guilford VFW Hall, 104 Mill Road, Guilford, CT. FREE and open to the public.
Find out more »Jazz Haven Radio
Tune in to WNHH Radio at 103.5 FM or on the web every Wednesday from 2:00 to 3:00 pm as Stanley Welch hosts the program Jazz Haven live. The program often features musicians from the Connecticut area either past or present. Jazz Haven also live streams at: newhavenindependent.org and at jazzradiowetf.org Mr. Welch, aka “Stan The Man,” honored by Jazz Haven as “Unsung Hero” of 2017, is no stranger to jazz radio. Stanley worked at WYBC-FM for many years as on-air jazz DJ…
Find out more »Allen Lowe & The All-Stars
Wednesday, January 14th from 7 – 9 pm, Allen Lowe & The All-Stars perform at Best Video Film & Cultural Center, 1842 Whitney Ave., Hamden, for a jazz session with “a coterie of musical guests,” including Jeff Fuller, Gary Grippo, Barry Ries, and Mark Kaplan. $10 cover.
Find out more »Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop
Catch some of the finest jazz in New Haven with the Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop every Wednesday evening from 9:00 pm to midnight. Free. No cover charge. The Owl Shop is located at 268 College Street in the center of downtown New Haven.
Find out more »James Weidman and Harvie S
January 15, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm $10.76 – $20.76 Jame Weidman, a valued pianist, has been a sideman and accompanist in many settings over the past 30+ years, from Abbey Lincoln, Cassandra Wilson, Steve Coleman to Kevin Mahogany and the Grammy nominated Joe Lovano Us Five. In addition, James has also proven to be an increasingly significant bandleader and composer/arranger. His recording on Inner Circle Music “Spiritual Impressions” featuring Ruth Naomi Floyd has garnered critical acclaim. It…
Find out more »Fridays with Frank Jazz Listening Sessions
Friday Happy Hour Jazz with Frank Cochran at The Institute Library Every Friday from 5:15-7:00 p.m. An Eclectic Selection From Our Vinyl Collection The Fridays with Frank jazz listening sessions are held in the third floor music room, to consider, contemplate and appreciate the wonders in the Institute Library's amazing jazz vinyl collection. Friday Happy Hour Jazz is, as always, a BYOB, BYO Snack evening; the crowd's always appreciative and always excited to see what people bring. Updates to the…
Find out more »Chris DePino, Chris Morrison and Morris Trent with Dan Klug Live
Chris DePino Just Jazz Quartet Friday January 16th, 7:30 pm. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Speakeasy open & serving beverages and snacks. A vibrant figure in the jazz harmonica world, New Haven native Chris DePino blends technical mastery with a soulful narrative that resonates with audiences across genres and continents. Milford Arts Council (MAC), 40 Railroad Avenue South, Milford, CT 06460 Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey with Chris and the Just Jazz Quartet! Dive into the vibrant heart of the…
Find out more »Haneef Nelson Quintet
Haneef Nelson Quintet By The Side Door Jazz Club Jan 16 from 8pm to 10:30pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with trumpeter Haneef Nelson and his Quintet! Haneef Nelson - Trumpet Nathan Edwards - Tenor Saxophone Andrew Wilcox - Piano Luques Curtis - Bass Akin Hobson - Drums Haneef N. Nelson works as a Composer/Arranger, Bandleader, Sideman, Musical Curator, and Educator based out of Hartford, CT. He was introduced to the trumpet at age 12 and…
Find out more »Cafe Nine Jazz Jam
Every Saturday, from 4 – 7 pm, Café Nine, 250 State Street, New Haven, holds its weekly afternoon jazz jam session. Musicians, come sit in after the first set! No cover charge.
Find out more »Mark Kaplan Jazz Quartet
January 17, 2026 @ 7:00PM — 9:00PM, $15 Mark Kaplan Jazz Quartet Mark Kaplan is an established luminary on the local and regional jazz scene. Mark Kaplan, tenor saxophone; Martin Carter, piano; Adam Anderson, bass; and John Rispoli, drums. https://buttonwood.networkforgood.com/events/88785-mark-kaplan-quartet-jazz The Buttonwood Tree Performing Arts Center: 605 Main Street Middletown, CT 06037
Find out more »Pat Bianchi Trio
Pat Bianchi Trio By The Side Door Jazz Club Jan 17 from 8pm to 10:30pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Organist Pat Bianchi and his Trio! Pat Bianchi - Organ Troy Roberts - Saxophone Colin Stranahan - Drums Grammy nominated organist Pat Bianchi has established himself as one of the premier organists on the international scene today. Bianchi is the winner of Downbeat Magazine’s 2016 rising star poll, Hot House 2019 poll and nominee of…
Find out more »Jazz Brunch at Quattro’s
Sunday, January 18 - Jazz Brunch at Quattro’s Italian Restaurant & Bar, 14 Water Street, Guilford, CT. Guitarist Gary Grippo,who leads the show, has invited saxophonist Paul Evoscevitch to join Jeff Fuller on bass and Barry Ries on drums and trumpet. Hope you can stop by for the food and the music. Looking ahead: on February 1stguest artist is Tom Boates on trombone.
Find out more »Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction
Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction ~ a big band with a swingin’ and danceable repertoire ~ rehearses regularly on Mondays 7 – 8:30 pm at the Guilford VFW Hall, 104 Mill Road, Guilford, CT. FREE and open to the public.
Find out more »Cyrus Chestnut Trio
Cyrus Chestnut Trio ByThe Side Door Jazz Club The Side Door Old Lyme, CT Saturday, Feb 21 from 8 pm to 10:30 pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Pianist Cyrus Chestnut and his Trio! Cyrus Chestnut is one of the most gifted and innovative jazz pianists of his generation. With a musical style that effortlessly combines the influences of gospel, classical music, and straight-ahead jazz, Chestnut has garnered acclaim from critics and peers alike for…
Find out more »Jazz Haven Radio
Tune in to WNHH Radio at 103.5 FM or on the web every Wednesday from 2:00 to 3:00 pm as Stanley Welch hosts the program Jazz Haven live. The program often features musicians from the Connecticut area either past or present. Jazz Haven also live streams at: newhavenindependent.org and at jazzradiowetf.org Mr. Welch, aka “Stan The Man,” honored by Jazz Haven as “Unsung Hero” of 2017, is no stranger to jazz radio. Stanley worked at WYBC-FM for many years as on-air jazz DJ…
Find out more »Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop
Catch some of the finest jazz in New Haven with the Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop every Wednesday evening from 9:00 pm to midnight. Free. No cover charge. The Owl Shop is located at 268 College Street in the center of downtown New Haven.
Find out more »Melissa Newman
Melissa Newman January 22, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm $10.76 – $20.76 Melissa Newman , vocals Tony Lombardozzi, guitar Phil Bowler, bass Bobby Leonard, drums Join us for a warm evening of hot Jazz at Westport's own Jazz Inferno! Melissa is a natural talent, and really makes every song she sings her very own. With a band like this, the evening is sure to be way over the top. This show always sells out so be sure and…
Find out more »Fridays with Frank Jazz Listening Sessions
Friday Happy Hour Jazz with Frank Cochran at The Institute Library Every Friday from 5:15-7:00 p.m. An Eclectic Selection From Our Vinyl Collection The Fridays with Frank jazz listening sessions are held in the third floor music room, to consider, contemplate and appreciate the wonders in the Institute Library's amazing jazz vinyl collection. Friday Happy Hour Jazz is, as always, a BYOB, BYO Snack evening; the crowd's always appreciative and always excited to see what people bring. Updates to the…
Find out more »Tyreek McDole Quintet
Tyreek McDole Quintet By The Side Door Jazz Club Jan 23 from 8pm to 10:30pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Vocalist Tyreek McDole and his Quintet! Tyreek McDole - Vocals & Keys Dylan Band - Tenor & Soprano Saxophones Joe Block - Piano/Keys Dan Finn - Bass Gary Jones III - Drums Tyreek McDole, a 25-year-old Haitian-American vocalist from Florida, is making waves on the New York and international music scenes. His artistry is rooted…
Find out more »Cafe Nine Jazz Jam
Every Saturday, from 4 – 7 pm, Café Nine, 250 State Street, New Haven, holds its weekly afternoon jazz jam session. Musicians, come sit in after the first set! No cover charge.
Find out more »Tyreek McDole Quintet
Tyreek McDole Quintet By The Side Door Jazz Club Jan 24 from 8pm to 10:30pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Vocalist Tyreek McDole and his Quintet! Tyreek McDole - Vocals & Keys Dylan Band - Tenor & Soprano Saxophones Joe Block - Piano/Keys Dan Finn - Bass Gary Jones III - Drums Tyreek McDole, a 25-year-old Haitian-American vocalist from Florida, is making waves on the New York and international music scenes. His artistry is rooted…
Find out more »Quattro’s Jazz Brunch
Quattro's Italian Ristorante holds its weekly jazz brunch every Sunday from 12 noon to 3pm.
Find out more »Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction
Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction ~ a big band with a swingin’ and danceable repertoire ~ rehearses regularly on Mondays 7 – 8:30 pm at the Guilford VFW Hall, 104 Mill Road, Guilford, CT. FREE and open to the public.
Find out more »Jazz Haven Radio
Tune in to WNHH Radio at 103.5 FM or on the web every Wednesday from 2:00 to 3:00 pm as Stanley Welch hosts the program Jazz Haven live. The program often features musicians from the Connecticut area either past or present. Jazz Haven also live streams at: newhavenindependent.org and at jazzradiowetf.org Mr. Welch, aka “Stan The Man,” honored by Jazz Haven as “Unsung Hero” of 2017, is no stranger to jazz radio. Stanley worked at WYBC-FM for many years as on-air jazz DJ…
Find out more »Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop
Catch some of the finest jazz in New Haven with the Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop every Wednesday evening from 9:00 pm to midnight. Free. No cover charge. The Owl Shop is located at 268 College Street in the center of downtown New Haven.
Find out more »Jim Royle’s Caribbean Jazz Connection
Jim Royle’s Caribbean Jazz Connection January 29, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm $10.76 – $20.76 The Caribbean Jazz Connection is led by drummer Jim Royle who has been crossing genres of Jazz and Caribbean Latin styles for years. They delight audiences wherever they go in the Islands or on the mainland. Royle, the consummate educator and artist has brought so many young and old alike into the joys of percussion, especially with Steel pans and Caribbean Jazz. The band features Jim’s former student and…
Find out more »Fridays with Frank Jazz Listening Sessions
Friday Happy Hour Jazz with Frank Cochran at The Institute Library Every Friday from 5:15-7:00 p.m. An Eclectic Selection From Our Vinyl Collection The Fridays with Frank jazz listening sessions are held in the third floor music room, to consider, contemplate and appreciate the wonders in the Institute Library's amazing jazz vinyl collection. Friday Happy Hour Jazz is, as always, a BYOB, BYO Snack evening; the crowd's always appreciative and always excited to see what people bring. Updates to the…
Find out more »Jeff Fuller & Friends
Friday, January 30th, at 7:00 pm, come on out to Best Video Film & Cultural Center, 1842 Whitney Ave., Hamden, for the first of two shows with Jeff Fuller's All-Star jazz group (under the old name) Jeff Fuller & Friends, with Naomi Wharry (trb/voc), Nigel Regan (alto sax), Ryan Sands (drs), Jeff Fuller, (bass) and Darren Litzie (pno.) $20 cover.
Find out more »Jazzmeia Horn
Jazzmeia Horn By The Side Door Jazz Club Jan 30 from 8pm to 10:30pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Vocalist Jazzmeia Horn and her group! As Grammy-nominated vocalist Jazzmeia Horn looks out the window of her 11th-floor hotel room in Tokyo, she describes the surrounding skyscrapers, the yellow and pink clouds floating by and Messages — her fourth leader date, which is set to release October 25, 2024, via Empress Legacy Records. In part, Messages,…
Find out more »Cafe Nine Jazz Jam
Every Saturday, from 4 – 7 pm, Café Nine, 250 State Street, New Haven, holds its weekly afternoon jazz jam session. Musicians, come sit in after the first set! No cover charge.
Find out more »Jazzmeia Horn
Jazzmeia Horn By The Side Door Jazz Club Jan 31 from 8pm to 10:30pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Vocalist Jazzmeia Horn and her group! As Grammy-nominated vocalist Jazzmeia Horn looks out the window of her 11th-floor hotel room in Tokyo, she describes the surrounding skyscrapers, the yellow and pink clouds floating by and Messages — her fourth leader date, which is set to release October 25, 2024, via Empress Legacy Records. In part, Messages,…
Find out more »February 2026
Jazz Brunch at Quattro’s
Sunday, February 1st - Jazz Brunch at Quattro’s Italian Restaurant & Bar, 14 Water Street, Guilford, CT. Guitarist Gary Grippo,who leads the show, has invited guest artist Tom Boates on trombone to join Jeff Fuller on bass and Barry Ries on drums and trumpet. Hope you can stop by for the food and the music.
Find out more »Quattro’s Jazz Brunch
Quattro's Italian Ristorante holds its weekly jazz brunch every Sunday from 12 noon to 3pm.
Find out more »Jeff Fuller & Friends
Jeff Fuller & Friends, with Naomi Wharry (trb/voc), Nigel Regan (alto sax), Ryan Sands (drs), and Darren Litzie (pno.) perform on Sunday, February 1st from 4 – 5:30 pm at the Yale Jazz Festival in the E-Room of the Afro-American Cultural Center, 211 Park Street, New Haven. This event is free and open to the public,
Find out more »Jeff Fuller & Friends
Sunday, February 1st from 4 – 5:30 pm Jeff Fuller & Friends will be at the Yale Jazz Festival in the E-Room of the Afro-American Cultural Center, 211 Park Street, New Haven. This event is free and open to the public, sponsored by the Yale Undergraduate Jazz Collective.
Find out more »Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction
Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction ~ a big band with a swingin’ and danceable repertoire ~ rehearses regularly on Mondays 7 – 8:30 pm at the Guilford VFW Hall, 104 Mill Road, Guilford, CT. FREE and open to the public.
Find out more »Jazz Haven Radio
Tune in to WNHH Radio at 103.5 FM or on the web every Wednesday from 2:00 to 3:00 pm as Stanley Welch hosts the program Jazz Haven live. The program often features musicians from the Connecticut area either past or present. Jazz Haven also live streams at: newhavenindependent.org and at jazzradiowetf.org Mr. Welch, aka “Stan The Man,” honored by Jazz Haven as “Unsung Hero” of 2017, is no stranger to jazz radio. Stanley worked at WYBC-FM for many years as on-air jazz DJ…
Find out more »Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop
Catch some of the finest jazz in New Haven with the Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop every Wednesday evening from 9:00 pm to midnight. Free. No cover charge. The Owl Shop is located at 268 College Street in the center of downtown New Haven.
Find out more »Mark Kaplan Jazz Quartet
Thursday, February 5th from 7 – 9 pm, the Mark Kaplan Jazz Quartet at Golf Cove, 336 State Street, North Haven. The band consists of Mark Kaplan on tenor sax, Jeff Fuller on bass, Martin Carter on piano, John Rispoli on drums. Open to public, no cover.
Find out more »Fridays with Frank Jazz Listening Sessions
Friday Happy Hour Jazz with Frank Cochran at The Institute Library Every Friday from 5:15-7:00 p.m. An Eclectic Selection From Our Vinyl Collection The Fridays with Frank jazz listening sessions are held in the third floor music room, to consider, contemplate and appreciate the wonders in the Institute Library's amazing jazz vinyl collection. Friday Happy Hour Jazz is, as always, a BYOB, BYO Snack evening; the crowd's always appreciative and always excited to see what people bring. Updates to the…
Find out more »Joe Carter & Jeff Fuller
Friday, February 6th, bassist Jeff Fuller joins guitarist Joe Carter, for some great Brazilian tunes at Bangkok Room, 76 Main Street, Ansonia, from 6 – 9 pm. This is a very fun hang out – great food & drink!
Find out more »Joe Carter & Jeff Fuller
Friday, February 6th, from 6 – 9 pm. Guitarist Joe Carter and bassist Jeff Fuller join together for some great Brazilian tunes at Bangkok Room, 76 Main Street, Ansonia, from 6 – 9 pm. Reservations suggested! The duo will be playing the music of A.C. Jobim, Joao Gilberto, Joao Donato, Luiz Bonfa, Baden Powell and others, all with a modern Jazz twist. SambaJazz! The duo in action: https://youtu.be/9rE_Yxx5Tkc?si=CXzhn3KrsVQ4CTwt
Find out more »Meshell Ndegeocello
The Ellington Jazz Series at Yale Presents Meshell Ndegeocello Friday, February 6, 2026 7:30PM Morse Recital Hall The singular Meshell Ndegeocello honors James Baldwin in No More Water — a genre-defying work that “howls with clenched-teeth fury, sobs in soul-crushing despair, prances in queer joy with cautious optimism” (Downbeat). Tickets start at $26, Yale faculty/staff start at $19, Students start at $11 https://music-tickets.yale.edu/950/26247?z=0 Save up to 15% on single-ticket prices when you purchase a Pick 3 or Pick 5 package.…
Find out more »Christopher McBride & The Whole Proof
Christopher McBride & The Whole Proof By The Side Door Jazz Club The Side Door Old Lyme, CT Friday, Feb 6 from 8 pm to 10:30 pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Saxophonist Christopher McBride and his Quartet! Christopher McBride - Saxophone Jon Thomas - Piano Barry Stephenson - Bass Michael Piolet - Drums Saxophonist Christopher McBride is based in New York City. His work includes education, arranging and composition in addition to performance. He has…
Find out more »Cafe Nine Jazz Jam
Every Saturday, from 4 – 7 pm, Café Nine, 250 State Street, New Haven, holds its weekly afternoon jazz jam session. Musicians, come sit in after the first set! No cover charge.
Find out more »Bobby Broom Trio
Bobby Broom Trio ByThe Side Door Jazz Club The Side Door Old Lyme, CT Saturday, Feb 7 from 8 pm to 10:30 pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Guitarist Bobby Broom and his Trio! Bobby Broom - Guitar Nat Reeves - Bass Ron Savage - Drums Guitar great Bobby Broom knows exactly when he first fell in love with the jazz organ. The magic moment came at age 10 when he put on one of…
Find out more »Quattro’s Jazz Brunch
Quattro's Italian Ristorante holds its weekly jazz brunch every Sunday from 12 noon to 3pm.
Find out more »Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction
Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction ~ a big band with a swingin’ and danceable repertoire ~ rehearses regularly on Mondays 7 – 8:30 pm at the Guilford VFW Hall, 104 Mill Road, Guilford, CT. FREE and open to the public.
Find out more »Jazz Haven Radio
Tune in to WNHH Radio at 103.5 FM or on the web every Wednesday from 2:00 to 3:00 pm as Stanley Welch hosts the program Jazz Haven live. The program often features musicians from the Connecticut area either past or present. Jazz Haven also live streams at: newhavenindependent.org and at jazzradiowetf.org Mr. Welch, aka “Stan The Man,” honored by Jazz Haven as “Unsung Hero” of 2017, is no stranger to jazz radio. Stanley worked at WYBC-FM for many years as on-air jazz DJ…
Find out more »Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop
Catch some of the finest jazz in New Haven with the Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop every Wednesday evening from 9:00 pm to midnight. Free. No cover charge. The Owl Shop is located at 268 College Street in the center of downtown New Haven.
Find out more »The Dr. AZA Quartet
The Dr. AZA Quartet Saturday February 9th at 8:00pm Firehouse 12 45 Crown Street in New Haven CT Dr. AZA Allsop (piano, vocals), Zwelakhe Duma Bell Le Pere (bass), Abdul Rahim Ryan Sands (drums), Jalen Francis (saxophone) "ShoutOut to Love" is an evening curated to bring together art, culture, and healing through the transformative sounds of the Dr. AZA Quartet. Blending jazz, RandB, hiphop and other African diasporic traditions with intentional community-building, this event will offer an immersive experience for…
Find out more »Fridays with Frank Jazz Listening Sessions
Friday Happy Hour Jazz with Frank Cochran at The Institute Library Every Friday from 5:15-7:00 p.m. An Eclectic Selection From Our Vinyl Collection The Fridays with Frank jazz listening sessions are held in the third floor music room, to consider, contemplate and appreciate the wonders in the Institute Library's amazing jazz vinyl collection. Friday Happy Hour Jazz is, as always, a BYOB, BYO Snack evening; the crowd's always appreciative and always excited to see what people bring. Updates to the…
Find out more »Ryan Sands Presents Altus
ALTUS w/ Ryan Sands February 13, 2026 @ 7:00PM — 9:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) The Buttonwood Tree Performing Arts Center: 605 Main Street Middletown, CT 06457 Drummer and Composer Ryan Sands Presents: Altus Altus, a fusion of five gifted musicians—Dave Adewumi, Isaac Levien, Neta Raanan, Nathan Reising, and Ryan Sands—embarks on sonic journeys rooted in a decade-long musical bond. Inspired by Black American improvisational techniques, Altus creates narratives that blur the line between immediate experience and timeless mythologies.…
Find out more »Jimmy Greene Quartet
Jimmy Greene Quartet By The Side Door Jazz Club Feb 13 from 8pm to 10:30pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Saxophonist Jimmy Greene and his Quartet! A native of Connecticut, Jimmy Greene is one of the most respected saxophonists of his generation. His most recent recording, As We Are Now, was released on July 25, 2025. His 2014 release, Beautiful Life (Mack Avenue), garnered two Grammy® Award nominations: one for Best Jazz Instrumental Album and…
Find out more »Cafe Nine Jazz Jam
Every Saturday, from 4 – 7 pm, Café Nine, 250 State Street, New Haven, holds its weekly afternoon jazz jam session. Musicians, come sit in after the first set! No cover charge.
Find out more »Jimmy Greene Quartet
Jimmy Greene Quartet ByThe Side Door Jazz Club The Side Door Old Lyme, CT Saturday, Feb 14 from 8 pm to 10:30 pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Saxophonist Jimmy Greene and his Quartet! A native of Connecticut, Jimmy Greene is one of the most respected saxophonists of his generation. His most recent recording, As We Are Now, was released on July 25, 2025. His 2014 release, Beautiful Life (Mack Avenue), garnered two Grammy® Award…
Find out more »Quattro’s Jazz Brunch
Quattro's Italian Ristorante holds its weekly jazz brunch every Sunday from 12 noon to 3pm.
Find out more »Jimmy Greene Quartet
Jimmy Greene Quartet ByThe Side Door Jazz Club The Side Door Old Lyme, CT Sunday, Feb 15 from 8 pm to 10:30 pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Saxophonist Jimmy Greene and his Quartet! A native of Connecticut, Jimmy Greene is one of the most respected saxophonists of his generation. His most recent recording, As We Are Now, was released on July 25, 2025. His 2014 release, Beautiful Life (Mack Avenue), garnered two Grammy® Award…
Find out more »Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction
Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction ~ a big band with a swingin’ and danceable repertoire ~ rehearses regularly on Mondays 7 – 8:30 pm at the Guilford VFW Hall, 104 Mill Road, Guilford, CT. FREE and open to the public.
Find out more »Jazz Haven Radio
Tune in to WNHH Radio at 103.5 FM or on the web every Wednesday from 2:00 to 3:00 pm as Stanley Welch hosts the program Jazz Haven live. The program often features musicians from the Connecticut area either past or present. Jazz Haven also live streams at: newhavenindependent.org and at jazzradiowetf.org Mr. Welch, aka “Stan The Man,” honored by Jazz Haven as “Unsung Hero” of 2017, is no stranger to jazz radio. Stanley worked at WYBC-FM for many years as on-air jazz DJ…
Find out more »Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop
Catch some of the finest jazz in New Haven with the Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop every Wednesday evening from 9:00 pm to midnight. Free. No cover charge. The Owl Shop is located at 268 College Street in the center of downtown New Haven.
Find out more »Fridays with Frank Jazz Listening Sessions
Friday Happy Hour Jazz with Frank Cochran at The Institute Library Every Friday from 5:15-7:00 p.m. An Eclectic Selection From Our Vinyl Collection The Fridays with Frank jazz listening sessions are held in the third floor music room, to consider, contemplate and appreciate the wonders in the Institute Library's amazing jazz vinyl collection. Friday Happy Hour Jazz is, as always, a BYOB, BYO Snack evening; the crowd's always appreciative and always excited to see what people bring. Updates to the…
Find out more »Cyrus Chestnut Trio
Cyrus Chestnut Trio ByThe Side Door Jazz Club The Side Door Old Lyme, CT Friday, Feb 20 from 8 pm to 10:30 pm EST Join us for a special night of jazz with Pianist Cyrus Chestnut and his Trio! Cyrus Chestnut is one of the most gifted and innovative jazz pianists of his generation. With a musical style that effortlessly combines the influences of gospel, classical music, and straight-ahead jazz, Chestnut has garnered acclaim from critics and peers alike for…
Find out more »Cafe Nine Jazz Jam
Every Saturday, from 4 – 7 pm, Café Nine, 250 State Street, New Haven, holds its weekly afternoon jazz jam session. Musicians, come sit in after the first set! No cover charge.
Find out more »Quattro’s Jazz Brunch
Quattro's Italian Ristorante holds its weekly jazz brunch every Sunday from 12 noon to 3pm.
Find out more »Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction
Pat Todd’s Tuxedo Junction ~ a big band with a swingin’ and danceable repertoire ~ rehearses regularly on Mondays 7 – 8:30 pm at the Guilford VFW Hall, 104 Mill Road, Guilford, CT. FREE and open to the public.
Find out more »Jazz Haven Radio
Tune in to WNHH Radio at 103.5 FM or on the web every Wednesday from 2:00 to 3:00 pm as Stanley Welch hosts the program Jazz Haven live. The program often features musicians from the Connecticut area either past or present. Jazz Haven also live streams at: newhavenindependent.org and at jazzradiowetf.org Mr. Welch, aka “Stan The Man,” honored by Jazz Haven as “Unsung Hero” of 2017, is no stranger to jazz radio. Stanley worked at WYBC-FM for many years as on-air jazz DJ…
Find out more »Allen Lowe & The All-Stars
Allen Lowe & The All-Stars Please join Best Video Film & Cultural Center and host Allen Lowe for our Monthly Jazz Night with Allen Lowe & The All-Stars on Wednesday, February 25th at 7pm. There will be a coterie of musical guests assembled by our host each month in a relaxed setting with tables and chairs to truly sit back, relax, and enjoy the great vibe. Of course, the BVCoffee Bar will be open for beer, wine, and café drinks.…
Find out more »Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop
Catch some of the finest jazz in New Haven with the Kevin Saint James Band at The Owl Shop every Wednesday evening from 9:00 pm to midnight. Free. No cover charge. The Owl Shop is located at 268 College Street in the center of downtown New Haven.
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