San Francisco Metro: Fri, Oct 23, 2026 · Jazz · 34 events · data version 20261021-173303
7:00 PM · Other Dimensions in Sound · Medicine for Nightmares (Mission) · live_music, jazz · rating 10
bayimproviser.com · details Other Dimensions in Sound is our Friday music series curated and hosted by Boohaabian multi reed player extraordinare David Boyce. Each week David will be inviting different musical guests to join him in our galeria for a night of musical medicina.
Tonight’s double dose of sonic sustenance is being brought to you by Rigo(solo-1st set) & Carolina Chubb, Darren Johnston, and David Boyce(2nd set)
5:00 PM · Gary Meek Quartet · Meyhouse Palo Alto (Palo Alto) · Buy Tickets · live_music, jazz · rating 8
meyhousejazz.com · details Saxophonist, pianist, and composer Gary Meek—known for his work with Dave Weckl, Airto Moreira, Flora Purim, Al Jarreau, and Herb Alpert—brings music from across his career alongside new, unreleased compositions.
6:00 PM · Clint Baker & The All Stars · Cafe Borrone (Menlo Park) · live_music, jazz · rating 8
cafeborrone.com · details Multi-instrumentalist Clint Baker leads a seasoned ensemble performing traditional New Orleans-style jazz and swing at Cafe Borrone.
7:00 PM · TROY ROBERTS NU-JIVE · SFJAZZ Lab (Hayes Valley) · live_music, jazz · rating 8
sfjazz.org · details "A force to be reckoned with no matter the setting” ( JazzTimes ), Troy Roberts is a powerhouse saxophonist shaping modern jazz — a three-time GRAMMY nominee known widely for his work with Orrin Evans, Veronica Swift, and Kurt Elling, among many others. He’s released five albums as a leader including his latest, 2024’s Green Lights , and his ongoing quintet project Nu-Jive fuses groove, virtuosity, and bold improvisation into a fresh, high-energy sound.
7:30 PM · EDWARD SIMON: FEMENINAS · SFJAZZ Auditorium (Hayes Valley) · live_music, jazz · rating 8
sfjazz.org · details w/ Magos Herrera, Luis Quintero, Matt Brewer, & Rafael Barata
7:30 PM · Kurt Ribak Trio · Bird & Beckett (Glen Park) · $20 · jazz, live_music · rating 8
birdbeckett.com · details Lincoln Adler, saxophone
Scott Foster, guitar;
Kurt Ribak, bass
$20 cover charge; byob
Students $10
For a reservation, call the bookshop at 415-586-3733
Kurt Rebak’s compositions signify his reach for what happens when “Charles Mingus meets The Meters, and they go to Duke Ellington’s house to jam, with Cachao and Thelonious Monk sitting in.”
Kurt has shared the stage with circus performers, preachers and fire-breathing strippers, but never all three at once.
8:00 PM · Gary Meek Quartet · Meyhouse Palo Alto (Palo Alto) · Buy Tickets · live_music, jazz · rating 8
meyhousejazz.com · details Saxophonist, pianist, and composer Gary Meek—known for his work with Dave Weckl, Airto Moreira, Flora Purim, Al Jarreau, and Herb Alpert—brings music from across his career alongside new, unreleased compositions.
time TBA · Josh Gelfand · Madrone Art Bar (Divisadero) · live_music, jazz · rating 8
madroneartbar.com · details 6:30pm-8:30pm Josh Gelfand on Piano
Playing all the songs from your one friend’s favorite playlist, and some of the ones from yours.
6:00 PM · Dan White · Mr. Tipples (Civic Center) · $15 · live_music, jazz · rating 7
mrtipplessf.com · details Scott Amendola | Drums
Kai Lyons | Guitar
Adam Klipple | Keys
Dan White | Sax
A true catalyst for creativity, Dan White brings dynamism to his every pursuit. Highly praised and in demand, this multifaceted saxophonist, bandleader, composer, arranger, educator, and all-around collaborative force elevates each scenario he inhabits.
6:30 PM · Sidewinders · Ocean Ale House (Ingleside) · live_music, jazz · rating 7
oceanalehouse.com · details Friday Night Social Jazz
7:00 PM · Kenny Washington Quartet · Keys Jazz Bistro (North Beach) · Tickets: $40 per show · live_music, jazz · rating 7
keysjazzbistro.com · details Keys favorite Kenny Washington always brings concert thrills and spills to Keys. Don’t miss out on one of our very own world class bay area artists!Kenny Washington has thrilled audiences across the globe with his soulful interpretations, seemingly limitless range, and inventive scatting. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Washington appeared in 2013 with Wynton Marsalis and The Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra, alongside vocalists Gregory Porter and Paula West.
7:00 PM · NO(w) Beauty · Black Cat (Tenderloin) · Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 · live_music, jazz · rating 7
blackcatsf.turntabletickets.com · details Poetic, boundary-crossing modern jazz where acoustic lyricism meets electronic texture, classical color, and hip-hop influence.
French-American quartet NO(w) Beauty arrives at Black Cat with a sound that feels cinematic, searching, and deeply human. Their acclaimed debut established them as one of contemporary jazz’s most distinctive new voices, earning honors from Jazz Magazine, Jazz News, Académie Charles Cros, FIP, and the Académie du Jazz.
7:30 PM · THE JAZZ THEORY · Sheba Jazz Lounge (Fillmore) · No Cover Charge · live_music, jazz · rating 7
shebapianolounge.com · details The Jazz Theory brings classic and contemporary jazz interpretations to the stage at Sheba Jazz Lounge. Expect lively improvisation and tight rhythm work throughout the night.
8:00 PM · Alicia Camiña · SJZ Break Room (San Jose) · $27.00 · live_music, jazz · rating 7
sanjosejazz.org · details Saxophonist, composer and producer Alicia Camiña Ginés is recognized for a distinctive fusion of jazz and flamenco bridging her Andalusian roots with modern sensibility.
8:00 PM · Blues Sessions with Terrie Odabi · Meyhouse San Ramon (San Ramon) · live_music, jazz · rating 7
meyhousejazz.com · details Blues Sessions with Terrie Odabi Featuring Cal High Student Jazz Combos in a Special Pre-Show Performance Fri, Oct 23 | Meyhouse Jazz San Ramon Join Terrie Odabi at Meyhouse for an unforgettable evening of Blues, Soul, and Jazz. Featuring heartfelt originals, powerful storytelling, and songs filled with love, passion, and meaningful messages, Terrie delivers a soulful performance that will move your heart and lift your spirit.
8:00 PM · DEATH AND SAXES · The Crepe Place (Santa Cruz) · FREE SHOW · live_music, jazz · rating 7
thecrepeplace.com · details Death and Saxes is a jazz quartet focused on improvisation-- exploring the classic music of the 50s and 60s. Founded by saxophonist John Bouwsma, the band offers spontaneity and excitement at every show. Featuring John Bouwsma on Tenor Saxophone, Harrison Brand on Guitar, Jamie Brudnick on Upright Bass, and Ben Sibley on Drums.
8:00 PM · “FOG CITY FRIDAYS” FEAT. FOG CITY SWING · Dawn Club (Financial District) · Free · live_music, jazz · rating 7
dawnclub.com · details Fog City Swing was created by Trumpeter Daniel Herrera in 2023, the goal, to become the “world’s smallest big band!” Rapidly becoming one of the preeminent Jazz and Swing bands in the Bay Area, their ongoing Friday night residency at San Francisco’s premier Jazz venue, the Dawn Club, features some of Northern California’s top vocalists and instrumentalists to consistently sold out crowds.
9:00 PM · Atta Kid · Keys Jazz Bistro (North Beach) · Tickets: $40 per show · live_music, jazz · rating 7
keysjazzbistro.com · details A staple of the Bay Area scene since 2013, Atta Kid is an all-star crew that reaches into the swampy lilt of New Orleans and the razor-sharp precision of the East Bay at the same time. Led by Daniel Casares (sax and vocals)and Max Cowan (B-3, keyboards and vocals), Atta Kid will take you on a round-trip from Oakland to the bayou in every set. This February, Atta Kid showcases the breadth of their repertoire. Listen for a reimagined Lee Morgan tune or a Stevie Wonder ballad turned upbeat funk.
9:30 PM · NO(w) Beauty · Black Cat (Tenderloin) · Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 · live_music, jazz · rating 7
blackcatsf.turntabletickets.com · details Poetic, boundary-crossing modern jazz where acoustic lyricism meets electronic texture, classical color, and hip-hop influence.
French-American quartet NO(w) Beauty arrives at Black Cat with a sound that feels cinematic, searching, and deeply human. Their acclaimed debut established them as one of contemporary jazz’s most distinctive new voices, earning honors from Jazz Magazine, Jazz News, Académie Charles Cros, FIP, and the Académie du Jazz.
11:59 PM · LATE NIGHT SET: MAX EHRHARDT · Dawn Club (Financial District) · Free · live_music, jazz · rating 7
dawnclub.com · details Max Ehrhardt is a Oakland based trumpet player and educator dedicated to spreading music and creativity into the Bay-Area community. Growing up in programs like Oaktown Jazz Workshops and earning his undergraduate degree at the University of the Pacific under the instruction of Joe Mazzaferro, Max has accumulated a wealth of musical experience spanning multiple genres and styles.Drawing influence from Hard Bop players such as Lee Morgan, Blue Mitchell, and Freddie Hubbard as well as Funk and…
4:00 PM · Camille Kerani Trio · JAX Vineyards (SOMA) · Free Admission · live_music, jazz · rating 6
exploretock.com · details Saxophonist and composer Camille Kerani is an emerging star in the international jazz scene. A Berkeley High alumnus who rose through the SFJAZZ High School All-Stars program to attend UCLA, Kerani has emerged as one of the most exciting young voices in contemporary jazz, blending technical command with a fearless spirit of improvisation. As a member of the Channeltone Horns, she has toured the globe, playing top venues and stadiums alike with hitmaking soul group Thee Sacred Souls.
5:00 PM · Katy Stephan · Comstock Saloon (North Beach) · Free · live_music, jazz · rating 6
offbeatsf.com · details Katy Stephan’s residency at Comstock Saloon turns the room into a small, candlelit listening space. At the piano she blends jazz‑inflected originals with reimagined standards and art‑pop tunes, her clear,...
5:00 PM · Tori Roze and Johnny Alexander · The Grove (SOMA) · Free · live_music, jazz · rating 6
offbeatsf.com · details Tori Roze and Johnny Alexander bring a taste of San Diego's acclaimed soul-jazz scene to The Grove, performing as an intimate duo drawn from their six-piece band Tori Roze and The Hot Mess. Roze is a vocalist of rare range and imagination, weaving together influences from Michael Jackson, Erykah Badu, Ella Fitzgerald, Björk, and musical...
6:00 PM · Jacknife · The DeLuxe (Haight) · $10 · live_music, jazz · rating 6
offbeatsf.com · details Jacknife brings hard-hitting West Coast post-bop to The Deluxe as San Francisco saxophonist Steven Lugerner leads his formidable quintet through the music of jazz legend Jackie McLean — exploring tunes from McLean's seminal early- and mid-1960s Blue Note albums Jacknife, It's Time, Let Freedom Ring, and New Soil with the creative heat and searing intensity...
8:00 PM · A Jazzy Halloween with Sarah Star · Back Room (Berkeley) · live_music, jazz · rating 6
events.humanitix.com · details Description A playful twist on Halloween through jazz, blues, soul, and reimagined tunes. Known for her expressive vocals and dynamic stage presence, Bay Area vocalist Sarah Star brings her expressive style and theatrical flair to an evening that blends jazz tradition with contemporary influences. The night leaves room for the unexpected, including a few surprise guest numbers along the way.
8:00 PM · Andean and Latin World Music Night · Peña Pachamama (North Beach) · $20.00 · live_music, latin_world, jazz · rating 6
offbeatsf.com · details Two-time Latin Grammy nominee Eddy Navia and Quentin Navia are joined by master violinist Georges Lammam, dancers and dancing. Their performances blend the charango (a traditional ten-string instrument), haunting sounds...
8:00 PM · Gaucho Jazz · Comstock Saloon (North Beach) · Free · live_music, jazz · rating 6
offbeatsf.com · details Gaucho at the Comstock Saloon plays energetic, guitar-led early jazz that blends 1930s Gypsy jazz with New Orleans swing, ragtime, and gutbucket blues. Led by guitarist Dave Ricketts, the band’s...
8:00 PM · Rotating Bands at the Lion’s Den · Lion's Den (Chinatown) · Free · live_music, jazz · rating 6
offbeatsf.com · details Experience the resurgence of San Francisco’s historic Chinatown nightlife at the Lion’s Den. Tucked away on Wentworth Place, this bi-level lounge and performance space blends modern cocktail culture with the East meets West spirit of the Chinatown’s golden age. Every week, the venue transforms into a unique destination for live music, featuring a rotating roster...
8:00 PM · THE JOINT CHIEFS · The Crow's Nest (Santa Cruz) · $7 cover · live_music, jazz, rnb_soul_funk · rating 6
thejointchiefsband.com · details Friday October 23rd Funk, jazz and classic R&B Starts at 08:00 PM
8:30 PM · Jazz Trio · Bix (North Beach) · Free · live_music, jazz · rating 6
bixrestaurant.com · details Live jazz trio performance at the bar. No cover charge.
8:30 PM · Lavay Smith, Howard Wiley & Chris Siebert · The Royal Cuckoo (Mission) · Free · live_music, jazz · rating 6
offbeatsf.com · details An intimate evening of vintage jazz and blues at the Royal Cuckoo Organ Lounge featuring the core of the Red Hot Skillet Lickers. Lavay Smith (Vocals): The “Queen of Classic Jazz”...
9:30 PM · Takezo · The Saloon (North Beach) · Free · live_music, jazz · rating 6
offbeatsf.com · details Takezo (Yoshinobu Takeda) is a rhythm and blues singer and guitarist who appears at The Saloon in North Beach. Born in Kagawa and raised in Kyoto, he began singing in bands and composing music at age 12, drawing early inspiration from American film soundtracks, The Beatles, and Otis Redding, and has been based in San...
time TBA · Michael Udelson · The Vault Steakhouse (Financial District) · live_music, jazz · rating 6
vaultsteakhouse.com · details Pianist Michael Udelson has performed at some of San Francisco's most distinctive venues. Michael was house pianist at the Four Seasons Hotel from 2001 - 2012, and has entertained at the Fairmont Hotel.
time TBA · Suzanne Piano Player · Max's of Burlingame (Burlingame) · live_music, jazz · rating 6
maxsofburlingame.com · details Live piano music featuring Suzanne every Friday.