ART • EQUITY • ACCESS
Friday, July 13, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books in San Rafael
For pure musical adventure that crosses geographical borders and bridges the divide between “world” music and improvisational jazz, this assemblage is not to be missed. In addition to Ian Dogole on udu, cajon, djembe, talking drum, hang, kalimba, the trio features Sheldon Brown on tenor, alto & soprano saxophones, clarinet, bass clarinet, flute & other surprises, and Sascha Jacobsen on double bass.… Read More
Friday, June 8 at 6pm, Copperfield’s Books in San Rafael
The Susan Sutton Trio is a marvel of melodic invention and subtle interplay in the classic piano trio format, with the added feature of Ms. Sutton’s swinging vocals. Performing the standard jazz repertoire along with original compositions by Sutton and those of famed pianist and composer Bryce Rohdes, the trio provides great textural and dynamic variety and is always highly listenable.… Read More
Friday, May, 11 at 6pm, Copperfield’s Books in San Rafael
Kat Parra is an award-winning jazz vocal musician, composer, lyricist and arranger with an international perspective. In 2006, she quit her job as a graphic designer at Cisco Systems, Inc. to pursue her passion for music and she’s never looked back.… Read More
Friday, March 9, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books
Peter Anastos & Iter perform a dynamic mix of straight-ahead and ethnic-infused jazz. Original compositions by Anastos feature the influence of Greek folk dance drawn from his cultural roots, while the overall repertoire provides a wide variety for the listener, so there’s something for everyone.… Read More
Friday, February 23, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books, San Rafael
Through the unique instrumentation of flute, bass, and vibes, the Gaea Schell Trio performs a unique mix of original compositions and standards of great composers like Benny Golson and Horace Silver. Gaea Schell, who is a a prominent Bay Area pianist, will treat us to her work as a jazz flutist.… Read More
Friday, February 9, 6-8pm at Copperfield’s Books, San Rafael
Jazz in the Neighborhood is introducing a new format — live music plus conversation — at some of our Copperfield’s Books events. It’s an opportunity to learn about the history, theory, and practice of jazz straight from the horse’s mouth.… Read More
Friday, November 10, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books, San Rafael
Discover Flute Fired Fusion with Matt Eakle, flute; Joey Edelman, piano; Alex Baum, bass; and Jack Dorsey, drums. Performing all original compositions that evoke the blues, soul, and jazz; their spell-binding, adrenaline-pumping jams transfix and transport.… Read More
Friday, October 27, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books | no admission charge |
Join with us as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Jazz Caliente. Founded by Lee Waterman and Tommy Kesecker in 1997, the band performs Afro-Cuban and Brazilian jazz featuring original compositions by Waterman as well as arrangements of jazz and Latin masters such as Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, Wes Montgomery, Tito Puente, and Sergio Mendes.… Read More
Friday, October 13, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books | no admission charge |
Charged Particles is a trio that crosses stylistic boundaries and blends diverse traditions to create engaging new sounds. Fiery drummer Jon Krosnick is joined by Murray Low, a keyboard wizard with dazzling Latin-jazz technique and imaginative improvisational skills, and Aaron Germain, an inventive and sophisticated acoustic and electric bassist.… Read More
Friday, September 29, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books | no admission charge |
Jazz in the Neighborhood presents the tbd Quartet, whose name reflects the instrumentation of trumpets, bass and drums. Representing T for trumpets are Mario Guarneri and Erik Jekabson.… Read More
Friday, September 8, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books |no admission charge|
Jazz in the Neighborhood presents the Ray Obiedo Group. Led by contemporary jazz composer and guitarist Ray Obiedo with Peter Horvath, piano; Phil Hawkins, steel pans; Marc van Wageningen, bass; and Colin Douglas, drums. … Read More
Friday, August 25, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books | RSVP for free event |
Led by Mary Fettig on sax, her quartet will include guitarist Chico Pinheiro, bassist Scott Thompson, and Brian Rice, percussion.
A multi-instrumentalist in both jazz and classical spheres, Mary Fettig is a performer, teacher, and clinician who has played at festivals and toured with celebrity acts around the country.… Read More
Friday, August 11, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books | RSVP for free event |
Bond like you’ve never heard it before!
The Secret Agent Band plays the music of Bond (James Bond), shaken and stirred. Led by drummer Akira Tana, his team includes Nashville-based vocalist Annie Sellick with James Mahone on sax, Jeff Massanari on guitar, and Midori Ono, organ.… Read More
Friday, July 28, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books | RSVP for free event |
Pianist Ken Cook is accompanied by Jeff Denson, bass, and Kendrick Freeman, drums. Balancing the traditions of jazz, blues, and contemporary music, this trio paints sonic landscapes with structure, freedom, dialogue and chance.… Read More
Friday, June 30, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books, San Rafael | Free event! |
Ila Cantor performs original music featuring her latest love, the charango. The charango is a 10-string Peruvian instrument used in traditional Andean and folk music. It has practically no presence in jazz or chamber music, but Cantor has been inspired to change that.… Read More
Saturday, June 10, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books, San Rafael
Saxophonist Michael O’Neill performs with Peter Horvath, piano; Jeff Chambers, bass; and Jason Lewis, drums. Ari Silberman, saxophone, and David Lechuga, guitar, will be Jazz in the Neighborhood’s Emerging Artists.
This free concert is presented as a collaboration between Jazz in the Neighborhood and Copperfield’s Books.… Read More
Friday, May 13, 6 pm at Copperfield’s Books, Novato | Free event! |
The New American Songbook Project features daring arrangements and re-constructions of jazz, pop, and folk standards made famous by vocalists such as Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Charles, Astrud Gilberto, Graham Nash, Mick Jagger, and Cat Stevens.… Read More
Friday, April 28, 6pm at Copperfield’s Books, San Rafael | Free event!
A free concert by the guys who started playing a monthly gig back in 2011 at the now shuttered Actual Café in Oakland.
All acknowledged masters on their instruments, the Actual Trio have spent years playing together in the studio and on the road, forging a singular group voice in the crowded world of modern guitar-oriented Jazz.… Read More
