Hours of Operation: 6:00 ~ 11:00 PM
Thursday : Concerts at 7:00 PM
Friday & Saturday : Concerts at 8:00 PM
MUSIC COVER ~ CASH ONLY ~ ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE MUSICIANS
Thursday : Concerts at 7:00 PM
Friday & Saturday : Concerts at 8:00 PM
MUSIC COVER ~ CASH ONLY ~ ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE MUSICIANS
It is fundraising time for our partnering organization JazzBuffalo, a pivotal collaboration with PAUSA
that contributes to the growth of Jazz in Buffalo, NY. Help them keep Jazz alive, we just did.
Thank you
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Saturday 9/23
The Kensingtons
NEW Stay around for the third set or join us later 'til 11 pm. THE KENSINGTONS are a group of daytime professionals (attorneys, banker and college professor) who happen to enjoy making great music together: rock and roll, acoustic Americana, British invasion, rockabilly, alt country, traditional country, deep cuts, B-sides and originals. Julie Atti Rogers, Tim Franczyk, Jack Freedenberg, Michael Lillis, Tom Lillis, Joey Nicastro, Willie Schoellkopf
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
The Kensingtons
NEW Stay around for the third set or join us later 'til 11 pm. THE KENSINGTONS are a group of daytime professionals (attorneys, banker and college professor) who happen to enjoy making great music together: rock and roll, acoustic Americana, British invasion, rockabilly, alt country, traditional country, deep cuts, B-sides and originals. Julie Atti Rogers, Tim Franczyk, Jack Freedenberg, Michael Lillis, Tom Lillis, Joey Nicastro, Willie Schoellkopf
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Wednesday 9/27
Austin Piazzola Quintet
Admission: $13, $10, $7
GET TICKETS HERE
The Austin Piazzolla Quintet specializes in the music of the late Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla as well as original nuevo tango compositions. Founded by James Anderson (violin), the APQ has been performing to captivated audiences since 2009. With Jonathan Geer (piano), Mike Maddux (accordion, bandoneon), Tony Rogers (cello), and Phil Spencer (bass), all from diverse musical backgrounds, the band continues the tradition of nuevo tango through intense live shows which feature unique arrangements of Piazzolla’s groundbreaking works, breathtaking original compositions, and fiery improvisation.
APQ released their first album, Libertango (2010), to rave reviews and sold out performances in Texas including a spot on the main stage at the Houston International Festival. The following album, Lo Que Vendra (2013) allowed APQ the opportunity to begin touring and performing in some of the finest listening rooms, jazz clubs, and performance halls in the nation.
In the Fall of 2014, APQ presented Piazzolla’s favorite and final large scale work for his own quintet, the rare La Camorra to critical acclaim in Austin, TX. In the spring of 2016, APQ was invited by the world renown Colorado Ballet to perform the world premier of The Angel of Buenos Aires. Weaving classical ballet and sultry tango steps, the work, choreographed by Lorita Travaglia, features stunning movements based on the titular characters of two of Piazzolla’s most loved suites of music – Suite del Angel and Suite del Diablo. The success of the debut fueled the inspiration for APQ’s next studio recording, and by the summer of 2016 the group was back in the studio. Angels & Devils, the groups fourth album, was released in the spring of 2017 and features the Suite del Angel and the Suite del Diablo alongside two riveting originals from violinist Anderson, the baroque inspired Milonga Passacaglia and But a Whimper. http://apqtango.com/
Admission $13, $10, $7
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Austin Piazzola Quintet
Admission: $13, $10, $7
GET TICKETS HERE
The Austin Piazzolla Quintet specializes in the music of the late Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla as well as original nuevo tango compositions. Founded by James Anderson (violin), the APQ has been performing to captivated audiences since 2009. With Jonathan Geer (piano), Mike Maddux (accordion, bandoneon), Tony Rogers (cello), and Phil Spencer (bass), all from diverse musical backgrounds, the band continues the tradition of nuevo tango through intense live shows which feature unique arrangements of Piazzolla’s groundbreaking works, breathtaking original compositions, and fiery improvisation.
APQ released their first album, Libertango (2010), to rave reviews and sold out performances in Texas including a spot on the main stage at the Houston International Festival. The following album, Lo Que Vendra (2013) allowed APQ the opportunity to begin touring and performing in some of the finest listening rooms, jazz clubs, and performance halls in the nation.
In the Fall of 2014, APQ presented Piazzolla’s favorite and final large scale work for his own quintet, the rare La Camorra to critical acclaim in Austin, TX. In the spring of 2016, APQ was invited by the world renown Colorado Ballet to perform the world premier of The Angel of Buenos Aires. Weaving classical ballet and sultry tango steps, the work, choreographed by Lorita Travaglia, features stunning movements based on the titular characters of two of Piazzolla’s most loved suites of music – Suite del Angel and Suite del Diablo. The success of the debut fueled the inspiration for APQ’s next studio recording, and by the summer of 2016 the group was back in the studio. Angels & Devils, the groups fourth album, was released in the spring of 2017 and features the Suite del Angel and the Suite del Diablo alongside two riveting originals from violinist Anderson, the baroque inspired Milonga Passacaglia and But a Whimper. http://apqtango.com/
Admission $13, $10, $7
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Thursday 9/28
Mark Filsinger Quintet
Bobby Militello - alto, Brendan Lanighan -trombone, George Caldwell - piano, Jim Colemon bass, John Bacon - drums.
Jazz trumpeter, and composer, Mark Filsinger is an assistant professor of music at Buffalo State University. He is Artistic Director of the Buffalo Jazz Collective and Mark leads a quintet and eleventet for which he writes and arranges. He performs regularly around Western NY with the Philharmonic, Star People, Phil Sims, Sol Y Sombra, and in many other settings. Mark’s groups have been featured on many area jazz festivals including the Historic Lewiston, Queen City, Jamestown Community College, Music is Art, and Nietzsche’s Jazz Festivals. Mark also performs frequently with various national touring Broadway shows, ensembles, and artists including Don Menza Big Band, The Temptations, Harry James Orchestra, and Johnny Mathis.
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Mark Filsinger Quintet
Bobby Militello - alto, Brendan Lanighan -trombone, George Caldwell - piano, Jim Colemon bass, John Bacon - drums.
Jazz trumpeter, and composer, Mark Filsinger is an assistant professor of music at Buffalo State University. He is Artistic Director of the Buffalo Jazz Collective and Mark leads a quintet and eleventet for which he writes and arranges. He performs regularly around Western NY with the Philharmonic, Star People, Phil Sims, Sol Y Sombra, and in many other settings. Mark’s groups have been featured on many area jazz festivals including the Historic Lewiston, Queen City, Jamestown Community College, Music is Art, and Nietzsche’s Jazz Festivals. Mark also performs frequently with various national touring Broadway shows, ensembles, and artists including Don Menza Big Band, The Temptations, Harry James Orchestra, and Johnny Mathis.
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Friday 9/29
Bobby Militello Quartet
Here is some world class music from top local artists. Pausa's intimate setting is perfect for this tightly knit unit. Bobby, a veteran of Dave Brubeck, Maynard Ferguson, and other international greats, is joined by top performers on their respective instruments; Bobby Jones - piano, Jim Colemon - bass, and John Bacon, Jr. - drums. Expect a stellar performance!
Admission: $10 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Bobby Militello Quartet
Here is some world class music from top local artists. Pausa's intimate setting is perfect for this tightly knit unit. Bobby, a veteran of Dave Brubeck, Maynard Ferguson, and other international greats, is joined by top performers on their respective instruments; Bobby Jones - piano, Jim Colemon - bass, and John Bacon, Jr. - drums. Expect a stellar performance!
Admission: $10 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 9/30
Baudo - Ferris Combo
Joe Baudo and Cheryl Ferris have been delighted to perform together for the past ten years. The multi-talented Joe Baudo, who served as supervisor of music in the Sweet Home school district, is skilled at instruments from the piano to the saxophone. Cheryl Ferris has pursued her passion for singing while enjoying a rewarding career as an English teacher in West Seneca and Williamsville. Both Joe and Cheryl have appeared with many accomplished musicians in and out of the Buffalo area. John Curry bass, Bill Bates drums. They are noted for adding a jazz flavor to a collection of musical standards.
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Baudo - Ferris Combo
Joe Baudo and Cheryl Ferris have been delighted to perform together for the past ten years. The multi-talented Joe Baudo, who served as supervisor of music in the Sweet Home school district, is skilled at instruments from the piano to the saxophone. Cheryl Ferris has pursued her passion for singing while enjoying a rewarding career as an English teacher in West Seneca and Williamsville. Both Joe and Cheryl have appeared with many accomplished musicians in and out of the Buffalo area. John Curry bass, Bill Bates drums. They are noted for adding a jazz flavor to a collection of musical standards.
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 10/5
Moshe & Miguel - Tangos y Canciones
Música Apasionada! Songs from Argentina, Cuba, and South America. With James Marone - double bass. Tango viejo y nuevo.
Admission $7
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Moshe & Miguel - Tangos y Canciones
Música Apasionada! Songs from Argentina, Cuba, and South America. With James Marone - double bass. Tango viejo y nuevo.
Admission $7
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Friday 10/6
The Music of the Yellowjackets
The group will present music from the albums 'A Rise In The Road,' 'Cohearence,' 'Mirage A Trois,' 'Yellowjackets,' 'Politics,' 'Shades,' and 'Casino Nights.'
Jon Lehning - saxes, Harry Fackelman - saxes, Harry Graser - piano, Adam Bronstein - guitar, Anthony Henry - bass, Joe Goretti - drums
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
The Music of the Yellowjackets
The group will present music from the albums 'A Rise In The Road,' 'Cohearence,' 'Mirage A Trois,' 'Yellowjackets,' 'Politics,' 'Shades,' and 'Casino Nights.'
Jon Lehning - saxes, Harry Fackelman - saxes, Harry Graser - piano, Adam Bronstein - guitar, Anthony Henry - bass, Joe Goretti - drums
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 10/7
Plugged In and Tuned Out
Teagan Faran and Dana Johnson, violins; Gwendolyn Matias-Ryan, viola; Victor Minke Huls, cello; Paula Modafferi, dance.
This performance is presented inn association with the Buffalo Chromatic Club and features music of Clifford Brown, Mason Bates, Tanner Porter.
Admission $7
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Plugged In and Tuned Out
Teagan Faran and Dana Johnson, violins; Gwendolyn Matias-Ryan, viola; Victor Minke Huls, cello; Paula Modafferi, dance.
This performance is presented inn association with the Buffalo Chromatic Club and features music of Clifford Brown, Mason Bates, Tanner Porter.
Admission $7
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 10/12
Jon Lehning Saxophone Quartet
Jon Lehning
Matt Harris
Dave Schiavone
Harry Fackelman
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Jon Lehning Saxophone Quartet
Jon Lehning
Matt Harris
Dave Schiavone
Harry Fackelman
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Friday 10/13
Buffalo Jazz Octet
Fresh from the recent release of their celebrated CD '@PausaLive' the group returns to reinforce a commitment to improvised, creative music.
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Buffalo Jazz Octet
Fresh from the recent release of their celebrated CD '@PausaLive' the group returns to reinforce a commitment to improvised, creative music.
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 10/14
Carina & The Six String Preacher
Carina and the preacher are back for another of their celebrated visits to Pausa! They bring a spicy blend of jazz, surf tango, and pop, with a touch of blood and a dash of cinnamon. An eclectic combination of pre 1960’s jazz with contemporary indie rock styles, this original husband and wife duo from Buffalo, NY are reminiscent of a modern day Les Paul and Mary Ford with an edge.
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Carina & The Six String Preacher
Carina and the preacher are back for another of their celebrated visits to Pausa! They bring a spicy blend of jazz, surf tango, and pop, with a touch of blood and a dash of cinnamon. An eclectic combination of pre 1960’s jazz with contemporary indie rock styles, this original husband and wife duo from Buffalo, NY are reminiscent of a modern day Les Paul and Mary Ford with an edge.
Admission $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 10/19
Jazz 100 Festival - Mary McMahon Project Tribute to Ella
The vocalist with My Cousin Tone' and a bandleader in her own right pays tribute to the great jazz vocalist Ella Fitzgerald.
Admission $10
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Jazz 100 Festival - Mary McMahon Project Tribute to Ella
The vocalist with My Cousin Tone' and a bandleader in her own right pays tribute to the great jazz vocalist Ella Fitzgerald.
Admission $10
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Friday 10/20
Jazz 100 Festival - Star People ~ Tribute to Thelonious Monk
Celebrating the 100th birthdays of Ella Fitzgerald, Thelonious Monk, Mongo Santamaria, and Dizzy Gillespie. Star People will change trajectory from their focus on Miles Davis to celebrate the hundredth anniversary of Monk's birth and a hundred years of recorded jazz.
Admission $10
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Jazz 100 Festival - Star People ~ Tribute to Thelonious Monk
Celebrating the 100th birthdays of Ella Fitzgerald, Thelonious Monk, Mongo Santamaria, and Dizzy Gillespie. Star People will change trajectory from their focus on Miles Davis to celebrate the hundredth anniversary of Monk's birth and a hundred years of recorded jazz.
Admission $10
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 10/21
Jazz 100 Festival - Elio Villafranca
GET TICKETS HERE
Steinway artist Elio Villafranca is at the forefront of the latest generation of remarkable Cuban pianists, composers and bandleaders that for several years has been making major creative contributions to the international development of modern jazz. In the 2010 Grammy Awards he was nominated in Best Latin Jazz Album of the Year, for his performance, composition and coproduction in the album Things I Wanted To Do by Chembo Corniel. "Villafranca emotes an expressive, emotional quality enhanced by his technically brilliant approach to the keyboard and his rhythmically complex original compositions..." Villafranca challenges the boundaries of Jazz by fusing it with the syncopated nature of Afro-Caribbean music from Puerto Rico, Haiti, and Congolese rhythms of Makuta and tambor Yuka, as it is called in his home town of Pinar del Rio, Cuba. Special guest Brownman Ali trumpet, Sabu Adeyola bass, Sean Jefferson drums, Vladimr Espinosa perc.
Admission $20
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:30 pm
Jazz 100 Festival - Elio Villafranca
GET TICKETS HERE
Steinway artist Elio Villafranca is at the forefront of the latest generation of remarkable Cuban pianists, composers and bandleaders that for several years has been making major creative contributions to the international development of modern jazz. In the 2010 Grammy Awards he was nominated in Best Latin Jazz Album of the Year, for his performance, composition and coproduction in the album Things I Wanted To Do by Chembo Corniel. "Villafranca emotes an expressive, emotional quality enhanced by his technically brilliant approach to the keyboard and his rhythmically complex original compositions..." Villafranca challenges the boundaries of Jazz by fusing it with the syncopated nature of Afro-Caribbean music from Puerto Rico, Haiti, and Congolese rhythms of Makuta and tambor Yuka, as it is called in his home town of Pinar del Rio, Cuba. Special guest Brownman Ali trumpet, Sabu Adeyola bass, Sean Jefferson drums, Vladimr Espinosa perc.
Admission $20
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:30 pm
Thursday 10/26
Grüvology
Walter Kemp III, Bernard Kunz, James Benders, Dave "Teaspoon" Hulett. Their music pushes the boundaries of contemporary improvised jazz music. Over the past few years, GRÜVOLOGY has been recognized as one of Western New York’s most interesting ensembles of jazz music. Through writing and musical performance, the group's range spans the spectrum from the earthy blues and gospel, to the r&b inflected swing and ethereal, open-floating, free improvisation. Their recording "FREEWAY" was released in 2014, and features all original material. For the second year in a row, the group was awarded the 2013 Best Western New York Jazz group. In 2014's Reader's Poll, they were awarded "Best Jazz/Fusion Group." GRÜVOLOGY was also Artvoice art weekly staff pick for best jazz group in the 2012 Western New York Music Awards.
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Grüvology
Walter Kemp III, Bernard Kunz, James Benders, Dave "Teaspoon" Hulett. Their music pushes the boundaries of contemporary improvised jazz music. Over the past few years, GRÜVOLOGY has been recognized as one of Western New York’s most interesting ensembles of jazz music. Through writing and musical performance, the group's range spans the spectrum from the earthy blues and gospel, to the r&b inflected swing and ethereal, open-floating, free improvisation. Their recording "FREEWAY" was released in 2014, and features all original material. For the second year in a row, the group was awarded the 2013 Best Western New York Jazz group. In 2014's Reader's Poll, they were awarded "Best Jazz/Fusion Group." GRÜVOLOGY was also Artvoice art weekly staff pick for best jazz group in the 2012 Western New York Music Awards.
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Friday 10/27
Bobby Militello Quartet
Back for another of their regular visits, Militello's Quartet always has fresh selections to offer his regulars and classics the rest of us love to hear. This band is as powerful and expressive as any jazz quartet anywhere. Pausa's intimate setting is perfect for this tightly knit unit. Bobby, a veteran of Dave Brubeck, Maynard Ferguson, and many other greats, is joined by top performers on their respective instruments; Bobby Jones - piano, Jim Colemon - bass, and John Bacon, Jr. - drums. Expect a world-class performance!
Admission: $10 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Bobby Militello Quartet
Back for another of their regular visits, Militello's Quartet always has fresh selections to offer his regulars and classics the rest of us love to hear. This band is as powerful and expressive as any jazz quartet anywhere. Pausa's intimate setting is perfect for this tightly knit unit. Bobby, a veteran of Dave Brubeck, Maynard Ferguson, and many other greats, is joined by top performers on their respective instruments; Bobby Jones - piano, Jim Colemon - bass, and John Bacon, Jr. - drums. Expect a world-class performance!
Admission: $10 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 10/28
The Fascinators
Classic hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s unplugged from Jack Freedenberg, Hon. Tim Franczyk & Tim Switalski. This group is intimately connected to the Pausa setting from their outset until now.
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
The Fascinators
Classic hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s unplugged from Jack Freedenberg, Hon. Tim Franczyk & Tim Switalski. This group is intimately connected to the Pausa setting from their outset until now.
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 11/2
Moshe & Ivan - A Gypsy Affair
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Moshe & Ivan - A Gypsy Affair
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Friday 11/3
Matthew Palmo Solo Art Exhibit - Opening Reception
Matthew Palmo is a self-taught artist. His work features an array of resplendent light and vivid colors.The themes of his paintings include abstract figures and animals along with surreal landscapes with exaggerated color and glowing foilage. Often his paintings are of a spirtual nature with good and evil images and apocalyptic visions.
Matthew's work has been featured in art galleries and other venues in Western New York. He was a resident artist at the redFISH Art Studios in East Aurora and recently opened his own studio in East Aurora.
He is the founder of IndicatorArt which is a not-for-profit corporation providing inclusive artistic programs for people with developmental disabilities. For more information on IndicatorArt, go to www.indicatorart.com.
Opening Reception 6 - 11 pm. Free Admission
Matthew Palmo Solo Art Exhibit - Opening Reception
Matthew Palmo is a self-taught artist. His work features an array of resplendent light and vivid colors.The themes of his paintings include abstract figures and animals along with surreal landscapes with exaggerated color and glowing foilage. Often his paintings are of a spirtual nature with good and evil images and apocalyptic visions.
Matthew's work has been featured in art galleries and other venues in Western New York. He was a resident artist at the redFISH Art Studios in East Aurora and recently opened his own studio in East Aurora.
He is the founder of IndicatorArt which is a not-for-profit corporation providing inclusive artistic programs for people with developmental disabilities. For more information on IndicatorArt, go to www.indicatorart.com.
Opening Reception 6 - 11 pm. Free Admission
Saturday 11/4
The Skiffle Minstrels
Come out and shake it with this unique blend of Country, Western Swing and Americana! Their fresh, upbeat sound features the some great old tunes from Bob Wills, Milton Brown, Cindy Walker, Jazz Standards, and original music. Paul Todaro - bass fiddle, vocals, Phil Knoerzer - rhythm guitar, harmonica, Gary Meixner - lap steel guitar, Bill "Hutch" Hutchison - drums, Chris Jones - fiddle and Dave Mussen - Clarinet.
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
The Skiffle Minstrels
Come out and shake it with this unique blend of Country, Western Swing and Americana! Their fresh, upbeat sound features the some great old tunes from Bob Wills, Milton Brown, Cindy Walker, Jazz Standards, and original music. Paul Todaro - bass fiddle, vocals, Phil Knoerzer - rhythm guitar, harmonica, Gary Meixner - lap steel guitar, Bill "Hutch" Hutchison - drums, Chris Jones - fiddle and Dave Mussen - Clarinet.
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 11/9
Three Brothers with Phil Sims
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Three Brothers with Phil Sims
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Friday 11/10
Institute for Creative Music Collective
The Institute for Creative Music Collective is proud to present “A Tribute to Björk,” a program of arrangements of songs written by the Icelandic pop star as well as original compositions inspired by her music. The Institute for Creative Music Collective was formed in 2011 by drummer Chris Teal and trombonist Nick Finzer and has toured throughout the United States presenting original music and arrangements of contemporary artists including Prince, Radiohead, and Imagine Dragons. The 8 song album, “A Tribute to Bjork,” was released on the Outside In Music record label in September 2017 and features pianist Chris Ziemba, tenor saxophonist Roxy Coss, and bassist Danny Ziemann along with Teal and Finzer. Joining the band for the Upstate New York tour are pianist Nick Weiser, saxophonist Doug Stone, and bassist Kyle Vock.
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Institute for Creative Music Collective
The Institute for Creative Music Collective is proud to present “A Tribute to Björk,” a program of arrangements of songs written by the Icelandic pop star as well as original compositions inspired by her music. The Institute for Creative Music Collective was formed in 2011 by drummer Chris Teal and trombonist Nick Finzer and has toured throughout the United States presenting original music and arrangements of contemporary artists including Prince, Radiohead, and Imagine Dragons. The 8 song album, “A Tribute to Bjork,” was released on the Outside In Music record label in September 2017 and features pianist Chris Ziemba, tenor saxophonist Roxy Coss, and bassist Danny Ziemann along with Teal and Finzer. Joining the band for the Upstate New York tour are pianist Nick Weiser, saxophonist Doug Stone, and bassist Kyle Vock.
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 11/11
My Cousin Toné - Veterans' Day Concert
My Cousin Tone' is a jazz band of talented and extraordinary musicians. The band plays jazz, jazz blues, hard bop, and jazz soul from the era when Blue Note, Prestige, Verve, and Riverside all produced collective classics. Our sets include vocals from the Great American Songbook. Come and re-live the era of jazz greatness.
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
My Cousin Toné - Veterans' Day Concert
My Cousin Tone' is a jazz band of talented and extraordinary musicians. The band plays jazz, jazz blues, hard bop, and jazz soul from the era when Blue Note, Prestige, Verve, and Riverside all produced collective classics. Our sets include vocals from the Great American Songbook. Come and re-live the era of jazz greatness.
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Thursday 11/16
Katy Miner Big Band
Big Band meets Jazz meets Broadway.
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Admission $10
Katy Miner Big Band
Big Band meets Jazz meets Broadway.
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Admission $10
Friday 11/17
Star People - The Miles Davis Project
Back for an update on the project, George Caldwell, John Bacon, Bobby Militello, and top local jazz artists celebrate the music of trumpet ace and bandleader Miles Davis. The repertoire spans the many groundbreaking phases of Miles' music, whose influences have wide impact on music and culture to this day. Periodic performances adventurously explore new varieties and perspectives on Miles' music. You won't hear anything like this world-class ensemble anywhere else!
Admission $10
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Star People - The Miles Davis Project
Back for an update on the project, George Caldwell, John Bacon, Bobby Militello, and top local jazz artists celebrate the music of trumpet ace and bandleader Miles Davis. The repertoire spans the many groundbreaking phases of Miles' music, whose influences have wide impact on music and culture to this day. Periodic performances adventurously explore new varieties and perspectives on Miles' music. You won't hear anything like this world-class ensemble anywhere else!
Admission $10
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Friday 11/24
Peter and Will Anderson Trio
featuring Felix Lemerle on guitar
Peter and Will Anderson are two of the most extraordinary performers in music today. Known for their unique renditions of classic jazz songs and innovative original music, currently stationed in New York they are originally from Washington, DC. Peter and Will have performed with the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, Village Vanguard Orchestra, Jimmy Heath Big Band, Wycliffe Gordon, Cecile McLorin Salvant, Paquito D’Rivera, Kenny Barron, Bob Wilber, Albert “Tootie” Heath, live on Garrison Keillor’s Prairie Home Companion, and are featured on the 2014 Grammy Winning Soundrack of HBO’s Boardwalk Empire with Vince Giordano’s Nighthawks.
Admission: $15 / $10 with student ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Peter and Will Anderson Trio
featuring Felix Lemerle on guitar
Peter and Will Anderson are two of the most extraordinary performers in music today. Known for their unique renditions of classic jazz songs and innovative original music, currently stationed in New York they are originally from Washington, DC. Peter and Will have performed with the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, Village Vanguard Orchestra, Jimmy Heath Big Band, Wycliffe Gordon, Cecile McLorin Salvant, Paquito D’Rivera, Kenny Barron, Bob Wilber, Albert “Tootie” Heath, live on Garrison Keillor’s Prairie Home Companion, and are featured on the 2014 Grammy Winning Soundrack of HBO’s Boardwalk Empire with Vince Giordano’s Nighthawks.
Admission: $15 / $10 with student ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 11/25
Bobby Militello Quartet
Every performance is entirely unique and distinct with Militello's ensemble! The intense creativity of this group blossoms from every moment. Attendance is a lesson in spontaneous improvisation. Bobby, a veteran of Dave Brubeck, Maynard Ferguson, and many other greats, is joined by top performers on their respective instruments; Bobby Jones - piano, Jim Colemon - bass, and John Bacon, Jr. - drums. Expect a world-class performance!
Admission: $10 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Bobby Militello Quartet
Every performance is entirely unique and distinct with Militello's ensemble! The intense creativity of this group blossoms from every moment. Attendance is a lesson in spontaneous improvisation. Bobby, a veteran of Dave Brubeck, Maynard Ferguson, and many other greats, is joined by top performers on their respective instruments; Bobby Jones - piano, Jim Colemon - bass, and John Bacon, Jr. - drums. Expect a world-class performance!
Admission: $10 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Sunday 11/26
Amos Hoffman/Noam Lemish Quartet
Amos Hoffman plays a blend of jazz, traditional middle eastern, and classical music on the lute-like Oud. Noam Lemish is a lyrical and energetic pianist based in Toronto. He has performed with Sheila Jordan, John Handy, James Newton, and many others of note. In 2013 Amos Hoffman was awarded one of Israel’s most prestigious prizes – The Landau Prize for Arts and Sciences for outstanding achievement in the field of Jazz. The quartet combines unique jazz arrangements of traditional Israeli and Jewish songs with hard swinging renderings of jazz standards.
Admission: $15
Two shows! 3 pm and 6 pm
Amos Hoffman/Noam Lemish Quartet
Amos Hoffman plays a blend of jazz, traditional middle eastern, and classical music on the lute-like Oud. Noam Lemish is a lyrical and energetic pianist based in Toronto. He has performed with Sheila Jordan, John Handy, James Newton, and many others of note. In 2013 Amos Hoffman was awarded one of Israel’s most prestigious prizes – The Landau Prize for Arts and Sciences for outstanding achievement in the field of Jazz. The quartet combines unique jazz arrangements of traditional Israeli and Jewish songs with hard swinging renderings of jazz standards.
Admission: $15
Two shows! 3 pm and 6 pm
Thursday 11/30
Sharon Bailey Project
Sharon Bailey, vocals. Drew Azzinaro, guitar and Eamon Rayhn bass. Bailey's trio mesmerized her audience at her recent show. She is a commanding presence on stage. The special setting at Pausa really highlights the intimacy of her performance. Buffalo News Reviewer Toni Ruberto deemed her “Rhythm Queen” and wrote, “Sharon Bailey knows how to shake up a classic. The vivacious songstress takes the works of Irving Berlin, Gus Kahn and Richard Rogers and with a vocal inflection or a beat, gives well-loved and well-worn standards a contemporary feel. It's a sound honed through her love of rhythm, a curiosity leading to experimentation, and an intolerance for monotony.”
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Sharon Bailey Project
Sharon Bailey, vocals. Drew Azzinaro, guitar and Eamon Rayhn bass. Bailey's trio mesmerized her audience at her recent show. She is a commanding presence on stage. The special setting at Pausa really highlights the intimacy of her performance. Buffalo News Reviewer Toni Ruberto deemed her “Rhythm Queen” and wrote, “Sharon Bailey knows how to shake up a classic. The vivacious songstress takes the works of Irving Berlin, Gus Kahn and Richard Rogers and with a vocal inflection or a beat, gives well-loved and well-worn standards a contemporary feel. It's a sound honed through her love of rhythm, a curiosity leading to experimentation, and an intolerance for monotony.”
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Friday 12/1
JazzBuffalo Presents: The CTI Experience
Admission $10 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
JazzBuffalo Presents: The CTI Experience
Admission $10 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 12/2
Trio Payazzo
Andrew Peruzzini, Harry Fackelman, Bernard Kunz. Breaking The Rules ~ trioPAYAZZO can take a jazz tune, break it down and reassemble it in new and surprising ways. All three artists are multi-instrumentalists with roots in jazz and art music who have been entertaining audiences for decades. Get there early for a table in the front room and enjoy the ride! “The first-rate musicians comprising trio Payazzo...a veritable who's who list of killer regional jazz players" - Jeff Miers, Buffalo News “Highlights of this year’s Queen City Jazz Festival include “Well You Needn’t” played by trio PAYAZZO” - Garaud McTaggart, Buffalo News
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Trio Payazzo
Andrew Peruzzini, Harry Fackelman, Bernard Kunz. Breaking The Rules ~ trioPAYAZZO can take a jazz tune, break it down and reassemble it in new and surprising ways. All three artists are multi-instrumentalists with roots in jazz and art music who have been entertaining audiences for decades. Get there early for a table in the front room and enjoy the ride! “The first-rate musicians comprising trio Payazzo...a veritable who's who list of killer regional jazz players" - Jeff Miers, Buffalo News “Highlights of this year’s Queen City Jazz Festival include “Well You Needn’t” played by trio PAYAZZO” - Garaud McTaggart, Buffalo News
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 12/7
Volver
[bo̞lˈβe̞ɾ] A gumbo of Cumbia, Brazilian, Eastern European, and Jazz music. Jeremy Spindler – accordion, Jeanine Giffear – flute, Mike Laudico – bass, Jamie Sunshine – drums
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Volver
[bo̞lˈβe̞ɾ] A gumbo of Cumbia, Brazilian, Eastern European, and Jazz music. Jeremy Spindler – accordion, Jeanine Giffear – flute, Mike Laudico – bass, Jamie Sunshine – drums
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Friday 12/8
JazzBuffalo Presents: Soul Jazz
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
JazzBuffalo Presents: Soul Jazz
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 12/9
Ed Croft
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Ed Croft
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 12/14
Phil Sims Quartet
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Phil Sims Quartet
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Friday 12/15
Star People - The Miles Davis Project
Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon and other local greats are back for a monthy update on the project, the group celebrates the music of trumpet ace and bandleader Miles Davis. The repertoire spans the many groundbreaking phases of Miles' music, whose influences have wide impact to this day. Periodic performances adventurously explore new varieties and perspectives on Miles' music.
Admission $10
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Star People - The Miles Davis Project
Bobby Militello, George Caldwell, John Bacon and other local greats are back for a monthy update on the project, the group celebrates the music of trumpet ace and bandleader Miles Davis. The repertoire spans the many groundbreaking phases of Miles' music, whose influences have wide impact to this day. Periodic performances adventurously explore new varieties and perspectives on Miles' music.
Admission $10
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 12/16
Hot Club of Buffalo
This 4-piece gypsy jazz band includes some members of the acclaimed Buffalo group, Babik! Their swing is powerful and infectious. The caliber of their performance is unmatched in the area! You might hear riffs from Bach, Jimi Hendrix and Steely Dan as well as quotes from gypsy legend Django Reinhardt. And dance-friendly world music, like Bossa Nova, Choro and Rhumba are a part of every show. So is improvisation. You never know what’s going to happen next! Dean Gionis - guitar, Joshua Assad - guitar, Kevin O’Brien - bass, E.J. Koeppel - violin.
Admission: $10 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Hot Club of Buffalo
This 4-piece gypsy jazz band includes some members of the acclaimed Buffalo group, Babik! Their swing is powerful and infectious. The caliber of their performance is unmatched in the area! You might hear riffs from Bach, Jimi Hendrix and Steely Dan as well as quotes from gypsy legend Django Reinhardt. And dance-friendly world music, like Bossa Nova, Choro and Rhumba are a part of every show. So is improvisation. You never know what’s going to happen next! Dean Gionis - guitar, Joshua Assad - guitar, Kevin O’Brien - bass, E.J. Koeppel - violin.
Admission: $10 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 12/21
Jamie Sunshine ~ Marimba Recital
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Jamie Sunshine ~ Marimba Recital
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Saturday 12/23
French ConeXíon
French ConéXion plays new musette, manouche, brazilian choros, tangos, jazz standards, originals and any other tunes that come their way and catch their fancy. Bernard Kunz - guitar, Jeremy Spindler - accordion, Marc Cousins bass.
Admission $7/ $5 Students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
French ConeXíon
French ConéXion plays new musette, manouche, brazilian choros, tangos, jazz standards, originals and any other tunes that come their way and catch their fancy. Bernard Kunz - guitar, Jeremy Spindler - accordion, Marc Cousins bass.
Admission $7/ $5 Students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 12/28
DeeAnn Dimeo Tompkins
DeeAnn Tompkins has been entertaining Western New Yorkers for over 20 years. Her smooth romantic vocals have electrified spaces from small clubs to large big band venues. Her versatility reaches blues fans, jazz and country audiences. Among her musical selections DeeAnn will pay tribute to one of the top female vocalists of our time, Natalie Cole.
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
DeeAnn Dimeo Tompkins
DeeAnn Tompkins has been entertaining Western New Yorkers for over 20 years. Her smooth romantic vocals have electrified spaces from small clubs to large big band venues. Her versatility reaches blues fans, jazz and country audiences. Among her musical selections DeeAnn will pay tribute to one of the top female vocalists of our time, Natalie Cole.
Admission: $7 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 7:00 pm
Friday 12/29
Bobby Militello Quartet
Here's more world class music from top local artists. World-class saxist/ flautist Militello, a veteran of Dave Brubeck, Maynard Ferguson, and other international greats, cosistentiy thrills his audiences. Bobby Jones - piano, Jim Colemon - bass, and John Bacon, Jr. - drums. Expect a stellar performance!
Admission: $10 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Bobby Militello Quartet
Here's more world class music from top local artists. World-class saxist/ flautist Militello, a veteran of Dave Brubeck, Maynard Ferguson, and other international greats, cosistentiy thrills his audiences. Bobby Jones - piano, Jim Colemon - bass, and John Bacon, Jr. - drums. Expect a stellar performance!
Admission: $10 / $5 students with ID
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 12/30
Three Tenors - Cabaret Show
SOUL COLLECTIVE is BACK! Featuring Dudney Joseph , Raphael Santos and Lorenzo Parnell. We look forward to sharing with you an evening of music, that is close to our hearts. Join us for a night of Soul, Jazz, and Musical Theatre , all coming together for a soulful experience!
Admission: $10
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Three Tenors - Cabaret Show
SOUL COLLECTIVE is BACK! Featuring Dudney Joseph , Raphael Santos and Lorenzo Parnell. We look forward to sharing with you an evening of music, that is close to our hearts. Join us for a night of Soul, Jazz, and Musical Theatre , all coming together for a soulful experience!
Admission: $10
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Friday 1/12/18
Buffalo Tango Orkestra CD Release Concert
Admission: $10
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm
Buffalo Tango Orkestra CD Release Concert
Admission: $10
Doors at 6 pm - Concert at 8:00 pm