Hours of Operation ~ 7:00 pm ~ 12:00 am
Tapas and Wine Menu
Thursday Show
Doors at 7:00pm
First set: 7:30 - 8:15pm
Second set: 8:45 - 9:30pm
Third Set: 10:00 - 10:30pm
Friday & Saturday Shows
Doors at 7:00pm
First set: 8:00 - 8:45pm
Second set: 9:15 - 10:00pm
Third Set: 10:30 - 11:00pm
* MUSIC COVER AT THE DOOR IS IN CASH ONLY*
FOR OTHER PURCHASES
Tapas and Wine Menu
Thursday Show
Doors at 7:00pm
First set: 7:30 - 8:15pm
Second set: 8:45 - 9:30pm
Third Set: 10:00 - 10:30pm
Friday & Saturday Shows
Doors at 7:00pm
First set: 8:00 - 8:45pm
Second set: 9:15 - 10:00pm
Third Set: 10:30 - 11:00pm
* MUSIC COVER AT THE DOOR IS IN CASH ONLY*
FOR OTHER PURCHASES
Coming up Wednesday, September 19th at 7:30PM
Wednesday 9/19
JazzBuffalo Presents: Michael Sarian & The Chabones
Michael Sarian is a trumpeter and composer whose work has been heard throughout the United States, South America, and Europe. Born in Canada and raised in Argentina, Michael has performed and toured with progressive rock bands in packed sports arenas, 12 piece disco bands in Uruguay, Big Bands at the Teatro Colón, and everything in between. Since moving to the US, he has performed at the legendary Blue Note Jazz Club, Jazz at Lincoln Center, WNYC’s Soundcheck with John Schaefer, NPR’s World Cafe, The Beacon Theater, The Iridium Jazz Club, Central Park Summer Stage and now at Club Bonafide.
Michael Sarian & The Chabones will be releasing their third album, LEÓN, in September 2018 with ZOHO Music.
This is a JazzBuffalo Special Engagement. They are making a first-time-ever appearance in Buffalo for their CD Release. Do not miss this special engagement concert!
“Arguably, Michael Sarian is the most talented trumpet player you haven’t heard yet. ” Dodie Miller-Gould, Lemon Wire
General Admission: $10 presale EventBrite / $15 day of the show
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 7:30 pm
JazzBuffalo Presents: Michael Sarian & The Chabones
Michael Sarian is a trumpeter and composer whose work has been heard throughout the United States, South America, and Europe. Born in Canada and raised in Argentina, Michael has performed and toured with progressive rock bands in packed sports arenas, 12 piece disco bands in Uruguay, Big Bands at the Teatro Colón, and everything in between. Since moving to the US, he has performed at the legendary Blue Note Jazz Club, Jazz at Lincoln Center, WNYC’s Soundcheck with John Schaefer, NPR’s World Cafe, The Beacon Theater, The Iridium Jazz Club, Central Park Summer Stage and now at Club Bonafide.
Michael Sarian & The Chabones will be releasing their third album, LEÓN, in September 2018 with ZOHO Music.
This is a JazzBuffalo Special Engagement. They are making a first-time-ever appearance in Buffalo for their CD Release. Do not miss this special engagement concert!
“Arguably, Michael Sarian is the most talented trumpet player you haven’t heard yet. ” Dodie Miller-Gould, Lemon Wire
General Admission: $10 presale EventBrite / $15 day of the show
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 7:30 pm
Thursday 9/20
JazzBuffalo Presents: The Bee's Knees
The Bee's Knees is a local cover band that puts a jazzy twists on modern pop songs. The group consists of Cortney Chyme on vocals, Zach Carr on piano and vocals, Sara Rogers on guitar, trumpet and vocals and Nelson Rivera on percussion. You will not want to miss this "post-modern jukebox" night of music sponsored by JazzBuffalo for only $7!
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 7:30 pm
JazzBuffalo Presents: The Bee's Knees
The Bee's Knees is a local cover band that puts a jazzy twists on modern pop songs. The group consists of Cortney Chyme on vocals, Zach Carr on piano and vocals, Sara Rogers on guitar, trumpet and vocals and Nelson Rivera on percussion. You will not want to miss this "post-modern jukebox" night of music sponsored by JazzBuffalo for only $7!
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 7:30 pm
Friday 9/21
Paul Hage & Mirage
Mediterranean-inspired jazz. "Led by composer and multi-instrumentalist Paul Hage, Mirage gives contemporary jazz a global perspective by combining unique instrumentation with the rhythms and melodies from the three continents that border the Mediterranean Sea. Genres such as nuevo-flamenco, acid, and smooth jazz are met with classical-style guitar playing from Hage and band-mate Dan Innes, creating an expressive fusion of world music that has become the band’s trademark. Percussionist and Moroccan-born Hicham plays bongos, Djembe, and Derbuki among other instruments. With the level of musicianship and cultural awareness that Mirage displays, it’s a language everyone can understand." – Jon Wheelock Their recent CD, Dynamics, earned much praise, especially from ArtVoice and Buffalo Rising.
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Paul Hage & Mirage
Mediterranean-inspired jazz. "Led by composer and multi-instrumentalist Paul Hage, Mirage gives contemporary jazz a global perspective by combining unique instrumentation with the rhythms and melodies from the three continents that border the Mediterranean Sea. Genres such as nuevo-flamenco, acid, and smooth jazz are met with classical-style guitar playing from Hage and band-mate Dan Innes, creating an expressive fusion of world music that has become the band’s trademark. Percussionist and Moroccan-born Hicham plays bongos, Djembe, and Derbuki among other instruments. With the level of musicianship and cultural awareness that Mirage displays, it’s a language everyone can understand." – Jon Wheelock Their recent CD, Dynamics, earned much praise, especially from ArtVoice and Buffalo Rising.
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 9/22
JazzBuffalo Presents: Tia Brazda
Website: www.tiabrazda.com
https://www.facebook.com/tiabrazdamusic/
Tia Brazda’s sassy jazz-pop gems and vintage style have made a sparkling impression around the world, paying homage to the golden era while remaining daringly modern. Originally from Vancouver but having honed her cutting-edge sound in the clubs of Toronto, her first EP ‘Cabin Fever’ burst onto the scene in 2012, hitting #1 on the iTunes Canada Jazz Chart and receiving airplay around the world. She followed that up in 2015 with ‘Bandshell’ which also debuted at #1 on the iTunes Canada Jazz Chart and was ranked the #5 best Canadian jazz release of 2015 by Jazz FM 91 in Toronto. The album also hit #24 on the CMJ national jazz radio chart in the U.S. after being added to over 35 stations nationwide, and continues to receive airplay across the country, as well as on CBC Radio, Jazz FM 91, BBC6 in the UK and Rai Radio 1 in Italy. Tia followed up that release in 2016 with “Bandshell Remixed”, an electro-swing tribute that also made the Best of Year list on the Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show on BBC Radio 6 in the UK.
Tia has toured the world performing from Vancouver to Amsterdam, including recently at the 2017 Montreux Jazz Festival, San Jose Jazz Summer Fest and Lancaster Music Festival in the UK, the 2016 Festival International de Jazz de Montreal (main stage), TD Toronto Jazz Festival, Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival (cover of festival program), and Iboga Summer Festival (Spain). Tia has a new album titled ‘Daydream’ set for release in the spring of 2018.
"Talent and ingenuity...truly an original." - No Depression Magazine
“Brazda’s set was pure delight.” - Frank Blase, CITY Magazine, Rochester
General Admission $15
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
JazzBuffalo Presents: Tia Brazda
Website: www.tiabrazda.com
https://www.facebook.com/tiabrazdamusic/
Tia Brazda’s sassy jazz-pop gems and vintage style have made a sparkling impression around the world, paying homage to the golden era while remaining daringly modern. Originally from Vancouver but having honed her cutting-edge sound in the clubs of Toronto, her first EP ‘Cabin Fever’ burst onto the scene in 2012, hitting #1 on the iTunes Canada Jazz Chart and receiving airplay around the world. She followed that up in 2015 with ‘Bandshell’ which also debuted at #1 on the iTunes Canada Jazz Chart and was ranked the #5 best Canadian jazz release of 2015 by Jazz FM 91 in Toronto. The album also hit #24 on the CMJ national jazz radio chart in the U.S. after being added to over 35 stations nationwide, and continues to receive airplay across the country, as well as on CBC Radio, Jazz FM 91, BBC6 in the UK and Rai Radio 1 in Italy. Tia followed up that release in 2016 with “Bandshell Remixed”, an electro-swing tribute that also made the Best of Year list on the Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show on BBC Radio 6 in the UK.
Tia has toured the world performing from Vancouver to Amsterdam, including recently at the 2017 Montreux Jazz Festival, San Jose Jazz Summer Fest and Lancaster Music Festival in the UK, the 2016 Festival International de Jazz de Montreal (main stage), TD Toronto Jazz Festival, Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival (cover of festival program), and Iboga Summer Festival (Spain). Tia has a new album titled ‘Daydream’ set for release in the spring of 2018.
"Talent and ingenuity...truly an original." - No Depression Magazine
“Brazda’s set was pure delight.” - Frank Blase, CITY Magazine, Rochester
General Admission $15
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 9/27
Banjo Juice Jazz Band
The Banjo Juice Jazz Band rocked the house in their recent performances. "Come see the spectacle everyone is raving about, traditional jazz at it's finest with a breath of fresh air breathed into it! We have stellar line up planned for Friday! We would love if you could join us!" The group features Tyler Westcott - banjo, guitar, vocals, Kyle Yagielski - sousaphone, trumpet, Kyle Ohlson - reeds, vocals, Brian "Dr. Jazz" Bauer - reeds, Sean McNamara - guitar, Kevin Urso - piano, Elton Hough - drums and whoever else joins them!
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 7:30 pm
Banjo Juice Jazz Band
The Banjo Juice Jazz Band rocked the house in their recent performances. "Come see the spectacle everyone is raving about, traditional jazz at it's finest with a breath of fresh air breathed into it! We have stellar line up planned for Friday! We would love if you could join us!" The group features Tyler Westcott - banjo, guitar, vocals, Kyle Yagielski - sousaphone, trumpet, Kyle Ohlson - reeds, vocals, Brian "Dr. Jazz" Bauer - reeds, Sean McNamara - guitar, Kevin Urso - piano, Elton Hough - drums and whoever else joins them!
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 7:30 pm
Friday 9/28
The Wazmopolitans play Jazz Bossa
Jazz Bossa!! Bossa Nova came to America like a cool but powerful force in the 60s era of blues drenched pop, hard bop, and avant garde jazz. It entered our consciousness through the music of Stan Getz, Charlie Byrd, Bud Shank, Sonny Rollins, and many others. Bossa was an expression of a relationship between Brazilian and American jazz of the 50s. It represented a "cooling' of samba from carnival to coffeehouses. The Wazmopolitans will feature some jazz samba and jazz bossa classics and music of originators of the music; Antonio Carlos Jobim and Joao Gilberto, who helped bossa develop and brought it to the US. Dave Wasik drums, Jack Kulp bass, Kevin Doyle piano.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
The Wazmopolitans play Jazz Bossa
Jazz Bossa!! Bossa Nova came to America like a cool but powerful force in the 60s era of blues drenched pop, hard bop, and avant garde jazz. It entered our consciousness through the music of Stan Getz, Charlie Byrd, Bud Shank, Sonny Rollins, and many others. Bossa was an expression of a relationship between Brazilian and American jazz of the 50s. It represented a "cooling' of samba from carnival to coffeehouses. The Wazmopolitans will feature some jazz samba and jazz bossa classics and music of originators of the music; Antonio Carlos Jobim and Joao Gilberto, who helped bossa develop and brought it to the US. Dave Wasik drums, Jack Kulp bass, Kevin Doyle piano.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 9/29
Maria Sebastian
Tribute to five women (five songs from each):
Bonnie Raitt
Lucinda Williams
Sheryl Crow
kd lang
Linda Ronstadt
Maria Sebastian, Cathy Carfagna keyboard, vocals, Jim Whitford guitar, Frank Grizanti guitar, Dave 'The Waz' Wasik drum, Ed Croft bass.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Maria Sebastian
Tribute to five women (five songs from each):
Bonnie Raitt
Lucinda Williams
Sheryl Crow
kd lang
Linda Ronstadt
Maria Sebastian, Cathy Carfagna keyboard, vocals, Jim Whitford guitar, Frank Grizanti guitar, Dave 'The Waz' Wasik drum, Ed Croft bass.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 10/4
DeeAnn Dimeo Tompkins
DeeAnn Dimeo Tompkins has been entertaining Western New Yorkers for over 20 years. She was crowned 2016 "Best Female Blues Vocalist" at the Buffalo NightLife Music Awards, recently released one successful single, an EP, and a video. DeeAnn will offer a night of Elegance, performing many Jazz, Soul, and Blues classics, a special collection of Billie Holiday songs along with her very own songs. The night will also feature Reggie Evans on drums and vocals, Stu Weissman guitar, Jason Moynihan sax, Avery Weissman bass.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 7:30 pm
DeeAnn Dimeo Tompkins
DeeAnn Dimeo Tompkins has been entertaining Western New Yorkers for over 20 years. She was crowned 2016 "Best Female Blues Vocalist" at the Buffalo NightLife Music Awards, recently released one successful single, an EP, and a video. DeeAnn will offer a night of Elegance, performing many Jazz, Soul, and Blues classics, a special collection of Billie Holiday songs along with her very own songs. The night will also feature Reggie Evans on drums and vocals, Stu Weissman guitar, Jason Moynihan sax, Avery Weissman bass.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 7:30 pm
Friday 10/5
JazzBuffalo Presents: Organized! Plus Horns
The history of organ jazz includes pioneers like Jimmy Smith and Shirley Scott, hitmakers like Charles Earland, and today's prolific jazz organists like Joey Defrancesco. Their foot tapping organ music has a compelling deep soul jazz groove.
Selections from Charles Earland and other prominent jazz organists will be performed making for an exciting evening of Organized! jazz.
“Organized!” is Greg Millar guitar, Gerry Youngman organ, Brian Freeman trumpet, Nelson Rivera sax, David Phillips drums, and Tony Zambito percussion.
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
JazzBuffalo Presents: Organized! Plus Horns
The history of organ jazz includes pioneers like Jimmy Smith and Shirley Scott, hitmakers like Charles Earland, and today's prolific jazz organists like Joey Defrancesco. Their foot tapping organ music has a compelling deep soul jazz groove.
Selections from Charles Earland and other prominent jazz organists will be performed making for an exciting evening of Organized! jazz.
“Organized!” is Greg Millar guitar, Gerry Youngman organ, Brian Freeman trumpet, Nelson Rivera sax, David Phillips drums, and Tony Zambito percussion.
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 10/6
JazzBuffalo Presents: Spin Cycle
“Spin Cycle’s self-titled debut CD is an all-original program of 10 tunes that captivate with bright melodic lines, deep-seated grooves, catchy rhythmic devices and sophisticated harmony. Improvisations run wild, as soloists embrace aggressive and daring ideas from the realms of modal jazz, free-jazz, second-line, and soul, not to mention good old-fashioned swing. A cohesive unit that commands an exceptional stylistic range and exhibits a go-for-broke attitude…..Spin Cycle has the potential to connect with a broader national audience as well as international listeners.” Ed Enright, Downbeat, 2016
“Spin Cycle is a free-wheeling, take-no-prisoners roller coaster ride accentuating their willingness to venture free and edgy.” Mike Greenblatt, Classicalite.com, 2016
Spin Cycle plays an eclectic blend of hard-hitting original music composed by the members of the band, four veterans of the New York City freelance jazz scene. Each member has recorded multiple albums as a leader and played in the bands of many well-known jazz artists such as Joe Lovano, Woody Herman, Rufus Reid, Toshiko Akiyoshi, Maynard Ferguson, Jack McDuff and Lee Konitz. Formed in 2014, Spin Cycle is a collaborative band that can be lighthearted, serious, funky or abstract but always with a groove and without musical boundaries. A single song might contain influences from Coltrane, introspective free jazz, New Orleans funk or the no holds barred energy of punk.
The members of Spin Cycle Tom Christensen (Tenor and Soprano Sax) Pete McCann (Guitar) Phil Palombi (Bass) and Scott Neumann (Drums) came to New York City from California, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Oklahoma over 25 years ago and quickly became a part of the jazz scene. They are all experienced educators as well, serving on the faculties of Lehigh University, Nyack College, The New School and The City College of New York. They have been on scores of albums, won Grammys and published numerous books on jazz history and pedagogy. The band’s first CD was released in May 2016 to critical acclaim in Downbeat and many other jazz publications. The band’s second CD “Assorted Colors” was released in April 2018 and has already received rave reviews in Downbeat and several other publications.
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
JazzBuffalo Presents: Spin Cycle
“Spin Cycle’s self-titled debut CD is an all-original program of 10 tunes that captivate with bright melodic lines, deep-seated grooves, catchy rhythmic devices and sophisticated harmony. Improvisations run wild, as soloists embrace aggressive and daring ideas from the realms of modal jazz, free-jazz, second-line, and soul, not to mention good old-fashioned swing. A cohesive unit that commands an exceptional stylistic range and exhibits a go-for-broke attitude…..Spin Cycle has the potential to connect with a broader national audience as well as international listeners.” Ed Enright, Downbeat, 2016
“Spin Cycle is a free-wheeling, take-no-prisoners roller coaster ride accentuating their willingness to venture free and edgy.” Mike Greenblatt, Classicalite.com, 2016
Spin Cycle plays an eclectic blend of hard-hitting original music composed by the members of the band, four veterans of the New York City freelance jazz scene. Each member has recorded multiple albums as a leader and played in the bands of many well-known jazz artists such as Joe Lovano, Woody Herman, Rufus Reid, Toshiko Akiyoshi, Maynard Ferguson, Jack McDuff and Lee Konitz. Formed in 2014, Spin Cycle is a collaborative band that can be lighthearted, serious, funky or abstract but always with a groove and without musical boundaries. A single song might contain influences from Coltrane, introspective free jazz, New Orleans funk or the no holds barred energy of punk.
The members of Spin Cycle Tom Christensen (Tenor and Soprano Sax) Pete McCann (Guitar) Phil Palombi (Bass) and Scott Neumann (Drums) came to New York City from California, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Oklahoma over 25 years ago and quickly became a part of the jazz scene. They are all experienced educators as well, serving on the faculties of Lehigh University, Nyack College, The New School and The City College of New York. They have been on scores of albums, won Grammys and published numerous books on jazz history and pedagogy. The band’s first CD was released in May 2016 to critical acclaim in Downbeat and many other jazz publications. The band’s second CD “Assorted Colors” was released in April 2018 and has already received rave reviews in Downbeat and several other publications.
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 10/11
Jazz Impressions: 1968
“Jazz Impressions: 1968-Solos” featuring George Caldwell, Tim Clarke, John Bacon, Nelson Rivera, Alex McArthur and others.
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 7:30 pm
Jazz Impressions: 1968
“Jazz Impressions: 1968-Solos” featuring George Caldwell, Tim Clarke, John Bacon, Nelson Rivera, Alex McArthur and others.
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 7:30 pm
Friday 10/12
Greg Chako/Dino Losito
Guitarist Greg Chako has played with top artists like Junior Cook, Bill Hardman, Othello Molineaux, Johnny Lytle, Bobby Watson, Herb Ellis, Jimmy Raney, and others. His first CD 'Everything I Love' was recorded in Hong Kong in 1994. Two out of four subsequent CDs, Integration and Integration II were reissued as a set in 2015. Vince Lewis, who wrote for Just Jazz Guitar, said the music “... transcends geographic boundaries and cultures and communicates the happiness and friendship that all music should provide...” Jazz Dimensions of Germany said, Greg “... creates a new style, breathing exotic jazz-ethno music full of spirit and solid musical foundation...” and Keith ‘MuzikMan’ Hannaleck, writing for Jazz Reviews, USA, said: “These two recordings are a jazz mosaic painted with the very best of cultural, ethnic, and musical sensibilities. That striking combination provides a sumptuousness and extensiveness in the music that is rarely found in any genre. I think it’s safe to say that Greg Chako and his magnificent band are one of the world’s best-kept secrets. The word is now out; don’t hesitate in seeking out this essential jazz experience!”
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Greg Chako/Dino Losito
Guitarist Greg Chako has played with top artists like Junior Cook, Bill Hardman, Othello Molineaux, Johnny Lytle, Bobby Watson, Herb Ellis, Jimmy Raney, and others. His first CD 'Everything I Love' was recorded in Hong Kong in 1994. Two out of four subsequent CDs, Integration and Integration II were reissued as a set in 2015. Vince Lewis, who wrote for Just Jazz Guitar, said the music “... transcends geographic boundaries and cultures and communicates the happiness and friendship that all music should provide...” Jazz Dimensions of Germany said, Greg “... creates a new style, breathing exotic jazz-ethno music full of spirit and solid musical foundation...” and Keith ‘MuzikMan’ Hannaleck, writing for Jazz Reviews, USA, said: “These two recordings are a jazz mosaic painted with the very best of cultural, ethnic, and musical sensibilities. That striking combination provides a sumptuousness and extensiveness in the music that is rarely found in any genre. I think it’s safe to say that Greg Chako and his magnificent band are one of the world’s best-kept secrets. The word is now out; don’t hesitate in seeking out this essential jazz experience!”
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 10/13
Carina and 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: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Carina and 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: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 10/18
Mary Ramsey in Concert
Critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, violin/violist Mary Ramsey returns to PAUSA art house for a very special performance that will explore jazz standards, gypsy jazz, the classical music repertoire as well as Ms Ramsey's original compositions. She'll be accompanied by guitarists Stu Weissman and Marc Rosen with Avery Weissman on bass.
Photo by kckratt Photography
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Mary Ramsey in Concert
Critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, violin/violist Mary Ramsey returns to PAUSA art house for a very special performance that will explore jazz standards, gypsy jazz, the classical music repertoire as well as Ms Ramsey's original compositions. She'll be accompanied by guitarists Stu Weissman and Marc Rosen with Avery Weissman on bass.
Photo by kckratt Photography
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Friday 10/19
JazzBuffalo Presents: Cliff Eberhardt & Louise Mosrie
NYC veteran songwriter Cliff Eberhardt brings his literate Cole Porter meets Tom Waits style of pop/blues songwriting and dynamic performance skills to Pausa Art House with special guest and Nashville native/Americana songwriter Louise Mosrie opening the show as special guest. The two songwriters collaborate on each other’s sets with Eberhardt playing guitar and dobro and Mosrie on background vocals. It’s a fun show full of smart, passionate, heartfelt songs.
Eberhardt got his start in music in the 70's and 80's under the tutelage of mentors Tom Paxton, Odetta and Richie Havens in Greenwich Village's legendary music venues like The Bottom Line, The Lonestar and Kenny's Castaways. While learning his craft, he was hired by jingle houses in NYC to sing national campaign jingles such as "The Heartbeat of America" for Chevy as well as jingles for McDonalds and Coca-Cola. He also won a local Emmy award for his theme song for NYC's CBS affiliate.
Cliff Eberhardt was soon signed to Windham Hill Records and released his epic first original album in the 90s. “The Long Road” features a title cut duet with the late folk icon Richie Havens. Eberhardt went on to produce 9 more albums on Shanachie and Red House Records to critical success as well as accumulating multiple song cuts by other notable artists like Richie Havens, Shawn Colvin, Buffy St. Marie, Erasure, Russ Taff and Cry Cry Cry (Dar Williams, Richard Shindell & Lucy Kaplansky). His latest project is “Shrew Songs” – written and performed in the 2012 Folger Theatre’s award-winning production of “The Taming of the Shrew”. He is also well known as a songwriting teacher, producer and arranger. “Eberhardt sings with passion and with wit…what makes his brand so rare is the self-assurance and poise he brings to his nearly flawless show.” —The New York Post
Mosrie got her start by taking top honors at the Kerrville Folk Festival New Folk Songwriting contest and then went on to win or place at several other festival competitions including Telluride Bluegrass, Rocky Mtn. Folks Fest and Falcon Ridge Folk Fest. Her album, “Home”, debuted at #1 on the Folk DJ charts in January 2010. Her latest album, ‘Lay It Down”, was arranged and produced by Cliff Eberhardt and landed on several “Best of” radio lists in 2014. “Louise Mosrie may well be the brightest young folk-oriented artist to emerge from Nashville in many a year.” – Rich Warren, WFMT-FM, The Midnight Special, Chicago. www.cliffeberhardt.net www.louisemosrie.com
General Admission $15
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
JazzBuffalo Presents: Cliff Eberhardt & Louise Mosrie
NYC veteran songwriter Cliff Eberhardt brings his literate Cole Porter meets Tom Waits style of pop/blues songwriting and dynamic performance skills to Pausa Art House with special guest and Nashville native/Americana songwriter Louise Mosrie opening the show as special guest. The two songwriters collaborate on each other’s sets with Eberhardt playing guitar and dobro and Mosrie on background vocals. It’s a fun show full of smart, passionate, heartfelt songs.
Eberhardt got his start in music in the 70's and 80's under the tutelage of mentors Tom Paxton, Odetta and Richie Havens in Greenwich Village's legendary music venues like The Bottom Line, The Lonestar and Kenny's Castaways. While learning his craft, he was hired by jingle houses in NYC to sing national campaign jingles such as "The Heartbeat of America" for Chevy as well as jingles for McDonalds and Coca-Cola. He also won a local Emmy award for his theme song for NYC's CBS affiliate.
Cliff Eberhardt was soon signed to Windham Hill Records and released his epic first original album in the 90s. “The Long Road” features a title cut duet with the late folk icon Richie Havens. Eberhardt went on to produce 9 more albums on Shanachie and Red House Records to critical success as well as accumulating multiple song cuts by other notable artists like Richie Havens, Shawn Colvin, Buffy St. Marie, Erasure, Russ Taff and Cry Cry Cry (Dar Williams, Richard Shindell & Lucy Kaplansky). His latest project is “Shrew Songs” – written and performed in the 2012 Folger Theatre’s award-winning production of “The Taming of the Shrew”. He is also well known as a songwriting teacher, producer and arranger. “Eberhardt sings with passion and with wit…what makes his brand so rare is the self-assurance and poise he brings to his nearly flawless show.” —The New York Post
Mosrie got her start by taking top honors at the Kerrville Folk Festival New Folk Songwriting contest and then went on to win or place at several other festival competitions including Telluride Bluegrass, Rocky Mtn. Folks Fest and Falcon Ridge Folk Fest. Her album, “Home”, debuted at #1 on the Folk DJ charts in January 2010. Her latest album, ‘Lay It Down”, was arranged and produced by Cliff Eberhardt and landed on several “Best of” radio lists in 2014. “Louise Mosrie may well be the brightest young folk-oriented artist to emerge from Nashville in many a year.” – Rich Warren, WFMT-FM, The Midnight Special, Chicago. www.cliffeberhardt.net www.louisemosrie.com
General Admission $15
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 10/20
E.S.P. Jazz Quartet
E.S.P. is a tasteful jazz quartet whose 2009 album Time’s Up! (SPIDER RECORDS) was featured in JAZZIZ magazine. In 2010, the record won a Syracuse Area Music Award (Sammy) for best jazz and continues to receive airplay in more than 120 cities worldwide. In 2012, E.S.P. was voted “Best Jazz Group” in the Syracuse New Times annual reader’s poll.
Their 2011 release, Reach (SPIDER RECORDS), was produced by the Grammy Award-winning bassist of The Yellowjackets, Jimmy Haslip, and features three tracks with legendary keyboardist Jeff Lorber. This year, E.S.P. released Zero Gravity to critical acclaim winning the band its third consecutive SAMMY award.
E.S.P. has opened for many big jazz names including Chris Boti, The Rippingtons and Jeff Kashiwa’s Sax Pack among others. Members have also backed jazz greats including The New York Voices, Joey DeFrancisco and Martha Reeves.
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
E.S.P. Jazz Quartet
E.S.P. is a tasteful jazz quartet whose 2009 album Time’s Up! (SPIDER RECORDS) was featured in JAZZIZ magazine. In 2010, the record won a Syracuse Area Music Award (Sammy) for best jazz and continues to receive airplay in more than 120 cities worldwide. In 2012, E.S.P. was voted “Best Jazz Group” in the Syracuse New Times annual reader’s poll.
Their 2011 release, Reach (SPIDER RECORDS), was produced by the Grammy Award-winning bassist of The Yellowjackets, Jimmy Haslip, and features three tracks with legendary keyboardist Jeff Lorber. This year, E.S.P. released Zero Gravity to critical acclaim winning the band its third consecutive SAMMY award.
E.S.P. has opened for many big jazz names including Chris Boti, The Rippingtons and Jeff Kashiwa’s Sax Pack among others. Members have also backed jazz greats including The New York Voices, Joey DeFrancisco and Martha Reeves.
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Friday 10/26
Hot Club of Buffalo
This 4-piece gypsy jazz band includes some former 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 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Hot Club of Buffalo
This 4-piece gypsy jazz band includes some former 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 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 10/27
New Vintage Ramblers
Come to Pausa for some toe-tapping, good old Americana featuring the harmonies and guitar-work of Tim Franczyk, Tim Switalski and Joe Nicastro. This group is a combination of the former Fascinators and the Kensingtons. They play Dream Lover, Just A Song Before I Go, Her Town Too, and many others.
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
New Vintage Ramblers
Come to Pausa for some toe-tapping, good old Americana featuring the harmonies and guitar-work of Tim Franczyk, Tim Switalski and Joe Nicastro. This group is a combination of the former Fascinators and the Kensingtons. They play Dream Lover, Just A Song Before I Go, Her Town Too, and many others.
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Friday 11/2
Group263 Art Exhibition - Opening Reception
Today Group 263 is comprised of five artists – Brian Boutin (Water Colorist), John Lloyd (Silk Painter), Kathleen Corff Rogers (Graphic Designer/Photographer), Gethyn Soderman (Fiber Artist), and Rick Steinberg (Photographer/Handcraft Framer).
Free Admission
Opening Reception 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Group263 Art Exhibition - Opening Reception
Today Group 263 is comprised of five artists – Brian Boutin (Water Colorist), John Lloyd (Silk Painter), Kathleen Corff Rogers (Graphic Designer/Photographer), Gethyn Soderman (Fiber Artist), and Rick Steinberg (Photographer/Handcraft Framer).
Free Admission
Opening Reception 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday 11/3
Ed Croft & Eric Johnson
Eric Johnson is a soul survivor. Eric’s 40 year career has allowed him to travel the world performing with some of the world's greatest jazz artists. His career began in Pittsburgh, in the late 60's Rhythm and Blues/Jazz Funk circuit. After graduating high school he a boldly, eagerly took his guitar on the road with legendary organist Brother Jack McDuff. Johnson soon became a popular sideman working with Leon Spencer Jr., Lou Donaldson, Jimmy McGriff, Stanley Turrentine, Hank Crawford, Ramsey Lewis and many others. Joining Johnson at this Pausa Art House appearance will be Buffalo local Ed Croft on Bass.
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Ed Croft & Eric Johnson
Eric Johnson is a soul survivor. Eric’s 40 year career has allowed him to travel the world performing with some of the world's greatest jazz artists. His career began in Pittsburgh, in the late 60's Rhythm and Blues/Jazz Funk circuit. After graduating high school he a boldly, eagerly took his guitar on the road with legendary organist Brother Jack McDuff. Johnson soon became a popular sideman working with Leon Spencer Jr., Lou Donaldson, Jimmy McGriff, Stanley Turrentine, Hank Crawford, Ramsey Lewis and many others. Joining Johnson at this Pausa Art House appearance will be Buffalo local Ed Croft on Bass.
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Friday 11/9
Craig Warner Quintet
Craig Warner, Avery Weissman bass, Stu Weissman guitar, Nelson Starr keyboards.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Craig Warner Quintet
Craig Warner, Avery Weissman bass, Stu Weissman guitar, Nelson Starr keyboards.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturdaday 11/10
Dave Schiavone Quintet plays Stan Getz...and More
Classic arrangements of Stan Getz' hits by one of Buffalo's top arranger, bandleader and saxist, Dave Schiavone.
Mark Filsinger - trumpet, George Kane - guitar, Buddy Fadale - bass, Tom Kasperek - drums
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Dave Schiavone Quintet plays Stan Getz...and More
Classic arrangements of Stan Getz' hits by one of Buffalo's top arranger, bandleader and saxist, Dave Schiavone.
Mark Filsinger - trumpet, George Kane - guitar, Buddy Fadale - bass, Tom Kasperek - drums
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Sunday 11/11
JazzBuffalo Presents: Joe Policastro Trio
The Joe Policastro Trio is a Chicago-based jazz trio led by bassist Joe Policastro featuring guitarist Dave Miller and drummer Mikel Avery. While firmly rooted in jazz, the band's open-minded, inclusive nature also brings rock, soul, funk, Brazilian, and free jazz to the surface while keeping the aesthetic of an acoustic jazz trio intact. Their third album, Screen Sounds (JeruJazz Records, August 11, 2017), is an assemblage of movie/TV music re-imagined by the trio. Both a musical tapestry and personal soundtrack, the trio has re-purposed these selections blending each member's unique voice into a unified sound while shedding new light on these musical touchstones. Other releases by the band include 2013's West Side Story Suite For Jazz Trio, and 2016's POPS!, also on JeruJazz Records.
As sidemen, Joe Policastro (Jeff Hamilton, Pat and Debby Boone, Phil Woods, Diane Schuur), Dave Miller (Clarice Assad, Patricia Barber, Algernon), and Mikel Avery (Joshua Abrams, Theaster Gates, Rob Mazurek) have shared the stage with a wide array of musicians but dedicate collectively to this trio. Whether highlighting the original music of its member, re-contextualizing modern music, or performing jazz classics of the likes of Thelonious Monk, Chico Hamilton, or Charles Lloyd, the trio readily displays its singular approach, sound, texture, and simultaneity.
Known for its eclectic taste and approach, the Joe Policastro Trio "makes the case that such musical hybridity is worth celebrating." "Policastro…is a melody-minded bassist who prioritizes group cohesion over individual displays of virtuosity." - Brian Zimmerman, Downbeat
"There are always new wrinkles to be found in the familiar. That's a political stance that seems to serve the Joe Policastro Trio well…putting alternately gritty and focused touches on songs we've come to love….Policastro and company have found their niche tapping into different breeds of treasured songs." - Dan Bilawsky, All About Jazz
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
JazzBuffalo Presents: Joe Policastro Trio
The Joe Policastro Trio is a Chicago-based jazz trio led by bassist Joe Policastro featuring guitarist Dave Miller and drummer Mikel Avery. While firmly rooted in jazz, the band's open-minded, inclusive nature also brings rock, soul, funk, Brazilian, and free jazz to the surface while keeping the aesthetic of an acoustic jazz trio intact. Their third album, Screen Sounds (JeruJazz Records, August 11, 2017), is an assemblage of movie/TV music re-imagined by the trio. Both a musical tapestry and personal soundtrack, the trio has re-purposed these selections blending each member's unique voice into a unified sound while shedding new light on these musical touchstones. Other releases by the band include 2013's West Side Story Suite For Jazz Trio, and 2016's POPS!, also on JeruJazz Records.
As sidemen, Joe Policastro (Jeff Hamilton, Pat and Debby Boone, Phil Woods, Diane Schuur), Dave Miller (Clarice Assad, Patricia Barber, Algernon), and Mikel Avery (Joshua Abrams, Theaster Gates, Rob Mazurek) have shared the stage with a wide array of musicians but dedicate collectively to this trio. Whether highlighting the original music of its member, re-contextualizing modern music, or performing jazz classics of the likes of Thelonious Monk, Chico Hamilton, or Charles Lloyd, the trio readily displays its singular approach, sound, texture, and simultaneity.
Known for its eclectic taste and approach, the Joe Policastro Trio "makes the case that such musical hybridity is worth celebrating." "Policastro…is a melody-minded bassist who prioritizes group cohesion over individual displays of virtuosity." - Brian Zimmerman, Downbeat
"There are always new wrinkles to be found in the familiar. That's a political stance that seems to serve the Joe Policastro Trio well…putting alternately gritty and focused touches on songs we've come to love….Policastro and company have found their niche tapping into different breeds of treasured songs." - Dan Bilawsky, All About Jazz
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Thursday 11/15
Tim Clarke Soultet featuring Darryl Washington
The Soul-Tet is a Buffalo-based Quintet that brings to life seldom-heard, groove-driven latin, hard bop, and soul-jazz tunes from the 1950’s to the early 1990’s. All the material has been meticulously transcribed by Clarke from records by Lee Morgan, Joe Gordon, Donald Byrd, Yusuf Lateef, Blue Mitchell, Donald Brown, Ronnie Laws, Poncho Sanchez and others. The group features Clarke on trumpet and flugelhorn, Darryl Washington on drums, Nelson Rivera on tenor sax, Ed Croft on bass, and Harry Graser on keys. Always impressive both in technical skill, conception, and creative abilities, Clarke is one of the top trumpet and cornet players in the area. He has appeared in many groups at Pausa and elsewhere including Star People, The Buffalo Jazz Octet, and many JazzBuffalo productions. This group's appearance is always a landmark on the musical calendar.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 7:30 pm
Tim Clarke Soultet featuring Darryl Washington
The Soul-Tet is a Buffalo-based Quintet that brings to life seldom-heard, groove-driven latin, hard bop, and soul-jazz tunes from the 1950’s to the early 1990’s. All the material has been meticulously transcribed by Clarke from records by Lee Morgan, Joe Gordon, Donald Byrd, Yusuf Lateef, Blue Mitchell, Donald Brown, Ronnie Laws, Poncho Sanchez and others. The group features Clarke on trumpet and flugelhorn, Darryl Washington on drums, Nelson Rivera on tenor sax, Ed Croft on bass, and Harry Graser on keys. Always impressive both in technical skill, conception, and creative abilities, Clarke is one of the top trumpet and cornet players in the area. He has appeared in many groups at Pausa and elsewhere including Star People, The Buffalo Jazz Octet, and many JazzBuffalo productions. This group's appearance is always a landmark on the musical calendar.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 7:30 pm
Friday 11/16
Paul Hage and Mirage
Mediterranean-inspired jazz. "Led by composer and multi-instrumentalist Paul Hage, Mirage gives contemporary jazz a global perspective by combining unique instrumentation with the rhythms and melodies from the three continents that border the Mediterranean Sea. Genres such as nuevo-flamenco, acid, and smooth jazz are met with classical-style guitar playing from Hage and band-mate Dan Innes, creating an expressive fusion of world music that has become the band’s trademark. Percussionist and Moroccan-born Hicham plays bongos, Djembe, and Derbuki among other instruments. With the level of musicianship and cultural awareness that Mirage displays, it’s a language everyone can understand." – jon Wheelock Their recent CD, Dynamics, earned much praise, especially from ARTVOICE and BUFFALO RISING. Join us as we take a journey into the world of Mediterranean-jazz!
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Paul Hage and Mirage
Mediterranean-inspired jazz. "Led by composer and multi-instrumentalist Paul Hage, Mirage gives contemporary jazz a global perspective by combining unique instrumentation with the rhythms and melodies from the three continents that border the Mediterranean Sea. Genres such as nuevo-flamenco, acid, and smooth jazz are met with classical-style guitar playing from Hage and band-mate Dan Innes, creating an expressive fusion of world music that has become the band’s trademark. Percussionist and Moroccan-born Hicham plays bongos, Djembe, and Derbuki among other instruments. With the level of musicianship and cultural awareness that Mirage displays, it’s a language everyone can understand." – jon Wheelock Their recent CD, Dynamics, earned much praise, especially from ARTVOICE and BUFFALO RISING. Join us as we take a journey into the world of Mediterranean-jazz!
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Saturday 11/17
Wordism & JFT
Back by popular demand, WORDISM returns to Pausa Art House! Buffalo's own JFT will once again be providing tailor-made musical backdrops for each poet.
All the love, warmth, and comfort you all have become accustomed will be here.
So, bring a friend and experience the growing movement of WNY's Premier Non-Competitive Open Mic Event for Spoken Word Artists: WORDISM.
WELCOME HOME.
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Wordism & JFT
Back by popular demand, WORDISM returns to Pausa Art House! Buffalo's own JFT will once again be providing tailor-made musical backdrops for each poet.
All the love, warmth, and comfort you all have become accustomed will be here.
So, bring a friend and experience the growing movement of WNY's Premier Non-Competitive Open Mic Event for Spoken Word Artists: WORDISM.
WELCOME HOME.
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Friday 11/23
The Wazmopolitans
Bossa Nova came to America like a cool but powerful force in the 60s era of blues drenched pop, hard bop, and avant garde jazz. It entered our consciousness through the music of Stan Getz, Charlie Byrd, Bud Shank, Sonny Rollins, and many others. Bossa was an expression of a relationship between Brazilian and American jazz of the 50s. It represented a "cooling' of samba from carnival to coffeehouses. The Wazmopolitans will feature the music of originators of the music; Antonio Carlos Jobim and Joao Gilberto, who helped develop the music and bring it to the US, and others. Dave Wasik drums, Jack Kulp bass, Kevin Doyle piano.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
The Wazmopolitans
Bossa Nova came to America like a cool but powerful force in the 60s era of blues drenched pop, hard bop, and avant garde jazz. It entered our consciousness through the music of Stan Getz, Charlie Byrd, Bud Shank, Sonny Rollins, and many others. Bossa was an expression of a relationship between Brazilian and American jazz of the 50s. It represented a "cooling' of samba from carnival to coffeehouses. The Wazmopolitans will feature the music of originators of the music; Antonio Carlos Jobim and Joao Gilberto, who helped develop the music and bring it to the US, and others. Dave Wasik drums, Jack Kulp bass, Kevin Doyle piano.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Saturday 11/24
Buffalo Tango Orkestra
Tango artist Chris Vasquez was awarded the prize of “Best Singer” at the International Tango Music Competition by the New York Argentinian Counsulate, and he was a finalist in the Medellín International Tango Festival Voice Competition. He has performed in Argentina, Colombia, across the US as well Romania, Bulgaria, and China. Locally he has performed at The Mary Seaton Room and the concert hall at Kleinhan’s Music Hall and Canisius College Montante Cultural Center. Mr. Vasquez has written and produced several tango performances. His tango CD is titled 'Carlos Gardel...then and now.' Mr. Vasquez holds degrees from Tufts University and from New England Conservatory of Music.
Moshe Shulman is the premier performer of tango music in the Western New York area. In addition to his great work on violin, he is the only performer in Buffalo playing the traditional tango instrument, bandoneon.
We'll showcase these talented artists, for a special night at Pausa. They are simply extraordinary. All of Buffalo needs to see and hear them! Also featured Pianist Ivan Docenko and violinist Miranda Shulman.
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Buffalo Tango Orkestra
Tango artist Chris Vasquez was awarded the prize of “Best Singer” at the International Tango Music Competition by the New York Argentinian Counsulate, and he was a finalist in the Medellín International Tango Festival Voice Competition. He has performed in Argentina, Colombia, across the US as well Romania, Bulgaria, and China. Locally he has performed at The Mary Seaton Room and the concert hall at Kleinhan’s Music Hall and Canisius College Montante Cultural Center. Mr. Vasquez has written and produced several tango performances. His tango CD is titled 'Carlos Gardel...then and now.' Mr. Vasquez holds degrees from Tufts University and from New England Conservatory of Music.
Moshe Shulman is the premier performer of tango music in the Western New York area. In addition to his great work on violin, he is the only performer in Buffalo playing the traditional tango instrument, bandoneon.
We'll showcase these talented artists, for a special night at Pausa. They are simply extraordinary. All of Buffalo needs to see and hear them! Also featured Pianist Ivan Docenko and violinist Miranda Shulman.
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Thursday 11/29
Grüvology
Voted best jazz fusion group in WNY for six straight years. Grüvology is composed of WNY's top musicians playing mostly original music plus some more....whatever feels right at the moment. Grüvology's Walter Kemp III and Bernard Kunz push the boundaries of contemporary improvised jazz music. Kemp is acknowledged as a top local pianist. Kunz was named "one of Buffalo's most adventurous guitarists" by Buffalo News Music Critic Jeff Miers (Feb. 2012) and Art Voice's runner-up best jazz guitarist for 2016. Grüvology won the 2017 JazzBuffalo poll for top fusion group. They have release 3 recordings; "First Set" (2008), "Unbridled" (2010), and "Freeway" (2014). The releases contain exclusively original material.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 7:30 pm
Grüvology
Voted best jazz fusion group in WNY for six straight years. Grüvology is composed of WNY's top musicians playing mostly original music plus some more....whatever feels right at the moment. Grüvology's Walter Kemp III and Bernard Kunz push the boundaries of contemporary improvised jazz music. Kemp is acknowledged as a top local pianist. Kunz was named "one of Buffalo's most adventurous guitarists" by Buffalo News Music Critic Jeff Miers (Feb. 2012) and Art Voice's runner-up best jazz guitarist for 2016. Grüvology won the 2017 JazzBuffalo poll for top fusion group. They have release 3 recordings; "First Set" (2008), "Unbridled" (2010), and "Freeway" (2014). The releases contain exclusively original material.
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 7:30 pm
Friday 11/30
Zakk Jones Trio
Zakk Jones is a Columbus, Ohio based guitarist, composer and teacher, currently finishing his Bachelor’s degree in Jazz Studies at Capital University. Originally from Portland, Oregon, his participation on piano in the Fear No Music project led to a National Award in composition at the age of 11.
First influenced on guitar by rock and metal, he now plays Jazz, Classical, Fusion and Brazilian styles. In Columbus he has performed at Brother’s Drake Meadery, Victory’s, Hal & Al’s, Natalie’s Coal Fired Pizza, Dick’s Den, Scarlet & Grey, Columbus Performing Arts Center, Columbus Jazz & Ribs Festival, and many art galleries, weddings and corporate events. Opportunities have taken him all across Ohio, with summer gigs in Port Clinton and even further to Atlanta and Dallas for the Jazz Education Network Conference where he has been a performer and stage manager.
Zakk regularly performs with the group Wake Fold, his own trio and quintet, as well as many other projects in the Columbus area. At Capital he has studied with Stan Smith and Brett Burleson, also having the opportunities to take lessons with Corey Christiansen and Adam Rogers. Besides performing, Zakk also teaches privately, enjoys composing/arranging, and scholarly research. Recently, Zakk has been influenced by the music of Ed Bickert, Chris Potter, Moacir Santos and Franz Schreker.
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Zakk Jones Trio
Zakk Jones is a Columbus, Ohio based guitarist, composer and teacher, currently finishing his Bachelor’s degree in Jazz Studies at Capital University. Originally from Portland, Oregon, his participation on piano in the Fear No Music project led to a National Award in composition at the age of 11.
First influenced on guitar by rock and metal, he now plays Jazz, Classical, Fusion and Brazilian styles. In Columbus he has performed at Brother’s Drake Meadery, Victory’s, Hal & Al’s, Natalie’s Coal Fired Pizza, Dick’s Den, Scarlet & Grey, Columbus Performing Arts Center, Columbus Jazz & Ribs Festival, and many art galleries, weddings and corporate events. Opportunities have taken him all across Ohio, with summer gigs in Port Clinton and even further to Atlanta and Dallas for the Jazz Education Network Conference where he has been a performer and stage manager.
Zakk regularly performs with the group Wake Fold, his own trio and quintet, as well as many other projects in the Columbus area. At Capital he has studied with Stan Smith and Brett Burleson, also having the opportunities to take lessons with Corey Christiansen and Adam Rogers. Besides performing, Zakk also teaches privately, enjoys composing/arranging, and scholarly research. Recently, Zakk has been influenced by the music of Ed Bickert, Chris Potter, Moacir Santos and Franz Schreker.
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Saturday 12/8
Charlie Brown Christmas with Ed Croft
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Charlie Brown Christmas with Ed Croft
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Friday 12/28
Elliot Scozzaro Quintet
Elliot Scozzaro has played with the Eastman Youth Jazz Orchestra, Jazz Education Connection of Ohio Intercollegiate Jazz Ensemble, the University of North Texas One O’ Clock Lab Band, Dennis Mackrel, James Morrison, Danilo Perez, and Sean Jones among others. He was awarded the Outstanding Soloist Award at the Charles Mingus High School Competition and Festival in 2010, Kenneth R. Keller and Nicholas J. Perrini awards for outstanding performance at Capital University, Ohio, and was a semifinalist in the North American Saxophone Alliance Jazz Competition. He earned a Bachelor of Music at Capital University, received a Master of Music in Jazz Studies at the University of North Texas. Currently, Elliot plays second alto saxophone in the renowned Glenn Miller Orchestra, directed by Nick Hilscher. He always brings a high level of creative energy and careful organization to his performances. His return to the area is highly anticipated!
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Elliot Scozzaro Quintet
Elliot Scozzaro has played with the Eastman Youth Jazz Orchestra, Jazz Education Connection of Ohio Intercollegiate Jazz Ensemble, the University of North Texas One O’ Clock Lab Band, Dennis Mackrel, James Morrison, Danilo Perez, and Sean Jones among others. He was awarded the Outstanding Soloist Award at the Charles Mingus High School Competition and Festival in 2010, Kenneth R. Keller and Nicholas J. Perrini awards for outstanding performance at Capital University, Ohio, and was a semifinalist in the North American Saxophone Alliance Jazz Competition. He earned a Bachelor of Music at Capital University, received a Master of Music in Jazz Studies at the University of North Texas. Currently, Elliot plays second alto saxophone in the renowned Glenn Miller Orchestra, directed by Nick Hilscher. He always brings a high level of creative energy and careful organization to his performances. His return to the area is highly anticipated!
Admission: $10 / $7 students with ID
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Saturday 12/29
The Music of Chet Baker
The Jacob Jay/Dalton Sharp Quintet will be performing music from the career of tragic trumpet player and singer Chet Baker.
Join us as we play a selection of tunes from Chet's long career including his time with Gerry Mulligan, young Chet's records with Pacific Jazz, his comeback on CTI with She Was Too Good For Me and more.
Featuring: Jacob Jay-Trumpet/Flugelhorn, Dalton Sharp-Saxophones, Jake Malone-Brancato-Piano, Ed Croft-Bass
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
The Music of Chet Baker
The Jacob Jay/Dalton Sharp Quintet will be performing music from the career of tragic trumpet player and singer Chet Baker.
Join us as we play a selection of tunes from Chet's long career including his time with Gerry Mulligan, young Chet's records with Pacific Jazz, his comeback on CTI with She Was Too Good For Me and more.
Featuring: Jacob Jay-Trumpet/Flugelhorn, Dalton Sharp-Saxophones, Jake Malone-Brancato-Piano, Ed Croft-Bass
Admission: $7
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Friday 1/25/19
Wordism
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Wordism
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Performance at 8:00 pm
Saturday 1/26
Charlie Ballentine
Charlie Ballantine is an internationally renowned, award winning guitarist. He has been a featured artist at notable events such as the The Winnipeg International Jazz Festival, The Indianapolis Jazz Festival, The Bloomington Jazz Festival, and The Elkhart Jazz Festival. Charlie is also a frequent performer at renowned jazz clubs such as The Jazz Kitchen (Indianapolis), Andy's Jazz Club (Chicago), Cliff Bell's (Detroit), and The Chatterbox (Indianapolis). His music stems from the traditions of folk, jazz, and blues music with influences such as Bill Frisell, John Scofield, Wes Montgomery, and Jimi Hendrix.
In early 2015 Charlie released his debut album "Green" which earned him national recognition. He was awarded 2015 "Jazz Musician of the Year" by NUVO Magazine. Less then a year later Charlie's award winning, album "Providence" was released in May of 2016 and has helped him gain international acclaim. The album was reviewed by Jazz Times, Vintage Guitar Magazine, Absolute Sound, Midwest Record and made it into the top 100 on the jazz radio chart through wide-ranging international airplay. The highly anticipated fourth album "Life Is Brief: The Music Of Bob Dylan" released in April of 2018 has already been widely reviewed in both the United States and Europe and made it onto the international Jazz Radio Chart top 60. Charlie is touring the record around the world for most of 2018. website
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Charlie Ballentine
Charlie Ballantine is an internationally renowned, award winning guitarist. He has been a featured artist at notable events such as the The Winnipeg International Jazz Festival, The Indianapolis Jazz Festival, The Bloomington Jazz Festival, and The Elkhart Jazz Festival. Charlie is also a frequent performer at renowned jazz clubs such as The Jazz Kitchen (Indianapolis), Andy's Jazz Club (Chicago), Cliff Bell's (Detroit), and The Chatterbox (Indianapolis). His music stems from the traditions of folk, jazz, and blues music with influences such as Bill Frisell, John Scofield, Wes Montgomery, and Jimi Hendrix.
In early 2015 Charlie released his debut album "Green" which earned him national recognition. He was awarded 2015 "Jazz Musician of the Year" by NUVO Magazine. Less then a year later Charlie's award winning, album "Providence" was released in May of 2016 and has helped him gain international acclaim. The album was reviewed by Jazz Times, Vintage Guitar Magazine, Absolute Sound, Midwest Record and made it into the top 100 on the jazz radio chart through wide-ranging international airplay. The highly anticipated fourth album "Life Is Brief: The Music Of Bob Dylan" released in April of 2018 has already been widely reviewed in both the United States and Europe and made it onto the international Jazz Radio Chart top 60. Charlie is touring the record around the world for most of 2018. website
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
Friday 3/15
The Philippe Lemm Trio
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm
The Philippe Lemm Trio
Admission: $10
Doors at 7:00 pm
Concert at 8:00 pm