We first came to know him through the global smash, "World Without Love," as one half of the British Invasion duo, Peter & Gordon. He returns--now a Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire-- in Peter Asher: A Musical Memoir of the 60s and Beyond, which brings a multimedia experience to the stage, …
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Dinner Special: Shrimp & Cod in a Spicy Coconut Broth Basmati Rice House Salad & Baguette *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– Presented in partnership with Jazz is Dead. Few musicians have ever reached the stature of Hermeto Pascoal. A true maestro and a cultural icon, he represents …
The Sam Chase Trio, also known as “The God Particle Of Music,” by all who have hypothesized of his existence before his discovery 10 years ago, eminent singer-songwriter The Sam Chase strides out of the hadron collider flanked on one side by Chandra Johnson, violin heroine, and on the other by Devon McClive, renowned and …
"Djangatos is a Los Gatos based acoustic trio that plays in the improvisational, fiercely rhythmic and lyrical style of Jean “Django” Reinhardt, the Belgian-born guitarist and composer who is celebrated for elevating so-called “gypsy jazz” to a wildly popular dance music form. The Djangatos ultra traditional hot club sound is a banquet of complimentary nuances, warm …
Keith Holland Guitars & Blue Skool Records Presents: Djangatos at Kuumbwa Jazz Center Read More »
Dinner Special: Pistachio & Herb Stuffed Chicken Roasted Garlic & Tomato Crostini Arugula Salad with Mint, Tomatoes & Feta *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– Phoenix, the new album/project by rising-star saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin was masterfully produced by Terri Lyne Carrington alongside an incredible cast of special guests. …
Singing the praises of the many services provided for those with vision loss, Vista Center will hold their annual benefit concert, Voices for Vista, on Wednesday, June 7 at Kuumbwa Jazz Center in Santa Cruz. Three talented artists will delight the audience with popular songs and the best of Broadway throughout the evening. Featuring the …
Voices for Vista – A benefit for Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired Read More »
At the Del Mar Theatre Inside Scofield is the in-depth-portrayal of the life of the acclaimed touring musician, composer and human being. Narrated completely by himself, John Scofield takes the viewer on an inspiring trip into the mind and soul of one of today’s finest in modern jazz. Entirely shaped and inspired by Scofield’s work, …
Del Mar Theatre & Kuumbwa Jazz Present: Jazz on Film – Inside Scofield Read More »
The Edward Simon Group featuring pianist Edward Simon, Reuben Rogers on bass, and Adam Cruz on drums, plus special guest, award-winning Mexican vocalist Magos Herrera and percussionist Luis Quintero, present a program entitled "Femeninas," which celebrates the legacy of Latin American women songwriters including Violeta Parra (Chile), Marta Valdes (Cuba), Chabuca Granda (Peru), Elizabeth Morris (Argentina) …
Sin Sisters Burlesque is a female owned, produced, and operated show. An evening of burlesque brought to you by internationally renowned and award winning performers. Join the Sin Sisters as they celebrate their 12 year anniversary! Sin Sisters email Sin Sisters Facebook
Cris Williamson and Barbara Higbie join forces to serve up a selection of brand new material and some old favorites as well. "Barb and I always have so much fun playing together. It makes for a very joyous, and deep occasion whenever we do a show. We'd love to have you there in Santa Cruz, …
One of the most strikingly unique artists of his generation, Pasquale Grasso has undoubtedly changed the way the world views jazz guitar. Born in Ariano Irpino, Italy, Grasso began playing guitar at a very young age. By the summer of 1997, his parents, who recognized the depth of their young son’s talent, sought out the …
A long-awaited collaboration between GRAMMY-nominated vocalist Gretchen Parlato and acclaimed guitarist Lionel Loueke, Lean In tells the story of 20 years of connection, inspiration and friendship between two musical soulmates. Reflecting on the great musical duos of our time and what it is that makes them essential, it would seem plausible that there would be …
Though still in the early stages of her blossoming career, 24-year-old vocalist, violinist and songwriter Emmaline has accomplished an impressive list of achievements so far. From being featured in top music publications such as Rolling Stone and American Songwriter to performing as the opening act for 10-time GRAMMY winner Chaka Khan, this Nashville-based, independent artist …
When José James released No Beginning No End 2 (2020), a collaborative effort that paired the forward-looking vocalist with a global all-star cast including Ledisi, Aloe Blacc and Laura Mvula, it was apparent that the genre-defying artist was back to stake his claim as the jazz singer for the hip-hop generation. In that light his …
Kuumbwa’s Jazz Camp is an annual day camp for students 12-18 years old who are interested in learning to play jazz. Students receive both one-on-one and group instruction and the camp focuses on live performance, basic improvisation, theory, soloing concepts/phrasing, along with jazz history and appreciation. Daily classes are held in the VAPA complex at …
Tammi Brown has performed with some of the most notable Music Industry Icons known to the world including renowned Music Producer, Quincy Jones, Bobby McFerrin, Lauren Monroe & Rick Allen (Def Leppard), Alan Parsons Project, Stanley Jordan, Dr. Maya Angelou, Joan Baez, Spyro Gyra, and Eric Bibb to name a few. She is currently a …
“A Brazilian-born genius with a blistering voice" (JazzTimes), Rio-born Claudia Villela has developed a reputation as a singularly unique singer, pianist and composer, lending her five-octave voice to work with jazz luminaries including Kenny Werner, Michael Brecker and Toots Thielemans. Villela began singing professionally as a teen and eventually moved to the Bay Area. A scholarship to …
Cláudio Rabeca is a composer, singer, teacher, music producer and luthier from the Northeast of Brazil. The rabeca (a fiddle originating in Portugal used in Brazilian forró music) is Rabeco’s main source of inspiration and musical development. He has played on stages all over the world, with Forró de Rabeca being the highlight of his …
Pianist Nduduzo Makhathini grew up in the lush and rugged hillscapes of umGungundlovu in South Africa, a peri-urban landscape in which music and ritual practices were symbiotically linked. The area is significant historically as the site of the Zulu king Dingane kingdom between 1828 and 1840. It is important to note that the Zulu, in …
We first came to know him through the global smash, "World Without Love," as one half of the British Invasion duo, Peter & Gordon. He returns--now a Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire-- in Peter Asher: A Musical Memoir of the 60s and Beyond, which brings a multimedia experience to the stage, …
Peter Asher: A Musical Memoir of the 60s and Beyond Read More »
Dinner Special: Shrimp & Cod in a Spicy Coconut Broth Basmati Rice House Salad & Baguette *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– Presented in partnership with Jazz is Dead. Few musicians have ever reached the stature of Hermeto Pascoal. A true maestro and a cultural icon, he represents …
The Sam Chase Trio, also known as “The God Particle Of Music,” by all who have hypothesized of his existence before his discovery 10 years ago, eminent singer-songwriter The Sam Chase strides out of the hadron collider flanked on one side by Chandra Johnson, violin heroine, and on the other by Devon McClive, renowned and …
"Djangatos is a Los Gatos based acoustic trio that plays in the improvisational, fiercely rhythmic and lyrical style of Jean “Django” Reinhardt, the Belgian-born guitarist and composer who is celebrated for elevating so-called “gypsy jazz” to a wildly popular dance music form. The Djangatos ultra traditional hot club sound is a banquet of complimentary nuances, warm …
Keith Holland Guitars & Blue Skool Records Presents: Djangatos at Kuumbwa Jazz Center Read More »
Dinner Special: Pistachio & Herb Stuffed Chicken Roasted Garlic & Tomato Crostini Arugula Salad with Mint, Tomatoes & Feta *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– Phoenix, the new album/project by rising-star saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin was masterfully produced by Terri Lyne Carrington alongside an incredible cast of special guests. …
Singing the praises of the many services provided for those with vision loss, Vista Center will hold their annual benefit concert, Voices for Vista, on Wednesday, June 7 at Kuumbwa Jazz Center in Santa Cruz. Three talented artists will delight the audience with popular songs and the best of Broadway throughout the evening. Featuring the …
Voices for Vista – A benefit for Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired Read More »
At the Del Mar Theatre Inside Scofield is the in-depth-portrayal of the life of the acclaimed touring musician, composer and human being. Narrated completely by himself, John Scofield takes the viewer on an inspiring trip into the mind and soul of one of today’s finest in modern jazz. Entirely shaped and inspired by Scofield’s work, …
Del Mar Theatre & Kuumbwa Jazz Present: Jazz on Film – Inside Scofield Read More »
The Edward Simon Group featuring pianist Edward Simon, Reuben Rogers on bass, and Adam Cruz on drums, plus special guest, award-winning Mexican vocalist Magos Herrera and percussionist Luis Quintero, present a program entitled "Femeninas," which celebrates the legacy of Latin American women songwriters including Violeta Parra (Chile), Marta Valdes (Cuba), Chabuca Granda (Peru), Elizabeth Morris (Argentina) …
Sin Sisters Burlesque is a female owned, produced, and operated show. An evening of burlesque brought to you by internationally renowned and award winning performers. Join the Sin Sisters as they celebrate their 12 year anniversary! Sin Sisters email Sin Sisters Facebook
Cris Williamson and Barbara Higbie join forces to serve up a selection of brand new material and some old favorites as well. "Barb and I always have so much fun playing together. It makes for a very joyous, and deep occasion whenever we do a show. We'd love to have you there in Santa Cruz, …
One of the most strikingly unique artists of his generation, Pasquale Grasso has undoubtedly changed the way the world views jazz guitar. Born in Ariano Irpino, Italy, Grasso began playing guitar at a very young age. By the summer of 1997, his parents, who recognized the depth of their young son’s talent, sought out the …
A long-awaited collaboration between GRAMMY-nominated vocalist Gretchen Parlato and acclaimed guitarist Lionel Loueke, Lean In tells the story of 20 years of connection, inspiration and friendship between two musical soulmates. Reflecting on the great musical duos of our time and what it is that makes them essential, it would seem plausible that there would be …
Though still in the early stages of her blossoming career, 24-year-old vocalist, violinist and songwriter Emmaline has accomplished an impressive list of achievements so far. From being featured in top music publications such as Rolling Stone and American Songwriter to performing as the opening act for 10-time GRAMMY winner Chaka Khan, this Nashville-based, independent artist …
When José James released No Beginning No End 2 (2020), a collaborative effort that paired the forward-looking vocalist with a global all-star cast including Ledisi, Aloe Blacc and Laura Mvula, it was apparent that the genre-defying artist was back to stake his claim as the jazz singer for the hip-hop generation. In that light his …
Kuumbwa’s Jazz Camp is an annual day camp for students 12-18 years old who are interested in learning to play jazz. Students receive both one-on-one and group instruction and the camp focuses on live performance, basic improvisation, theory, soloing concepts/phrasing, along with jazz history and appreciation. Daily classes are held in the VAPA complex at …
Tammi Brown has performed with some of the most notable Music Industry Icons known to the world including renowned Music Producer, Quincy Jones, Bobby McFerrin, Lauren Monroe & Rick Allen (Def Leppard), Alan Parsons Project, Stanley Jordan, Dr. Maya Angelou, Joan Baez, Spyro Gyra, and Eric Bibb to name a few. She is currently a …
“A Brazilian-born genius with a blistering voice" (JazzTimes), Rio-born Claudia Villela has developed a reputation as a singularly unique singer, pianist and composer, lending her five-octave voice to work with jazz luminaries including Kenny Werner, Michael Brecker and Toots Thielemans. Villela began singing professionally as a teen and eventually moved to the Bay Area. A scholarship to …
Cláudio Rabeca is a composer, singer, teacher, music producer and luthier from the Northeast of Brazil. The rabeca (a fiddle originating in Portugal used in Brazilian forró music) is Rabeco’s main source of inspiration and musical development. He has played on stages all over the world, with Forró de Rabeca being the highlight of his …
Pianist Nduduzo Makhathini grew up in the lush and rugged hillscapes of umGungundlovu in South Africa, a peri-urban landscape in which music and ritual practices were symbiotically linked. The area is significant historically as the site of the Zulu king Dingane kingdom between 1828 and 1840. It is important to note that the Zulu, in …
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