Events for June 2023

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Hermeto Pascoal

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The Sam Chase Trio

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Keith Holland Guitars & Blue Skool Records Presents: Djangatos at Kuumbwa Jazz Center

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Lakecia Benjamin & Phoenix

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Voices for Vista – A benefit for Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Del Mar Theatre & Kuumbwa Jazz Present: Jazz on Film – Inside Scofield

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Edward Simon Group feat. Magos Herrera

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CANCELLED – Sin Sisters Burlesque

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Cris Williamson & Barbara Higbie

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Pasquale Grasso: Solo Guitar

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Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke Duo: Lean In

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Emmaline

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On & On: José James Sings Badu

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Jazz Camp Concert

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Tammi Brown Sings Ella

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Cláudio Rabeca e Forró Quente

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Nduduzo Makhathini Trio

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Peter Asher: A Musical Memoir of the 60s and Beyond

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, […]

Hermeto Pascoal

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

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 […]

Keith Holland Guitars & Blue Skool Records Presents: Djangatos at Kuumbwa Jazz Center

"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 […]

Lakecia Benjamin & Phoenix

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. […]

Voices for Vista – A benefit for Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired

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 […]

Del Mar Theatre & Kuumbwa Jazz Present: Jazz on Film – Inside Scofield

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, […]

Edward Simon Group feat. Magos Herrera

Dinner Special: Grilled Chicken with Preserved Lemon & Almond Sauce Rice Pilaf House Salad & Baguette *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– 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 […]

CANCELLED – Sin Sisters Burlesque

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 & Barbara Higbie

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, […]

Pasquale Grasso: Solo Guitar

Dinner Special: Steelhead Trout with Tamari, Lemon, & Garlic Basmati Rice House Salad & Baguette *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– 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, […]

Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke Duo: Lean In

Dinner Special: Hawayej Spiced Grilled Chicken Roasted Potatoes House Salad & Baguette *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– 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. […]

Emmaline

Dinner Special: Green Curry Fish, Sweet Potatoes & Spinach Basmati Rice House Salad *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– 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 […]

On & On: José James Sings Badu

Dinner Special: Roast Chicken with Pancetta & Olives Green Polenta House Salad & Baguette *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– 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 […]

Jazz Camp Concert

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 Sings Ella

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 […]

Claudia Villela

Dinner Special (SOLD OUT): Shrimp & Fish in a Spicy Coconut Broth Rice House Salad & Baguette *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– “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 […]

Cláudio Rabeca e Forró Quente

Dinner Special: Black Cod & Steelhead Trout with Miso Sauce Rice House Salad & Baguette *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– 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 […]

Nduduzo Makhathini Trio

Dinner Special: Lemon & Herb Roasted Chicken with Fresh Green Herb Sauce Creamy Polenta House Salad & Baguette *meat & veggie chili will be available to order at the counter ––– 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 […]

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