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Billy Childs Quartet

Billy Childs has emerged as one of the foremost American composers of his era, successfully marrying the musical products of his heritage with the Western neoclassical traditions of the twentieth century in a powerful symbiosis of style, range, and dynamism.  Thus far in his career, Childs has garnered seventeen GRAMMY nominations and six GRAMMY awards […]

Luciana Souza & Marcel Camargo – New Moon

Luciana Souza was born in São Paulo, Brazil, and grew up in a family of bossa nova innovators – her father, a singer and songwriter; her mother, a poet and lyricist. Her work as a performer transcends traditional boundaries around musical styles, offering solid roots in jazz, sophisticated lineage in world music, and an enlightened […]

TAE & the Neighborly

Hailing from Green Bay, Wisconsin, TAE & The Neighborly seamlessly blends the best of soul, R&B, pop, and rock through vibrant instrumentation and TAE's unforgettable vocals. The band released their debut full-length record, Self Help, in 2024, showcasing lyrics and soul-inspired arrangements that shed the malaise of a world that grows ever more grim for […]

Mads Tolling Trio feat. Bruce Forman & Dan Feiszli

Two-time GRAMMY award-winning violinist Mads Tolling releases Masters of Jazz Violin, a heartfelt tribute to the jazz violinists who shaped his musical journey. This album features compositions written and associated with jazz violin greats Stéphane Grappelli, Jean-Luc Ponty, Svend Asmussen, Stuff Smith, and others.  Tolling is the recipient of the 2016 DownBeat Critics Poll Rising […]

Alice Howe & Freebo with Glenn MacPherson

Alice Howe & Freebo have undeniable chemistry. Rock bass legend Freebo weaves his fretless stylings into Alice’s soulful, impeccably-tuned vocals for a harmony-driven performance showcasing two uniquely compelling songwriters. Freebo is a genuine folk, rock, and blues icon who has toured and recorded with some of the greatest artists of his generation, and is best […]

Maruja Limón

“Maruja Limón dominated the stage, breathing new life into flamenco with a captivating fusion.” – Billboard Latin Maruja Limón is a female sextet from Barcelona known for their vibrant music that blends flamenco, pop, and Latin rhythms. Formed in 2014, they compose and arrange their own songs and have performed at festivals and venues across […]

Tony Lindsay Quintet feat. Tom Politzer, John R. Burr, Gary Brown & Deszon Claiborne

GRAMMY-winning vocalist Tony Lindsay is best known for his twenty-five years as the lead vocalist for Santana and appearing on seven of their albums, including the multi-platinum Supernatural. He has worked with Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, Boz Skaggs, Al Jarreau, and Lou Rawls among others, but always had a strong connection to jazz and a […]

Water Tower

Known for their raw energy and genre-blending sound, Water Tower infuses old-time bluegrass with punk spirit, creating a distinctive and high-octane live experience. With deep roots in traditional American music and an ear for innovation, their performances have captivated fans from backyards to major festivals across the country. Water Tower’s lineup features tight harmonies, virtuosic […]

Leah Song

Leah Song is a storyteller, song-catcher, and cultural bridge-builder best known for her role as front-woman of Rising Appalachia, alongside her sister Chloe. For this show, she is joined on stage by Duncan Wickel — fiddler, cellist, and longtime bandmate from Rising Appalachia. Leah Song Website Pulse Productions Website info/tickets/questions:  michael@pulseproductions.net  

Keshav Batish & Friends in Sonic Kinship – Album Release Celebration

Keshav Batish is a performer, composer, and educator based in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is trained in Hindustani classical and South Asian folk music by his father, Pandit Ashwin Batish, and his aunt, Shrimati Meena Batish. Batish’s debut album, Binaries in Cycle, was recognized in 2021 as one of 10 Best Bay Area […]

Master Class: Michel Petrucciani’s ‘Kuumbwa’ – The Story Behind the Album

On May 11, 1987, pianist Michel Petrucciani, bassist Dave Holland, and drummer Eliot Zigmund took the Kuumbwa stage for a remarkable concert – a special stop on the trio’s only tour – which featured these three giants of modern jazz in peak creative form. Petrucciani passed away in 1999, but his legacy shines in the […]

Michael Wolff Quartet

Michael Wolff is a renowned jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader known for his virtuoso performances and innovative style. He has recorded with artists ranging from Cal Tjader to Christian McBride, Tony Williams, and more. He has performed with and conducted over twenty-five symphony orchestras including the Dallas Symphony and Fort Worth Symphony, and has been […]

Ray Obiedo’s Latin Jazz Ensemble feat. Pete Escovedo

Contemporary jazz guitarist and composer Ray Obiedo had an eclectic music upbringing during his younger days in the San Francisco Bay Area. The sounds of Miles Davis, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Henry Mancini, Mortown Records, and perhaps most of all, James Brown, all influenced his musical persona and career trajectory. His early break was joining Johnny […]

Yilian Cañizares

“Yilian is one of the most incredible talents of the new generation of Cuban musicians. She is a virtuoso, she is expressive, spontaneous and with a grace that makes her the favorite of all of us.” – Chucho Valdés Yilian Cañizares is one of the most intriguing contemporary violinists, singers, and composers. Always staying true […]

Peter Asher & Jeremy Clyde

Peter Asher of Peter & Gordon and Jeremy Clyde of Chad & Jeremy join forces for the first time in several years for an intimate, living room style conversation and concert experience. It’s an unforgettable evening of music and memories featuring songs and stories moving from their sixties heyday as recording artists to Jeremy’s success […]

Maria Muldaur & Her Jazzabelle Quintet

Maria Muldaur is known worldwide for her 1974 hit “Midnight at the Oasis” which received several GRAMMY nominations and critical acclaim. Muldaur has toured worldwide and has recorded forty-three solo albums, spanning American roots music, gospel, R&B, jazz, and big band. Mulduar has recorded and produced, on average, one album per year throughout her career. […]

Eilen Jewell

Hailed by American Songwriter as “one of America’s most intriguing, creative, and idiosyncratic voices,” Eilen Jewell rises from the ashes on her captivating new album, Get Behind The Wheel, picking up the pieces of her shattered world and finding new purpose and meaning after watching her marriage, her band,and what felt like her entire career fall apart […]