Vic Wong is a jazz guitarist, double-bassist, tenor banjoist, and ukulele(ist?) in based in San Francisco. He specializes in early jazz styles of the ’30s and ’40s. Sometimes, in the comfort of his home, he makes horrible noises on lap steel when nobody is around to hear. Vic proudly plays regularly in a wide variety […]
Trading Fours at Tipple’s. Jam session hosted by Vic Wong A lively jam session featuring some the Bay Area’s (and beyond) premiere players. Featuring House Band: Playing Musicians do not pay the door cover for seats at the bar/lounge. We ask musicians to open a tab and expect a $15 food and/or beverage minimum spend. […]
Paul Mehling, the leader of HCSF, Le Jazz Hot, and the Ivory Club Boys, has been dubbed the godfather of American gypsy jazz. He discovered the music of Django Reinhardt and the Quintet of the Hot Club of France in grammar school, and decades later the music that took root in his young soul finally […]
Paul Mehling, the leader of HCSF, Le Jazz Hot, and the Ivory Club Boys, has been dubbed the godfather of American gypsy jazz. He discovered the music of Django Reinhardt and the Quintet of the Hot Club of France in grammar school, and decades later the music that took root in his young soul finally […]
Paul Mehling, the leader of HCSF, Le Jazz Hot, and the Ivory Club Boys, has been dubbed the godfather of American gypsy jazz. He discovered the music of Django Reinhardt and the Quintet of the Hot Club of France in grammar school, and decades later the music that took root in his young soul finally […]
Jinx Jones has been twice nominated for Male Rockabilly Artist of the Year by the Ameripolitan Music Awards, has received gold and platinum record awards for his work with R&B divas, En Vogue, has won songwriting awards and has been recognized as one of the hottest acts on the San Francisco music scene. In […]
Jinx Jones has been twice nominated for Male Rockabilly Artist of the Year by the Ameripolitan Music Awards, has received gold and platinum record awards for his work with R&B divas, En Vogue, has won songwriting awards and has been recognized as one of the hottest acts on the San Francisco music scene. In […]
San Francisco native, vocalist Loretta Gooden began her life in music as the daughter of Oddie Lee Criner, the legendary Gospel educator, pianist and vocalist. Along with her mother and sisters, Ms. Gooden toured the country for over twenty years as part of the her family gospel group, The Legendary Angelettes of San Francisco. Ms. […]
San Francisco native, vocalist Loretta Gooden began her life in music as the daughter of Oddie Lee Criner, the legendary Gospel educator, pianist and vocalist. Along with her mother and sisters, Ms. Gooden toured the country for over twenty years as part of the her family gospel group, The Legendary Angelettes of San Francisco. Ms. […]
Kazemde George is an African American jazz saxophonist, composer, and beat-maker based in Brooklyn who exhibits a gift for streamlined, emotionally direct melodies, articulated with a warm tone and a certain guiding restraint. Raised by Caribbean parents in Berkeley, California, Kaz was exposed to a wide range of musical styles, and has been playing Piano, […]
Kazemde George is an African American jazz saxophonist, composer, and beat-maker based in Brooklyn who exhibits a gift for streamlined, emotionally direct melodies, articulated with a warm tone and a certain guiding restraint. Raised by Caribbean parents in Berkeley, California, Kaz was exposed to a wide range of musical styles, and has been playing Piano, […]
A major force in the music scene of the San Francisco Bay area for the last 40 years, saxophonist Charles Unger is a musical institution. He is known for his exuberant style and talent, and for a stage show that is unforgettable.Charles brings an undeniable sense of joy to his performances, with a smile that […]
A major force in the music scene of the San Francisco Bay area for the last 40 years, saxophonist Charles Unger is a musical institution. He is known for his exuberant style and talent, and for a stage show that is unforgettable.Charles brings an undeniable sense of joy to his performances, with a smile that […]
Sacramento-based Trumpeter, Educator, and Composer Joe Mazzaferro isactive in the Northern California jazz scene and in demand as a guest artistand clinician across the United States. In November 2017, Mazzaferro releasedhis debut albumIn Terms Of...(Joe Mazz Music) which features saxophonistJeff Clayton along with special guests, drummer Carl Allen and pianist DonaldBrown. The album peaked at […]
Sacramento-based Trumpeter, Educator, and Composer Joe Mazzaferro isactive in the Northern California jazz scene and in demand as a guest artistand clinician across the United States. In November 2017, Mazzaferro releasedhis debut albumIn Terms Of…(Joe Mazz Music) which features saxophonistJeff Clayton along with special guests, drummer Carl Allen and pianist DonaldBrown. The album peaked at […]
Rob Reich is quintessentially what makes the San Francisco music scene a vibrant and vital mecca for independent music; he’s become one of its stalwart underground artists. His music defies genre, combining strong melodic ideas, rhythmic drive, and a spirit of irreverence and experimentation. He is best known for his work with Tin Hat, Gaucho, and Circus Bella. […]
Rob Reich is quintessentially what makes the San Francisco music scene a vibrant and vital mecca for independent music; he’s become one of its stalwart underground artists. His music defies genre, combining strong melodic ideas, rhythmic drive, and a spirit of irreverence and experimentation. He is best known for his work with Tin Hat, Gaucho, and Circus Bella. […]
The N. T. B. Collective is a Bay Area based jazz fusion group merging sounds and styles from all over the world. The N.T.B. trio, is comprised of drums, bass, and piano. Each musician is highly accomplished; coming together to generate a unique musical energy. N.T.B. has been playing various venue residencies throughout the San […]
The N. T. B. Collective is a Bay Area based jazz fusion group merging sounds and styles from all over the world. The N.T.B. trio, is comprised of drums, bass, and piano. Each musician is highly accomplished; coming together to generate a unique musical energy. N.T.B. has been playing various venue residencies throughout the San […]
Aki Kumar left his native home in Mumbai, India for the United States with the intention of working as a software engineer. Then he discovered the sounds of the blues, and his life changed dramatically. One of the hardest working artists on the music scene today, this San Jose-based musician has successfully blended elements of Indian music into […]
Aki Kumar left his native home in Mumbai, India for the United States with the intention of working as a software engineer. Then he discovered the sounds of the blues, and his life changed dramatically. One of the hardest working artists on the music scene today, this San Jose-based musician has successfully blended elements of Indian music into […]
Originally from Chicago, George Cotsirilos has been a member of the San Francisco Bay Area jazz community for many years and has performed with a wide variety of artists, from San Francisco jazz fixtures like Eddie Marshall, Mel Martin, Pharaoh Sanders and Mark Levine to internationally recognized blues singer Etta James, Bill Evans bassist Chuck […]
Originally from Chicago, George Cotsirilos has been a member of the San Francisco Bay Area jazz community for many years and has performed with a wide variety of artists, from San Francisco jazz fixtures like Eddie Marshall, Mel Martin, Pharaoh Sanders and Mark Levine to internationally recognized blues singer Etta James, Bill Evans bassist Chuck […]
Born in Cincinnati, Ohio into a family of professional musicians it is no surprise that Brian found himself drawn to the origin of all music: Rhythm. His father is a woodwinds specialist and his mother a vocalist and pianist. The house was filled with the sounds of his father’s constant practicing and his mother’s piano […]
Born in Cincinnati, Ohio into a family of professional musicians it is no surprise that Brian found himself drawn to the origin of all music: Rhythm. His father is a woodwinds specialist and his mother a vocalist and pianist. The house was filled with the sounds of his father’s constant practicing and his mother’s piano […]
Kai Lyons is from the Excelsior District of San Francisco and was surrounded by music and community from an early age. He completed his studies at Ruth Asawa School of the Arts in 2012 as the first to graduate from the acclaimed Classical Guitar Program, directed by Scott Cmiel. From 2012-2014, on full scholarship, Kai […]
Kai Lyons is from the Excelsior District of San Francisco and was surrounded by music and community from an early age. He completed his studies at Ruth Asawa School of the Arts in 2012 as the first to graduate from the acclaimed Classical Guitar Program, directed by Scott Cmiel. From 2012-2014, on full scholarship, Kai […]
Sylvia Cuenca Sylvia Cuenca is an active drummer on the New York jazz scene who is contributing outstanding performances in a variety of situations. She has had the honor of sharing the bandstand with saxophone legend Joe Henderson for 4 years and trumpet legend Clark Terry for 17 years. Cuenca has also performed with such […]
Sylvia Cuenca Sylvia Cuenca is an active drummer on the New York jazz scene who is contributing outstanding performances in a variety of situations. She has had the honor of sharing the bandstand with saxophone legend Joe Henderson for 4 years and trumpet legend Clark Terry for 17 years. Cuenca has also performed with such […]
Nathan crafts sensitive, visceral, warm music that insists upon the inherent goodness of all life on Earth. His compositions navigate the inner spaces between jazz, soul, gospel, and folk music; these influences are sown together to create a performance that is welcoming, joyful, and deeply felt. He released his debut solo album ‘ur gd’ in […]
Nathan crafts sensitive, visceral, warm music that insists upon the inherent goodness of all life on Earth. His compositions navigate the inner spaces between jazz, soul, gospel, and folk music; these influences are sown together to create a performance that is welcoming, joyful, and deeply felt. He released his debut solo album ‘ur gd’ in […]
John “Yung Palowan” Palowitch is among the most sought-after saxophonists on the Bay Area music scene, bringing a unique force to every stage with searing melodies and gripping rhythmic patterns, using guitar pedals to craft modern sounds. John’s band this night will feature the vocal stylings of Raphael Maartine, a rising star rapper who headlines […]
John “Yung Palowan” Palowitch is among the most sought-after saxophonists on the Bay Area music scene, bringing a unique force to every stage with searing melodies and gripping rhythmic patterns, using guitar pedals to craft modern sounds. John’s band this night will feature the vocal stylings of Raphael Maartine, a rising star rapper who headlines […]
Amelie Anna is percussionist and vocalist with the Blind Bandits and brings film and video game scores to life with her unique voice and hand drumming skills. She was also appointed Assistant Director of the Roots, Jazz and American Music Program at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM). At SFCM, she studied with artists […]
Amelie Anna is percussionist and vocalist with the Blind Bandits and brings film and video game scores to life with her unique voice and hand drumming skills. She was also appointed Assistant Director of the Roots, Jazz and American Music Program at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM). At SFCM, she studied with artists […]
RICHIE GOODS & CHIEN CHIEN – “CONNECTED” “CONNECTED” was formed in 2020. During the COVID-19 lockdown, Richie Goods and Chien Chien had frequent conversations about the Black Lives Matter movement and the unwarranted hate crimes against Asians. They decided to do a project that would unify people and invoke imagery of love and peace. As […]
RICHIE GOODS & CHIEN CHIEN – “CONNECTED” “CONNECTED” was formed in 2020. During the COVID-19 lockdown, Richie Goods and Chien Chien had frequent conversations about the Black Lives Matter movement and the unwarranted hate crimes against Asians. They decided to do a project that would unify people and invoke imagery of love and peace. As […]
2022 Latin Grammy Nominee, Sascha Jacobsen was born into a musical family, going as far back as his great, great, great, great-grandfather, who was a bassist for the Moscow Opera. His mentors have been Michael and James Finley, John Brecher, Nico Abondolo, and Dennis Trembly, as well as Wolfgang Guttler and Shinji Eshima. He completed a […]
2022 Latin Grammy Nominee, Sascha Jacobsen was born into a musical family, going as far back as his great, great, great, great-grandfather, who was a bassist for the Moscow Opera. His mentors have been Michael and James Finley, John Brecher, Nico Abondolo, and Dennis Trembly, as well as Wolfgang Guttler and Shinji Eshima. He completed a […]
San Francisco jazz singer Lori Carsillo is best known for her revelatory work interpreting the Great American Songbook with an incisive but emotionally restrained sensibility. But her muse has led her in many different directions, and on or off the bandstand music flows through her every endeavor. Since releasing the first of her four albums […]
San Francisco jazz singer Lori Carsillo is best known for her revelatory work interpreting the Great American Songbook with an incisive but emotionally restrained sensibility. But her muse has led her in many different directions, and on or off the bandstand music flows through her every endeavor. Since releasing the first of her four albums […]
San Francisco native, vocalist Loretta Gooden began her life in music as the daughter of Oddie Lee Criner, the legendary Gospel educator, pianist and vocalist. Along with her mother and sisters, Ms. Gooden toured the country for over twenty years as part of the her family gospel group, The Legendary Angelettes of San Francisco. Ms. […]
San Francisco native, vocalist Loretta Gooden began her life in music as the daughter of Oddie Lee Criner, the legendary Gospel educator, pianist and vocalist. Along with her mother and sisters, Ms. Gooden toured the country for over twenty years as part of the her family gospel group, The Legendary Angelettes of San Francisco. Ms. […]
DAVE STRYKER Whether you’ve heard guitarist Dave Stryker leading his own group (with 35 CD’s as a leader to date), or as a featured sideman with Stanley Turrentine, Jack McDuff, and many others, you know why the Village Voice calls him “one of the most distinctive guitarists to come along in recent years.” Hot House […]
DAVE STRYKER Whether you’ve heard guitarist Dave Stryker leading his own group (with 35 CD’s as a leader to date), or as a featured sideman with Stanley Turrentine, Jack McDuff, and many others, you know why the Village Voice calls him “one of the most distinctive guitarists to come along in recent years.” Hot House […]
“Something about the sound Mike DiRubbo elicits from the alto saxophone – deep, dark, immense, with a machete edge that denotes a ready-for-anything urban sensibility – immediately grabs the ear. It’s a sound familiar to the cream of New York’s hardcore jazz community since the mid-‘90’s” – writes Ted Panken Today, in an age where […]
“Something about the sound Mike DiRubbo elicits from the alto saxophone – deep, dark, immense, with a machete edge that denotes a ready-for-anything urban sensibility – immediately grabs the ear. It’s a sound familiar to the cream of New York’s hardcore jazz community since the mid-‘90’s” – writes Ted Panken Today, in an age where […]
Pianist Joe Warner is one of the Bay Area’s brightest young talents. He is Pianist and Musical Director for The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol, leads the Joe Warner Trio, and has also performed or recorded with Marcus Shelby Orchestra, Johnny Talbot, Stephanie Crawford, Mary Stallings, Steve Turre, Robert Randolph, Kenny Washington, Elena Pinderhughes, Marvin ‘Smitty’ Smith, […]
Pianist Joe Warner is one of the Bay Area’s brightest young talents. He is Pianist and Musical Director for The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol, leads the Joe Warner Trio, and has also performed or recorded with Marcus Shelby Orchestra, Johnny Talbot, Stephanie Crawford, Mary Stallings, Steve Turre, Robert Randolph, Kenny Washington, Elena Pinderhughes, Marvin ‘Smitty’ Smith, […]
Trading Fours at Tipple’s. Jam session hosted by Smith Dobson A lively jam session featuring some the Bay Area’s (and beyond) premiere players. Featuring House Band: Playing Musicians do not pay the door cover for seats at the bar/lounge. We ask musicians to open a tab and expect a $15 food and/or beverage minimum spend. […]
PATRICK WOLFF IS A SAXOPHONE AND CLARINET PLAYER WITH A LONG HISTORY IN THE JAZZ SCENES OF NEW YORK CITY AND SAN FRANCISCO. HE HAS PERFORMED OR RECORDED WITH MATT WILSON, ALBERT “TOOTIE” HEATH, GRANT STEWART, LOUIS MOHOLO-MOHOLO, DENA DEROSE, AND MANY OTHER JAZZ GREATS. SINCE MOVING TO SAN FRANCISCO IN 2009, WOLFF HAS APPEARED […]
PATRICK WOLFF IS A SAXOPHONE AND CLARINET PLAYER WITH A LONG HISTORY IN THE JAZZ SCENES OF NEW YORK CITY AND SAN FRANCISCO. HE HAS PERFORMED OR RECORDED WITH MATT WILSON, ALBERT “TOOTIE” HEATH, GRANT STEWART, LOUIS MOHOLO-MOHOLO, DENA DEROSE, AND MANY OTHER JAZZ GREATS. SINCE MOVING TO SAN FRANCISCO IN 2009, WOLFF HAS APPEARED […]
The Sebastian Parker Trio has been making music in the Bay Area for close to a decade. Influenced by the music of Thelonious Monk and Duke Ellington, the trio performs their own compositions and arrangements, as well as their own interpretations of the classics. Deeply rooted in a sense of rhythm and groove, each player […]
The Sebastian Parker Trio has been making music in the Bay Area for close to a decade. Influenced by the music of Thelonious Monk and Duke Ellington, the trio performs their own compositions and arrangements, as well as their own interpretations of the classics. Deeply rooted in a sense of rhythm and groove, each player […]
Organist Adam Klipple has toured the world with artists such as Lauryn Hill and Blood Sweat and Tears. Currently touring with the young jazz phenom Veronica Swift, Adam is proud to bring his new SF based band to Mr Tipples. The Adam Klipple organ trio plays original soulful arrangements of songs you know, from Classical music, pop, […]
Organist Adam Klipple has toured the world with artists such as Lauryn Hill and Blood Sweat and Tears. Currently touring with the young jazz phenom Veronica Swift, Adam is proud to bring his new SF based band to Mr Tipples. The Adam Klipple organ trio plays original soulful arrangements of songs you know, from Classical music, pop, […]
Music at the crossroads of beauty and groove: join us as Brooklyn-based keyboardist Bennett Paster and his trio celebrate the release of their new recording: Radiance. Keyboardist, composer and producer Bennett Paster is one of New York City's most creative and versatile musicians. He has performed at clubs, concerts and festivals in the United States, […]
Music at the crossroads of beauty and groove: join us as Brooklyn-based keyboardist Bennett Paster and his trio celebrate the release of their new recording: Radiance. Keyboardist, composer and producer Bennett Paster is one of New York City's most creative and versatile musicians. He has performed at clubs, concerts and festivals in the United States, […]
Markus Howell is a New York City based jazz saxophonist, composer and educator from Deerfield Beach, Florida. Markus is a Grammy nominated artist with the legendary Count Basie Orchestra and tours with international singer and recording artist Michael Bublé. He is an alumnus of Michigan State University with a Bachelors and Masters degree in Jazz […]
Markus Howell is a New York City based jazz saxophonist, composer and educator from Deerfield Beach, Florida. Markus is a Grammy nominated artist with the legendary Count Basie Orchestra and tours with international singer and recording artist Michael Bublé. He is an alumnus of Michigan State University with a Bachelors and Masters degree in Jazz […]
Pianist and Composer Dahveed Behroozi is a San Francisco Bay Area based musician. His focus is in jazz, classical, and new music. He is an active player both as a leader and sideman in the Bay Area, nationally and also internationally. Behroozi’s expansive musical palette comes from a wide array of places that almost seem endless. His musical frame of reference ranges from Bach, Brahms, Schoenberg, […]
Pianist and Composer Dahveed Behroozi is a San Francisco Bay Area based musician. His focus is in jazz, classical, and new music. He is an active player both as a leader and sideman in the Bay Area, nationally and also internationally. Behroozi’s expansive musical palette comes from a wide array of places that almost seem endless. His musical frame of reference ranges from Bach, Brahms, Schoenberg, […]
The Sax man from fan favorite band Th California Honeydrops brings his own trio to the Tipple’s stage.
The Sax man from fan favorite band Th California Honeydrops brings his own trio to the Tipple’s stage.
Adam Shulman has been a staple of the San Francisco Jazz scene since he moved to the city in 2002. Before the move, Adam was a student at UC Santa Cruz where he received a degree in classical performance. While at UCSC he studied jazz piano with Smith Dobson. Adam can also be seen as […]
Adam Shulman has been a staple of the San Francisco Jazz scene since he moved to the city in 2002. Before the move, Adam was a student at UC Santa Cruz where he received a degree in classical performance. While at UCSC he studied jazz piano with Smith Dobson. Adam can also be seen as […]
“The band’s hallmark is a genuine desire to keep the listener engaged. This music is packed with ideas and expresses those ideas openly. This isn’t jazz that hits you over the head, but that takes you by the hand and shows you just how wide the world can be.” Tyran Grillo – ECM Reviews “Husbands devises […]
“The band’s hallmark is a genuine desire to keep the listener engaged. This music is packed with ideas and expresses those ideas openly. This isn’t jazz that hits you over the head, but that takes you by the hand and shows you just how wide the world can be.” Tyran Grillo – ECM Reviews “Husbands devises […]
Vincent De Jesus is a multi-percussionist, drummer and teaching artist from San Antonio, Texas. With roots in Mexico and Puerto Rico, music has always been a significant part of life. Growing up, he played music with family, in church and even sang in the church choir. He also played in his school’s music programs, where […]
Vincent De Jesus is a multi-percussionist, drummer and teaching artist from San Antonio, Texas. With roots in Mexico and Puerto Rico, music has always been a significant part of life. Growing up, he played music with family, in church and even sang in the church choir. He also played in his school’s music programs, where […]
A major force in the music scene of the San Francisco Bay area for the last 40 years, saxophonist Charles Unger is a musical institution. He is known for his exuberant style and talent, and for a stage show that is unforgettable.Charles brings an undeniable sense of joy to his performances, with a smile that […]
A major force in the music scene of the San Francisco Bay area for the last 40 years, saxophonist Charles Unger is a musical institution. He is known for his exuberant style and talent, and for a stage show that is unforgettable.Charles brings an undeniable sense of joy to his performances, with a smile that […]