• UW Jazz Orchestra

    UW Memorial Union – Rathskellar 800 Langdon St, Madison, WI

    Free in the Rathskeller

    Free
  • Gerri DiMaggio Trio

    Gerri DiMaggio Trio

    Cafe Coda 1224 Williamson St, Madison, WI

    Happy Hour at CODA presents Gerri DiMaggio Trio. Gerri’s expressive singing, warm earthiness, and emotional insight prove that she truly believes in the power of storytelling. Gerri DiMaggio’s take on jazz is as original as it is enticing. Her music is a sultry mix of Brazilian melodies along with a fresh blend of Jazz standards. […]

    Free
  • Johannes Wallmann

    UW Hamel Music Center 740 University Ave, Madison, Wi

    Purchase tickets $20 general admission Students free (ticket required) Mead Witter School of Music Faculty Artist Series Johannes Wallmann and friends celebrate the release of his quintet’s new album Not Tired, to be released on December 5.

  • Miguel Zenon & Luis Perdomo

    Arts and Literature Lab 111 S. Livingston Street, #100, Madison, WI

    Arts + Literature Laboratory welcomes back saxophonist Miguel Zenon and pianist Luis Perdomo on Friday, December 5, 2025 at 7:30pm. Advance tickets are $25.00 general admission, or $20.00 for students (with ID). Advance tickets (highly recommended!) can be purchased at Brown Paper Tickets. Tickets at the door are $30.00 for everyone. Miguel Zenón Grammy Winner and Guggenheim and MacArthur Fellow Miguel Zenón […]

  • Paul Dietrich Jazz Ensemble Winter Show

    The Bur Oak 2262 Winnebago St, Madison, WI

    Described as “an apt bandleader, an exceptional composer, and a superlative performer” (All About Jazz) and “a skilled composer” (Jazz Trail), Midwest-based composer, trumpet player, and educator Paul Dietrich has been performing his own compositions in various groups under his direction since 2012. The Paul Dietrich Jazz Ensemble, his 18-piece large jazz band, was formed […]

    $20
  • Gustavo Cortiñas Quartet

    North Street Cabaret 610 N. Street, Madison, WI

    TICKET LINK | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gustavo-cortinas-quartet-tickets-1898090362369?aff=oddtdtcreator BlueStem Jazz Presentation | Gustavo Cortiñas Drummer / Composer / Educator | “Cortiñas’ music is uplifting, robust, melodic, and gets your body moving; it’s an exciting blend of the artist’s musical influences from jazz and Latin America, including his native Mexico.”DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE “Cortiñas’ music is bluesy and deeply felt..sometimes it is […]

    $20
  • Madison Jazz Jam at UW Jazz Invitational

    UW Hamel Music Center 740 University Ave, Madison, Wi

    Madison Jazz Jam is back at the annual December “UW Jazz Invitational.” These sessions will be located in the Hamel Music Center. Come to 1 or all 4 of the 45 min. jam/workshops at 9:15AM, 10:15AM, 11:15AM & 12:15PM. Learn and experience “How to be Successful at a Jazz Jam” Open to the public. All […]

    Free
  • Cool School

    Cool School

    Cafe Coda 1224 Williamson St, Madison, WI

    Hanah Jon Taylor with the assistance of a UW jazz studies student will teach a class for middle school and high school students called “Cool School” where they will explore creative improvisation and the future of this music we have called jazz. Ages 7-13 will be the first group at 10 AM; advanced students attend […]

    Free
  • Jim Erickson

    Jim Erickson

    Louisianne’s 7464 Hubbard AVe, Middleton, WI

    Jazz piano every Saturday 5:30 – 8:30. Jim Erickson holds a master’s degree in classical piano performance and bachelors in jazz piano performance, both from the University of Wisconsin- Madison. Private teachers include Willie Pickens in Chicago and Kenny Barron in New York City. Jim’s compositions and recordings for advertising have won seven local Addys […]

    Free