Madison Jazz Calendar
Your Guide to the Local Jazz Scene
42 events found.
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TICKET LINK | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atlas-maior-progressive-jazz-meets-world-music-tickets-1611515228429?aff=oddtdtcreator ONLINE TICKET SALES END 4 HOURS BEFORE SHOWTIME, TICKETS MAY ALSO BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR ARTIST WEBSITE | https://atlasmaior.com/ Atlas Maior creates original music that combines elements of Progressive Jazz, Middle Eastern, Latin American, and Indian music traditions. Band members Joshua Thomson (alto saxophone, flutes) & Josh Peters (oud, lavta) […]
$25
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3 events,
Each week I’m joined by a different guest for two sets of Jazz in the upstairs of Gib’s victorian style cocktail bar. If you’re hungry you can pair our vibe with pizza or the “Date Night” special. The Date Night special from Grampa’s Pizza next door is… 1 small plate or salad, 1 specialty pizza, […] |
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This jam happens every Thursday, outside on the terrace in nice weather and inside otherwise. A house rhythm section is usually provided. Tunes played can be anything from early jazz to classic/mid-century to modern jazz.
Free
The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band was formed in 1998 and has been named Madison’s Favorite Jazz Band by Isthmus Magazine for over 15 years . The band has opened for some of the world’s top Latin Jazz performers throughout that period including Eddie Palmieri, Poncho Sanchez, John Santos and Giovanni Hidalgo to name a […]
Free
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Discover the next level of musical excellence with the WSMA State Honors Music Project, a program nationally celebrated for nurturing young talent. This isn’t just a music program; it’s a transformative experience that can set you apart on your college applications, no matter what you plan to study. Selected students are invited to an immersive four-day […] 
Mouth-watering food, friendly service, and the romantic sounds of guitar-saxophone jazz. Quiet enough for conversation.
Free
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6 events,
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
On the first Saturday of the month, the Madison Jazz Society will be conducting a “Jump Into Jazz” workshop at Cafe Coda. The workshop will be held in Coda’s back room (behind the main performance space). These workshops are open to all ages and abilities but will be especially useful for those who play jazz […] 
Student lead jazz jam with jazz educators coaching and helping to lead the session. Free event. All are welcome to listen or join in. Sign up sheet. Come bring your friends and be ready to sit in and create some music together. All ages and abilities welcome. Bring your instruments, Bring your family and friends, […]
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Join us at Cafe CODA for an unforgettable night of jazz as Jim Piela—saxophonist, composer, and educator based in NYC—graces our stage on Sunday, November 2 at 7 PM. Known for his adventurous blend of traditional and modern jazz, Jim leads the acclaimed Jim Piela Quartet and co-leads PlanetaryPeople, a genre-mixing jazz/funk/hip-hop fusion band. Experience music from his latest […] |
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Inside Pocket is honored to be the featured artist at COPA (Community Organizations Promoting the Arts) Music Industry Night on November 3rd. Music Industry Night celebrates local talent and building connections in the Madison music scene. It happens every other Monday, from 7–10 PM at COPA. The house band kicks it off at 7 PM, […]
Free
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Free | No ticket required Noah Brooks DMA Drum Recital Noah Brooks, drums & compositions Thomas Wieland, saxophone Dan VanZeeland, piano Jeff Weiss, bass Featuring all original compositions
Free
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DOORS ONE HOUR BEFORE THE SHOW. TICKET LINK | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nick-finzer-quartet-tickets-1567186981449?aff=oddtdtcreator ONLINE TICKET SALES END 4 HOURS BEFORE SHOWTIME. TICKETS MAY ALSO BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR ARTIST WEBSITE | https://www.nickfinzermusic.com/ Hailed as a “Rising Star” in the world of jazz (DownBeat Critics Poll), Nick Finzer is making waves in the music industry with his dynamic […]
$20
Auricle New Music Series welcomes Caroline Davis’ Portals. Advance tickets are $20 for general admsision or $15 for ALL members or students with a valid ID. Advance tickets available at Brown Paper Tickets. General admission at the door is $25 for everyone. Caroline Davis’ Portals is an immersive sound experience, drawing upon the idea of mourning and ancestral communications […] |
7 events,
This jam happens every Thursday, outside on the terrace in nice weather and inside otherwise. A house rhythm section is usually provided. Tunes played can be anything from early jazz to classic/mid-century to modern jazz.
Free
The Nate France Quartet plays originals, jazz and R&B standards in the “shell” at Tempest Oyster Bar every first and third Thursday of the month from 5-7pm. Reservations encouraged. Nate France (Saxophone), Morgan Ryser (Fender Rhodes), Pat Granzen (Drums), Andy Jones (Bass).
Free
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7 events,
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. […]
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Tandem Press and the UW-Madison Mead Witter School of Music’s Jazz Studies Program are pleased to present the Tandem Press Friday Jazz Series, featuring students from the UW-Madison Mead Witter School of Music’s Jazz Studies Program under the leadership of Johannes Wallmann, the John and Carolyn Peterson Chair in Jazz Studies, along with Aruṇ Lūthrā, […]
Free
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7 events,
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
Buy Tickets Southern Spain, Africa, Ireland and the antebellum American South: what do all these regions have in common? They’re all places that gave birth to unique forms of percussive dance—dances where the dancers make sounds as well as shapes with their bodies. See and hear all these forms in action with “The Rhythm Project,” […]
$38
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
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Buy Tickets Southern Spain, Africa, Ireland and the antebellum American South: what do all these regions have in common? They’re all places that gave birth to unique forms of percussive dance—dances where the dancers make sounds as well as shapes with their bodies. See and hear all these forms in action with “The Rhythm Project,” […]
$38
Brought to you by Feestet The North Street Cabaret jazz jam is created to celebrate and explore jazz. We welcome all of it: the standards, the improvised, the free, and the tangential genres: Bossa, R&B, Funk, Folk, Rap, if you call it, we’ll try it out. This space holds a special place in our heart, […]
$10
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3 events,
Each week I’m joined by a two different guests for two sets of Jazz in the upstairs of Gib’s victorian style cocktail bar. If you’re hungry you can pair our vibe with pizza or the “Date Night” special. The Date Night special from Grampa’s Pizza next door is… 1 small plate or salad, 1 specialty […] |
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On the 2nd Wednesday of each month, the Madison Jazz Society hosts workshops for vocalists and instrumentalists, followed by an open jam. All sessions are held at COPA in Fitchburg. The schedule is as follows: 6-7pm the evening starts with 2 workshops: “New Orleans Jazz” with Darren Sterud & Jordan Cohen and “Circle Singing” with Sally […]
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Join us for an evening of straight ahead jazz and RnB with the David Stoler Quartet.
Free
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5 events,
This jam happens every Thursday, outside on the terrace in nice weather and inside otherwise. A house rhythm section is usually provided. Tunes played can be anything from early jazz to classic/mid-century to modern jazz.
Free
The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band was formed in 1998 and has been named Madison’s Favorite Jazz Band by Isthmus Magazine for over 15 years . The band has opened for some of the world’s top Latin Jazz performers throughout that period including Eddie Palmieri, Poncho Sanchez, John Santos and Giovanni Hidalgo to name a […]
Free
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Cognac-Infused jazzacana with a Crescent City Tinge. Jacoba Epstein sings Parisian ballads in impeccable French along with American jazz standards and adds soulful accordion and luscious violin. Kevin Clark sings and holds down the groove with righteous string bass. Maury Smith adds guitar and vocals and offers his original tunes to the mix. Check out […]
Free
Happy Hours presents the DOUG WHITE QUARTET for joyful and pensive musical conversations through fresh versions of classic modern jazz, including funk, rock and Latin. This show features liquid and rich flute and sax playing by Tom Gullion, smooth and solid bass by Mark Urness, fascinatingly drum rhythms by Dane Richeson, and sensitive, lively piano […]
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Founded in 2014, the Bill Roberts Combo brings a tight, nuanced, and rhythmically powerful presentation to blues-jazz unlike anything you’ve heard before. The Combo performs both as an instrumental unit, and in a full band with a vocalist and other instrumentation, allowing the Combo to shine in many different kinds of events and venues. Bill […]
Free
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7 events,
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 […]
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The Brass Knuckles Quintet and Percussion formed in 2016 by the members of a similar ensemble, Impact of Brass, which discontinued with the retirement of that group’s leader and trumpeter, Sandy LaClair. The unique formation of brass quintet and percussion allows the group to perform for a more diverse set of venues and audiences. The […]
Free
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 […]
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Jeff Weiss Sims Delaney-Potthoff Maggie Delaney-Potthoff Scott Hlavenka …… Jeff Weiss is a versatile bassist and educator based in Madison, Wisconsin. Jeff started learning bass with Rob Junceau III, building a foundation of various bass performance styles. He went on to receive a bachelor’s degree in Bass Performance from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, studying with Richard Davis, […]
Free
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3 events,
Each week I’m joined by a two different guests for two sets of Jazz in the upstairs of Gib’s victorian style cocktail bar. If you’re hungry you can pair our vibe with pizza or the “Date Night” special. The Date Night special from Grampa’s Pizza next door is… 1 small plate or salad, 1 specialty […] |
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Quartet featuring Rick Flowers on drums, Peter Dominguez on bass, and Paul Daugherty on tenor sax.
Free
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The Nate France Quartet plays originals, jazz and R&B standards in the “shell” at Tempest Oyster Bar every first and third Thursday of the month from 5-7pm. Reservations encouraged. Nate France (Saxophone), Morgan Ryser (Fender Rhodes), Pat Granzen (Drums), Andy Jones (Bass).
Free
This jam happens every Thursday, outside on the terrace in nice weather and inside otherwise. A house rhythm section is usually provided. Tunes played can be anything from early jazz to classic/mid-century to modern jazz.
Free
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Caravan is a world traveling acoustic instrumental jazz group from Madison, WI. They are primarily influenced by the legendary Gypsy Jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt. The ensemble also pulls influence from American Swing, Jazz, Latin, Parisian Waltz, European Folk and other vintage jazz sources..
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Join us in the lounge for happy hour (until 7pm), and piano-saxophone jazz. Delicious food if you’re hungry: order from the lounge menu or full dinner menu. Quiet enough for conversation. Website
Free
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4 events,
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
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 […]
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On November 22, Madison’s newest groove music super-group, Hornado, is bringing their typhoon jazz & windstorm funk to Cafe Coda. Check out this lineup of jam meteorologists! Jim Doherty – trumpet Austin Cebulske – alto saxophone Jon Hoel – Bb tenor saxophone Max Brown – trombone Chris Mosley – guitar Adam Czerepinski – bass Noah […]
$15
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3 events,
Each week I’m joined by a two different guests for two sets of Jazz in the upstairs of Gib’s victorian style cocktail bar. If you’re hungry you can pair our vibe with pizza or the “Date Night” special. The Date Night special from Grampa’s Pizza next door is… 1 small plate or salad, 1 specialty […] |
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Join us for a night of Latin Jazz, Soul and Funk covers, and Uptempo Jazz at Lucille with The Nick Moran Quartet!
Free
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3 events,
This jam happens every Thursday, outside on the terrace in nice weather and inside otherwise. A house rhythm section is usually provided. Tunes played can be anything from early jazz to classic/mid-century to modern jazz.
Free
The Tony Castañeda Latin Jazz Band was formed in 1998 and has been named Madison’s Favorite Jazz Band by Isthmus Magazine for over 15 years . The band has opened for some of the world’s top Latin Jazz performers throughout that period including Eddie Palmieri, Poncho Sanchez, John Santos and Giovanni Hidalgo to name a […]
Free
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2 events,
Mouth-watering food, friendly service, and the romantic sounds of guitar-saxophone jazz. Quiet enough for conversation.
Free
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TICKET LINK | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/scott-hlavenka-s-cream-city-hot-club-tickets-1835462550899?aff=oddtdtcreator Scott Hlavenka from Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble – Inspired by Hot Club de France, the 1930s swing jazz group, Cream City Hot Club continues the upbeat, danceable style popularized by Louis Vola, Stephane Grappelli, and Django Reinhardt. Scott Hlavenka, Milwaukee’s swing jazz preservationist, will lead the charge tonight.
$20
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4 events,
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 […]
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November 29 two shows: 3pm & 7:30pm Buy Tickets Celebrate the joy of the holidays through the Vince Guaraldi Trio’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Featuring renowned local jazz trio Mr. Chair, members of Madison Youth Choirs, and string arrangements from the WCO, experience the legendary album played in its entirety along with other Christmas classics […]
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 […]
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4 events,
Each week I’m joined by a two different guests for two sets of Jazz in the upstairs of Gib’s victorian style cocktail bar. If you’re hungry you can pair our vibe with pizza or the “Date Night” special. The Date Night special from Grampa’s Pizza next door is… 1 small plate or salad, 1 specialty […] |
3 events,
UW-Eau Claire Jazz Ensemble I’s fall tour comes to Sun Prairie. Join us at 7pm in the East PAC for this Free Concert.
Free
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5 events,
This jam happens every Thursday, outside on the terrace in nice weather and inside otherwise. A house rhythm section is usually provided. Tunes played can be anything from early jazz to classic/mid-century to modern jazz.
Free
The Nate France Quartet plays originals, jazz and R&B standards in the “shell” at Tempest Oyster Bar every first and third Thursday of the month from 5-7pm. Reservations encouraged. Nate France (Saxophone), Morgan Ryser (Fender Rhodes), Pat Granzen (Drums), Andy Jones (Bass).
Free
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5 events,
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
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 […] 
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. |
6 events,
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
On the first Saturday of the month, the Madison Jazz Society will be conducting a “Jump Into Jazz” workshop at Cafe Coda. The workshop will be held in Coda’s back room (behind the main performance space). These workshops are open to all ages and abilities but will be especially useful for those who play jazz […]
Student lead jazz jam with jazz educators coaching and helping to lead the session. Free event. All are welcome to listen or join in. Sign up sheet. Come bring your friends and be ready to sit in and create some music together. All ages and abilities welcome. Bring your instruments, Bring your family and friends, […]
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