Live Jazz in Pittsburgh
Thomas Wendt’s Jazz at the Philharmonic at Alphabet City, Northside
Nov
20
7:00 PM19:00

Thomas Wendt’s Jazz at the Philharmonic at Alphabet City, Northside

Thursday Night Jazz: Thomas Wendt’s Jazz at the Philharmonic (Norman Granz, the Jazz Jam Session & the Struggle for Equality),

Featured Musicians:

Alex Perez: trumpet; Isaac Viaars: trombone; Lynn Speakman: alto saxophone; Jonathan DiGiulian: guitar; Chantal Joseph: vocals; Alton Merrell: piano; Paul Thompson: bass; Thomas Wendt: drums

In Person - and online stream -

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Nov
21
7:00 PM19:00

Gordon Webster - PittStop Lindy Hop Swing Dance weekend - Circuit Center Ballroom

Gordon Webster (from New York) - PittStop Lindy Hop Swing Dance weekend - Circuit Center Ballroom

$25 at the door. (Students $20 with id)

Pianist Gordon Webster from New York is one of the most sought-after musicians in the Swing and Lindy Hop world.

Dance 8-11:30pm (Free Lesson at 7pm)

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Nov
29
7:30 PM19:30

Suite Life - A Celebration of Billy Strayhorn & Gene Kelly - Kelly Strayhorn Theater, E Liberty

Suite Life - A Celebration of Billy Strayhorn & Gene Kelly - Kelly Strayhorn Theater, E Liberty

Suite Life, KST’s annual family holiday tradition, celebrates our namesakes and Pittsburgh legends Billy Strayhorn and Gene Kelly.

Featuring Hugo Cruz - Musical Director and Percussion; JD Chaisson — Trumpet; Frank Cohen - trombone; Craig Davis - piano; Chantal Joseph - vocals; Noel Quintana - percussion; Brian Stahurski - bass; Mike Tomaro - sax;

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Dec
3
1:00 PM13:00

The Forgotten History of Pittsburgh Jazz with Tom Roberts - in person - Mt Lebanon Public Library

The Forgotten History of Pittsburgh Jazz; Location: Mt. Lebanon Public Library, Meeting Rm. A;

Featuring pianist Tom Roberts - IN PERSON

World renowned pianist Tom Roberts presents the early jazz musicians of Pittsburgh through recordings, images, and research.

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Dec
4
7:00 PM19:00

Patrick Breiner Trio’s New Compositions (Inspired by Henry Threadgill) Thursday Night Jazz - Alphabet City, Northside

Patrick Breiner Trio’s New Compositions (Inspired by Henry Threadgill) Thursday Night Jazz - Alphabet City, Northside

Patrick Breiner: compositions, saxophone, clarinet, bass clarinet, melodica; Antonio Croes: Keyboard, piano, melodica; Mark Micchelli: grand piano, melodica

In Person - and online stream -

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Dec
17
7:30 PM19:30

Classic Holiday at the Original Pittsburgh Winery, Strip District - Hosted by Chantal Joseph

Classic Holiday at the Original Pittsburgh Winery, Strip District - Hosted by Chantal Joseph

CLASSIC HOLIDAY is the final show in the music series collaboration between the Equity | Impact Center’s SCALE Fellowship program and The Original Pittsburgh Winery.

Featuring performances by SCALE Fellowship alumni, Lailonny Morris, Dejah Monae, and Anyah Nancy, and hosted by Chantal Joseph

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Dec
18
7:00 PM19:00

Trombone Centric with Reggie Watkins and Emmett Goods - Jazz - Con Alma, Downtown

Trombonists Reggie Watkins and Dr. Emmett Goods present the works of jazz trombone greats J.J. Johnson, Curtis Fuller, Slide Hampton, Jimmy Knepper and others. 

Reggie Watkins - trombone; Emmett Goods - trombone; Alton Merrell - piano; Paul Thompson - bass;; David Throckmorton - drums 

Reservations at the website or call 412-363-5316

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Dec
20
7:00 PM19:00

JazzMania Live Holiday Jazz Party at the Elks Lodge, North Shore

JazzMania Live Holiday Jazz Party at the Elks Lodge, North Shore

Vocalists: C.Payne, Les Howard, Susan Leslie, and Denise Mitchel;

Musicians: Arthur Crivella (Drums), Lester Harper (Bass), Dan Foley (Piano), Hilary Borneo (Steel Drums), Jon Rigatti (Guitar), Kaitlyn Van Vleet (Sax), Raynard Ford (Sax/Flute), and Rick Nowlin (Sax/Flute),

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Dec
26
7:00 PM19:00

Ben Opie and Opek - Kingfly Spirits, Strip District

Ben Opie and Opek - Kingfly Spirits, Strip District

Led by Ben Opie, OPEK is a reduced sized big band that features some of Pittsburgh's most vibrant and exciting creative musicians.

Performers Include:

Ben Opie: alto saxophone, clarinet, Theremin; Erik Lawrence: tenor saxophone; Rick Matt: baritone saxophone; Joe Badaczewski: trumpet; Ian Gordon: trumpet; Reggie Watkins: trombone; John Purse: guitar; Paul Thompson: bass; David Throckmorton: drums; George C. Jones: congas, percussion

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Dec
31
to Jan 1

Paul Cosentino's Boilermaker Jazz Band for New Year's Eve - Con Alma, Downtown

Paul Cosentino's Boilermaker Jazz Band for New Year's Eve - Con Alma, Downtown

Continuing a NYE Celebration Tradition at Con Alma with authentic swing era group Paul Cosentino’s Boilermakers.

Join us for a fantastic night of celebration with great food, drinks and jazz.

Reservations at the website or call 412-363-5316

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