Free Jazz Shows in SF Bay

Sat, Oct 17, 7:00 PM PDT

Janice Maxie Reid

Keys Jazz Bistro / San Francisco / Map

Tickets Get Tickets For this show Janice celebrates Black Music,Culture and Freedom! A “one-woman band”, Janice often doubles as a #keyboard and left-hand keyboard bass player which makes her a force of nature on any stage! Her soulful, angelic and daringly accurate vocal prowess, distinctive four-octave voice range and engaging stage presence captivate her audiences! Janice’s vast musical gifts and massive repertoire are always on point and leave her audiences wanting for more! Janice has performed on major #concert stages including Bourbon Street Music Club in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Saratoga Spring Performing Arts Center, Davies Symphony Hall, Concord Pavilion,#Yoshi’s and the legendary Berkeley and #Russian River Jazz #Festivals. Tickets: $40 per show First come, first served seating policy. Advanced Ticket Purchase Suggested We strongly recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the show to secure your spot in line for seating. Will-call check-in system, simply provide your last name to check in upon arrival. Take advantage of our Bar & Lounge. No Cover! Happy Hour: Wed-Sat from 5pm-6pm.

Sat, Oct 17, 10:30 PM PDT

Late Set: Simon Rowe Organ Trio

Keys Jazz Bistro / San Francisco / Map

Tickets Get Tickets Keeping folks up past 10 pm in SF is no easy feat, but Key’s owner Simon Rowe has been showcasing the best of the Bay Area’s organ trios in his late night Saturday sets. His ‘Transcendent Trio’, formed for a “Jazz on the Patio” residency during the pandemic will feature the dynamic Dave Macnab-Guitar, the ebullient Brian Fishler-drums and Rowe on Hammond organ for a set of Blues, Bebop, Ballads and Banter. Simon Rowe-organ Dave Macnab-Guitar Brian Fishler -drums Tickets: $20 per show First come, first served seating policy. Advanced Ticket Purchase Suggested We strongly recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the show to secure your spot in line for seating. Will-call check-in system, simply provide your last name to check in upon arrival. Take advantage of our Bar & Lounge. No Cover! Happy Hour: Wed-Sat from 5pm-6pm.

Sun, Oct 18, 12:00 PM PDT

Cristian Eck

Keys Jazz Bistro / San Francisco / Map

Tickets Get Tickets Guitarist Vocalist multi-instrumentalist Christian Eck providing entertainment in the direction of his mental wanderings. Genres are his toys and the audience is invited to play along. Hailing from the Chicago blues and rhythm scene expect soulful renditions of classics alongside unexpected twists. Come join us for a music and a delicious brunch at Keys Cafe! Tickets: $20 ticket (Your ticket reserves your spot, but does not include brunch) First come, first served seating policy. Advanced Ticket Purchase Suggested We strongly recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the show to secure your spot in line for seating. Will-call check-in system, simply provide your last name to check in upon arrival. Take advantage of our Bar & Lounge. No Cover! Happy Hour: Wed-Sat from 5pm-6pm.

Sat, Oct 24, 10:30 PM PDT

Late Set: Simon Rowe Organ Trio

Keys Jazz Bistro / San Francisco / Map

Tickets Get Tickets Keeping folks up past 10 pm in SF is no easy feat, but Key’s owner Simon Rowe has been showcasing the best of the Bay Area’s organ trios in his late night Saturday sets. His ‘Transcendent Trio’, formed for a “Jazz on the Patio” residency during the pandemic will feature the dynamic Dave Macnab-Guitar, the ebullient Jason Lewis-drums and Rowe on Hammond organ for a set of Blues, Bebop, Ballads and Banter. Simon Rowe-organ Dave Macnab-Guitar Jason Lewis -drums Tickets: $20 per show First come, first served seating policy. Advanced Ticket Purchase Suggested We strongly recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the show to secure your spot in line for seating. Will-call check-in system, simply provide your last name to check in upon arrival. Take advantage of our Bar & Lounge. No Cover! Happy Hour: Wed-Sat from 5pm-6pm.

Wed, Oct 28, 7:00 PM PDT

Patrick Wolff Quartet ft. Anthony Wilson

Keys Jazz Bistro / San Francisco / Map

Tickets Get Tickets Saxophonist Patrick Wolff returns to the stage with another special guest named Wilson- this time, it is LA’s guitar virtuoso Anthony Wilson. A harmonic wizard, an accomplished composer, and a highly accomplished straight-ahead swinger, Wilson has traveled the world as a member of Diana Krall’s band and as the leader of his own small and large groups. They are joined by one of the most creative bass and drum teams on the West Coast, John Wiitala and Smith Dobson, for a night of hip mainstream and bebop repertoire. Patrick Wolff- alto and tenor saxophone Anthony Wilson- guitar John Wiitala- bass Smith Dobson- drums Tickets: $30 per show First come, first serve seating policy. Advanced Ticket Purchase Suggested We strongly recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the show to secure your spot in line for seating. Will-call check-in system, simply provide your last name to check in upon arrival. Take advantage of our Bar & Lounge. No Cover! Happy Hour: Wed-Sat from 5pm-6pm.

Fri, Oct 30, 7:00 PM PDT

The Ray Obiedo Group

Keys Jazz Bistro / San Francisco / Map

Tickets Get Tickets Guitarist Ray Obiedo was born and raised in San Francisco Bay Area, At the outset of his career, Obiedo regularly shifted between Jazz and R&B, later touring or recording with a variety of artists including Herbie Hancock (1978-79 Tour), George Duke, Sheila E, Lou Rawls, Grover Washington Jr and most recently, Bob Mintzer’s R&B Big Band. Obiedo made his solo debut on Windham Hill Jazz with 1989’s Perfect Crime, followed two years later by Iguana; with 1993’s Sticks and Stones, he reached the Top Ten on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz charts. After 1995’s African-influenced “Zulaya”, he resurfaced two years later with “Sweet Summer Days”. Ray has released 5 CD’s on his own label Rhythmus Records, 2015’s “There Goes That”, “Latin Jazz Project Vol. 1” in 2017, “Carousel” in 2019, “Latin Jazz Project Vol. 2” and most recently 2024’s “Twist”. Tickets: $40 per show First come, first served seating policy. No Reservations. We strongly recommend arriving at least before 30 minutes before the show to secure your spot in line for seating. Will-call check-in system, simply provide your last name to check in upon arrival. Take advantage of our Bar & Lounge. No Cover! Happy Hour: Wed-Sat from 5pm-6pm.

Sat, Oct 31, 7:00 PM PDT

Rhonda Sauce: “The Sauce Spooktacular”

Keys Jazz Bistro / San Francisco / Map

Tickets Get Tickets Vocalist and Composer Rhonda Sauce has created a stunning new suite of songs, influenced by a deep connection to Jazz, Brazilian music and RnB. Honest and witty, the artist deals with love, loss and life’s foibles with charm, grace and humor. Funky, soulful and swinging, the band is anchored by veteran pianist Adam Klipple. This Halloween show will feature all sorts of surprises as “Billy Holiday and The Blues Brothers” take the stage. And don’t forget to come in costume to compete for a Keys prize! Tickets: $40 per show First come, first served seating policy. No Reservations. We strongly recommend arriving at least before 30 minutes before the show to secure your spot in line for seating. Will-call check-in system, simply provide your last name to check in upon arrival. Take advantage of our Bar & Lounge. No Cover! Happy Hour: Wed-Sat from 5pm-6pm.

Sat, Oct 31, 10:30 PM PDT

Late Set: Simon Rowe Organ Trio

Keys Jazz Bistro / San Francisco / Map

Tickets Get Tickets Keeping folks up past 10 pm in SF is no easy feat, but Key’s owner Simon Rowe has been showcasing the best of the Bay Area’s organ trios in his late night Saturday sets. His ‘Transcendent Trio’, formed for a “Jazz on the Patio” residency during the pandemic will feature the dynamic Kai Lyons-Guitar, the ebullient Brian Fishler-drums and Rowe on Hammond organ for a set of Blues, Bebop, Ballads and Banter. Simon Rowe-organ Kai Lyons-Guitar Brian Fishler -drums Tickets: $20 per show First come, first served seating policy. Advanced Ticket Purchase Suggested We strongly recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the show to secure your spot in line for seating. Will-call check-in system, simply provide your last name to check in upon arrival. Take advantage of our Bar & Lounge. No Cover! Happy Hour: Wed-Sat from 5pm-6pm.