2024 Bucket List
Sep 12, 2024
Los Angeles is a hotspot for jazz enthusiasts, offering an eclectic mix of events that celebrate this dynamic genre. The renowned Hollywood Bowl hosts the annual Playboy Jazz Festival, attracting top-tier talent and enthusiastic crowds for a weekend of world-class performances. Vibrant venues like the Blue Whale in Little Tokyo and the historic Catalina Jazz Club provide intimate settings for live jazz, featuring both legendary artists and emerging talents. The LACMA Jazz at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art offers free, open-air concerts, blending great music with a stunning backdrop. Additionally, events like the Central Avenue Jazz Festival pay homage to the city's rich jazz history, showcasing local and international artists across multiple stages. These events, along with many others, make Los Angeles a premier destination for jazz lovers seeking unforgettable musical experiences.
Chris Botti - October 19, 2024
Phat Cat Swinger - January 25, 2024
Jumaane Smith - February 28, 2025
Gregory Porter - December 31, 2024
Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox - The '10' Tour - August 9, 2024
Norah Jones - August 4, 2024
The Trumpet Trilogy & The Diva Jazz Orchestra - September 22, 2024
SF Jazz Collective - October 12, 2024
Big Band Holidays Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra - December 5, 2024
Essential Jazz Albums – Live Porgy And Bess & My Fair Lady - January 18, 2025
The Barclay Jazz & Beyond Orchestra: Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler — A Trip To New Orleans - March 15, 2025
Jazz At Lincoln Center New Orleans Songbook - February 1, 2025
Monty Alexander - November 16, 2024
Conrad Tao, piano - November 23, 2024
Pacific Jazz Orchestra Ivan Lin's 80th Birthday Celebration - January 17, 2025
Emmet Cohen Trio - April 5, 2025