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January 2006 Live Jazz in Los Angeles Print E-mail
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Saturday, 31 December 2005
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  • Sunday, January 1 Eishun Fukui, 11:00 AM, Spazio, 14755 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, 91403, Map this location!, (818) 728-8400, Live jazz nightly! , Monday-Friday: , Lunch 11:30am, 2:30pm , Dinner 5:00pm, midnight, Saturday & Sunday:, Brunch 11:30am, 3:30pm , Dinner 5:30pm, midnight, Reservations recommended.
  • Sunday, January 1 Barrett/Wilkins Duo, 11:00 AM, PJ's Abbey, 182 S. Orange St. Orange, 92866, Map this location!, (714) 771-8556
  • Sunday, January 1 Hugh von Kleist Ensemble, 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM, Gaucho Grill, 210 West Birch St. Brea, 92821, Map this location!, (714) 990-9140
  • Sunday, January 1 Jesse Bradley, Sunday Brunch in the Patio, 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM, Holly Street Bar & Grill, 175 E. Holly St. Pasadena, 91103, Map this location!, (626) 440-1421, Jesse Bradley, Guitar, No cover
  • Sunday, January 1 Tom Morey Quartet, Sunday Brunch, 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM, Salt Creek Grille, 32802 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, 92629, Map this location!, (949) 661-7799, Join family and friends at Salt Creek Grille to enjoy a spectacular Sunday Jazz Brunch including an Omelet & Pasta Station, Carving Station, Fresh Seafood, Traditional Brunch Favorites, Garden Fresh Salads, Gourmet Breads & Bagels , Special Desserts and Unlimited Champagne...Plus More!! $28.95 for adults& $12.95 for kids 12 and under. 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
  • Sunday, January 1 NEW YEARS WEEKEND CRUISE, 12:00 PM, Royal Carribbean's "Monarch of the Seas", Departing from the Port of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, 1-877-8TRAVEL, Featuring Grammy Award Winning Smooth Jazz Vocalist & Songwriter PHIL PERRY, Special Guests- PHIL PERRY, Ray Fuller, Musical Director/Jazz Artist/Guitarist , Charles Bibbs, world renown artist, DJ Jonathan Phillips, 94.7/WAVE host Garden of Eden, Lill Perry, The Phil Perry New Years Weekend Cruise is a fundraiser to benefit the ongoing literacy programs of The PhiLill Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, dedicated to Education thru Entertainment (EduTainment) and the Arts. Departing from the Port of Los Angeles. New Year Eve DAY, Port in Ensenada, Mexico. Returning to the Port of Los Angeles. Admission or Cover Charge: Call for information
  • Sunday, January 1 Valley Jazz Club Meets:, Jimmy McConnel United Jazz Quintet, 1:00, 5:00 PM, Valley Jazz Club, Elk's Club, 20917 Osborne St, 1 block southwest of DeSoto and Nordhoof, Canoga Park, (818) 625-7794, Jams start at 1:00PM; Quintet starts at 3:00. Dr. Jimmy McConnell-trumpet, Howard Kurham--drums, Jon Stanger-reeds, Donnell Lambart-bass, and Michael Saul-piano, Admission or Cover Charge: Members-$6.00;Non-members-$9.00;, Spacious hall with a night club setting, with no host bar and lunch, at reasonable prices. OK for children--under 12 are free. Jammers are free. Spacious hall with a night club setting, with no host bar and lunch, at reasonable prices. OK for children--under 12 are free. Jammers are free.
  • Sunday, January 1 Blues Party:, Big Harmonica Bob, 4:00, 8:00 PM, Martini Blues, 5874 Edinger Ave. Huntington Beach, 92649, Map this location!, (888) 242-5837, No Cover
  • Sunday, January 1 Joel Scott and Whitey Mitchell, 5:00, 10:30 PM, Sullivan's Steakhouse, 73-505 El Paseo Ste 2600, Palm Desert, 92260, (760) 341-3560
  • Sunday, January 1 Jazz at Mount Olive:, Susan Sinner and the Josh Nelson Trio, 5:00, 6:30 PM, Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 1343 Ocean Park Blvd. Santa Monica, 90405, Map this location!, (310) 452-1116, Susan Sinner, Vocals, Josh Nelson, Piano with trio, Bring in the New Year with the lovely & sultry jazz vocalist Susan Sinner, Backed by the incredibly talented Josh Nelson Trio, Free to the public
  • Sunday, January 1 Jaime Findlay Trio, 6:00, 9:00 PM, Salt Creek Grille, 32802 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, 92629, Map this location!, (949) 661-7799
  • Sunday, January 1 Latin Quater, 6:00, 10:00 PM, Bistangos Restaurant, 19100 Von Karman Ave. Irvine, 92612, (949) 752-5222, Chris Mello, Guitar, Jeff Raigosa, Bass, Ron Robbins, Flute, Sax, Trumpet, Vocals, Latin and Brazilian Jazz
  • Sunday, January 1 Vera Kennedy and the Sunset Jazz Band, 6:00, 10:00 PM, Arbors Restaurant, 6060 Warner Ave. Huntington Beach, 92647, Map this location!, (714) 235-1935, Don Chatfield keyboard, Don Gustafson trombone, Denny Dennis drums, Harry Smith bass, Vera Kennedy vocals, Chris Robinson vocals, No Cover, band plays jazz standards, dance floor
  • Sunday, January 1 Cool Down Latin Jazz Sundays, Bobby Matos, 7:00, 11:00 PM, Mama Juana's, 3707 Cahuenga Boulevard, Studio City, 91604, Map this location!, (818) 505-8636, Come join us for an unforgetable night of exquisite food, passionate and expressive dancing, and sprited music at an upscale Lounge. $10 Cover or dinner reservations.
  • Sunday, January 1 Karoly Kiss Trio @ The Palmer Room, 7:00, 11:00 PM, The Palmer Room, 3387 Motor Avenue, Los Angeles, 90034, Map this location!, (310) 559-4725
  • Sunday, January 1 Sunday Evening Jazz:, Artists TBA, 7:00, 10:00 PM, Phlight, Restaurant & Wine Bar, 6724 Bright Avenue, Whittier, CA 90601, Uptown Whittier, Whittier, 90601, 562.789.0578, Live Jazz every Sunday evening from 7 pm to 10 pm, No cover charge, Lunch (Tue, Fri) 11:30 am, 2:30 pm, Dinner (Tue, Wed & Sun) 5 pm, 10 pm, (Thu, Fri, & Sat) 5 pm, midnight, A unique restaurant in the Whittier area with an open bar and an open kitchen. The environment is excellent. Extremely friendly atmosphere; food is a fusion of Pacific Rim and the Spain. Wines are out of this world. Check our website for upcoming events.
  • Sunday, January 1 Steve Carr Quartet, 7:30 PM, Spazio, 14755 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, 91403, Map this location!, (818) 728-8400, Live jazz nightly! , Monday-Friday: , Lunch 11:30am, 2:30pm , Dinner 5:00pm, midnight, Saturday & Sunday:, Brunch 11:30am, 3:30pm , Dinner 5:30pm, midnight, Reservations recommended.
  • Sunday, January 1 John Heard Trio, 8:00 PM, Charlie O's, 13725 Victory Blvd. Van Nuys, 91401, Map this location!, (818) 994-3058, John Heard, Bass, Theo Saunders, Piano, Lorca Hart, Drums, Live jazz seven nights a week. 8:00 P.M. Midnight.
  • Sunday, January 1 Steamers Jazz Jam w/Mark Gusek Trio, 8:00 PM, Steamers Jazz Club and Cafe, 138 W. Commonwealth, Fullerton, 92832, Map this location!, (714) 871-8800, Dinner served late nightly. Reservations highly recommended.
  • Sunday, January 1 Brian O'Rourke, Call for Event times, Miceli's, 1646 N. Las Palmas, Hollywood, 90028, Map this location!, (323) 466-3438
  • Sunday, January 1 Buddy Worth & Friends, Call for Event times, Mr. B, 1333 Hollywood Way, Burbank, 91505, Map this location!, (818) 438-5299
  • Monday, January 2 NEW YEARS WEEKEND CRUISE, 12:00 PM, Royal Carribbean's "Monarch of the Seas", Departing from the Port of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, 1-877-8TRAVEL, Featuring Grammy Award Winning Smooth Jazz Vocalist & Songwriter PHIL PERRY, Special Guests- PHIL PERRY, Ray Fuller, Musical Director/Jazz Artist/Guitarist , Charles Bibbs, world renown artist, DJ Jonathan Phillips, 94.7/WAVE host Garden of Eden, Lill Perry, The Phil Perry New Years Weekend Cruise is a fundraiser to benefit the ongoing literacy programs of The PhiLill Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, dedicated to Education thru Entertainment (EduTainment) and the Arts. Departing from the Port of Los Angeles. New Year Eve DAY, Port in Ensenada, Mexico. Returning to the Port of Los Angeles. Admission or Cover Charge: Call for information
  • Monday, January 2 Larry Flahive and Jeff Stover, 5:00, 10:30 PM, Sullivan's Steakhouse, 73-505 El Paseo Ste 2600, Palm Desert, 92260, (760) 341-3560
  • Monday, January 2 Curtis Brengle, 6:00 PM, Bayside Restaurant, 900 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, 92660, Map this location!, (949) 721-1222
  • Monday, January 2 Phillip Peace Williams, 6:00, 9:00 PM, San Gennaro, 9543 Culver Blvd. downtown Culver City, Culver City, (310) 836-0400, No cover charge, Italian restaurant, excellent food, full bar
  • Monday, January 2 Mike McKenna, 6:30, 10:30 PM, Bistangos Restaurant, 19100 Von Karman Ave. Irvine, 92612, (949) 752-5222
  • Monday, January 2 Ino Alvarez y su Descarga Cubana, 7:30 PM, Spazio, 14755 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, 91403, Map this location!, (818) 728-8400, Live jazz nightly! , Monday-Friday: , Lunch 11:30am, 2:30pm , Dinner 5:00pm, midnight, Saturday & Sunday:, Brunch 11:30am, 3:30pm , Dinner 5:30pm, midnight, Reservations recommended.
  • Monday, January 2 "Jazz at The Lincoln", Aaron West Jazz Quartet, 7:30, 10:30 PM, The Lincoln, 2460 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, 310-828-3304, FREE
  • Monday, January 2 Big Noyz Big Band, 8:00 PM, Steamers Jazz Club and Cafe, 138 W. Commonwealth, Fullerton, 92832, Map this location!, (714) 871-8800, Dinner served late nightly. Reservations highly recommended.
  • Monday, January 2 Pat Tuzzolino Quartet, 8:00 PM, Charlie O's, 13725 Victory Blvd. Van Nuys, 91401, Map this location!, (818) 994-3058, Pat Tuzzolino, Piano, Billy Paul, Drums, Sam Most, Sax & Flute, Ray Armando, Congas, Live jazz seven nights a week. 8:00 P.M. Midnight.
  • Monday, January 2 Cross Hart Jazz Experience, 8:00, 11:00 PM, Wyndham Bel Age Hotel/1020 Club, 1020 N. San Vicente, West Hollywood, 90069, Map this location!, (310) 854-1111, Ryan Cross, bass, Lorca Hart, drums, Josh Nelson, piano, James Love, vocalist
  • Monday, January 2 Simi Valley Jazz Jam, 8:00 PM, The Harmony Sweet, 5710 E. Los Angeles Ave. Simi Valley, SIGN-UP @ 7:30 PM. IST SET KICKS OFF @ 8PM WITH "BACK IN THE DAY" PLAYING FOR APPROXIMATELY 40 MINUTES. OPEN JAM THEN STARTS @ 9PM UNTIL MIDNIGHT, ALL INSTRUMENTALISTS WELCOME & SINGERS, TOO--BUT IT MUST BE JAZZ! , BEHIND THE CARL'S RESTAURANT AT THE CORNER OF YOSEMITE & LOS ANGELES AVE. DIRECTIONS: TAKE THE 118 WEST INTO SIMI VALLEY, EXIT @ YOSEMITE DRIVE, GO LEFT (OR SOUTH) TO LOS ANGELES AVE.--BEHIND CARL'S IN THE SHOPPING CENTER. ANY FURTHER INFO. NEEDED, CALL MARK (818) 599-0682 (CELL) OR BOB (805) 527-5101
  • Monday, January 2 Makeout Mondays @ Cheebo:, Kym Hoy Trio, 8:00, 11:00 PM, Cheeb-O, 7533 W. Sunset Boulevard,, Los Angeles, 90046, 323.850.7070, Kim Hoy, Vocals, Gary Melvin, Guitar, Robin Everhart, Bass, No cover charge, High above the diners heads, the Kim Hoy Trio's sultry swinging sounds create a vivid backdrop to compliment Cheebo's colorful canvas, in a fresh young twist of Orange. Coined 'makeout mondays,' Cheebo's patrons are encouraged to , ing someone special for an intimite evening of wine, dine, recline.
  • Monday, January 2 Alex Rebar, 8:30 PM, Money Tree, 10149 Riverside Dr. Toluca Lake, 91602, Map this location!, (818) 752-8383, Blues and Jazz Quartet. Players always welcome to sit in. It's a Hollywood crowd hangout and studio musicians wander around either playing or talking about gigs. A monday night Hollywood crowd hang out.
  • Monday, January 2 The Kevin Kanner Quintet, 9:00 PM, The Mint, 6010 West Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, 90035, (323) 954-9400, A weekly mixture of live jazz, funk, soul, & hip hop, Kevin Kanner-Drums, Am, ose Akinmusire-Trumpet, Tim Green- Alto Saxophone, Gerald Clayton- Piano, Harish Raghavan- Bass, Free live Jazz and great food at the Mint on Mondays!!!, 2 for 1 drink specials before 10 pm, No Cover
  • Monday, January 2 Phil Palermo, Call for Event times, Miceli's, 1646 N. Las Palmas, Hollywood, 90028, Map this location!, (323) 466-3438
  • Monday, January 2 Ted Yamada, Call for Event times, Dinnerhouse M, 1263 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, 90026, Map this location!, (213) 482-3828
  • Tuesday, January 3 Joe Lettieri and Dan Flahive, 5:00, 10:30 PM, Sullivan's Steakhouse, 73-505 El Paseo Ste 2600, Palm Desert, 92260, (760) 341-3560
  • Tuesday, January 3 Tom Garvin/Trey Henry Duo, 6:30 PM, Vi, ato, 2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Los Angeles, 90077, (310) 474-9400
  • Tuesday, January 3 Aroma Bondo Therapy, with Paul Carman, Barnaby Finch and Marshall Hawkins, 6:30, 9:30 PM, Cafe Aroma, 54750 North Circle, Idyllwild, 92549, Map this location!, (951) 659-5212
  • Tuesday, January 3 Jimmy Hewitt, 6:30 PM, Bayside Restaurant, 900 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, 92660, Map this location!, (949) 721-1222, Contemporary solo guitarist.
  • Tuesday, January 3 Mike McKenna, 6:30, 10:30 PM, Bistangos Restaurant, 19100 Von Karman Ave. Irvine, 92612, (949) 752-5222
  • Tuesday, January 3 Straight Ahead Tuesdays:, John Harrington, 6:30, 10:00 PM, Landmark Steakhouse, 3520 E. Coast Hwy. valet parking available, Corona Del Mar, 92625, (949) 675-5566, No cover charge, The Landmark is an intimate setting providing fine dinning, a full bar, outdoor patio, and jazz and blues. Located in beautiful Corona Del Mar the Landmark is quickly becoming south county's hot spot for food and music.
  • Tuesday, January 3 Hart and Soul, Jennifer Hart and Llew Matthews, 7:00, 11:00 PM, Brussles Bistro, 222 Forest Avenue, Laguna Beach, 92651, Map this location!, (949) 376-7955, No Cover, Jennifer Hart & Llew Matthews on vocals and piano
  • Tuesday, January 3 LA Jazz Masters Series:, Al Viola Trio, 7:00, 11:00 PM, Four Points Sheraton LAX, 9750 Airport Blvd. Los Angeles, 90045, Map this location!, (310) 649-7024, Al Viola, guitar, Sam Most, flute/wodwinds/vocals, Richard Simon, bass, No cover/no minimum/parking validated, Laid back listening venue in relaxing atmosphere. American cuisine with latin influence. Beer bar.
  • Tuesday, January 3 Tony DiGiovanni's Instrumental Jazz Jam:, Tony DiGiovanni Trio, 7:00, 10:00 PM, Vintage Cafe and Bistro, 2032 N. Lincoln Ave. Pasadena, 91103, Map this location!, (626) 296-3320, Free to the public, We are doing this to promote and keep jazz alive. Come on down and enjoy the friendliest jazz jam in town. No cover/No Minimum, but we continue to offer weekly specials on the 'Keep Jazz Alive' menu.
  • Tuesday, January 3 John Pisano's Guitar Night with John Chiodini, 7:30 PM, Spazio, 14755 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, 91403, Map this location!, (818) 728-8400, Live jazz nightly! , Monday-Friday: , Lunch 11:30am, 2:30pm , Dinner 5:00pm, midnight, Saturday & Sunday:, Brunch 11:30am, 3:30pm , Dinner 5:30pm, midnight, Reservations recommended.
  • Tuesday, January 3 Charlie O's Birthday Party, 8:00 PM, Charlie O's, 13725 Victory Blvd. Van Nuys, 91401, Map this location!, (818) 994-3058, Plas Johnson, Sax, John Heard, Bass, Roy McCurdy, Drums, Larry Fuller, Piano, Live jazz seven nights a week. 8:00 P.M. Midnight.
  • Tuesday, January 3 The Ron Kobayashi Trio with Special Guest, 8:00 PM, Steamers Jazz Club and Cafe, 138 W. Commonwealth, Fullerton, 92832, Map this location!, (714) 871-8800, Dinner served late nightly. Reservations highly recommended.
  • Tuesday, January 3 Vocalist Roger Cairnes Jazz Standards Combo, 8:00 PM, Jazz Bakery, 3233 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, 90034, Map this location!, (310) 271-9039, Shows at 8:00 pm and 9:30 pm. Gary Fukushima, Piano, Matt Otto, Tenor Sax, Ryan McGillicuddy, Double Bass, Brian McLaughlin, Drums, "A Scot in L.A.", Jazz Standards Vocalist, Singing new arrangements of lesser known jazz standards and more. Admission or Cover Charge: $20.00 (half price for students)
  • Tuesday, January 3 Jam Session hosted by Brian Swartz & the New Quintet Featuring Matt Otto on tenor sax, 8:30 PM, 12:00 AM, Club 1160, Downstairs at the Ramada Inn, 1160 N. Vermont, Between Sunset and Santa Monica Blvds. Street and validated lot parking available. Hollywood, ca, (323) 315-1845, Brian Swartz, Trumpet, Matt Otto, Tenor Sax, Brian Friedland, Piano, Nick Rosen, Bass, Jens Kuross, Drums, The house band usually plays a set before we open things up for others to sit in. All instrumentalists and vocalists welcome!, Admission or Cover Charge: There is a $5 cover charge but other no minimum. This is a warm, intimate venue with it's own sound system and piano. Bring your axe and play some standards or just hang and play some chess.
  • Tuesday, January 3 Jazz Jam with Tom McMoran, 8:30, 11:00 PM, Something's Fishy, 21812 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, 818-884-3880, With Tom McMoran on Piano
  • Tuesday, January 3 Descarga con Timba, Sono Lux, 9:00 PM, King King, 6555 Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood, 90028, Map this location!, (323) 960-5765, Willie McNiel (drums), Joey de Leon (percussion), among others. $5 before 11, $7 after, Dance Lessons 9, 10pm. Voted "Best Dancing" Los Angeles Magazine 2004.
  • Tuesday, January 3 Mickey Champion, 9:00 PM, Little Pedro's, 901 E. 1st St, Los Angeles, 90012, Map this location!, (213) 300-5523, Admission: Free, Free fried chicken and corn, ead served at 11PM.
  • Tuesday, January 3 Jazz Jam in Arcadia, 9:30 PM, The First Cabin, 46 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, 626-446-2575, 9:30pm, 1am, Directions from the Valley: Take the 210 East to the Santa Anita Avenue Exit (just past Pasadena). Go right onto Santa Anita Avenue. Go Left onto Huntington Drive. The First Cabin is on the right.
  • Tuesday, January 3 Little Tokyo Jazz Jam, 9:30 PM, 2nd Street Jazz, 366 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, 90012, Map this location!, (213) 680-0047, Any instruments & vocalists are welcome!, A couple doors west of Central…south side of street. , 9:30pm, 1am, Jinshi Ozaki (Gt), David Dimateo (bass), Ronnie V (drms)
  • Tuesday, January 3 Whistling Willie, Keith Johnson, Bruce Buckingam, Brad Rabuchin, Richard Fultineer, Call for Event times, La Ve Lee, 12514 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, 91604, (818) 980-8158, Jazz
  • Tuesday, January 3 Ark Sano, Call for Event times, Dinnerhouse M, 1263 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, 213-482-3828
  • Tuesday, January 3 Ross Tompkins, Call for Event times, Miceli's, 1646 N. Las Palmas, Hollywood, 90028, Map this location!, (323) 466-3438
  • Tuesday, January 3 Trio Gonzalo, Call for Event times, Mr. B, 1333 Hollywood Way, Burbank, 91505, Map this location!, (818) 438-5299, Gypsy Jazz
  • Wednesday, January 4 Joel Scott and Don Rice, 5:00, 10:30 PM, Sullivan's Steakhouse, 73-505 El Paseo Ste 2600, Palm Desert, 92260, (760) 341-3560
  • Wednesday, January 4 April Spain, 6:00, 10:00 PM, Cedar Creek Inn, Laguna Beach, 384 Forest Ave. Laguna Beach, 92651, Map this location!, A Local Favorite in Laguna Beach, its moderate dining cost and cozy atmosphere draw a loyal crowd. There's even patio dining.
  • Wednesday, January 4 Chuck Johnson Quintet, 6:00, 10:00 PM, Westin Hotel LAX, Lobby Court, 5400 Century Blvd. Los Angeles, 90045, (310) 216-5858 x7225, Chuck Johnson (S) James "Smitty" Smith (T) Al Daniels (P) Wendell Williamas (B) Anthony Davis (D), No cover, $15.00 minimum (food or beverage), validated parking.
  • Wednesday, January 4 Julie Kelly with Stu Elster Trio, 6:00, 10:00 PM, Casa del Mar, Hotel by the Sea, 1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, 90405, (310) 581-5533, Julie Kelly, vocals, Stu Elster, piano, Luther Hughes, bass, Lee Spath, drums, No cover charge, Elegant hotel with ocean view.
  • Wednesday, January 4 Biff Hannon/Pat Senatore Duo, 6:30 PM, Vi, ato, 2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Los Angeles, 90077, (310) 474-9400
  • Wednesday, January 4 Jimmy Hewitt, 6:30 PM, Bayside Restaurant, 900 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, 92660, Map this location!, (949) 721-1222, Contemporary solo guitarist.
  • Wednesday, January 4 "The Flute & Voice of Libbie Jo":, Libbie Jo Snyder, Flute & Voice, 6:30, 10:15 PM, Maggiano's Little Italy, 189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, 90036, Map this location!, (323) 965-9665, 6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. Llew Matthews, Piano, Tony, Dumas Bass, Cool Jazz. "Excellent Flutist! Fantastic Singer!" Paul Horn; "The lady really cooks!" JazzNow.com; "Her CD is excellent! Really nice vocals. I love it! Where is my tuxedo and martini?" CD Baby. No cover charge
  • Wednesday, January 4 Dave Koonse, Putter Smith, V.R. Smith, Stacy Rowles, 7:00 PM, Cafe Beaujolais, 1712 Colorado Blvd. Eagle Rock, 90041, Map this location!, (323) 255-5111
  • Wednesday, January 4 Elaine Miles, 7:00, 11:00 PM, Brussles Bistro, 222 Forest Avenue, Laguna Beach, 92651, Map this location!, (949) 376-7955, 4 sets, beginning at 7pm, ending at 11pm. Elaine Miles ~ vocals, Elaine Miles & band,Miles Away,is heard all over SoCal.She's consistently accompanied by the finest instrumentalists,& her style & ability has made Miles Away the ultimate in foreground jazz music. No cover charge
  • Wednesday, January 4 Grumpy Old Men Trio, 7:00, 10:00 PM, Salt Creek Grille, 32802 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, 92629, Map this location!, (949) 661-7799, Keyboardist Eddie Am, ose, saxophonist Jim Gordon and drummer Cal Haines do their regular gig.
  • Wednesday, January 4 Live Jazz at Brits, Roger Carins, 7:00, 9:30 PM, Brits Restaurant and Pub, 1770 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, 91106, Map this location!, (626) 578-1301, Gary Fukushima, Piano, Javier Vergara, Tenor Sax, Noah Harmon, Double Bass, Brian McGlaughlin, Drums
  • Wednesday, January 4 Mike Kelson's Duo, 7:00, 11:00 PM, Bistangos Restaurant, 19100 Von Karman Ave. Irvine, 92612, Map this location!, (949) 752-5222, Guitar and Piano
  • Wednesday, January 4 Med Flory Quartet, 7:30 PM, Spazio, 14755 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, 91403, Map this location!, (818) 728-8400, Live jazz nightly! , Monday-Friday: , Lunch 11:30am, 2:30pm , Dinner 5:00pm, midnight, Saturday & Sunday:, Brunch 11:30am, 3:30pm , Dinner 5:30pm, midnight, Reservations recommended.
  • Wednesday, January 4 CathyAnn Laurie Quartet, 7:30, 10:30 PM, Ami Beaucoup: French Riverboat Restaurant and Martini Lounge, 151 East Pacific Coast Highway, Located just North of Fashion Island by the , idge in the water. Newport Beach, 92660, (949) 673-3425, CathyAnn Laurie, Bass/vocals, Jimmy Tran, Drums, Jason Hayashi, Piano, Colin Devane, Trumpet, CathyAnn Laurie is a So.Cal. local talent,known for her jazz & Hawaiian vocals, and a pleasure as a straight-ahead upright bassist. No cover charge, Upscale French riverboat restaurant, nice atmosphere, great water views, and dance floor.
  • Wednesday, January 4 Jazz Jam featuring Josh Balbien on guitar, 7:30, 10:00 PM, Synergy Cafe and Lounge, 4455 Overland Ave. (Btwn. Culver & Jefferson), Culver City, (310) 559-8868, Josh Balbien on guitar...and a motley of who's who in the local Jazz scene...
  • Wednesday, January 4 The David Eastlee Quintet Featuring Sam Most, 7:30 PM, Mr. B, 1333 Hollywood Way, Burbank, 91505, Map this location!, (818) 438-5299
  • Wednesday, January 4 Joe LaBarbera Quintet, 8:00 PM, Charlie O's, 13725 Victory Blvd. Van Nuys, 91401, Map this location!, (818) 994-3058, Joe LaBarbera, Drums, Bill Cunliff, Piano, Bob Sheppard, Sax, Josh Aguiar, Trumpet, Edwin Livingston, Bass, Live jazz seven nights a week. 8:00 P.M. Midnight.
  • Wednesday, January 4 Kamasi Washington & The Next Step, 8:00 PM, Jazz Bakery, 3233 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, 90034, Map this location!, (310) 271-9039, $20
  • Wednesday, January 4 Kamasi Washington and the Next Step, 8:00 PM, Jazz Bakery, 3233 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, 90034, Map this location!, (310) 271-9039
  • Wednesday, January 4 The Kristin Korb Trio, 8:00 PM, Steamers Jazz Club and Cafe, 138 W. Commonwealth, Fullerton, 92832, Map this location!, (714) 871-8800, Dinner served late nightly. Reservations highly recommended.
  • Wednesday, January 4 Cathy Segal-Garcia's Jazz Jam, 8:00 PM, Sportsmen's Lodge, 12833 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, 91604, Map this location!, (818) 755-5000, Eddie Olivieri, keyboard...Bill Marcus, bass...Jack Le Compte, drums...varying other instrumentalists, Cathy Segal-garcia, vocals...varying other vocalists.
  • Wednesday, January 4 Chris Walden Big Band, 8:30 PM, Catalina Bar & Grill, 6725 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028, Map this location!, (323) 466-2210, The club is open Tuesday thru Sunday from 7pm, 1am. Tues-Sat Shows 8:30pm & 10:30pm. Sunday Shows 7:30pm & 9:30pm. Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am, 3pm.
  • Wednesday, January 4 James Baker Band, Call for Event times, La Ve Lee, 12514 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, 91604, (818) 980-8158, James Baker, Hans Zermehlen, Jorgen Carlsson, w/special guest, Jazz rock
  • Wednesday, January 4 Cal Bezemer, Call for Event times, Miceli's, 1646 N. Las Palmas, Hollywood, 90028, Map this location!, (323) 466-3438
  • Wednesday, January 4 Crown City Dixieland Band, Call for Event times, 535 S. Lake Ave. Pasadena, (626) 792-6634
  • Wednesday, January 4 Jeff Goldblum & the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, Call for Event times, Level One, 6311 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, 90048, Map this location!, (323) 655-4444
  • Wednesday, January 4 Jim Hughart Trio, Call for Event times, Dinnerhouse M, 1263 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, 90026, Map this location!, (213) 482-3828
  • Wednesday, January 4 Todd Oliver Quartet, Call for Event times, La Cave, 1695 Irvine Ave, Costa Mesa, 92627, Map this location!, (949) 646-7944
  • Thursday, January 5 Joe Lettieri, Dan Flahive and Gene Stone, 5:00, 10:30 PM, Sullivan's Steakhouse, 73-505 El Paseo Ste 2600, Palm Desert, 92260, (760) 341-3560
  • Thursday, January 5 Richard Kibble, 5:00, 8:00 PM, Owen's Bistro, 5210 "D" Street, Chino, (909) 628-0452
  • Thursday, January 5 April Spain, 6:00, 10:00 PM, Cedar Creek Inn, Laguna Beach, 384 Forest Ave. Laguna Beach, 92651, Map this location!, A Local Favorite in Laguna Beach, its moderate dining cost and cozy atmosphere draw a loyal crowd. There's even patio dining.
  • Thursday, January 5 Billy Mitchell Trio, 6:00, 7:00 PM, Westin Hotel Long Beach, Lobby Court, 333 East Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, 90802, (562) 436-6536, Billy Mitchell (P) Tomas Gargano (B) Frank Wilson (D), No cover, $15.00 minimum, validated parking.
  • Thursday, January 5 John Campbell Trio, 6:00, 10:00 PM, Crowne Plaza Los Angeles Airport Hotel, 5985 W. Century Blvd. Los Angeles, 90045, (310) 642-7500, John Campbell (P) Darek Oles (B) Steve Schaeffer (D), No cover, $15.00 minimum, validated parking.
  • Thursday, January 5 Chris Walden Big Band featuring vocalist Tierney Sutton, 6:30 PM, Vi, ato, 2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Los Angeles, 90077, (310) 474-9400
  • Thursday, January 5 Norm Douglas, 6:30, 9:30 PM, Gaucho Grill, 210 West Birch St. Brea, 92821, Map this location!, (714) 990-9140
  • Thursday, January 5 Maggiano's Jazz:, Margo Reymundo and Friends, 6:30 PM, Maggiano's Little Italy, 189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, 90036, (323) 965-9665, No cover charge
  • Thursday, January 5 After Work Cool Down, James Love, 7:00, 9:00 PM, Ca, ini's Jazz Alley, 5664 W. 3rd St. Los Angeles, 90036, Map this location!, (323) 938-0259, Mark Bridges, Piano, Ralph Gibson, Saxophones, Tony Alverz, Bass, Jerrell Ballad, Drums, Ca, ini's is the latest hip spot for jazz on the West side. Now featuring jazz talent JAMES LOVE every Thursday. Ca, ini's is an excellent relaxed atmosphere that offers jazz weekaly and some of the riches coffee's and international teas. , $10.00 Cover
  • Thursday, January 5 Julie Day, 7:00, 10:00 PM, Holly Street Bar & Grill, 175 E. Holly St. Pasadena, 91103, Map this location!, (626) 440-1421, Julie Day, vocals, Gary Matsumoto, piano, Bill Markus, bass, Mark Gusek, drums, "One of the major qualities of Day's voice is her intonation, coupled with superior phrasing, and a flawless sense of pitch. She has her own voice." ---L.A.Jazz Scene, No cover charge
  • Thursday, January 5 Linda Roth, 7:00 PM, Bayside Restaurant, 900 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, 92660, Map this location!, (949) 721-1222
  • Thursday, January 5 Mike Kelson's Duo, 7:00, 11:00 PM, Bistangos Restaurant, 19100 Von Karman Ave. Irvine, 92612, Map this location!, (949) 752-5222, Guitar and Piano
  • Thursday, January 5 Live Jazz at Brussels Bistro:, Victoria Mc Ginnis and Rusty Gillette, 7:00, 11:00 PM, Brussles Bistro, 222 Forest Avenue, Laguna Beach, 92651, Map this location!, (949) 376-7955, Victoria Mc Ginnis (singer) and Rusty Gillette (piano) plus guest, Belgian restaurant. Down stairs
  • Thursday, January 5 Billy Mitchell Trio, 7:20, 8:05 PM, Westin Hotel Long Beach, Lobby Court, 333 East Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, 90802, (562) 436-6536, Billy Mitchell (P) Tomas Gargano (B) Frank Wilson (D), No cover, $15.00 minimum, validated parking.
  • Thursday, January 5 Jack LeCompte Trio, 7:30 PM, Spazio, 14755 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, 91403, Map this location!, (818) 728-8400, Live jazz nightly! , Monday-Friday: , Lunch 11:30am, 2:30pm , Dinner 5:00pm, midnight, Saturday & Sunday:, Brunch 11:30am, 3:30pm , Dinner 5:30pm, midnight, Reservations recommended.
  • Thursday, January 5 Kevin Crabb & Friends, 7:30 PM, Bistro Garden at Coldwater, 12950 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, 91604, Map this location!, (818) 501-0202
  • Thursday, January 5 Jazz at Duke's:, Page Cavanaugh, 7:30 PM, Duke's @ Balboa Bay Club, Balboa Bay Club, Newport Beach, (949) 759-0711, Page Cavanaugh (leader and legend), Phil Mallory (bass), Jason Lingle (drums).
  • Thursday, January 5 Moutin Reunion Quartet, 8:00 PM, Jazz Bakery, 3233 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, 90034, Map this location!, (310) 271-9039, Drummer Louis Moutin & bassist Francois Moutin, plus saxman Rick Margitza & pianist Pierre de Bethmann, $25
  • Thursday, January 5 Nolan Shaheed Quintet featuring Zane Musa, 8:00 PM, Charlie O's, 13725 Victory Blvd. Van Nuys, 91401, Map this location!, (818) 994-3058, Live jazz seven nights a week. 8:00 P.M. Midnight.
  • Thursday, January 5 The Ron Eschete Trio, 8:00 PM, Steamers Jazz Club and Cafe, 138 W. Commonwealth, Fullerton, 92832, Map this location!, (714) 871-8800, Dinner served late nightly. Reservations highly recommended.
  • Thursday, January 5 Emil Richards, 8:00 PM, 12:00 AM, Silhouette Jazz Cafe, 245 East Olive Ave. Burbank, 91502, Map this location!, (818) 556-5299
  • Thursday, January 5 Vocalist Tomoko Miyata, 8:00 PM, Cafe Metropol, 923 E. 3rd St. Los Angeles, 90013, (213) 613-1537, $5
  • Thursday, January 5 Latin Jazz:, Tres-Dos, 8:00, 11:00 PM, HT Grill, 1701 S. Catalina Ave. in Rivera Village, Redondo Beach, 90277, 310-791-4849, Rod Rozzelle-congas/vocal, Raina-piano/vocal, Eric Jorgenson-trombone, Jeff Littleton-bass, Mike Dukffy-timibales, Tres-Dos is a group which plays latin jazz in with a Cuban flavor. The group played at the 04 Playboy Jazz Festival. A free Salsa dance class is given by Miguel Aguirre from 7 to 8pm. The Tres-Dos Latin jazz band plays from 8 to 11pm, No cover charge, HT grill is a casual venue with a full bar. The food is excellent and moderatley priced.
  • Thursday, January 5 Nels and Alex Cline 50th Birthday Cele, ation:, Nels and Alex Cline, 8:00 PM, Club Tropical, 8641 Washington Blvd. Culver City, 90232, Map this location!, (310) 287-1918, Nels Cline, guitars, Alex Cline, drums, percussion, For more than 25 years, the Clines have graced L.A. with boundless artistry and selfless support of local music and musicians. Though it's hard to believe that these youthful cats are turning 50 this week, they're commemorating the occasion by improvising as a duo for the first time ever. Don't miss this once in a lifetime cele, ation of two of Los Angeles' most beloved native sons. Admission or Cover Charge: $10 general admission, $5 for students
  • Thursday, January 5 World Class Jazz Presented by John Hammond:, John Hammond Trio & Friends, 8:00 PM, 12:00 AM, Back Room at Henri's Restaurant, 21601 Sherman Way, Canoga Park, 91303, Map this location!, (818) 348-5582, No Cover, Full Bar, Dinner
  • Thursday, January 5 Billy Mitchell Trio, 8:20, 9:10 PM, Westin Hotel Long Beach, Lobby Court, 333 East Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, 90802, (562) 436-6536, Billy Mitchell (P) Tomas Gargano (B) Frank Wilson (D), No cover, $15.00 minimum, validated parking.
  • Thursday, January 5 Eldar Djangirov Trio, 8:30 PM, Catalina Bar & Grill, 6725 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028, Map this location!, (323) 466-2210, The club is open Tuesday thru Sunday from 7pm, 1am. Tues-Sat Shows 8:30pm & 10:30pm. Sunday Shows 7:30pm & 9:30pm. Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am, 3pm.
  • Thursday, January 5 Michael Paulo and Friends, 9:00 PM, The Palmer Room, 3387 Motor Avenue, Los Angeles, 90034, Map this location!, (310) 559-4725
  • Thursday, January 5 Jazz Jam Session, 9:40 PM, The World Stage, 4344 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles, 90008, Map this location!, (323) 293-2451, Fall in, blow, and help play the magic into being. Gain experience in live performance playing standard compositions. Coordinated my Matt Gibsom. Free and ample Parking. $5.00 donation
  • Thursday, January 5 Solvei, Call for Event times, La Ve Lee, 12514 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, 91604, (818) 980-8158, Latin world jazz
  • Thursday, January 5 Jimmy Spencer, Call for Event times, Mr. B, 1333 Hollywood Way, Burbank, 91505, Map this location!, (818) 438-5299
  • Thursday, January 5 Judy Chamberlain Trio, Call for Event times, Chakra Creative Indian Cuisine, 4143 Campus Drive, Ste. C193, Irvine, 92612, Map this location!, (949) 854-0009
  • Thursday, January 5 Phil Palermo, Call for Event times, Miceli's, 1646 N. Las Palmas, Hollywood, 90028, Map this location!, (323) 466-3438
  • Thursday, January 5 Shinya Kano, Call for Event times, Dinnerhouse M, 1263 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, 213-482-3828
  • Friday, January 6 Joel Scott and Jeff Stover, 5:00, 10:30 PM, Sullivan's Steakhouse, 73-505 El Paseo Ste 2600, Palm Desert, 92260, (760) 341-3560
  • Friday, January 6 Jim Vita, 5:30, 10:00 PM, Owen's Bistro, 5210 "D" Street, Chino, (909) 628-0452
  • Friday, January 6 April Spain, 6:00, 10:00 PM, Cedar Creek Inn, Laguna Beach, 384 Forest Ave. Laguna Beach, 92651, Map this location!, A Local Favorite in Laguna Beach, its moderate dining cost and cozy atmosphere draw a loyal crowd. There's even patio dining.
  • Friday, January 6 Jesse Bradley with Cynthia Speer, 6:30, 9:30 PM, Cafe Marly, 9669-2 South Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, 90210, Map this location!, (310) 663-4868, Jesse Bradley, guitar, Cynthia Speer, vocals
  • Friday, January 6 Free Jazz, Andrew Dorset, 7:00, 10:00 PM, Citycafe, 301 N. Euclid Ave. Ontario
  • Friday, January 6 Kate Reid, jazz vocalist/pianist, 7:00, 10:00 PM, Rendezvous, 26701-B Verdugo Street, Parking is free in front of restaurant and evenings in structure next to depot. San Juan Capistrano, 92675, 949-496-1006, No cover charge. A new restaurant offering new American cuisine, american wine and American music, Jazz! With different and wonderful dining experiences in the dining train car, larger dining room, lounge and bar, The music is best heard in the Lounge and Bar.
  • Friday, January 6 Linda Roth, 7:00 PM, Bayside Restaurant, 900 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, 92660, Map this location!, (949) 721-1222
  • Friday, January 6 Rick Spencer Project, 7:00 PM, C&D's Welcome Cafe, 1808 S Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, 90277, Map this location!, No cover charge
  • Friday, January 6 Maggiano's Jazz:, Tera Johnson, 7:00 PM, Maggiano's Little Italy, 189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, 90036, (323) 965-9665, No cover charge
  • Friday, January 6 Rickey Woodard Quartet, 7:30 PM, Spazio, 14755 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, 91403, Map this location!, (818) 728-8400, Live jazz nightly! , Monday-Friday: , Lunch 11:30am, 2:30pm , Dinner 5:00pm, midnight, Saturday & Sunday:, Brunch 11:30am, 3:30pm , Dinner 5:30pm, midnight, Reservations recommended.
  • Friday, January 6 Annie Sellick with The Josh Nelson Trio, 8:00 PM, Steamers Jazz Club and Cafe, 138 W. Commonwealth, Fullerton, 92832, Map this location!, (714) 871-8800, Dinner served late nightly. Reservations highly recommended.
  • Friday, January 6 Benn Clatworthy, Sax w/John Heard Trio, 8:00 PM, Charlie O's, 13725 Victory Blvd. Van Nuys, 91401, Map this location!, (818) 994-3058, John Heard, Bass, Roy McCurdy, Drums, Larry Fuller, Piano, Live jazz seven nights a week. 8:00 P.M. Midnight.
  • Friday, January 6 Moutin Reunion Quartet, 8:00 PM, Jazz Bakery, 3233 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, 90034, Map this location!, (310) 271-9039, Drummer Louis Moutin & bassist Francois Moutin, plus saxman Rick Margitza & pianist Pierre de Bethmann, $25
  • Friday, January 6 11 O'Clock News Band, 8:00, 11:30 PM, TEN20 Piano Bar, 1020 N. San Vicente Boulevard, just off the Sunset Strip, West Hollywood, The 11 O'Clock News Band, led by Billy John (Vocals & Drums), and featuring various artists weekly on Keyboards, Bass and Trumpet (as recently seen on KABC-TV), entertains. , Bathed in blue light, with beautiful views, the trendy and swanky TEN20, is a full-service restaurant and lounge located on the first level of the Bel Age, West Hollywood. The TEN20 opened on May 15, 2003. The restaurant and lounge boasts of 25 specialty martinis, and features American cuisine. Food and beverages are served seven days a week. Breakfast: 7:00 am to 11:00 am (including Power Breakfasts with Smoothies); Lunch: 11:00 am to 4:30 pm & Dinner: 4:30 pm to 11:00 pm.
  • Friday, January 6 Andrea Miller, 8:00, 11:00 PM, Bellavino Wine Bar, 3709 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Westlake Village, 91362, (805) 557-0202
  • Friday, January 6 Herman Young Jazz Trio, 8:00 PM, Sycamore Inn, 8318 Foothill Blvd, Rancho Cucamonga, (909) 982-1104
  • Friday, January 6 John Minor Band, 8:00 PM, 12:00 AM, Bistangos Restaurant, 19100 Von Karman Ave. Irvine, 92612, (949) 752-5222, Piano, Guitar, Sax and Vocals
  • Friday, January 6 Pianist Steven Lockwood, 8:00 PM, Cafe Metropol, 923 E. 3rd St. Los Angeles, 90013, (213) 613-1537, $5
  • Friday, January 6 Tony Guerrero & the Hi-Fi Quintet, 8:00, 11:00 PM, Salt Creek Grille, 32802 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, 92629, Map this location!, (949) 661-7799, Tony Guerrero-Trumpet, Flugelhorn,vocals, Matt Johnson-Drums, Rob Whitlock- Hammond B-3 Organ, Robert Kyle- Sax, Flute, Elizabeth Lamers-Vocals
  • Friday, January 6 Jazz Duo at CasaVino!:, The Harry Orlove Duo, 8:00, 11:00 PM, CasaVino Wine Bar, 51 S. Pine Ave. Long Beach, 90802, Map this location!, (562) 216-1590, The Harry Orlove Duo plays jazz classics in a fabulous setting. Enjoy fine wine and food while listening to a great jazz guitarist!, No cover charge
  • Friday, January 6 Jazz at Delmonico's Seafood Grille:, Pasadena Jazz Institute, 8:00, 11:00 PM, Delmonico's Seafoode Grille, 260 E. Colorado Blvd 206, Pasadena, 626-844-7700, Happy hour from 4pm ~ 7 pm every Friday night while we have our Jazz night.
  • Friday, January 6 Nels and Alex Cline 50th Birthday Cele, ation:, Nels and Alex Cline, et al., 8:00 PM, Club Tropical, 8641 Washington Blvd. Culver City, 90232, Map this location!, (310) 287-1918, Nels Cline-guitars, Alex Cline-drums, percussion, Scott Amendola-drums, Bobby Bradford-cornet (unconfirmed), Dan Clucas- cornet, John Fumo- trumpet, Jeff Gauthier- violin, Chris Garcia- percussion, Ben Goldberg- clarinet, Vinny Golia- reeds, Joel Hamilton- bass, Glenn Kotche- drums, Dan Morris- drums, Steuart Liebig-contrabassguitar, Wayne Peet- keyboards, Will Salmon- movement, G.E. Stinson- guitar, Norton Wisdom-painting, David Witham- keyboards, more TBA!!!, For the second night of their 50th birthday extravaganza, Nels and Alex invite a stellar list of collaborators to play music dedicated to the theme of peace. , Admission or Cover Charge: $10 general admission, $5 for students
  • Friday, January 6 University of La Verne Concert Series:, Joe Jewell Quartet with Reed Gratz, Baba Elefante, Mike Bennett, 8:00, 9:30 PM, Founders Auditorium, University of La Verne, La Verne, CA, University of La Verne Founders Auditorium, 1950 Third St. La Verne, CA 91750, La Verne, 91750, 9095933511, Show begins at 8pm, Joe Jewell, guitar, Reed Gratz, Fender Rhodes piano, Baba Elefante, bass, Michael Bennett, drums, Joe Jewell is a great all-round player, all guitars, all styles. He's a prof. of guitar at Fullerton College. Admission or Cover Charge: 5 dollars general admission, free to students, auditorioum, auditorioum
  • Friday, January 6 World Class Jazz Presented by John Hammond:, Pete Christlieb, Carl Saunders & the John Hammond Trio, 8:00 PM, 12:00 AM, Back Room at Henri's Restaurant, 21601 Sherman Way, Canoga Park, 91303, Map this location!, (818) 348-5582, No Cover, Full Bar, Dinner
  • Friday, January 6 Eldar Djangirov Trio, 8:30 PM, Catalina Bar & Grill, 6725 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028, Map this location!, (323) 466-2210, The club is open Tuesday thru Sunday from 7pm, 1am. Tues-Sat Shows 8:30pm & 10:30pm. Sunday Shows 7:30pm & 9:30pm. Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am, 3pm.
  • Friday, January 6 Julie Christensen and Stone Cupid, 8:30, 11:00 PM, Masquer's Cabaret, 8334 West Third Street, 3 blocks east of La Cienega, West Hollywood, 90048, 323-653-4848, Shows at 8:30 pm and 10:00 pm, Karen Hammack, Piano, Simeon Pillich, Acoustic Bass, Joe Woodard, Guitar, Jim Christie, Drums, Julie's just finishing an album of standards and her own ballads and blues, to be released Valentine's Day 2006. Her music is a hy, id of soul-driven jazz and pop, and her musicians are world-class. Call for admission prices, lovely intimate listening room with a full bar and fine Moroccan/Italian cuisine. Cabaret-style velvet curtains and stage, great sightlines, courteous waiters. secret find!
  • Friday, January 6 Paul Carman's "First Fridays":, The Larry Koonse Trio, 8:30, 10:30 PM, Skye at Night, 54445 North Circle Dr. Suite E, (Up the stairs in the back.), Idyllwild, CA, (800) 863-4146, Everyone's (and Paul means everyone's!)favorite guitar player in LA, and his inside/outside organ trio, Larry Koonse, guitar, Joe Bagg, Hammond organ, Jason Harnell, drums, $15 reg. price available pre-sale online or at the door, $8 student/seniors rush available at the door only!, After the show you may want to go by CAFE AROMA for a late night drink, and dessert. Mention "SKYE AT NIGHT" and receive a FREE TIRAMISSU with your drink or, other purchase.
  • Friday, January 6 Triple Spec:, Triple Spec, 9:00 PM, 2:00 AM, Baked Potato, 3787 Cahuenga Blvd. Studio City, 91604, View Map!, (818) 980-1615, 9:30 PM and 11:30 PM, Roger Burn, Keyboards and Vibes, Marvin 'Smitty' Smith, Drums, Jimmy Haslip, Bass, Russell Ferrante, Keyboards, Eric Marienthal, Sax, Members of the Tonight Show Band, the Yellowjackets, and other notables!, Admission or Cover Charge: Unknown
  • Friday, January 6 Martin Sullivan Quintet, 9:30, 11:30 PM, Ca, ini's Jazz Alley, 5664 W. 3rd St. Los Angeles, 90036, Map this location!, (323) 938-0259, Martin Sullivan, Trombone, Walter Smith III, Tenor Sax, Jacques Lesure, Guitar, Yoon-Seoun Cho, Piano, Edwin Livingston, Bass, Admission or Cover Charge: $10
  • Friday, January 6 World Stage Concert Series, 9:30 PM, The World Stage, 4344 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles, 90008, Map this location!, (323) 293-2451, Artists TBA, Two shows: 9:30 pm and 11:00 pm, $10 donation
  • Friday, January 6 Jazz, Guest Artist Jam Session at Sunny Spot:, Jerrell Ballard, Drew Simpson, Lester McFarland, 9:30, 1:00 PM, Sunny's Spot Cafe, 3349 West 43rd Place , Leimert Park, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, 90008, 323.291.4075, Jerrell Ballard, Drums, Drew Simpson, Guitar, Lester McFarlanad, Bass, Jerrell, Drew and Lester have formed a trio that explores various forms of jazz in a very dynamic way. Their sound is very energetic, powerful and innovating. No cover charge, This is a quaint, intimate cafe that hosts jazz upstairs in a slightly lit room that seats approximately 45. The cafe offers sandwiches, hotdogs, sodas, coffee, snacks, etc... The ambience/sound is great for jazz music and it carries throughout the cafe both downstairs and (best) upstairs. This is a quaint, intimate cafe that hosts jazz upstairs in a slightly lit room that seats approximately 45. The cafe offers sandwiches, hotdogs, sodas, coffee, snacks, etc... The ambience/sound is great for jazz music and it carries throughout the cafe both downstairs and (best) upstairs.
  • Friday, January 6 Elan Records Presents Peach (La Blues Awards Artist of the Year):, Peach, 10:00 PM, 310 Bistro and Lounge, 3321 Pico Blvd, 34th and Pico, Santa Monica, (866) 218-4073, Peach:, Paulie Cerra, Sax and Vocals, Maria Martinez, Drums and Percussion, Jimmy Z, Sax, Harp and Vocals, Free before $10.00 pm, $10 after. "Just like the title of her , and-new album says, Peach is "The Real Thing"! Gutsy, honest and heartfelt, she plays blues-based music like her life depended on it." -John Schoenberger, R&R Triple A Editor, "Peach has developed a reputation in Southern California as one of the most entertaining blues singers and guitarists.", JAZZIZ Magazine, "Peach is a fast-rising force in the Los Angeles music scene." -International Musician
  • Friday, January 6 TBA, Call for Event times, La Ve Lee, 12514 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, 91604, (818) 980-8158
  • Friday, January 6 Brian O'Rourke, Call for Event times, Miceli's, 1646 N. Las Palmas, Hollywood, 90028, Map this location!, (323) 466-3438
  • Friday, January 6 David Arnay, Call for Event times, Parkway Grill, 510 S. Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena, 91105, Map this location!, (626) 795-1001
  • Friday, January 6 Theo Saunders, Call for Event times, Dinnerhouse M, 1263 W. Temple Street, Los Angeles, 90026, Map this location!, (213) 482-3828, Bar $6 & Table $12, Supplemental Information: Jazz Live-Performed by a veriety of top artists like Jim Hughart(B),Theo Saunders(P),Enzo Todesco(D),Tom Garvin(P), Daug Webb(S) and more!
  • Friday, January 6 Nieuport 17:, Chuck Ousley Trio, Call for Event times, Nieuport 17 Restaurant, 13051 Newport Avenue, Tustin, (714) 731-5130, No cover charge
  • Friday, January 6 Hunton/Hine/Sano Trio, Call for Event times, Quon Bros. Grand Star Restaurant and Nightclub, 943 Sun Mun Way (Broadway), Los Angeles, 90012, Map this location!, (213) 626-2285
  • Saturday, January 7 "Jazz at the Barn" --Gil Alcantar Jazz Saxophonist Featured with "Windstream", 3:00, 6:00 PM, Hamshaw Farms, 28380 State highway 74, Romoland, 951.928.8107, Gil Alcantar Saxophonen, Woodwinds, Latin percussion & Vocals, Gary Collins Drums and vocals, Sky Ladd Keyboard, Grant Clarkson Bass (Upright and Electric), No Cover
  • Saturday, January 7 Joe Lettieri and Whitey Mitchell, 5:00, 10:30 PM, Sullivan's Steakhouse, 73-505 El Paseo Ste 2600, Palm Desert, 92260, (760) 341-3560
  • Saturday, January 7 Henry Inglesias, 6:30, 10:30 PM, Owen's Bistro, 5210 "D" Street, Chino, (909) 628-0452
  • Saturday, January 7 Jimmy Hewitt, 6:30 PM, Bayside Restaurant, 900 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, 92660, Map this location!, (949) 721-1222, Contemporary solo guitarist.
  • Saturday, January 7 Saturday Night Jazz Cabaret -- Sandra Booker & The Underground Jazz Movement, 6:30, 11:00 PM, L'Kesh Cafe, 14838 Burbank Blvd. Sherman Oaks, 91411, Map this location!, (818) 780-5488, featuring, Henry Spurgeon-keyboards, John Leftwich-bass, & Special Guest Vocalist Cathy Segal-Garcia, No Cover (Dinner and Two Drink Minimum Please)
  • Saturday, January 7 Kate Reid, jazz vocalist/pianist, 7:00, 10:00 PM, Rendezvous, 26701-B Verdugo Street, Parking is free in front of restaurant and evenings in structure next to depot. San Juan Capistrano, 92675, 949-496-1006, No cover charge. A new restaurant offering new American cuisine, american wine and American music, Jazz! With different and wonderful dining experiences in the dining train car, larger dining room, lounge and bar, The music is best heard in the Lounge and Bar.
  • Saturday, January 7 Maggiano's Jazz:, John Wood Trio, 7:00 PM, Maggiano's Little Italy, 189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, 90036, (323) 965-9665, No cover charge
  • Saturday, January 7 Anne Farnsworth Trio, 7:30 PM, Spazio, 14755 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, 91403, Map this location!, (818) 728-8400, Live jazz nightly! , Monday-Friday: , Lunch 11:30am, 2:30pm , Dinner 5:00pm, midnight, Saturday & Sunday:, Brunch 11:30am, 3:30pm , Dinner 5:30pm, midnight, Reservations recommended.
  • Saturday, January 7 Justo Almario, Sax w/John Heard Trio, 8:00 PM, Charlie O's, 13725 Victory Blvd. Van Nuys, 91401, Map this location!, (818) 994-3058, John Heard, Bass, Roy McCurdy, Drums, Larry Fuller, Piano, Live jazz seven nights a week. 8:00 P.M. Midnight.
  • Saturday, January 7 Moutin Reunion Quartet, 8:00 PM, Jazz Bakery, 3233 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, 90034, Map this location!, (310) 271-9039, Drummer Louis Moutin & bassist Francois Moutin, plus saxman Rick Margitza & pianist Pierre de Bethmann, $25
  • Saturday, January 7 The Francisco Aguabella Latin Jazz Band, 8:00 PM, Steamers Jazz Club and Cafe, 138 W. Commonwealth, Fullerton, 92832, Map this location!, (714) 871-8800, Dinner served late nightly. Reservations highly recommended.
  • Saturday, January 7 Lee Spath Trio, 8:00, 11:00 PM, Bellavino Wine Bar, 3709 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd. Westlake Village, 91362, (805) 557-0202
  • Saturday, January 7 Leslie Lewis Trio, 8:00 PM, 12:00 AM, Bistangos Restaurant, 19100 Von Karman Ave. Irvine, 92612, Map this location!, (949) 752-5222, With Ron Kobayashi, Piano
  • Saturday, January 7 Vocalist/multi instrumentalist Tony Jones, 8:00 PM, Cafe Metropol, 923 E. 3rd St. Los Angeles, 90013, (213) 613-1537, $5
  • Saturday, January 7 Tony Jones Vocal Project:, Tony Jones, 8:00, 11:00 PM, Cafe Metropol, 923 E. 3rd St. Los Angeles, 90013, Map this location!, (213) 613-1537, Tony Jones, Vocals, Percussion, Chuck Manning, Sax, Jeff Colella, Piano, John Belzaguy, Bass, Tim Pleasant, Drums, Tony Jones is a master of the vocal jazz art. Not content at just interpreting the standards but using choice material to push his art forward. He plays with a stellar band. Admission or Cover Charge: $5.00
  • Saturday, January 7 World Class Jazz Presented by John Hammond:, Legendary flautist Sam Most & the John Hammond Trio, 8:00 PM, 12:00 AM, Back Room at Henri's Restaurant, 21601 Sherman Way, Canoga Park, 91303, Map this location!, (818) 348-5582, No Cover, Full Bar, Dinner
  • Saturday, January 7 Eldar Djangirov Trio, 8:30 PM, Catalina Bar & Grill, 6725 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028, Map this location!, (323) 466-2210, The club is open Tuesday thru Sunday from 7pm, 1am. Tues-Sat Shows 8:30pm & 10:30pm. Sunday Shows 7:30pm & 9:30pm. Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am, 3pm.
  • Saturday, January 7 Jazz at the Hyatt Huntington Beach:, April Spain, 8:30, 11:30 PM, Hyatt Resort Huntington Beach (Red Chair Lounge), 21500 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, 92648, Map this location!, (714) 845-8000, No cover charge
  • Saturday, January 7 Bob DeSena, 9:00 PM, AKWA Restaurant, 1413 Fifth Street, Santa Monica, 90401, Map this location!, (310) 656-9688, BOB DESENA-Vibes, Trumpet/Flugelhorn and Vocalist, Robert Sink-Piano, John "Rocky" Silva-Bass , Jose Murillo-Timbales/Vocals, Luca Brandoli-Congas , www.bobdesena.com, Reservations recommended. Valet parking available.
  • Saturday, January 7 Judy Chamberlain Trio, 9:00 PM, Millennium Biltmore Hotel, 506 S. Grand Ave. Los Angeles, 90071, Map this location!, (213) 624-1011
  • Saturday, January 7 World Stage Concert Series, 9:30 PM, The World Stage, 4344 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles, 90008, Map this location!, (323) 293-2451, Artists TBA, Two shows: 9:30 pm and 11:00 pm, $10 donation
  • Saturday, January 7 Katia Moraes, Call for Event times, La Ve Lee, 12514 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, 91604, (818) 980-8158, Brazilian pop jazz
  • Saturday, January 7 Brian O'Rourke, Call for Event times, Miceli's, 1646 N. Las Palmas, Hollywood, 90028, Map this location!, (323) 466-3438
  • Saturday, January 7 Todd Oliver Quartet, Call for Event times, La Cave, 1695 Irvine Ave, Costa Mesa, 92627, Map this location!, (949) 646-7944
  • Saturday, January 7 Nieuport 17:, Chuck Ousley Trio, Call for Event times, Nieuport 17 Restaurant, 13051 Newport Avenue, Tustin, (714) 731-5130, No cover charge
  • Saturday, January 7 Yasuko, Eddie Hutton, Al Hine, Richard David & James B. Smith, Call for Event times, Quon Bros. Grand Star Restaurant and Nightclub, 943 Sun Mun Way (Broadway), Los Angeles, 90012, Map this location!, (213) 626-2285

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