The Bay Area is home to a vibrant jazz and blues scene that spans from Oakland to San Francisco. You can find jazz and blues in the bars of Oakland, the clubs of San Francisco, and the concert halls of Berkeley. This November, celebrate this living, breathing art form of music at many concert venues, such as The Great American Music Hall, Yoshi’s and SFJAZZ Center.
The Things to Do section of Encore Spotlight includes the best music events in San Francisco and The Bay Area. The calendar is updated with the latest information, and the events are categorized by genre, date and price. These categories make it easy for our visitors to find what is most interesting to them.
Some of the best jazz and blues performances can be found in San Francisco, CA this November. Whether you are looking to enjoy some live music on a Friday night or see your favorite artist live, there are some great options available.
The Best Jazz and Blues in SF Bay Area This November
Here is the jazz and blues calendar of performances:
November 11, 2021
Mike Clark & Michael Zilber at SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco, CA
Performers:
Mike Clark – drums
Michael Zilber – tenor saxophone
Matt Clark – piano
Peter Barshay – bass
November 12, 2021
Rova Saxophone Quartet at SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco, CA
Performers:
Bruce Ackley – soprano saxophone
Steve Adams – alto saxophone
Larry Ochs – tenor saxophone
Jon Raskin – baritone saxophone
Jaz Sawyer at Bing Studio in Stanford, CA
Performers:
Jaz Sawyer Ensemble – drums, percussion, bass, piano, horns, vocals
Jazzmeia Horn – vocalist
November 13, 2021
Jaz Sawyer Ensemble ft. Kim Nalley at Bing Studio in Stanford, CA
Performers:
Jaz Sawyer Ensemble – drums, percussion, bass, piano, horns, vocals
Kim Nalley – vocalist
Mae.Sun at SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco, CA
Performer:
Hailey Niswanger – saxophonist, vocalist and composer
November 14, 2021
Michael O’Neill Quintet w/ Tony Lindsay at SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco, CA
Performers:
Michael O’Neill – tenor saxophone
Erik Jekabson – trumpet
John R. Burr – piano
Dan Feiszli – bass
Alan Hall – drums
Special guest, Tony Lindsay – vocals
November 18–21, 2021
Preservation Hall Jazz Band at SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco, CA
Performers:
Ben Jaffe – tuba player
Kyle Roussel – piano
Ronell Johnson – trombone
Clint Maedgen – vocals
November 19–20, 2021
Eliane Elias at Yoshi’s in Oakland, CA
Performers:
Eliane Elias – piano, vocals
November 20, 2021
Sal’s Greenhouse at SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco, CA
Performer:
Sally Green – vocals, baritone saxophone
November 26, 2021
Chester Thompson at SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco, CA
Performers:
Chester Thompson – drums
Special guests
November 26–28, 2021
Jacqui Naylo at SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco, CA
Performers:
Jacqui Naylor – vocalist and composer
Art Khu – piano & guitar
Geoff Brennan – bass
Josh Jones – drums
November 27–28, 2021
Merry Christmas From José James at SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco, CA
Performers:
José James – vocals
Jef Neve – piano
Jazz is the Sound of Freedom
Jazz is the sound of change, the sound of revolution. It is the sound of the future. It is the sound of the past. It is the sound of love. The soothing sound of jazz brings a sense of warmth and relaxation. The San Francisco Bay Area is a renowned destination for live jazz music. It is home to a number of jazz clubs and venues, which offer a wide variety of live music happening year–round. Find the list of upcoming concerts in San Francisco and the Bay Area, the live music performances that range from amazing international performers to local, undiscovered talent.
Celebrating The Sounds of San Francisco
The San Francisco Bay Area is the place where the future is being written. Where all the action is. Where there are always new ideas in the air, new people on the street, and new energy all around. Where the past is alive in the architecture, in the music and in the people. Where the present is happening, right now.
San Francisco’s music scene is eclectic, alive, and vibrant. From 9 year–old prodigies to established ensembles, countless musicians live and work in the Bay Area. Unsurprisingly, the area is recognized internationally as a hotspot for modern and experimental music and has been home to many internationally acclaimed artists in all music genres. On any given evening, you might find a singer–songwriter playing at the corner coffeehouse, a guitarist with a spare set of strings at the local pub, or an amplified string quartet at the prestigious Davies Symphony Hall.
San Francisco is home to some of the most interesting music talent in the world.
Spread the word about San Francisco’s ever–growing, world–class music scene. Whether it’s a classical music event featuring a local orchestra, a new indie rock show with a touring band, or a Latin genre night at a new venue, find upcoming concerts in your city.