Live Jazz in New York

Experience the diverse vocal stylings of Emily Braden in an intimate setting, Tuesday May 26th @The Junto: Attic Bar, 68 Mercer Street in Jersey City. Braden is a celebrated, Harlem-based vocalist & songwriter. Hear powerful vocals and a magnetic stage presence that captivates audiences with a beautifully eclectic mix of stirring, soulful originals, world grooves, and fresh takes on jazz standards. TWO SEATINGS, 6 & 8 PM. Part of the 2026 Jersey City Jazz Festival! \#jazz \#soul \#pop \#vocals BUY TIX HERE!

Don't miss the Nobuki Takamen Trio at 87 Sussex, Tuesday, May 26th at 6:30 PM. Originally from Hiroshima, Japan, guitarist/composer Nobuki Takamen has developed a reputation as ‘’the best jazz guitarist Japan has ever produced’’ since he relocated to New York in 2004. It should be an extra special night of cool jazz with his talented trio. Reserve your delicious dining AND musical experience at 87 Sussex now. Reservations link below! \#japanesejazz \#guitarjazz \#livemusic

Saxophonist Tim Berne returns to the Jersey City Jazz Festival @Pet Shop Bar! With his fabulous group, comprised of Greg Belisle-Chi, Tim Angulo, and John Hebert. ALWAYS an intimate treat downstairs at the Pet Shop. Tickets available by clicking below. \#livejazz \#jerseycity \#jazz \#jerseycityjazzfestival

Don't miss award-winning jazz pianist and singer Champian Fulton @ The Junto Attic Bar, 68 Mercer Street in Jersey City, Tuesday May 27th @ 6 PM. Part of the 2026 Jersey City Jazz Festival! ALWAYS a tasty, upbeat treat. \#piano \#jazzvocals

Join Grammy-nominated drummer, organist, and producer Sed Marsh, who has shared stages with Patti LaBelle, Angie Stone, and Donnell Jones. Performing with his band Eazier Sed Than Done, Sed brings decades of R&B, soul, jazz, and gospel-rooted groove to every stage, making every room feel like home. This is followed by Live in the Garden Jersey City, a free, open jam session-mic and music collective co-founded by Anthony Wisdom, where musicians, singers, rappers, and poets improvise together. Part of the 2026 Jersey City Jazz Festival! \#livemusic \#jazz \#jam

Join ace bassist Ian Kenselaar as he hosts a "jam session" at Jersey City's Pet Shop Bar on Wednesday, May 27th at 8 PM. A good turnout of musicians is expected! Kenselaar is an internationally recognized bassist, recording artist, and educator. They’ve toured across the U.S. and Europe and continue to share their knowledge as a teaching artist at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center. Their work has been praised by major outlets, with DownBeat noting Ian plays with a “Jimmy Garrison-like force.” FREE ADMISSION. Please RSVP through the link! \#bassplayer \#iankenselaar \#jamsession