Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00 , $ 30.50 , $50.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 Step into the cosmos with drummer Michael Shekwoaga Ode, a fearless rhythmic explorer charting new sonic galaxies. A lifelong student of the game, Ode’s journey began behind the kit at a young age, eventually earning him a scholarship to the renowned Oberlin Conservatory, where he honed his craft under jazz drumming legend Billy Hart. Known for his deeply musical approach and dedication to serving the art form, Ode has built an impressive resume playing alongside greats like Eddie Henderson, Van Morrison, Jill Scott, Wyclef Jean, Common, Dj Spinna, Kenny Garrett, Roy Hargrove, Nat Reeves, Dick Griffin, Arturo Sandoval, Antoine Roney, Jimmy Heath, George Coleman , Benny Golson, Tia Fuller, Marquis Hill, Theo Croker, Isaiah Collier, Joey DeFrancesco, Wallace Roney Sr, Les McCann, Gary Bartz and more! With a residency destined to be an Intergalactic Exploration, Ode pushes beyond the known universe of rhythm – blending explosive power, spiritual groove, and masterful nuance to transport listeners to uncharted dimensions. While he is currently on the road with Kenny Garrett's band, in this residency, Michael will be playing all new unreleased originals, blending many genres: jazz, R&B, hip hop, afrobeat and more! Experience a drummer who doesn’t just keep time, but bends it, creating a show that will leave you floating among the stars. Band Lineup: Michael Shekwoaga Ode, drums Butler Knowles, bass Al Strong, trumpet, keyboards Alan Thompson, saxophone, keyboards 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00 , $ 30.50 , $50.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 Step into the cosmos with drummer Michael Shekwoaga Ode, a fearless rhythmic explorer charting new sonic galaxies. A lifelong student of the game, Ode’s journey began behind the kit at a young age, eventually earning him a scholarship to the renowned Oberlin Conservatory, where he honed his craft under jazz drumming legend Billy Hart. Known for his deeply musical approach and dedication to serving the art form, Ode has built an impressive resume playing alongside greats like Eddie Henderson, Van Morrison, Jill Scott, Wyclef Jean, Common, Dj Spinna, Kenny Garrett, Roy Hargrove, Nat Reeves, Dick Griffin, Arturo Sandoval, Antoine Roney, Jimmy Heath, George Coleman , Benny Golson, Tia Fuller, Marquis Hill, Theo Croker, Isaiah Collier, Joey DeFrancesco, Wallace Roney Sr, Les McCann, Gary Bartz and more! With a residency destined to be an Intergalactic Exploration, Ode pushes beyond the known universe of rhythm – blending explosive power, spiritual groove, and masterful nuance to transport listeners to uncharted dimensions. While he is currently on the road with Kenny Garrett's band, in this residency, Michael will be playing all new unreleased originals, blending many genres: jazz, R&B, hip hop, afrobeat and more! Experience a drummer who doesn’t just keep time, but bends it, creating a show that will leave you floating among the stars. Band Lineup: Michael Shekwoaga Ode, drums Butler Knowles, bass Al Strong, trumpet, keyboards Alan Thompson, saxophone, keyboards 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00 & $40.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 Step into a night of deep grooves, spiritual melodies, and fearless improvisation with the Delbert Anderson Quartet. Led by Diné trumpeter, composer, and educator Delbert Anderson, this powerhouse ensemble weaves Navajo “spinning songs” of love, healing, and courtship into a genre-bending tapestry of jazz, funk, and hip hop. Anderson’s music pulses with the landscapes and stories of his Navajo Nation roots, bridging ancestral melodies with modern jazz to create sounds both timeless and trailblazing. From compositions like The Long Walk: 1,674 Days – a poignant reflection on Navajo history – to charting new sonic territory with his upcoming tributes to Indigenous jazz legends Don Cherry and Jim Pepper, Anderson continues to redefine what Native American jazz can be. Robert Muller brings his versatile touch, honed from mentorship under Blue Note legend Andrew Hill and performances at iconic NYC venues like the Blue Note and Knitting Factory, adding rich harmonic layers to the group’s soundscape. Khalill Brown, with roots in the Blackfoot and Cherokee tribes, fuses the fiery power of funk and fusion drumming with rhythms from reggae, hip hop, and jazz, creating grooves that elevate and energize every listener. Evan Suiter, a genre-spanning bassist who’s performed alongside Tito Puente Jr. and Bob Dorough, anchors the quartet with effortless fluidity, bridging traditions from jazz to Latin to funk with warmth and precision. Together, the Delbert Anderson Quartet offers more than a concert – it’s a journey through the intergalactic realms of Indigenous jazz expression. Expect soulful trumpet melodies, explosive rhythms, and deep spiritual grooves that will leave you transformed. Band Lineup: Delbert Anderson, guitar Robert Muller, piano Khalil Brown, drums Evan Suiter, bass 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00 & $40.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 space travelers union - a collective founded by Ryan Wheless dedicated to pushing the boundaries of acoustic and electronic fusion Influenced by the likes of Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Robert Glasper, Yussef Dayes, and Toro y Moi, the launch of the new project has quickly made its mark, catching the attention of key industry figures. Jamie Reynolds of The Klaxons has already pledged his allegiance, stating, “If the union does exist, I’m joining it.” Geordie Greep from black midi offered his own praise, adding, “It’s always nice to listen to good musicians.” Sharing the stage with legends like Echo & the Bunnymen, as well as rising stars Glass Beams & BALTHVS, shows the collective’s momentum has no signs of slowing. Radio heavyweights were quick to rally behind the music, with Tom Ravenscroft, Deb Grant, and Emily Pilbeam singing their praises on BBC 6 Music. Across the channel, major French players FIP and France Musique have also shown strong support, amplifying their sound across the airwaves. Band Lineup: Ryan Wheless, Tenor Saxophone + Electronics Eric Nakanishi, Alto Saxophone Alex Oliverio, Guitar Colin McIlrath, Bass Kenji Lancaster, Drums 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00 & $40.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 Get ready for an unforgettable week with Wayne Escoffery, one of the most commanding saxophone voices in jazz today. A Grammy winner and two-time Downbeat Critics Poll winner, Escoffery’s sound is bold, deeply expressive, and utterly magnetic. Originally from London and raised in New Haven, Escoffery honed his craft under saxophone legend Jackie McLean before earning his stripes with the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute. From there, his career skyrocketed – from touring the world with trumpet master Tom Harrell for over a decade, to co-producing acclaimed albums with his own Quartet, and holding down the sax chair with The Mingus Big Band. His newest release, Alone, featuring an all-star lineup of Gerald Clayton, Ron Carter, and Carl Allen, has critics calling it “the best jazz album of 2024 so far.” Haunting, atmospheric, and masterful, it captures Escoffery at his most vulnerable and powerful. Beyond his fiery solos and lush ballads, Escoffery is also the founder of the Black Art Jazz Collective, dedicated to celebrating the origins of jazz and Black artistry through original compositions. He continues to shape the next generation as director of Jazz Ensembles at Yale. Band Lineup: Wayne Escoffery, Tenor Saxophone David Kikoski, Piano Ugonna Okegwo, Bass Clarence Penn, Drums 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00, $30.50, $50.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 Get ready for an unforgettable week with Wayne Escoffery, one of the most commanding saxophone voices in jazz today. A Grammy winner and two-time Downbeat Critics Poll winner, Escoffery’s sound is bold, deeply expressive, and utterly magnetic. Originally from London and raised in New Haven, Escoffery honed his craft under saxophone legend Jackie McLean before earning his stripes with the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute. From there, his career skyrocketed – from touring the world with trumpet master Tom Harrell for over a decade, to co-producing acclaimed albums with his own Quartet, and holding down the sax chair with The Mingus Big Band. His newest release, Alone, featuring an all-star lineup of Gerald Clayton, Ron Carter, and Carl Allen, has critics calling it “the best jazz album of 2024 so far.” Haunting, atmospheric, and masterful, it captures Escoffery at his most vulnerable and powerful. Beyond his fiery solos and lush ballads, Escoffery is also the founder of the Black Art Jazz Collective, dedicated to celebrating the origins of jazz and Black artistry through original compositions. He continues to shape the next generation as director of Jazz Ensembles at Yale. Band Lineup: Wayne Escoffery, Tenor Saxophone David Kikoski, Piano Ugonna Okegwo, Bass Clarence Penn, Drums 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00, $30.50, $50.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 Get ready for an unforgettable week with Wayne Escoffery, one of the most commanding saxophone voices in jazz today. A Grammy winner and two-time Downbeat Critics Poll winner, Escoffery’s sound is bold, deeply expressive, and utterly magnetic. Originally from London and raised in New Haven, Escoffery honed his craft under saxophone legend Jackie McLean before earning his stripes with the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute. From there, his career skyrocketed – from touring the world with trumpet master Tom Harrell for over a decade, to co-producing acclaimed albums with his own Quartet, and holding down the sax chair with The Mingus Big Band. His newest release, Alone, featuring an all-star lineup of Gerald Clayton, Ron Carter, and Carl Allen, has critics calling it “the best jazz album of 2024 so far.” Haunting, atmospheric, and masterful, it captures Escoffery at his most vulnerable and powerful. Beyond his fiery solos and lush ballads, Escoffery is also the founder of the Black Art Jazz Collective, dedicated to celebrating the origins of jazz and Black artistry through original compositions. He continues to shape the next generation as director of Jazz Ensembles at Yale. Band Lineup: Wayne Escoffery, Tenor Saxophone David Kikoski, Piano Ugonna Okegwo, Bass Clarence Penn, Drums 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00 & $40.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 Get ready for an unforgettable week with Wayne Escoffery, one of the most commanding saxophone voices in jazz today. A Grammy winner and two-time Downbeat Critics Poll winner, Escoffery’s sound is bold, deeply expressive, and utterly magnetic. Originally from London and raised in New Haven, Escoffery honed his craft under saxophone legend Jackie McLean before earning his stripes with the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute. From there, his career skyrocketed – from touring the world with trumpet master Tom Harrell for over a decade, to co-producing acclaimed albums with his own Quartet, and holding down the sax chair with The Mingus Big Band. His newest release, Alone, featuring an all-star lineup of Gerald Clayton, Ron Carter, and Carl Allen, has critics calling it “the best jazz album of 2024 so far.” Haunting, atmospheric, and masterful, it captures Escoffery at his most vulnerable and powerful. Beyond his fiery solos and lush ballads, Escoffery is also the founder of the Black Art Jazz Collective, dedicated to celebrating the origins of jazz and Black artistry through original compositions. He continues to shape the next generation as director of Jazz Ensembles at Yale. Band Lineup: Wayne Escoffery, Tenor Saxophone David Kikoski, Piano Ugonna Okegwo, Bass Clarence Penn, Drums 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00 & $35.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 Dante “Taz” Roberson is a distinguished drummer, and founder of the Da Groove Collective Jazz Quartet. With over 20+ years in live performances and touring, he infuses each show with heartfelt passion. Recognized for his powerful grooves and creative style, he has shared stages with various artists including Eric Benet, Cameo, Joe, Kem, Alicia Keys, Najee, Tank, Tony! Toni! Tone! and Howard Wiley. His unique style has captivated audiences at Iconic venues such as the Jazz Café in London and esteemed events like the San Jose and Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festivals. Dante credits his musical versatility to the thriving musical culture of his hometown in the Bay Area. His sound blends elements of funk, jazz, and classic R&B, creating a “Collective” vibe that feels both nostalgic and contemporary. Band Lineup: Michael “Tiny” Lindsay, Bass Eddie Minniefield, Sax George Epps, Keys Dante “Taz” Roberson, Drums 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00 & $40.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 Two-time Grammy nominee Benito Gonzalez is a pianist who electrifies every room he enters. Seamlessly blending a deep lineage of American jazz traditions with global rhythms, Benito’s sound is fiery, spiritual, and unmistakably his own. He’s performed with legends like Kenny Garrett, Pharoah Sanders, Roy Hargrove, Christian McBride, and Al Foster – and his playing carries that same fearless mastery. Whether reimagining McCoy Tyner classics, diving into a Coltrane favorite, or unleashing his own powerful compositions, Benito brings the house down with every set. After winning first prize at the Great American Jazz Piano Competition, Benito’s debut album Starting Point (featuring Christian McBride and Antonio Sanchez) established him as a pianist to watch. His acclaimed record Passion Reverence Transcendence revealed an artist with a singular voice, honoring his heroes while carving his own path. From headlining international festivals to serving as musical director for Pharoah Sanders, Benito continues to build a legacy rooted in authenticity, intensity, and boundless creativity. Band Lineup: Benito Gonzalez, piano Josh Evans, trumpet Michael Ode, drums Giulio Xavier Cetto, bass 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00, $30.50, $50.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 Two-time Grammy nominee Benito Gonzalez is a pianist who electrifies every room he enters. Seamlessly blending a deep lineage of American jazz traditions with global rhythms, Benito’s sound is fiery, spiritual, and unmistakably his own. He’s performed with legends like Kenny Garrett, Pharoah Sanders, Roy Hargrove, Christian McBride, and Al Foster – and his playing carries that same fearless mastery. Whether reimagining McCoy Tyner classics, diving into a Coltrane favorite, or unleashing his own powerful compositions, Benito brings the house down with every set. After winning first prize at the Great American Jazz Piano Competition, Benito’s debut album Starting Point (featuring Christian McBride and Antonio Sanchez) established him as a pianist to watch. His acclaimed record Passion Reverence Transcendence revealed an artist with a singular voice, honoring his heroes while carving his own path. From headlining international festivals to serving as musical director for Pharoah Sanders, Benito continues to build a legacy rooted in authenticity, intensity, and boundless creativity. Band Lineup: Benito Gonzalez, piano Josh Evans, trumpet Michael Ode, drums Giulio Xavier Cetto, bass 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00, $30.50, $50.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 Two-time Grammy nominee Benito Gonzalez is a pianist who electrifies every room he enters. Seamlessly blending a deep lineage of American jazz traditions with global rhythms, Benito’s sound is fiery, spiritual, and unmistakably his own. He’s performed with legends like Kenny Garrett, Pharoah Sanders, Roy Hargrove, Christian McBride, and Al Foster – and his playing carries that same fearless mastery. Whether reimagining McCoy Tyner classics, diving into a Coltrane favorite, or unleashing his own powerful compositions, Benito brings the house down with every set. After winning first prize at the Great American Jazz Piano Competition, Benito’s debut album Starting Point (featuring Christian McBride and Antonio Sanchez) established him as a pianist to watch. His acclaimed record Passion Reverence Transcendence revealed an artist with a singular voice, honoring his heroes while carving his own path. From headlining international festivals to serving as musical director for Pharoah Sanders, Benito continues to build a legacy rooted in authenticity, intensity, and boundless creativity. Band Lineup: Benito Gonzalez, piano Josh Evans, trumpet Michael Ode, drums Giulio Xavier Cetto, bass 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00 & $40.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 Two-time Grammy nominee Benito Gonzalez is a pianist who electrifies every room he enters. Seamlessly blending a deep lineage of American jazz traditions with global rhythms, Benito’s sound is fiery, spiritual, and unmistakably his own. He’s performed with legends like Kenny Garrett, Pharoah Sanders, Roy Hargrove, Christian McBride, and Al Foster – and his playing carries that same fearless mastery. Whether reimagining McCoy Tyner classics, diving into a Coltrane favorite, or unleashing his own powerful compositions, Benito brings the house down with every set. After winning first prize at the Great American Jazz Piano Competition, Benito’s debut album Starting Point (featuring Christian McBride and Antonio Sanchez) established him as a pianist to watch. His acclaimed record Passion Reverence Transcendence revealed an artist with a singular voice, honoring his heroes while carving his own path. From headlining international festivals to serving as musical director for Pharoah Sanders, Benito continues to build a legacy rooted in authenticity, intensity, and boundless creativity. Band Lineup: Benito Gonzalez, piano Josh Evans, trumpet Michael Ode, drums Giulio Xavier Cetto, bass 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00 & $40.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 Jayla Hernández, an Afro-Latina drummer, student, and jazz enthusiast, embodies the rich sound of West Oakland soul. Rooted in her Cuban heritage, Jayla has studied a wide range of jazz eras and styles, channeling the strength of her ancestors to open audiences’ ears and hearts to the essence of Black music. Versed in Hip Hop, R&B, Swing, Blues, and Afro-Cuban rhythms, she graduated from the Oakland School for the Arts in 2020 and is now pursuing a bachelor's degree in Jazz Studies at the prestigious San Francisco Conservatory of Music on a full scholarship. Jayla has collaborated with musical luminaries such as members of the SFJAZZ Collective, Tiffany Austin, Carmen Bradford, Warren Wolf, Marcus Shelby, Tammy Hall, Ruben Rogers, and Joshua Redman. Her teaching experience includes roles at the Oakland Public Conservatory of Music, East Bay Performing Arts Center, Oaktown Jazz, and Girls Rock Camp, in addition to running her own private lesson studio. She has performed at prominent venues like the Fox and Paramount Theaters, Yoshis, SFJAZZ, and the Art and Soul Festival. Recently, Jayla was honored with acceptance into the Chicago Ravinia Steans Institute. She plans to continue her journey by educating audiences and delving deeper into the world of Black American Music. Band Lineup: Tinashe McGowan, Piano Alan Jones, Upright Bass Ayden Johnson, Alto Sax Jayla Hernández, Drums 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00 & $40.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 The NYC-based critically acclaimed “Alex Weitz Group” will make their anticipated return to Black Cat SF from August 28-31st. They are known for their strong group dynamic, exciting interpretations of standards, and captivating original compositions. Across the span of a decade they have recorded four albums, including their recent release “Rule of Thirds” on Outside in Music as well as “Live at the Black Cat”. Bandleader Alex Weitz won second place in the Michael Brecker International Saxophone Competition, has won two ASCAP Herb Alpert Composer Awards, and was a recent finalist in the DCJazzPrix. Alex has performed at esteemed venues and jazz festivals around the world including Dizzy's Club, Tucson Jazz Festival, Red Sea Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Birdland Jazz Club, Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, Jazz Standard, South Beach Jazz Festival, Smalls Jazz Club, Telluride Jazz Festival, and the Jazz Showcase. “It is impossible not to be knocked out by the sheer creative firepower of Alex Weitz.” - The Jazz Word Band Lineup: Alex Weitz, saxophone, composer Tal Cohen, piano Ben Tiberio, bass Evan Hyde, drums 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00, $30.50, $50.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 The NYC-based critically acclaimed “Alex Weitz Group” will make their anticipated return to Black Cat SF from August 28-31st. They are known for their strong group dynamic, exciting interpretations of standards, and captivating original compositions. Across the span of a decade they have recorded four albums, including their recent release “Rule of Thirds” on Outside in Music as well as “Live at the Black Cat”. Bandleader Alex Weitz won second place in the Michael Brecker International Saxophone Competition, has won two ASCAP Herb Alpert Composer Awards, and was a recent finalist in the DCJazzPrix. Alex has performed at esteemed venues and jazz festivals around the world including Dizzy's Club, Tucson Jazz Festival, Red Sea Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Birdland Jazz Club, Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, Jazz Standard, South Beach Jazz Festival, Smalls Jazz Club, Telluride Jazz Festival, and the Jazz Showcase. “It is impossible not to be knocked out by the sheer creative firepower of Alex Weitz.” - The Jazz Word Band Lineup: Alex Weitz, saxophone, composer Tal Cohen, piano Ben Tiberio, bass Evan Hyde, drums 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00, $30.50, $50.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 The NYC-based critically acclaimed “Alex Weitz Group” will make their anticipated return to Black Cat SF from August 28-31st. They are known for their strong group dynamic, exciting interpretations of standards, and captivating original compositions. Across the span of a decade they have recorded four albums, including their recent release “Rule of Thirds” on Outside in Music as well as “Live at the Black Cat”. Bandleader Alex Weitz won second place in the Michael Brecker International Saxophone Competition, has won two ASCAP Herb Alpert Composer Awards, and was a recent finalist in the DCJazzPrix. Alex has performed at esteemed venues and jazz festivals around the world including Dizzy's Club, Tucson Jazz Festival, Red Sea Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Birdland Jazz Club, Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, Jazz Standard, South Beach Jazz Festival, Smalls Jazz Club, Telluride Jazz Festival, and the Jazz Showcase. “It is impossible not to be knocked out by the sheer creative firepower of Alex Weitz.” - The Jazz Word Band Lineup: Alex Weitz, saxophone, composer Tal Cohen, piano Ben Tiberio, bass Evan Hyde, drums 

Celebrate with our JAZZfest Summer Saver lower prices! Tickets: $15.00 & $40.50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 The NYC-based critically acclaimed “Alex Weitz Group” will make their anticipated return to Black Cat SF from August 28-31st. They are known for their strong group dynamic, exciting interpretations of standards, and captivating original compositions. Across the span of a decade they have recorded four albums, including their recent release “Rule of Thirds” on Outside in Music as well as “Live at the Black Cat”. Bandleader Alex Weitz won second place in the Michael Brecker International Saxophone Competition, has won two ASCAP Herb Alpert Composer Awards, and was a recent finalist in the DCJazzPrix. Alex has performed at esteemed venues and jazz festivals around the world including Dizzy's Club, Tucson Jazz Festival, Red Sea Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Birdland Jazz Club, Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, Jazz Standard, South Beach Jazz Festival, Smalls Jazz Club, Telluride Jazz Festival, and the Jazz Showcase. “It is impossible not to be knocked out by the sheer creative firepower of Alex Weitz.” - The Jazz Word Band Lineup: Alex Weitz, saxophone, composer Tal Cohen, piano Ben Tiberio, bass Evan Hyde, drums