San Jose Jazz

San Jose Jazz Founded in 1986, SJZ is a public benefit corporation celebrating jazz as a dynamic, evolving art form
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Join us for our FREE SJZ Break Room Jazz Jam, on a special day! This Friday, January 16, we welcome Mars Volta drummer T...
01/14/2026

Join us for our FREE SJZ Break Room Jazz Jam, on a special day! This Friday, January 16, we welcome Mars Volta drummer Thomas Pridgen as special guest at the jam from 7–9, following a concert by the Michael Webster Quartet. Drop in anytime for some great live music downtown.

Scott Fulton built our popup SJZ Break Room venue from the ground up. As he moves on to other endeavors, help us say a f...
01/10/2026

Scott Fulton built our popup SJZ Break Room venue from the ground up. As he moves on to other endeavors, help us say a fond farewell this Sunday, Jan 11 at 6pm. We'll celebrate Scott's contributions to SJZ with two fantastic sets of home grown jazz: Leela Paymai's Persian/jazz fusion project ZHENIIA, and music from the NYC-based Arnie Sainz and special guests. Tickets are just $21.80! sanjosejazz.org/tickets.

Join us to thank and wish a fond farewell to Scott Fulton, the originating project manager of the SJZ Break Room. Two se...
01/07/2026

Join us to thank and wish a fond farewell to Scott Fulton, the originating project manager of the SJZ Break Room. Two sets will showcase Zheniia, Jazz Aid Fund artist Leela Paymai's stunning Persian/jazz fusion project, and Bay Area-born NYC pianist Arnie Sainz with an amazing band including 2026 Jazz Aid Fund artist Jason Lewis and two other New York musicians, Robert Papacica and Alistair Johnston. Just $21.80! (Incl. fees) sanjosejazz.org/tickets.

Tonight's FIve Points Session is led by drummer Tabib Hossain, with Henry Silin on guitar, Parsa Khajavi on bass and Dyl...
01/05/2026

Tonight's FIve Points Session is led by drummer Tabib Hossain, with Henry Silin on guitar, Parsa Khajavi on bass and Dylan Peek on trumpet. Known for his work in jazz and fusion, Tabib is an active figure in the local Bay Area music scene, bringing soulful energy and rhythmic fire to performances. 8:30-11:30p. 21+ only. This free, weekly jazz jam/concert is sponsored in part by SJZ.

01/05/2026

Have you been to The Hang? Our newest program at the SJZ Break Room features a concert by a well-known regional or national touring artist, along with an artist-led vinyl listening session and talkback. Next up is The Mars Volta drummer Thomas Pridgen on Jan 17, who's played with everyone from Kiesha Cole and Suicidal Tendencies to Chief Adjuah and Thundercat. Tickets are just $21.80! (Incl. fees) sanjosejazz.org/tickets.

12/31/2025

Holiday greetings from vocalist Elena and bassist June as they jam on "I'll Be Home for Christmas" with "Dimitrio el Musico," an alebrije currently on loan to the SJZ Break Room from artist Fernando Escartiz. There's still time to make a year end gift to support a permanent work from Fernando for the building to replace those stolen a few months ago. Please give now to keep visual art in our space, and Happy New Year! bit.ly/488u0BK

12/27/2025

Jazz Aid Fund awardee Mara Hruby launched her career with the 2010 EP "From Her Eyes," reinterpreting classics by Jamiroquai, Bob Marley and D'Angelo from a feminine perspective, generating over 80,000 downloads. She has sold out venues like Yoshi's Oakland and Blue Note Jazz Club, and has performed at the 75th Annual Stern Grove Festival, 28th Annual Long Beach Jazz Festival and Grammy Weekend events. Listen to a clip from her SJZ-commissioned "So Happy," and learn more about our 2026 JAF cohort at sanjosejazz.org/jaf.

12/24/2025

Members of our High School All Stars--Daniel, Massimo, June and Yuta--jam on "Jingle Bells" with "Dimitrio el Musico," an alebrije currently on loan to the SJZ Break Room from artist Fernando Escartiz. This holiday season , we're raising funds to commission a permanent work from Fernando for the building to replace those stolen a few months ago. Please give now to keep visual art in our space: bit.ly/488u0BK, and Happy Holidays!

12/24/2025

Saxophonist Daniel Casares has established himself as a sought-after sideman and compelling bandleader, performing with artists including Ms. Lauryn Hill, John Patitucci and Robben Ford. Driven by his passion for jazz, boogaloo, soul and funk, he teamed up with keyboardist Max Cowan to form Atta Kid, a band that reaches into the swampy lilt of New Orleans while creating an entirely unique sound. Take a listen to a clip of his 2026 Jazz Aid Fund-commissioned original, “More Room to Run” and learn more about the initiative at sanjosejazz.org/jaf.

We've created a Spotify playlist of jazz and beyond to accompany you through the season. Bracketed by two exquisite song...
12/23/2025

We've created a Spotify playlist of jazz and beyond to accompany you through the season. Bracketed by two exquisite songs from Samara Joy, the lineup includes Stevie Wonder's plaintive holiday wish "Someday at Christmas," Kermit Ruffins' "A Saints Christmas," Norah Jones and crossover star Laufey's "Better Than Snow" and Jackie Gage's "California Christmas" and much more. It's 1.5 hours of music to accompany your errands, cooking, and gatherings! We hope you enjoy it and have a holiday season filled with peace and joy. bit.ly/SJZ2025Holiday

Tonight at 7pm! Take a break from decking the halls and come on down to Christmas in the Park to see our High School All...
12/22/2025

Tonight at 7pm! Take a break from decking the halls and come on down to Christmas in the Park to see our High School All Stars big band blow the roof off the Community Stage! They'll perform big band arrangements of some of your favorite Holiday tunes at the north end of Plaza de César Chávez.

SJZ Break Room Backer Membership--The Perfect Holiday Gift!🎟️ Four Free Tickets to SJZ Break Room Shows--Over 60 During ...
12/20/2025

SJZ Break Room Backer Membership--The Perfect Holiday Gift!

🎟️ Four Free Tickets to SJZ Break Room Shows--Over 60 During the Year!
🎟️ 20% Off any additional SJZ Break Room Tickets Throughout the Year
😎 50% Off any One Summer Fest GA Ticket or GA Pass
👚 15% Off SJZ Merchandise
🍷 2 Drink Tickets for SJZ Break Room Shows
🎄 Special Holiday Packet and Message for Your Giftee

Our Holiday membership is available until January 9, 2026. Grab one today for the music lover on your list! sanjosejazz.org/support/membership/

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310 S. First Street
San Jose, CA
95113

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm

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+14082887557

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