Over more than 20 years as a recording artist, the jazz piano phenomenon Hiromi has shifted seamlessly from one spellbinding project to the next. In the process, she’s earned a reputation as one of the most explosive live performers in jazz history and a global ambassador for the art form. Her many triumphs include an NPR Tiny Desk Concert that has racked up 2 million views; the opportunity to represent her native Japan with a performance at the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo; 2024 winner for Best Music Score for the animated feature film Blue Giant (Award of the Japanese Academy); and a GRAMMY Award for a collaboration with fusion hero Stanley Clarke. Her artistry is — to borrow a descriptor the New Yorker favored — “dazzling.”
Jazz Music Events with an Open Mic Option
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Dan Gabel and his Orchestra - Summer Concert (4)
09-04-2025 6:00 pm
Free Event
Dan Gabel and his Orchestra
"The real deal!"
"The champion of authentic Big Band and vintage jazz" -Syncopated Times
Hailed by the Boston Globe as "The read deal...[a band] that looks and sounds just like the 1940s" Dan Gabel and his Bands have entertained three Governors, a Four-Star General, sold-out concerts, and performed for countless dances, weddings, and fundraisers. Based in Central New England, Gabel's arrangements and compositions have been commissioned and performed across the U.S. by professional Orchestras, Big Bands, and also student ensembles.
Tuba Skinny
09-10-2025 7:30 pm
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For over a decade Tuba Skinny has grown steadily in popularity, releasing twelve albums and touring all over the world. They’ve attracted a wide variety of fans, young and old, neophytes and niche-enthusiasts, with the strength of their musicianship and the scope of their jazz and American roots music catalog. The band is composed of Shaye Cohn (cornet), Barnabus Jones (trombone), Todd Burdick (tuba), Craig Flory (clarinet), Gregory Sherman (guitar and vocals), Max Bien-Kahn (banjo), Robin Rapuzzi (washboard), and Erika Lewis (vocals and bass drum).
While they’ve become known as world-class interpreters of traditional jazz, over the years they’ve branched out into jug band music, spirituals, country blues, string band music, ragtime, and New Orleans R&B. Their approach is a true reflection of Americana, encompassing the full genealogy of popular American music from an early 20th century perspective.
Michelle Willson: Barside
09-12-2025 5:30 pm
Free Event
A writer in the respected Allmusic.com once put it this way: "Her singing is like a strong cup of Joe -- it beelines to the gut and jolts the system."
And that's putting it mildly.
Michelle’s music is regularly played on blues radio and internet programs all around the globe and her original music was featured in the HBO series “Mind of the Married Man”, as well as on the House of Blues compilation album Essential Women in the Blues.
Whether moaning a blues or joyously shouting a jump tune, Michelle and her band have the rare ability to make this music sound fresh and exciting, as well as timeless and classic.
Sunday Jazz Jam
09-14-2025 11:00 am
Free Event
Sip your favorite coffee and settle into the cozy charm of our farmhouse for an unforgettable hour of music with the MetroWest Jazz Project. This talented collaboration of jazz musicians brings you acoustic contemporary jazz, highlighted by the rich, mellow tones of the vibraphone.
After the concert, the music keeps flowing with an open jam session, welcoming musicians of all ages and skill levels, from enthusiastic beginners to seasoned pros. Free admission | Donations gratefully accepted.
Dan Gabel and his Orchestra - Big Band Dance
09-19-2025 7:00 pm
tickets $35, advance sales only
Dan Gabel and his Orchestra
"The real deal!"
"The champion of authentic Big Band and vintage jazz" -Syncopated Times
Hailed by the Boston Globe as "The read deal...[a band] that looks and sounds just like the 1940s" Dan Gabel and his Bands have entertained three Governors, a Four-Star General, sold-out concerts, and performed for countless dances, weddings, and fundraisers. Based in Central New England, Gabel's arrangements and compositions have been commissioned and performed across the U.S. by professional Orchestras, Big Bands, and also student ensembles.
Gabel Music features a roster of accomplished and internationally-acclaimed musicians who have performed in prestigious venues all over the world.
Dan Gabel and his Orchestra - Big Band Dance (2)
09-19-2025 7:00 pm
tickets $35, advance sales only
Dan Gabel and his Orchestra
"The real deal!"
"The champion of authentic Big Band and vintage jazz" -Syncopated Times
Hailed by the Boston Globe as "The read deal...[a band] that looks and sounds just like the 1940s" Dan Gabel and his Bands have entertained three Governors, a Four-Star General, sold-out concerts, and performed for countless dances, weddings, and fundraisers. Based in Central New England, Gabel's arrangements and compositions have been commissioned and performed across the U.S. by professional Orchestras, Big Bands, and also student ensembles.
Gabel Music features a roster of accomplished and internationally-acclaimed musicians who have performed in prestigious venues all over the world.
Stickman Blue
09-27-2025 8:00 pm
$20-$25
Kaye Kelly and Mark Hardt are a powerhouse husband-and-wife musical duo whose performances blend soul, sophistication, and decades of artistic mastery. With over 30 years in the music industry, their sound is equal parts heartfelt and refined—an elevated musical experience that captivates listeners across generations.
Kaye Kelly is an award-winning vocalist, songwriter, and professor at Berklee College of Music, known for her expressive voice, compelling original music, and deep commitment to nurturing the next generation of artists. Her partner on stage and in life, Mark Hardt is a seasoned touring musician and innovative Chapman Stick player whose artistry brings a distinctive texture and depth to the duo’s sound.