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Jaz Sawyer: Abstract Jazz and Instrumental Experiments

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

An integration of abstract jazz with breakbeats and improvised grooves, Jaz Sawyer explores an instrumental experiment including both originals and arrangements of jazz and pop standards. Featuring: Jaz Sawyer - drums, percussion Sarah Voynow - harp Cava Menzies - piano, keyboards Imalu Menzies - percussion, keyboards Jaz Sawyer began playing drums at the age of […]

$10 – $20

Willow Steps: Indie Folk Pop

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

With simple song structures and catchy melodies, Willow Steps features folky tunes of love and heartbreak by singer/songwriter Jesse Strickman and vocalist Leiya Mahoney. The duo’s introspective harmonies are accompanied by upright bassist Schuyler Karr for the celebration of their new community-funded EP, A Truth Too Big to See. Opening the evening is an acoustic […]

$10 – $15

Guarandinga: Afro-Venezuelan Pop for the Dancefloor

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Weaving together Afro-Caribbean beats and fueled by folklore, pop, and gritty East Bay funk, Guarandinga descends on the Poppy for an infectious electronic dance party that promises to help you forget the cold, wet weather. Featuring: Rowan Jimenez - vocals, percussion Jeremy Allen - bass, vocals, cuatro, percussion Kenya Moses - percussion, vocals Chris Carter […]

$15 – $20

IndiviDúo: California & Colombian Pop Duo

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Salsa, bossa nova, boleros, and Colombian cumbia meet in the dynamic Latin pop of IndiviDúo, a cross-continental collaboration between San Francisco-born songstress Tiffany Joy and Colombian songsmith Maqui Reyes. Expect an evening of infectious originals and celebrated hits in the duo’s Red Poppy debut. Featuring: Maqui Reyes - vocals, guitar, ukulele Tiffany Joy - guitar, […]

$10 – $20

Alicyn Yaffee Trio: Pop, Jazz, and Rock

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Singer/songwriter Alicyn Yaffee makes her Red Poppy debut with an evening of indie-pop sensibilities, punk, jazz guitar, and soulful vocals. Her trio includes Santana bassist/musical director Benny Rietveld, who produced her debut album, Someone Else, which features Cindy Blackman, Ronnie Foster, and Rietveld. Featuring: Alicyn Yaffee - guitar, vocals Hamir Atwal - drums Jeff Cressman […]

$15 – $20

Amanda Abizaid: Bridging East and West With Song

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Amanda Abizaid makes her Red Poppy debut with an evening of sophisticated pop, lyrics for peace and equality, touches of her Lebanese heritage, and a special appearance by San Francisco pop band Anna Karney and Beautiful Losers. Featuring: Amanda Abizaid - acoustic guitar, flute, vocals Lindsay Gillis - acoustic […]

$15 – $20

The Creak and John Steven Morgan: Original Indie Folk

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Five-piece string band the Creak, who blend folk, pop, and Americana with intriguing songwriting, makes their Red Poppy debut with mostly original music from their latest release, You Got Eyes, as well as select covers. Joined by composer/pianist John Steven Morgan, the evening includes a hard-swinging rhythm section and memorable melodies, along with instrumental interplay […]

$15 – $20

Jenna & the Charmers: Cinematic Chamber Pop & Jazz

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Through a creative approach on some of their favorite songs from the past 40 years, Jenna & the Charmers delight in their dreamy, swinging, and sometimes rocking explorations of the songs that influenced them. Their Red Poppy debut will feature their own original compositions, as well as songs by Joni Mitchell, Squeeze, Elvis Costello, Jon […]

$15 – $20

Subhi: Indian Pop with Jazz Influences

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Chicago-born singer/songwriter/composer Subhi's music​ showcase​s​ a blend of her Indian roots, pop, the jazz culture of her hometown, and everything in-between. At her first Red Poppy performance, she’ll be presenting selections from her debut album, Shaitaan Dil (“Naughty Heart”), written during her travels between Mumbai and Chicago, as well as the Indian jazz album she’s […]

$20 – $25

Zona Blu with Suzanne Kramer: Soul Jazz

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Bay Area jazz quartet Zona Blu, who specialize in Latin, funk, and swing grooves, returns to the Poppy with singer Suzanne Kramer, renowned for her alt-pop country/folk vocals with indie band Sugar Ponies. Featuring: Suzanne Kramer - vocals Jim Wasco - piano David Kaufer - guitar Steve Teich - alto sax/flute Greg Galli - drums […]

$15 – $20

Jason Anick & Jason Yeager Quartet: Modern Chamber Jazz with Latin & Pop Influences

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Bringing together original compositions and creative covers of music from the Great American Songbook and the Beatles, Berklee College of Music faculty members Jason Anick and Jason Yeager’s "jazz without borders" approach to music-making features adventurous improvisations and a commitment to melody and group interplay. At their first Red Poppy show together, expect to hear […]

$20 – $25

Rob Flax w/ Katy Stephan: Singer-Songwriter CD Release Show

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Rob Flax performs music from his debut solo record, Distractible Boy. In his “one-man band” shows, Rob uses a looper pedal and other effects to transform his violin into an entire symphony of sounds. Opening the evening, local chanteuse and pianist Katy Stephan offers her signature pop-classicism and previews new material from […]

$15 – $20

SOLD OUT: Bay Area Women Musicians: A Sequel to Women in Jazz

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

A sequel to the Women in Jazz show, this night brings together some of the best up-and-coming female musicians and veteran talents from the Bay Area. Their repertoire spans an eclectic range of styles and genres, from jazz to pop and funk to soul, through a mix of covers and original music. All the musicians […]

$15 – $20

Max Minardi / Little Shrine: Melodic Storytelling & Folk-Pop

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Singer-songwriter Max Minardi opens the show with folk songs reflecting his experiences and humorous stories on the road. Folk-pop trio Little Shrine then closes the night with music from their newly released mini-album, Wilderness, as well as several brand new tunes that have never been shared publicly. The songs, written by vocalist and bassist Jade […]

$15 – $20

Portrait Maker + Girl Swallows Nightingale: Chamber Music for Improvisers

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Roger Kim’s Portrait Maker is a new kind of chamber music that combines elements of jazz, classical, and folk music in a highly personal and organic way. Writing for plucked and bowed string instruments, woodwinds, flute, voices, and sparse percussion and piano, the young guitarist makes his mark as a promising composer with a wonderful […]

$15 – $20

Ramana Vieira: Contemporary Fado

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Ramana Vieira and her ensemble present rapturous rhythms and the passionate stirrings of fado, the folk music of Portugal. Also performing original compositions and American blues/jazz/pop standards, Vieira captivates her audience with the evocative laments of the old world classics blended with innovative instrumentation, creative layers, and soaring vocals.   FEATURING: Ramana Vieira - piano […]

$20 – $25

Jenna Mammina & Rolf Sturm: Jazz & Pop Duo

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Jenna Mammina and Rolf Sturm are an acoustic duo presenting jazz and pop standards, as well as originals. Some of the material will be off of their two recordings, and some might be made up on the spot with the audience!   FEATURING: Jenna Mammina - vocals Rolf Sturm - guitar   ABOUT THE ARTISTS: […]

$15 – $20

McBride, Pera, Starkweather: A 21st Century Songbook

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

McBride, Pera, and Starkweather delve into the great songs of artists ranging from Joni Mitchell to Bob Dorough to Leon Russell. Vocalist, keyboardist, and composer Joyce Todd McBride also brings her original songs into the mix. Together with bassist Stacy Starkweather and drummer Jeff Pera, the trio draws upon the rich eclecticism of the Bay […]

$15 – $20

RDL+: Modern Original Jazz – Album Release Concert

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

RDL+ presents the album release performance of Pacific Voyage. In the spirit of adventure, this live performance album captures it all. From placid waters to raging seas, Pacific Voyage sails the oceans in a vessel of original composition, powered by the raw emotions of the improvisation trio.   FEATURING: Ruthie Dineen - piano Doug Lee […]

$15 – $20

Petros Klampanis Trio: Mediterranean Jazz

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Bassist and composer Petros Klampanis is curious in his approach, always seeking distinctive ways to integrate elements from multiple genres ranging from classical music to pop.   FEATURING: Petros Klampanis - bass Julian Shore - piano Ofri Nehemya - drums   ABOUT THE ARTIST: Named a “bass ace” by Bass Player Magazine, NYC-based Petros Klampanis […]

$20 – $25

Triism / Chord Four: Balkan Folk & Jazz Meets California Avant-Garde

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Triism is a jazz trio from Northern California that plays creative arrangements of original compositions, Balkan folk music, pop songs, and jazz standards. Featuring saxophonist Levi Saelua, bassist Alex Reiff, and drummer Jim Frink, their collaborative arrangements often develop from conversations about politics, pop culture, science, and comedy. Chord Four, a chord-less Los Angeles-based ensemble, […]

$20 – $25

Ashley Wilson & Noa Levy: That’s What Friends Are For

Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Join singer-songwriter Ashley Wilson and jazz vocalist Noa Levy as they bring their voices together for a special night celebrating friendship, creativity, and self-expression through song. Featuring a mix of original compositions and arrangements of popular songs, with backing by an incredible band of musicians, this show will honor the female spirit and the creative […]

$25