Bands, Music & Events Calendar

Music Calendar

Band Descriptions

The Jelly Roll Souls

The Jelly Roll Souls are the youngest swinginist and soulfullest band around today. Born from the collaborative visionary efforts of Lech Wierzynski(Trumpet and Vocals), and Nansamba Ssensalo (Drums), the JRS's deliver a sound thats as joyous and funky as a New Orleans street parade, down-home as a Delta juke joint, and fresh and sweet as a Carolina peach. Working with some the finest musicians in the bay area, the Jelly Roll Souls will not only keep your feet moving, but also delight your ears and most of all, soothe your soul.

San Francisco Medicine Ball Band

The San Francisco Medicine Ball Band was formed in the 1970s as a street band. Led by guitarist David Sturdevant, the band has consisted of some of the best traditional dixieland jazz and be-bop players in the Bay Area. Members have included Pee-Wee Ellis of James Brown's Band, Richie Cole and other well-known(and lesser-known) musicians. The band plays a mix of traditional jazz, New Orleans rhythm and blues and other foot-tapping styles that suit their mood.

Solomon Douglas Swing Trio

Solomon Douglas is a jazz pianist and bandleader whose various bands have played at lindy hop and swing dance events in North America, Asia, and Australia over the past six years. His experience as a swing dancer and dance instructor gives him an understanding unique among musicians of the music that swing dancers like to dance to!

The Corner Pocket Swing Band

Featuring acclaimed pianist and Indigo Swing alum William Beatty, the Corner Pocket Swing Band is San Francisco's hot swing dance band with the sophisticated and elegant sound. The band specializes in playing popular tunes from the 1920s-40s and also plays their own inspired tunes. As a special treat, catch Cat's Corner host singing with the band!