Blue Note Jazz Club

Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter Sy Smith, widely celebrated as the “queen of underground soul,” brings her sophisticated blend of R&B, jazz, and independent soul to Blue Note Los Angeles. With a career that includes collaborations and tours with Whitney Houston, Meshell Ndegeocello, Sheila E., Pete Escovedo, Chris Botti, and many others, Smith combines vocal finesse with an […]

Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter Sy Smith, a leading voice in independent soul, comes to Blue Note Los Angeles with special guest T.J. Wilkins. Smith’s career bridges soul, R&B, jazz, and hip-hop, with collaborations and performances alongside artists including Whitney Houston, Sheila E., Pete Escovedo, and Chris Botti. Joining her is acclaimed R&B and soul vocalist T.J. Wilkins, […]

Durti-Ryce featuring Deron makes its Blue Note LA debut with a soulful celebration of the music of Frankie Beverly & Maze. Built around a catalog beloved for its smooth grooves, heartfelt vocals, and enduring feel-good spirit, the evening offers a warm tribute to one of R&B and soul’s most treasured musical legacies. The intimate Blue […]

Singer-songwriter KIRBY brings her rich, expressive voice and soulful contemporary sound to Blue Note Los Angeles. Drawing on classic R&B traditions while embracing deeply personal modern songwriting, KIRBY creates performances filled with warmth, vulnerability, and undeniable vocal presence, making the intimate Blue Note setting an especially natural home for her music. There is another performance […]

Veteran hip-hop artist Brother Ali brings his thoughtful lyricism and commanding stage presence to Blue Note Los Angeles, backed by a live band. Across a career spanning more than two decades and ten critically acclaimed albums, Ali has built a reputation for deeply personal storytelling, uplifting performances, and music that engages questions of identity, spirituality, […]

Singer, songwriter, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist Judith Hill brings her commanding voice and genre-spanning musicianship to Blue Note Los Angeles. Her career has placed her alongside artists including Prince, Michael Jackson, Elton John, and Spike Lee, while her solo work has developed an increasingly adventurous blend of soul, funk, rock, and R&B. With albums including the […]

Hosted by acclaimed drummer and musical director Brian Collier, Beyond the Beat celebrates musicianship, spontaneity, and Los Angeles’ vibrant community of working artists. Each gathering begins with a featured performance before opening into a carefully curated musical session where established performers, emerging talent, and surprise guests can meet in the moment. Rooted in jazz but […]

Virtuoso guitarist Stanley Jordan brings his unmistakable approach to the Blue Note stage alongside Chris Wabich on drums and Ahmet Turkmenoglu on bass. Celebrated for expanding the expressive possibilities of the guitar, Jordan combines extraordinary technical ability with a deeply melodic sensibility, moving effortlessly through jazz, improvisation, and richly textured arrangements. The trio setting places […]

GRAMMY Award-winning saxophonist Kirk Whalum brings his signature blend of jazz, gospel, and R&B to Blue Note Los Angeles for an evening of extraordinary musicianship. Known for his expressive tone and celebrated collaborations with artists including Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross, and Barbra Streisand, Whalum continues to be one of contemporary jazz's most respected performers. His […]