When it comes down to it, Braxton Cook is a fan like the rest of us. As the acclaimed saxophonist and singer-songwriter prepares for his first appearance at The Blue Note Jazz Festival’s Black Radio ...

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After nearly a decade of reshaping Wine Country's live-music scene, Blue Note Napa will take its final bow at the Napa Valley Opera House on New Year's Eve. The intimate 150-seat venue, which opened ...

After nearly a decade of reshaping Wine Country's live music scene, Blue Note Napa will take its final bow at the Napa Valley Opera House on New Year's Eve. The intimate 150-seat venue, which opened ...

The Napa Valley offshoot of the Blue Note Jazz Festival won’t be held in Napa County this year, at least in the same form as the past two years. Instead, Blue Note producers are putting on The Black ...

The Blue Note Jazz Festival returns to Napa Valley this Labor Day weekend, boasting a new cultural experience for the first time. NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – JULY 07: Tarriona “Tank” Ball of Tank and the ...

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Blue Note Napa presents Her Way — a tribute to Frank Sinatra interpreted through the voice and vision of local jazz vocalist Kellie Fuller. With lush arrangements by local Mike Greensill, performed by ...

Artist in Residence Robert Glasper, Host Dave Chappelle and Director of Culture and Vibes Dwyane Wade greet the crowd during the Blue Note Jazz Festival on July 30, 2023 in Napa, Calif. (Photo ...