Jazz Concerts & Live Shows in Los Angeles

About Jazz

Emerging from New Orleans at the turn of the 20th century, Jazz is a sophisticated genre rooted in African American musical traditions like blues and ragtime. It is characterized by its reliance on improvisation, complex swing rhythms, and distinctive harmonic structures that often utilize blue notes and polyrhythms. Standard instrumentation typically includes brass, woodwinds, piano, and double bass, though the genre spans from intimate trios to expansive big bands. While its mood varies from somber introspection to high-energy exuberance, Jazz serves as a critical bridge between folk traditions and modern art music, profoundly influencing nearly every major Western contemporary style from rock to hip-hop.

Also known as: Jazz music, Jass

Jazz events in Los Angeles - FAQ

What is Jazz music?

Emerging from New Orleans at the turn of the 20th century, Jazz is a sophisticated genre rooted in African American musical traditions like blues and ragtime. It is characterized by its reliance on improvisation, complex swing rhythms, and distinctive harmonic structures that often utilize blue notes and polyrhythms. Standard instrumentation typically includes brass, woodwinds, piano, and double bass, though the genre spans from intimate trios to expansive big bands. While its mood varies from s…

What Jazz events are in Los Angeles?

Mood tracks all upcoming Jazz events in Los Angeles - concerts, club nights, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily with new events across all major venues. Browse the listings above to find tonight's Jazz events or upcoming shows this week.

What are the characteristics of Jazz music?

Jazz music scores high on organicness (90%), energy (60%), valence (50%), and lower on vocality (30%), grit (20%). These qualities shape the typical Jazz sound at live events and club nights.