The Grape Gratitude Jazz Jam
2026-09-01 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-25 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-18 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-11 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-04 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-28 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Grape, 2733 E Main St, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
$10 cover at the door
Ventura County’s hottest jazz night! Hosted By Tyler Hammond (drums) with the hottest rotating house band around, often featuring Karl Hunter (saxophone), Guil Juliao (bass), and friends.
You are guaranteed to find SOMETHING during this night that will butter your biscuit. It’s the best variety night this side of the Conejo Grade.
21+
Doors and signup at 6:30 pm
Jazz Jam Guidelines:
1. The focus of this jam is to play Jazz music. It is NOT live band Karaoke.
2. Be prepared/ Know the tune/Know what key you’d like to play the tune in.
3. Bring charts for the band if you’re going out of standard Jazz repertoire.
4. After the melody is finished, allow room for everyone to solo.
5. Please don’t come onto the stage unless you are called up.
6. Be kind and supportive to other performers.
7. After 9pm, there’s no guarantee you’ll get a turn.
8. Whatever Tyler says, goes.

Happy Hour w/ Monte Montgomery & Friends
2026-09-01 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-25 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-18 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-04 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-28 17:00 - 19:00
no cover
bar side
Happy Hour with multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, Monte Montgomery and special guests

TrueSchool Allstars - Funk Rock and R&B Experience
2026-08-28 20:00 - 23:00
TrueSchool Allstars is a powerhouse Funk, Rock, and R&B ensemble featuring world-class musicians renowned for their electrifying stage presence, exceptional musicianship, and high-energy performances that keep audiences moving all night long. Expect to dance this show with a dance floor layout.
$30 PRESALE
$40 DOOR
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Happy Hour with The Fred Kaplan Trio
2026-08-28 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-21 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-14 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-31 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-24 17:00 - 19:00
West Coast Swing and Boogie Woogie Blues with Fred Kaplan and friends
Every Friday in the bar side Happy Hour 5-7pm.
no cover

Happy Hour with Collins & Rollins Quartet
2026-08-27 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-20 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-13 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-06 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-30 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-23 17:00 - 19:00
barside
No cover
Kent Rollins – piano
Tom Collins – guitar

Dayramir Gonzalez Quartet
2026-08-14 20:00 - 23:00
$35 Advanced/$40 Door
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Acclaimed Havana-born pianist Dayramir González is a force of nature in the world of Afro-Cuban jazz. A Yamaha Artist known for his “monster technique,” González’s performances are a vibrant intersection of West African Yoruba roots, European classical training, and modern American jazz. From his latest electronic-infused release, V.I.D.A. (2024), to his mastery of the elegant danzón, González serves as a powerhouse bridge between generations, cementing his reputation as one of the most innovative Latin jazz voices of our time. Performing with Tony Austin on drums, Tiago Gonzalez on bass and Ollie Lopez on percussion.

Happy Hour with the Franklin and Mercedes Duo Show
2026-08-08 17:00 - 19:00
The Franklin and Mercedes Duo show featuring traditional swing and modern jazz.

RJ Mischo's 1st Wednesday Blues Showcase
2026-08-05 19:00 - 22:00
$10 cover
RJ Mischo’s monthly “First Wednesday” Blues Showcase, featuring an all-star lineup of blues musicians.

Lyle Workman
2026-08-01 20:00 - 23:00
Lyle Workman is an acclaimed guitarist, composer, and producer whose career spans rock, jazz, film, and television. A first-call musician for artists including Sting, Beck, and Todd Rundgren, Workman has also composed music for major films such as Superbad, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, and Forgetting Sarah Marshall. Known for his versatility, virtuosity, and distinctive musical voice, he seamlessly blends jazz, rock, and cinematic influences into unforgettable performances.
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Carlo Alfonso
2026-07-24 20:00 - 23:00
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Carlo Alfonso is a Cuban-Mexican
saxophonist, composer, arranger, producer,
and multi-instrumentalist based in Los
Angeles. With more than 17 years of musical
experience, his sound brings together modern
jazz, Afro-Cuban rhythm, Latin music, R&B,
funk, pop, and contemporary production.

Known for his expressive saxophone sound, rhythmic sensitivity, and ability to move
naturally across musical worlds, Carlo’s artistry extends beyond the saxophone. His
creative voice includes woodwinds, piano, keyboards, electric bass, guitar, arranging,
and production, allowing him to approach music as both a performer and a complete
creator.
Since relocating to Los Angeles in 2024, Carlo has quickly built momentum across the
city’s live music and creative scenes, performing at venues such as Catalina Jazz Club,
Vibrato and The Music Center.
His performance credits include Karol G, Emmanuel, Tony Succar, Wayne Linsey, Raúl
Pineda, Fausto Cuevas, and other respected artists and musicians.
As an Official Eastman Artist, Carlo represents a new generation of musicians building
bridges between tradition and modern identity. His work reflects the perspective of a
young artist building a sound that honors tradition while speaking clearly to the
present.
