Jun 9, 2026 10:54 AM
In Memoriam: James Blood Ulmer, 1940–2026
With deep sorrow and profound love, we announce the passing of James Blood Ulmer, a boldly innovative guitarist,…
Vocalist Amirtha Kidambi is planning to stream a Thursday set.
(Photo: Chris Weiss)As performers look to replace income from lost gigs and regain a sense of community amid the coronavirus pandemic, a number of musicians are using online streaming services to connect directly with fans. We’ll keep a running tab for the week below.
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Sept. 14: Joe Farnsworth Quartet
Sept. 15: Sasha Dobson Sextet
Sept. 15: Tierney Sutton & Tamir Hendelman
Sept. 15: Allegra Levy’s Lose My Number: Allegra Levy Sings John McNeil release show
Sept. 16: Hiromi & Simon Phillips
Sept. 16: Jeremy Pelt Quintet
Sept. 16: Hiromi
Sept. 16: CoPA Conversations: Hank Shocklee & Timo Andres
Sept. 17: Jazz Institute of Chicago’s Keep The Music Playing Virtual Gala
Sept. 17: Emmet Cohen Group
Sept. 17: Amirtha Kidambi
Sept. 17: Aruan Ortiz Ensemble
Sept. 18: Wayne Escoffery Quartet
Sept. 18: Frank Basile/Sam Dillon Quintet
Sept. 18: Wayne Shorter Celebration, Part 5
Sept. 18: Bill Frisell Trio
Sept. 18: Bill Charlap & Wynton Marsalis
Sept. 19: Akiko Tsuruga Quintet
Sept. 19: Keyon Harrold
Sept. 19: Bill Charlap & Wynton Marsalis
Sept. 19: Wayne Escoffery Quartet
Sept. 20: The Puerto Rican Jazz Connection presented by John Santos with David Sánchez
Sept. 20: Ehud Asherie Trio
Sept. 20: Tamir Hendelman (Richard Rodgers tribute)
Updated Sept. 18
To the world, James Blood Ulmer was a legend, a visionary and a musical force whose sound was distinctive and unique. To his family, he was their teacher, their storyteller and a source of strength.
Jun 9, 2026 10:54 AM
With deep sorrow and profound love, we announce the passing of James Blood Ulmer, a boldly innovative guitarist,…
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