The Press Room – Upstairs

The Bad Plus is hands-down one of the most exciting jazz groups in the world. With jaw-dropping chops and the wild, untamable energy of a rock band, these guys could make a believer out of anyone.

For more than forty years, pianist Larry Garland presided over The Press Room’s legendary Tuesday night jazz jam. The tradition lives on in the spirit of Garland, who always welcomed players of all ages and abilities to join in the freewheeling fun.

Kenny Werner has been a world-class pianist and composer for over forty years.

For more than forty years, pianist Larry Garland presided over The Press Room’s legendary Tuesday night jazz jam. The tradition lives on in the spirit of Garland, who always welcomed players of all ages and abilities to join in the freewheeling fun.

Saxophonists Tim O’Dell and Matt Langley reunite with ‘Boundless’ - a new quintet. Compositions will explore jazz from lyrical to free.

For more than forty years, pianist Larry Garland presided over The Press Room’s legendary Tuesday night jazz jam. The tradition lives on in the spirit of Garland, who always welcomed players of all ages and abilities to join in the freewheeling fun.

We are incredibly excited to welcome this amazing saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist whose experience extends well beyond the typical jazz realm, having worked with artists like Frank Sinatra and Steely Dan.

Come and experience one of the headliners of the Boston jazz scene, Tucker Antell with special guest Jason Palmer on trumpet.

For more than forty years, pianist Larry Garland presided over The Press Room’s legendary Tuesday night jazz jam. The tradition lives on in the spirit of Garland, who always welcomed players of all ages and abilities to join in the freewheeling fun.

Paul Mckee's trombone playing is as emotional as it is melodic, perfectly falling in step with the musicians he shares the stage with, all the while reaching for the rafters.

For more than forty years, pianist Larry Garland presided over The Press Room’s legendary Tuesday night jazz jam. The tradition lives on in the spirit of Garland, who always welcomed players of all ages and abilities to join in the freewheeling fun.

Jonny Peiffer’s Sojoy is a chord-less little big-band modern jazz septet formed in 2014 and features some of the most talented players and improvisors on the Seacoast scene. Sojoy was listed among Bandcamp.com’s ‘Best of Bandcamp Jazz’ in 2017, and received a 'Spotlight on the Arts Award' for Best Jazz Group in that same year.

Jason Palmer and Jerry Bergonzi, known world-wide as two of the best horn players, grace our stage with another stellar performance.

For more than forty years, pianist Larry Garland presided over The Press Room’s legendary Tuesday night jazz jam. The tradition lives on in the spirit of Garland, who always welcomed players of all ages and abilities to join in the freewheeling fun.

The Jazz Institute at PMAC is the premiere jazz education program on the Seacoast, with some of the region's most acclaimed musicians making up the faculty. Join the ensembles of The Jazz Institute, both youth and adult, as they present their first concert of the Winter!

Bassist Bruno Råberg is joined by Bruce Barth on piano and Matt Wilson on drums.

For more than forty years, pianist Larry Garland presided over The Press Room’s legendary Tuesday night jazz jam. The tradition lives on in the spirit of Garland, who always welcomed players of all ages and abilities to join in the freewheeling fun.

Two UNH alumni, Dave Pietro and Chris Burbank,  join The Press Room Trio.

Tenor saxophonist Arnie Krakowsky and guitarist Jon Wheatley team up w/The Press Room Trio for a night of old school traditional and swing.

For more than forty years, pianist Larry Garland presided over The Press Room’s legendary Tuesday night jazz jam. The tradition lives on in the spirit of Garland, who always welcomed players of all ages and abilities to join in the freewheeling fun.

Recent Berklee and Monk Institute grad Billy Buss (trumpet), makes his Press Room debut with special guest Tucker Antell (tenor saxophone).

For more than forty years, pianist Larry Garland presided over The Press Room’s legendary Tuesday night jazz jam. The tradition lives on in the spirit of Garland, who always welcomed players of all ages and abilities to join in the freewheeling fun.

The Seacoast’s own Sharon “Brown Sugar” Jones never fails to make a Sunday Night Jazz show sweeter than the average.

For more than forty years, pianist Larry Garland presided over The Press Room’s legendary Tuesday night jazz jam. The tradition lives on in the spirit of Garland, who always welcomed players of all ages and abilities to join in the freewheeling fun.