Upcoming Events
Sunday Jazz Salon - June
International award-winner Tawanda will be backed by two horn legends: Rickey Woodard (sax for Ray Charles, Ella, Sarah, Frank, Diana Krall, B.B. and John Legend) and Nolan Shaheed (trumpet for Ellington, Basie, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Natalie Cole and Phil Collins).
Jazz & Soul with a Twist
Award-winning vocalist Tawanda brings the soulful traditions of jazz to life in a captivating performance you won’t want to miss.
Long Beach Municipal Band, celebrating its 117th season!
Join in the delightful sounds of the Long Beach Municipal Band, celebrating its 117th season!
Sunday Jazz Salon - July
Enjoy the best of jazz standards in an intimate lounge with International award-winner Tawanda, backed by two horn legends: Rickey Woodard (sax for Ray Charles, Ella, Sarah, Frank, Diana Krall, B.B. and John Legend) and Nolan Shaheed (trumpet for Ellington, Basie, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Natalie Cole and Phil Collins).
Sunday Jazz Salon - August
Enjoy the best of jazz standards in an intimate lounge with International award-winner Tawanda, backed by two horn legends: Rickey Woodard (sax for Ray Charles, Ella, Sarah, Frank, Diana Krall, B.B. and John Legend) and Nolan Shaheed (trumpet for Ellington, Basie, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Natalie Cole and Phil Collins).
Jazzinty 2026
Tawanda is thrilled to join the Jazzinty workshop as a mentor and performer this summer, taking place in Novo Mesto, Slovenia.
Brian Clemens Big Band ft. Tawanda
London-based Clemens leads a roaring ensemble of jazz, pop & RnB with 2021 Sarah Vaughan winner and Postmodern Jukebox star Tawanda, live at Newport Beach’s premier live music venue and Cajun-inspired restaurant, Campus Jax.
Sunday Jazz Salon - September
Enjoy the best of jazz standards in an intimate lounge with International award-winner Tawanda, backed by two horn legends: Rickey Woodard (sax for Ray Charles, Ella, Sarah, Frank, Diana Krall, B.B. and John Legend) and Nolan Shaheed (trumpet for Ellington, Basie, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Natalie Cole and Phil Collins).
Sunday Jazz Salon - October
Enjoy the best of jazz standards in an intimate lounge with International award-winner Tawanda, backed by two horn legends: Rickey Woodard (sax for Ray Charles, Ella, Sarah, Frank, Diana Krall, B.B. and John Legend) and Nolan Shaheed (trumpet for Ellington, Basie, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Natalie Cole and Phil Collins).
Sunday Jazz Salon - November
Enjoy the best of jazz standards in an intimate lounge with International award-winner Tawanda, backed by two horn legends: Rickey Woodard (sax for Ray Charles, Ella, Sarah, Frank, Diana Krall, B.B. and John Legend) and Nolan Shaheed (trumpet for Ellington, Basie, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Natalie Cole and Phil Collins).
The Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman Trio featuring Tawanda, Evening no. 2
Evening no. 2 at one of the most sought after venues for performers on the West Coast… LIBRETTO, in Paso Robles.
The Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman Trio featuring Tawanda
Kicking off their California mini-tour, Tawanda joins Bay area native, pianist and composer Gabriel Schillinger- Hyman and his trio for an evening of soulful jazz.
123 Farm Jazz Festival
Enjoy outdoor dining, lavender cocktails, and marketplace shopping across the olive groves & under the stars with Grammy Award–winning artists, jazz legends, and rising talent during Memorial Day weekend. Tawanda will be joined by Amy Rowe, Jessica Ragsdale and Alex Schwarz.
Sunday Jazz Salon
International award-winner Tawanda will be backed by two horn legends: Rickey Woodard (sax for Ray Charles, Ella, Sarah, Frank, Diana Krall, B.B. and John Legend) and Nolan Shaheed (trumpet for Ellington, Basie, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Natalie Cole and Phil Collins).
Fullerton Jazz Orchestra
Fullerton Jazz Orchestra directed by Bill Cunliffe, featuring CSUF alumni, pianist and arranger Brian Clemens, award-winning jazz vocalist Tawanda, and Dave Binney on saxophone. The performance will take place inside Meng Concert Hall on the Cal State Fullerton Campus.
Brian Clemens Big Band ft. Tawanda
London-based Clemens leads a roaring ensemble of jazz, pop & RnB with 2021 Sarah Vaughan winner and Postmodern Jukebox star Tawanda, live at Newport Beach’s premier live music venue and Cajun-inspired restaurant, Campus Jax.
Sunday Jazz Salon at LAAC
Join for Tawanda’s monthly residency at the intimate & historic Los Angeles Athletic Club located in Downtown Los Angeles (parking available & validated on site). Tawanda will be backed by two horn legends: Rickey Woodard (sax for Ray Charles, Ella, Sarah, Frank, Diana Krall, B.B. and John Legend) and Nolan Shaheed (trumpet for Ellington, Basie, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Natalie Cole and Phil Collins). Visit the link for more information!
Live In The Lounge: Leimert Park Jazz Festival presents Tawanda
Join us for a celebration of Women’s History Month with an intimate, and deeply personal piano duo with SoCal’s honorary Amy Rowe at the beautiful Salon Room in The Ebell of Los Angeles. The Ebell is a local, philanthropic organization and space committed to empowering and sustaining the livelihoods of women, providing education for the community, revering arts & culture and so much more. Tawanda is honored with this special opportunity to share music composed and curated by our foremothers, during Women’s History Month.
Sunday Salon - Waters of March
Join us in the celebration of springtime, as winter officially passes the baton. International award- winning vocalist Tawanda brings new life to the classics, backed by two horn legends: Rickey Woodard and Nolan Shaheed.
Jazz & Soul with a Twist!
Award-winning vocalist Tawanda brings the soulful traditions of jazz to life in a captivating performance you won’t want to miss.
Paul Nelson's Big Ol' Band feat. Tawanda
LA- based trombonist Paul Nelson’s ‘It is what it is...' album release featuring Tawanda— a 17-piece large ensemble experience!
Sunday Salon - Love Edition
International award- winning vocalist Tawanda brings a Valentine’s- day special backed by two horn legends: Rickey Woodard and Nolan Shaheed.
Jazz & Soul with a Twist
Award-winning vocalist Tawanda brings the soulful traditions of jazz to life in a captivating performance you won’t want to miss.
Sunday Salon
International award- winning vocalist Tawanda helps ring in the New Year with seasonal favorites backed by two horn legends: Rickey Woodard and Nolan Shaheed.