Jazz in the Loft Ted Chubb Band featuring Bruce Williams

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SUN, FEB 23, 2025 at 7PM

Curated by Grammy Award-winning producer John Lee, Jazz in the Loft features award-winning artists from the greater SOMA area and beyond who are master improvisers and consummate band leaders. Blues, Bebop, Bossa — as long as it’s swinging, you’ll hear it at SOPAC! This performance presents the Ted Chubb Band featuring Bruce Williams.

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Lee Rocker of The Stray Cats

THU, MAR 6, 2025 at 7:30PM

Grammy-nominated artist, Stray Cats founder, and Bass Player Hall of Famer Lee Rocker brings his brilliant artistry to SOPAC! Rocker has spent his career preserving and evolving the legacy of Rockabilly music – singing, playing, spinning, and jamming on his giant upright bass. Expect the unexpected when this legendary artist performs live at SOPAC!

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Andy McKee Co-presented with NJPAC Productions

FRI, MAR 14, 2025 at 7:30PM

SOPAC welcomes the Mainstage debut of internationally acclaimed guitarist and composer Andy McKee. A master of melody and phrasing, McKee transforms the steel string guitar into a full orchestra, using altered tunings, tapping, partial capos, percussive hits, and his signature two-handed technique. Don’t miss an intimate solo performance from this acoustic hero live at SOPAC, co-presented with NJPAC Productions.

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George Porter, Jr. & Runnin’ Pardners

SAT, MAR 29, 2025 at 7:30PM

SOPAC welcomes one of the greatest there ever was, George Porter, Jr., to the Mainstage! A master architect of Funk and syncopation, Porter is a founding member of legendary New Orleans outfit The Meters. With the deepest pocket and bass lines to bite into and chew on, the instrumentalist, songwriter, and acclaimed vocalist brings down the house wherever he performs. Don’t miss this decorated Lifetime Achievement Award winner and true hero of the bass alongside his incredible band live at SOPAC! 

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Kurt Elling Celebrates Weather Report

THU, APR 3, 2025 at 7PM

Kurt Elling brings his vocal mastery and sublime song interpretation to SOPAC in tribute to Weather Report’s musical impact and cultural legacy. From Wayne Shorter’s imaginative harmony to the enduring hookup between Jaco Pastorius and Joe Zawinul, Elling celebrates the sounds, concepts & breakthroughs that render Weather Report among the most influential outfits of the 20th century. Don’t miss the Grammy Award-winning singer and band leader interpret hits like “Mysterious Traveller,” “Teen Town” & “Birdland,” plus lesser known gems.

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Jane Monheit

FRI, APR 11 at 7:30PM

Spring is sprung at SOPAC when Jane Monheit takes the stage! Her crystalline voice and lyrical mastery rivaled only by her charm and charisma, the Grammy-nominated singer and master storyteller shares music from her 2024 release Jane Monheit. Don’t miss your chance to hear Monheit with her acclaimed ensemble interpreting what have become famed arrangements of standard tunes, including those from Stephen Sondheim, Ivan Lins & more. Get your tickets today! 

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Endea Owens & The Cookout

FRI, APR 18 at 7:30PM

Just in time for Jazz Appreciation Month, Grammy Award-winning bassist & composer Endea Owens debuts on the SOPAC Mainstage with her deep-pocket project The Cookout. As nimble as it is foundational, her sound serves up rhythmic dimension, buoyant melodies, Funk, Soul and plenty of Hard Bop influences. Special guest vocalist Shenel Johns joins the celebration, sharing her swinging lyricism and intimate storytelling alongside a full band of master improvisers. This Cookout feeds your mind, body & spirit — don’t miss these incredible artists performing live at SOPAC! 

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