Black Cat's Upcoming Shows

Tickets: $15.50 - $25.50 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 Midweek just got a whole lot deeper. JaZzLine INSTITUTE presents The Soul Sessions: an electrifying live music series bringing the Bay Area’s finest to the stage at Black Cat every Wednesday night, March through May. Experience world-class musicianship up close in an intimate setting where jazz, soul, gospel, funk, and R&B collide. Seats are limited. The vibe is undeniable. Make your reservations now while supplies last. The $10 cash tickets are available at the door based on availability. Meet this Quartet: Joe Warner is setting the Bay Area jazz scene on fire. A rising star with a captivating touch and electrifying stage presence, Warner serves as pianist and musical director for the legendary Miss Faye Carol while leading his own acclaimed Joe Warner Trio. He’s shared stages and studios with jazz icons including Houston Person, Jeff “Tain” Watts, Buster Williams, and Gary Bartz, and has crossed genre lines alongside cultural heavyweights like Mistah F.A.B., The California Honeydrops, and Robert Randolph. With deep groove, fearless versatility, and a modern sensibility rooted in tradition, Warner delivers fresh takes on jazz standards, blues, ballads, and adventurous swingin’ — proving he truly has the keys to the future. Distinguished drummer and founder of the Da Groove Collective Jazz Quartet, Dante “Taz” Roberson brings over two decades of live performance and touring experience to every stage he touches. Known for his powerful grooves and creative command of rhythm, Taz has performed with Eric Benet, Cameo, Joe, Kem, Alicia Keys, Najee, Tank, Tony! Toni! Toné!, and Howard Wiley. His dynamic style has captivated audiences at iconic venues like London’s Jazz Café and major festivals including San Jose and the Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festivals. Rooted in the rich musical culture of the Bay Area, his sound blends funk, jazz, and classic R&B into a collective vibe that feels both nostalgic and strikingly contemporary. A world-class bassist and background vocalist, Michael “Tiny” Lindsey has performed with some of the biggest names in music: John Legend, Alicia Keys, John Mayer, Boyz II Men, Common, Jay-Z, and more. His television appearances include The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Rosie O’Donnell, Martha Stewart, and Last Call with Carson Daly. Born into a musical family, Lindsey was performing professionally in New York by age fifteen. His versatility across pop, R&B, rock, jazz, blues, funk, and gospel has taken him on global tours throughout the U.S., Europe, Japan, South America, and Africa. Beyond touring, he’s a respected writer, arranger, and producer, contributing to albums by Sunshine Anderson, Ryan Shaw, and Shawn Raiford. When Tiny locks in, the groove becomes undeniable. Described as “a rose sprung from a rock,” Oakland native Angelo Luster is a saxophonist whose rich, soulful tone carries listeners on a spiritual journey. His sound is born from the union of contemporary gospel and West Coast jazz — powerful, prayerful, and deeply expressive. A scholarship student of UC Berkeley’s Young Musicians Program at age twelve, Luster trained extensively in jazz and classical music before going on to perform at festivals throughout the U.S. and Europe. He has shared stages with Boyz II Men, Rosemary Clooney, Mercer Ellington, Maynard Ferguson, Diane Schurr, Billy Taylor, Joe Williams, and more. An award-winning artist and Best Male Jazz Artist recipient, Luster’s recordings — including Face 2 Face and his latest EP Sunday Mornin’ — reflect his mission to inspire through music that feeds both soul and spirit. The Soul Sessions at Black Cat Where groove meets spirit. Where legends and rising stars share one stage. Where Wednesday nights feel like church for music lovers. Supported by a Culture Forward grant from The Svane Family Foundation Band Lineup: Joe Warner, piano LJ Holoman, keyboard Dante 'Taz' Roberson, drums Michael 'Tiny' Lindsey, bass 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 Sundra Manning Pianist, Keyboardist, Hammond B3 Organ player, Composer and Producer. Respected for her wide-range musical versatility, She brings a funky, fresh and gritty approach to her playing that is unique and special. Sundra has recorded, written, and performed around the world with artist such as Larry Graham featuring Prince, Lalah Hathaway, Raphael Saadiq, Peter Tork of the Monkeys, Bobby Womack, Ledisi, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Pete Escovedo, MC Hammer, Peabo Bryson, EnVogue, Avery Sunshine, Miko Marks, Black Women Rock among others. Sundra has produced and/or written songs for HBO films, Sony Pictures, Bose Corp., Warner Brothers Films, Potter Barn, Kohl’s. She is an active educator working with Living Jazz, JazzCamp West, Jam Camp West, 510akland, Jazz & Democracy, SFJazz and most recently a Blues Piano Instructor the Ryan Coogler / Warner Brothers 2025 Oscar nominated film Sinners. She performs concerts with her Hammond B3 Organ Jazz Quartet, produces, records music and is available for solo performances, Mighty Wurlitzer Pipe Organ Theatre Shows, Master Classes, accompaniment, private and corporate events, touring, songwriting collaborations, film scoring, studio recording and music production. Band Lineup: Sundra Manning, piano Howard Wiley, saxophone Ron Belcher, bass Aaron Green, drums 

Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 The NYC-based “Alex Weitz Group” are known for their strong group dynamic, exciting interpretations of standards, and captivating memorable original compositions blending straight ahead jazz with modern, classical, and contemporary influences. Across the span of over a decade they have recorded five albums, including their recent release “Rule of Thirds” on Outside in Music as well as “Live at the Black Cat”. For this residency they will be focusing on new music from their upcoming album due in late 2026. Bandleader Alex Weitz won second place in the Michael Brecker International Saxophone Competition, has won two ASCAP Herb Alpert Composer Awards, and was a recent finalist in the DCJazzPrix. Alex has performed at esteemed venues and jazz festivals around the world including Dizzy's Club, Tucson Jazz Festival, Red Sea Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Smalls Jazz Club, Birdland Jazz Club, Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, Jazz Standard, South Beach Jazz Festival, Telluride Jazz Festival, and the Jazz Showcase. “It is impossible not to be knocked out by the sheer creative firepower of Alex Weitz.” - The Jazz Word Band Lineup: Alex Weitz - tenor saxophone Tal Cohen - piano Ben Tiberio - bass Michael Piolet - drums 

Tickets: $20 , $40 , $50 , $60 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:30 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:45 The NYC-based “Alex Weitz Group” are known for their strong group dynamic, exciting interpretations of standards, and captivating memorable original compositions blending straight ahead jazz with modern, classical, and contemporary influences. Across the span of over a decade they have recorded five albums, including their recent release “Rule of Thirds” on Outside in Music as well as “Live at the Black Cat”. For this residency they will be focusing on new music from their upcoming album due in late 2026. Bandleader Alex Weitz won second place in the Michael Brecker International Saxophone Competition, has won two ASCAP Herb Alpert Composer Awards, and was a recent finalist in the DCJazzPrix. Alex has performed at esteemed venues and jazz festivals around the world including Dizzy's Club, Tucson Jazz Festival, Red Sea Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Smalls Jazz Club, Birdland Jazz Club, Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, Jazz Standard, South Beach Jazz Festival, Telluride Jazz Festival, and the Jazz Showcase. “It is impossible not to be knocked out by the sheer creative firepower of Alex Weitz.” - The Jazz Word Band Lineup: Alex Weitz - tenor saxophone Tal Cohen - piano Ben Tiberio - bass Michael Piolet - drums 

Tickets: $20 , $30 , $40 , $50 (price includes $5.50 processing and ticketing fee) 7:00 show: Doors @ 6:00 9:15 show: Bar @ 6:00, Doors @ 8:30 The NYC-based “Alex Weitz Group” are known for their strong group dynamic, exciting interpretations of standards, and captivating memorable original compositions blending straight ahead jazz with modern, classical, and contemporary influences. Across the span of over a decade they have recorded five albums, including their recent release “Rule of Thirds” on Outside in Music as well as “Live at the Black Cat”. For this residency they will be focusing on new music from their upcoming album due in late 2026. Bandleader Alex Weitz won second place in the Michael Brecker International Saxophone Competition, has won two ASCAP Herb Alpert Composer Awards, and was a recent finalist in the DCJazzPrix. Alex has performed at esteemed venues and jazz festivals around the world including Dizzy's Club, Tucson Jazz Festival, Red Sea Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Smalls Jazz Club, Birdland Jazz Club, Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, Jazz Standard, South Beach Jazz Festival, Telluride Jazz Festival, and the Jazz Showcase. “It is impossible not to be knocked out by the sheer creative firepower of Alex Weitz.” - The Jazz Word Band Lineup: Alex Weitz - tenor saxophone Tal Cohen - piano Ben Tiberio - bass Michael Piolet - drums