2025 Jazz Strut

Friday, September 26
Free Live Jazz 4:30 pm – midnight
Strut from place to place at your own pace, or linger over dinner and drinks at your favorite spot. No need to rush from one establishment to the other to catch the music!
Please be sure to show your gratitude by ordering food or beverage when you are there!
Reservations are not required, but they are encouraged if you want to be sure to get a table.
Jazz Strut Lineup
Strut Kickoff 4:30 PM
Pulaski Park, 240 Main Street
Amherst Jazz Orchestra
Early Sets 5:30 - 8:00 PM
Spoleto, 1 Bridge Street
Bruce Kelley TrioNorthampton Brewery, 11 Brewster Court
Jimmy Gavagan TrioAmber Lane (formerly Iconica), 1 Amber Lane
Stephen Page Trio
Late Sets 7:30 - 10:00 PM
GOMBO, 159 Main Street
Beau Sasser TrioEastside Grill, 19 Strong Avenue
Ethel Lee TrioProgression Brewing, 9 Pearl Street
The Valley Moonstompers Society
Jam Session 10:00 PM - midnight
Toasted Owl, 21 Main Street
Hosted by Jahian Cooper-Monize with special guest Miki Yamanaka
The Jazz Strut is sponsored by