Events


WNYBB plays “Jazz At The Beach”
Sep
1

WNYBB plays “Jazz At The Beach”

The band is excited to announce that it will be featured at “Jazz At The Beach” in Olcott, NY this year. Come enjoy the shops, sunshine, shade trees, and cool breeze—and treat yourself to a mix of classic and contemporary jazz from WNY’s premiere big band.

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WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center
Aug
21

WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts.

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WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center
Jul
17

WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts.

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WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center
Jun
19

WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts.

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WNYBB @ “German Jazz Fest” (Private Event)
Jun
15

WNYBB @ “German Jazz Fest” (Private Event)

A private annual event where guests feast on Biers and Basie! The Western New York Big Band will be there to help folks celebrate into the night.

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WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center
May
29

WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts.

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WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center
Apr
17

WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts.

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WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center
Mar
20

WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts.

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WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center
Feb
21

WNYBB @ Hallwall’s Contemporary Arts Center

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts.

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WNYBB Holiday Spectacular @ Flying Bison featuring the music of Don Menza, Katy Miner - vocals
Dec
20

WNYBB Holiday Spectacular @ Flying Bison featuring the music of Don Menza, Katy Miner - vocals

  • Make plans now—come hear the band croon through a collection of Christmas favorites, masterfully arranged by Buffalo Legend Don Menza. Recorded and released nearly a decade ago, this collection of holiday classics was a gift to the band from “The Don” in 2022. To top it off, special guest Katy Miner will join the group to sing a batch of holiday favorites. Enjoy a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company and celebrate the season with us. You’ll be glad you did! $20 cover.

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WNYBB Christmas at the Palace Theatre featuring Katy Miner
Dec
15

WNYBB Christmas at the Palace Theatre featuring Katy Miner

Make plans now—come hear the band fill Lockport’s newly restored “Historic Palace Theatre” with Christmas favorites, masterfully arranged by Buffalo Legend Don Menza. Recorded and released nearly 10 years ago, this collection of holiday charts was a gift to WNYBB from “The Don” himself in 2022. To top it off, special guest Katy Miner will join the group to sing a batch of holiday favorites. Don’t miss this special performance at one of WNY’s most treasured venues! Get tickets at the theatre box office, or visit https://lockportpalacetheatre.org/tickets/.

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WNYBB @ Flying Bison
Oct
18

WNYBB @ Flying Bison

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out to enjoy a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts. $10 cover.

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WNYBB @ Flying Bison
Sep
20

WNYBB @ Flying Bison

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out to enjoy a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts. $10 cover.

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WNYBB plays “Jazz At The Beach”
Sep
3

WNYBB plays “Jazz At The Beach”

The band is excited to announce that it will be featured at “Jazz At The Beach” in Olcott, NY this year. Come enjoy the shops, sunshine, shade trees, and cool breeze—and treat yourself to a mix of classic and contemporary jazz from WNY’s premiere big band.

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WNYBB @ Flying Bison
Aug
16

WNYBB @ Flying Bison

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out to enjoy a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts. $10 cover.

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WNYBB @ Flying Bison
Jul
19

WNYBB @ Flying Bison

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out to enjoy a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts. $10 cover.

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WNYBB @ Flying Bison
Jun
21

WNYBB @ Flying Bison

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out to enjoy a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts. $10 cover.

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WNYBB @ “German Jazz Fest” (Private Event)
Jun
17

WNYBB @ “German Jazz Fest” (Private Event)

A private annual event where guests feast on Biers and Basie! The Western New York Big Band will be there to help folks celebrate into the night.

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WNYBB @ Flying Bison
May
17

WNYBB @ Flying Bison

The Western New York Big Band will be grooving through loads of brand new material, and featuring Alex McArthur on vocals. Come out to enjoy a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company and have a listen! $10 cover.

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WNYBB @ Flying Bison
Apr
19

WNYBB @ Flying Bison

This month, The Western New York Big Band is delighted to have it’s founding father, Mr. David Kayne in attendance. To celebrate his special visit, the band will be playing a number of David’s masterfully crafted arrangements and original music. Mr. Cameron Kayne (bass) will be joining the band for a few tunes as well. We invite you to come join us for this special night, along with a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company $5 cover.

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WNYBB @ Flying Bison
Mar
15

WNYBB @ Flying Bison

The Western New York Big Band will be fill the tap room with a great mix of traditional and modern big band jazz music. Come out to enjoy a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company and have a listen! $5 cover.

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WNYBB @ Flying Bison
Feb
15

WNYBB @ Flying Bison

Bring your valentine and spend the evening with The Western New York Big Band! Come out to enjoy a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company and have a listen! $5 cover.

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WNYBB @ Flying Bison
Jan
18

WNYBB @ Flying Bison

The Western New York Big Band will be kicking off 2023 with some brand new charts. Come out to enjoy a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company and have a listen! $5 cover.

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WNYBB Holiday Spectacular @ Flying Bison featuring the music of Don Menza, and vocalist Alex McArthur
Dec
21

WNYBB Holiday Spectacular @ Flying Bison featuring the music of Don Menza, and vocalist Alex McArthur

  • Make plans now—come hear the band croon through a collection of Christmas favorites, masterfully arranged by Buffalo Legend Don Menza. Recorded and released nearly 10 years ago, this collection of holiday classics has never been performed live outside of Europe—until now! Enjoy a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company and celebrate the season with us. You’ll be glad you did! $10 cover.

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WNYBB @ Flying Bison
Oct
19

WNYBB @ Flying Bison

The Western New York Big Band will be rehearsing. Come out to enjoy a glass of top-shelf, craft beer made by Buffalo’s Flying Bison Brewing Company and have a listen as the band “tightens the screws” on their latest charts.

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WNYBB @ The Garret Club (Private Event)
Sep
24

WNYBB @ The Garret Club (Private Event)

Buffalo’s Garret Club will be hosting a gala on this night, commemorating the institution’s 125th anniversary. The Western New York Big Band will be there to help members celebrate into the night!

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WNYBB @ American Legion Post 622
Aug
17

WNYBB @ American Legion Post 622

The Western New York Big Band will be “tightening the screws” on their latest charts. Sorry - this is a closed, private rehearsal.

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WNYBB @ American Legion Post 622
Jul
20

WNYBB @ American Legion Post 622

The Western New York Big Band will be “tightening the screws” on their latest charts. Sorry - this is a closed, private rehearsal.

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WNYBB @ Thomas E. Tehan Legion Post 1449
Jun
15

WNYBB @ Thomas E. Tehan Legion Post 1449

The Western New York Big Band will be “tightening the screws” on their latest charts. Sorry - this is a closed, private rehearsal.

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WNYBB @ Thomas E. Tehan Legion Post 1449
May
18

WNYBB @ Thomas E. Tehan Legion Post 1449

The Western New York Big Band will be “tightening the screws” on their latest charts. Sorry - this is a closed, private rehearsal.

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