Jun
27
7:30 PM19:30

Matt Panayides Trio @ Fat Swami's

The Matt Panayides Trio performs at Fat Swami’s Bar & Lounge in Guttenberg, NJ on Saturday, June 27, with sets at 7:30 PM and 9:00 PM. Guitarist Matt Panayides is joined by bassist Larry Banks and drummer Bob Sabin for an evening of modern jazz standards, original compositions, and creative improvisation. The trio brings a conversational approach to the music, combining lyricism, interplay, and swing in an intimate setting.

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Nov
11
9:00 PM21:00

Matt Panayides Quartet @ Smalls

Matt Panayides returns to Smalls Jazz Club on November 11 with a quartet featuring acclaimed tenor saxophonist Rich Perry. The group will perform music from Matt’s upcoming SteepleChase Records release Present Echoes, featuring original compositions alongside modern jazz repertoire shaped by lyrical improvisation and dynamic group interplay. Two sets at 9:00 PM and 10:30 PM.

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Matt Panayides and Motoki Mihara @ Great Jones Distilling Co.
Jun
13
12:00 PM12:00

Matt Panayides and Motoki Mihara @ Great Jones Distilling Co.

Matt Panayides and Motoki Mihara perform a special duo jazz brunch at Great Jones Distilling Co in NoHo on Saturday, June 13 from 12–3 PM. Located inside Manhattan’s first legal whiskey distillery since Prohibition, the venue’s weekly jazz brunch series pairs live jazz with craft cocktails and brunch in an intimate downtown setting. The duo will perform a mix of jazz standards, spontaneous improvisation, and melodic interplay in the main dining room during the afternoon brunch service.

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Hyeseon Hong Jazz Orchestra @ JC Jazz Festival
May
30
12:30 PM12:30

Hyeseon Hong Jazz Orchestra @ JC Jazz Festival

Hyeseon Hong and her jazz orchestra will perform at the Jersey City Jazz Festival on Friday, May 30 from 12:30–1:30 PM at Exchange Place Plaza in Jersey City. Produced by Riverview Jazz, the festival has grown into one of the largest jazz festivals in the New York tri-state area, presenting performances across Jersey City and along the Hudson River waterfront. The free festival features multiple stages, family-friendly programming, local vendors, and sweeping views of lower Manhattan. Matt Panayides will appear with the orchestra as part of an afternoon performance featuring original music that blends contemporary big band writing, improvisation, and Korean musical influences.

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Matt Panayides Quartet @ Merrimans’ Playhouse – South Bend, IN
Mar
26
7:30 PM19:30

Matt Panayides Quartet @ Merrimans’ Playhouse – South Bend, IN

Matt Panayides Quartet @ Merrimans’ Playhouse – Mar 26, 2026
As part of his 2026 album release tour, guitarist Matt Panayides and his quartet perform music from his new album at Merrimans’ Playhouse in South Bend. Expect lyrical melodies, expressive improvisation, and a night of inspired modern jazz.

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Dec
13
12:00 PM12:00

Duo with Motoki Mirhara at Great Jones Distillery

Matt Panayides teams up with pianist Motoki Mihara for a special brunch jazz duo performance at Great Jones Distillery in New York City. The duo will explore a warm, intimate set of originals and jazz standards, creating the perfect atmosphere for a late-morning weekend gathering. Join us for great music, food, and spirits in one of Manhattan’s most distinctive venues.

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Jun
5
to Jun 6

Matt Panayides Quartet @ Smalls: Perry, LaSpina, Ferber

Matt Panayides Quartet reunites with Rich Perry, Steve LaSpina and Mark Ferber. First appearing together more then a decade ago at Cornelia Street Cafe, the group is excited to make an appearance at Smalls performing new music by Panayides as well as some older staples from this ensemble. Sets are at 10;30pm and 12:00am. Come for the late night music!

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Matt Panayides Quartet @ Sound Dog
Sep
5
8:00 PM20:00

Matt Panayides Quartet @ Sound Dog

The Matt Panayides Quartet featuring Paul Kirby on piano, Manuel Wayand on drums and Sean Pentland on bass. Performing music by the Masters: Cedar Walton, Wayne Shorter, Joe Henderson from the latest CD release entitled “With Eyes Closed”. Purchase pre-release CDs at performance. Available everywhere September 20th. Last concert of the 2024 South Korean tour.

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Matt Panayides Trio with Special Guests @ All That Jazz
Sep
2
8:00 PM20:00

Matt Panayides Trio with Special Guests @ All That Jazz

The Matt Panayides Trio with Special Guests featuring Manuel Weyand on drums and Sean Pentland on bass. Performing music by the Masters: Cedar Walton, Wayne Shorter, Joe Henderson from the latest CD release entitled “With Eyes Closed”. Purchase pre-release CDs at performance. Available everywhere September 20th. Get your CD signed!

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Matt Panayides Trio @ Club Evans
Aug
31
10:00 PM22:00

Matt Panayides Trio @ Club Evans

The Matt Panayides Trio featuring Oh Jong Dae on drums and Kim Sung Su on bass. Performing music by the Masters: Cedar Walton, Wayne Shorter, Joe Henderson from the latest CD release entitled “With Eyes Closed”. Purchase pre-release CDs at performance. Available everywhere September 20th. Get your CD signed!

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Matt Panayides Trio + Yeunsook Lee @ Jongno-In Jazz Festival
Aug
30
10:00 PM22:00

Matt Panayides Trio + Yeunsook Lee @ Jongno-In Jazz Festival

The Matt Panayides Trio featuring Oh Jong Dae on drums and Kim Sung Su on bass joined by vocalist Yeunsook Lee. Performing music by the Masters: Cedar Walton, Wayne Shorter, Joe Henderson from the latest CD release entitled “With Eyes Closed”. Purchase pre-release CDs at performance. Available everywhere September 20th. Get your CD signed!

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Matt Panayides Trio @ House of Brown Jazz Bar
Aug
22
8:00 PM20:00

Matt Panayides Trio @ House of Brown Jazz Bar

The Matt Panayides Trio featuring Oh Jong Dae on drums and Kim Sung Su on bass begin their South Korean tour 2024 here. Performing music by the Masters: Cedar Walton, Wayne Shorter, Joe Henderson from the latest CD release entitled “With Eyes Closed”. Purchase pre-release CDs at performance. Available everywhere September 20th.

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