JIMMY GAVAGAN
UPCOMING
SHOWS
UPCOMING SHOWS
Jimmy plays several different genres with a variety of groups. Come see him perform in your area soon!
You can also stay up to date on where Jimmy will be performing via social media
Instagram @Jimmygavagan
Dec
6
The Royal Bobcat - Providence, RI
8-11pm
The Royal Bobcat features live jazz every Saturday hosted by accomplished bass-player and Rhode Island native, Brayden Beason.
No reservations needed! See you there!
Dec
9
Carmine's - East Hartford, CT
7:30PM
Matt Dwonszyk, world renown bass player, hosts the Paisley's Allstar Jazz Invitational, a concert series dedicated to saxophonist Paisley Ramirez.
Every third Tuesday of each month Dwonszyk features a new guest artist and opens the second set up for a jam session, encouraging young musicians to perform.
This month will feature Dana Lauren, an incredible vocalist and performer. She will be accompanied by the Matt DeChamplain Trio, consisting of Matt Dwonszyk and Jimmy Gavagan.
Make your reservations and please consider donating to keep this series going.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-to-the-pais-ramirez-jazz-series
Dec
13
Pratt Street - Hartford, CT
2-4PM
Rising-star on the piano, Andrew Wilcox leads his trio right outside on Pratt Street in downtown Hartford Saturday afternoon. The trio will perform the entirety of the Vince Guaraldi's - 'A Charlie Brown Christmas'
Tyler Sherman - Bass
Jimmy Gavagan - Drums
Dec
14
Three Sheets - New Haven
6-9pm
The Clutch-tet plays the music of "A Charlie Brown Christmas" by Vince Guaradli, presented by the New Haven Jazz Underground.
The show will feature the entire soundtrack from the animated short as well as other holiday favorites.
Dylan Rowland - Piano
Eneji Alungbe - Double Bass
Jimmy Gavagan - Drums
This event is free but space is limited so arrive early!
Dec
19
Port of Call - Mystic, CT
8-11pm
Jimmy Gavagan leads his trio at the award winning Port of Call restaurant and bar. Come for a cocktail, stay for the music.
Patrick Donnelly - Guitar
Donnie Akins - Double Bass
Jimmy Gavagan - Drums
Dec
22
The Quencher -Newport, RI
6:30-9:30PM
Nestled against the wharf's of downtown Newport sits The Quencher, a lovely pub with great atmosphere and great food. Donnie Akins leads his trio here once a month and continuously amazes audiences with his breadth of musical style.
Anthony Carabello - Guitar
Donnie Akins - Double Bass
Jimmy Gavagan - Drums
Dec
26
Conspiracy - Middletown, CT
9pm-Midnight
Jimmy Gavagan leads a group monthly at the award-winning Conspiracy Cocktail Bar located right on Main Street of Middletown. Each month he features a new project with the goal of pushing musical boundaries and the possibilities of their instruments. Every month is different so come check it out!
Dec
29
The Quencher -Newport, RI
6:30-9:30PM
Nestled against the wharf's of downtown Newport sits The Quencher, a lovely pub with great atmosphere and great food. Donnie Akins leads his trio here once a month and continuously amazes audiences with his breadth of musical style.
Anthony Carabello - Guitar
Donnie Akins - Double Bass
Jimmy Gavagan - Drums
Dec
31
The Abner Hotel - Litchfield, CT
5:30-7:30pm
Rich Goldstein brings his Organ Trio to the Courtroom restaurant in the lovely Abner Hotel once again. This newly formed group has played together across Connecticut and Western Massachusetts, and are currently working on arranging and presenting their original music - some on which you may hear at the Abner!
Rich Goldstein - Guitar
Dylan Rowland - Organ
Jimmy Gavagan - Drums
Reservations are recommended! -------------------------------------------------
Jan
2
The Django - Tribeca, NYC
11pm-1am
Nick Di Maria leads his quintet for the late night set at The Django, located within the Roxy Hotel. Nick has recently released new music that is available on vinyl!
His band will perform original music as well as jazz favorites.
https://www.thedjangonyc.com/events/
Jan
8
The Cannon -New Haven, CT
8-11pm
The Cannon, located on Dwight Street in New Haven, is an Arsenal fan based pub home to a plethora of beers on tap as well as an entirely vegan menu.
Hosted by Nick Di Maria, presented by the New Haven Jazz Underground.
Come early for the footy, stay late for the music!
Jan
16
Yellow Kings - Wallingford, CT
8-11pm
Nick Di Maria, recent hosts his quartet at Yellow Kings. Together they will channel their influences through standards and original music.
Past Shows
Sep
26
'25
Northampton Brewery - Northampton, MA
Northampton Jazzfest - Jazz Strut 2025
Jimmy's Organ Trio will be performing original and standard compositions rooted in jazz, blues, and funk influence. Dylan Rowland, a monster of an improviser and true showman, Rich Goldstein, professor at the Hartt School and very technical player, and Jimmy Gavagan come to form this trio as a part of Northampton's Jazz Strut Series, a city-wide music series in anticipation of the Northampton Jazziest which features headliners such as Stacy Dillard, Karrin Allyson, Zaccai Curtis, and Mike LeDonne.
Please visit Northampton JazzFest's webpage for more details and we'll be looking forward to seeing you there!
Sep
25
'25
Arch Street Tavern - Hartford, CT
Jimmy will be making his Arch Street Tavern debut as a leader!
The quintet is full of his musical heroes including...
Matt Parker - Tenor Sax
Rich Goldstein - Guitar
Mary Dipoala - Piano
Will Goble - Bass
Don't miss this very special one-night-only show!
21+ // $10 cover
Jam session to follow the first set!
https://www.archstreettavern.com/upcomingshows/2025/9/25/jazz-night-ft-jimmy-gavagan
May 31
'25
The River Room - Willimantic, CT
Doors at 7pm
June Bisantz, award winning vocalist and visual artist, will lead her group at the new River Room in Willimantic, CT. Her band will feature Alex Nakhimovsky on piano, Matt Dwonszyk on bass, and Jimmy Gavagan on drums.
June
14
Hartford's Got Talent Finale Show
The Bushnell Theatre - Hartford, CT
6PM
Hartford's Got Talent is an annual talent show that aims to connect community and highlight the arts and artists within that community.
Jimmy will be performing in the house band and accompanying the acts during the show. Please grab your tickets before it's too late!
June
20
Blueback Square - West Hartford, CT
12PM
Nestled directly in the center of Blueback Square is an outdoor performance space where you may hear live jazz afternoons on Thursdays and Fridays.
This performance will be led by the young rising-star Nicky Davis, son of legendary trombonist, Steve Davis, and wonderfully swinging pianist, Mary Dipaola. World-renowned bassist Matt Dwonszyk will also join the band along with Jimmy Gavagan, another rising-star from the Hartt School.
June
21
Downtown New Haven
1pm
The New Haven Jazz Underground is a nonprofit crowd-funded organization responsible for bringing jazz into the community of New Haven. June 21st the NHJU will take jazz to the streets of downtown New Haven.
Click the link here to learn more about the New Haven Jazz Underground!
June
26
The Django - New York, NY
10PM & 12AM
Descend into The Django and you’ll feel like you’ve entered another world. The subterranean jazz club in NYC, with its vaulted ceilings and exposed brick walls, was modeled after the boîtes of Paris. The venue consists of two cocktail bars, open dining space and a stage for live performances. The Django has become a place to call home for musicians and audiences alike. Providing opportunities for rising stars, seasoned performers, and eager audiences to enjoy a range of jazz music 7 nights a week complemented by a hand-crafted cocktails and an elevated dinner menu.
Nick Di Maria leads his quintet featuring Jimmy Gavagan on drums.
Reserve your spot now!
https://www.thedjangonyc.com/events/nick-di-maria-7/?selected_date=2025-06-26
June
27
Conspiracy - Middletown, CT
9PM
When it comes to craft cocktails - Conspiracy is the place to be. Come enjoy their signature drinks and listen to live music from Jimmy Gavagan and Patrick Donnelly. Experimentation and improvisation is something that the bar and the musicians both value, and together they create a beautiful blend.
June
29
Crush Wine Bar - West Hartford, CT
4:30 - 7:30
Jimmy and Patrick will be performing at Crush wine bar located on Lasalle rd. in West Hartford Center. Together the guitar duo sets the ambiance for the restaurant. Please come and enjoy, and take advantage of the half priced bottles of wine!