June 17, 2025 – Budhrani Brothers Sextet
The Budhrani Brothers are an up-and-coming swing band playing trad and swing jazz. They’ve played at The Lost Church, Lindy in the Park, The Swingin’ Door, and @Arthur’s Tavern in New York, and they are very excited to be returning to the Woodchopper’s Ball. Come enjoy and dance to their youthful and enthusiastic renditions of classic dance tunes, while also supporting the next generation of jazz musicians!
Check out Budhrani Brothers Sextet here:
And then dance to them live at the Woodchopper’s Ball!
June 24, 2025 
– The Cottontails: 9:00-11:30pm
– After-Hours Jam: 11:30pm-1:30am
The Cottontails are one of San Francisco’s most exciting, talented, and versatile swing dance bands around, playing a wide range of styles: 1920s Gatsby-era jazz, classic 30’s/’40s swing, and vintage ’50s/’60s R&B. Something for everyone, and fun for all! Featuring Karina Denike, whose “vocal prowess recalls traditional jazz chops with modern style, relevance, and soul.” (The Owl Mag)
The After-Hours Jam Session is now a regular monthly feature at the Woodchopper’s Ball, happening on the last Tuesday of the month, 11:30pm-1:30am, immediately following our regular Live Music Dance Party. Spread the word!
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- Held in the lounge, with the bar staying open extra late, until 1:30am, and with space for dancing! Take a nap Tuesday, and plan to work from home on Wednesday–this jam party will swing until late!
- Included with admission to the Live Music Dance Party, $20 ($5 after 11:00pm)! Must arrive before doors close at 12:00am midnight.
- Musicians of all levels welcome! If you play an instrument or sing, here’s your chance to jam with other musicians.
July 1, 2025 – Sean Krazit’s Juniper Jazz Band
photo credit: Auey Santos
You’ve already enjoyed Sean Krazit’s saxophone playing in numerous swing jazz bands, including Sam Rocha and his Cool Friends, Nirav Sanghani and the Pacific Six, and Evelyn and her Vintage Ties. Tonight Sean brings his own band, the Juniper Jazz Band, as they play all of your favorite 1920s-40s traditional jazz and classic small-group swing! Great music and tempos for Lindy Hop, Balboa, and Collegiate Shag!
July 8, 2025 – Key System Rhythm Ramblers
The Key System Rhythm Ramblers are a Vintage Jazz, Blues, Swing and Ragtime combo based in the East Bay. Featuring Vocals, Strings and Piano, their infectious rhythms will keep your toes tapping, feet moving and faces smiling! They play everything from bawdy blues, smooth swing, heart-throbbing ballads to Ragtime from a by-gone era.