April 21, 2026 – Key System Five

The Key System Five are a vintage jazz, blues, swing, and ragtime combo featuring vocals, reeds, piano, strings, and bass.  As a lindy hopper and dance instructor, bandleader Lisa Gonick knows what dancers want in a band.  Performing regularly to enthusiastic audiences around the San Francisco Bay area, their infectious rhythms will keep your toes tapping, feet moving, and face smiling!

Check out the Key System Five here:

And then dance to them live at the Woodchopper’s Ball!

April 28, 2026
– Johnny Bones & The Palace of Jazz: 9:00-11:30pm
– After-Hours Jam: 11:30pm-1:30am

Johnny Bones, the regular sax player for the California Honeydrops, has put together his own all-star group to keep you dancing all night!  Strongly influenced by the early hot jazz bands, Johnny Bones and The Palace of Jazz combines the intimacy of smaller groups with the energy of powerful musicianship.  Whether playing standards or original material, this band will get the joint jumpin’!

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!

• • 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.

May 5, 2026 – Nick Rossi Swing Six

Swing rhythm guitarist Nick Rossi, who can often be seen and heard playing throughout the Bay Area and beyond with other bands, brings his own all-star group to play hard-driving 1930’s-1940’s small group swing, perfect for both Lindy Hop and Balboa.  Enjoy this wonderful band on a spacious hardwood floor with room to swing out!

May 12, 2026 – The Pepper Moons

The Pepper Moons began heating up the Southern California vintage music scene in 2022. Focusing on the elegant, pre-bop styles from the glamorous days of the Swing Era, the group is fronted by acclaimed singer/songwriter Eva Mikhailovna (Postmodern Jukebox, Eva & the Vagabond Tales) and Kully Stiles. They have quickly become a favorite among the swing dance and vintage community, filling historic jazz venues such as the Cicada Club in Downtown LA.