This event is in the past.It took place on May 11, 2026 at Smalls Jazz Club.


Descend into Smalls' basement for Aaron Johnson's hard-swinging trad jazz septet, then stick around as the stage opens to all comers for a legendary late-night jam. The musicians are inches away, the energy is electric, and the night belongs to anyone with chops to spare.
Intimate basement venue
Late-night jam session
Traditional jazz
No cover charge
Tips
🎷"true basement jazz club where you're right on top of the musicians"
🍸grab a seat at the bar for the best view
🎹sister club Mezzrow is right across the street
Aaron Johnson Boplicity
West Village


Descend into Smalls' basement for Aaron Johnson's hard-swinging trad jazz septet, then stick around as the stage opens to all comers for a legendary late-night jam. The musicians are inches away, the energy is electric, and the night belongs to anyone with chops to spare.
Intimate basement venue
Late-night jam session
Traditional jazz
No cover charge
Tips
🎷"true basement jazz club where you're right on top of the musicians"
🍸grab a seat at the bar for the best view
🎹sister club Mezzrow is right across the street
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