Javier Santiago at Black Cat

Javier Santiago is one of the hottest, most in-demand young keyboardist in the Bay Area. He has played with some of the top rising stars in the national jazz scene including Theo Croker, Kenneth Whalum, and Irwin Hall. Santiago’s debut album, Phoenix (2018) on Ropeadope Records was named the “#1 Jazz Album of the Year” by Vinyl Me, Please. It features some of the great jazz musicians of our time – Nicholas Payton, Dayna Stephens, Nir Felder and John Raymond. Javier has become a notable force in both the beat and hip-hop scene as well as the jazz world. In addition to being a pianist and sideman, Santiago is also an accomplished educator, arranger and producer. He was an alumnus of The Brubeck Institute Fellowship Program, The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in NYC, a finalist in the 2015 American Jazz Pianist competition, and a recipient of the 2016 McKnight Fellowship for Musicians. He was selected to participate in the 14th Annual Betty Carter Jazz Ahead program in 2011....

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Javier Santiago is one of the hottest, most in-demand young keyboardist in the Bay Area. He has played with some of the top rising stars in the national jazz scene including Theo Croker, Kenneth Whalum, and Irwin Hall. Santiago’s debut album, Phoenix (2018) on Ropeadope Records was named the “#1 Jazz Album of the Year” by Vinyl Me, Please. It features some of the great jazz musicians of our time – Nicholas Payton, Dayna Stephens, Nir Felder and John Raymond. Javier has become a notable force in both the beat and hip-hop scene as well as the jazz world. In addition to being a pianist and sideman, Santiago is also an accomplished educator, arranger and producer. He was an alumnus of The Brubeck Institute Fellowship Program, The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in NYC, a finalist in the 2015 American Jazz Pianist competition, and a recipient of the 2016 McKnight Fellowship for Musicians. He was selected to participate in the 14th Annual Betty Carter Jazz Ahead program in 2011.
TICKETS
 
PARTIAL VIEW/BAR SEATING
This ticket is for table or bar seats with a partial stage view – You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total.
STANDARD SEATING
This ticket is for standard tables – You may arrive up to one hour early. Taxes and service charges included in ticket total
STANDING ROOM TICKETS
These tickets may be available at the door at lower cost on the evening of the event, provided there are no remaining seated tickets. Availability and issuance of these tickets is subject to the discretion of our host team.
 
DOOR/SEATING POLICY
You are encouraged to arrive up to ONE HOUR before the performance to enjoy food and drinks. Please ARRIVE AT LEAST 20 MINUTES before the performance to be seated timely. For best results, we recommend you CALL BLACK CAT to confirm an exact seating time. 415.358.1999
Please note that for reservations from Thursday through Saturday, we require a $30 food minimimum per person.
FAQs
When do I arrive?
Guests are encouraged to arrive up to ONE HOUR before the performance to enjoy food and drinks. Please ARRIVE AT LEAST 20 MINUTES before the performance to be seated timely. For best results, we recommend you CALL BLACK CAT to confirm an exact seating time. 415.358.1999
Does buying a ticket book a reservation as well?
Yes! For seated admissions, your ticket books you a reservation for a table. Please contact Black Cat to arrange your arrival time. Your table will be reserved for 2 hours for Friday and Saturday bookings. Please keep in mind that late arrivals will not be admitted. If you anticipate arriving after the scheduled time, please contact us to let the Maitre'd know.
Can I come in and listen to the music without purchasing a ticket?
Sure! If you would like to come in and listen to the band without seeing the show, you may join us in the Blue Room at Black Cat to enjoy specially curated cocktails and our full menu without purchasing a ticket. It's a great way to experience Black Cat. General admission tickets may always be purchased at the door if you decide you'd like to go downstairs and check out the show.
 
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
All ages welcome!
 
What's the refund policy?
All tickets are non-refundable
 
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Mobile or printed works for us!
 
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Yes!
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