Classic Jazz, New Voice Featuring Nathan Tokunaga (Fri 5/22 - 8 pm)

Fri May 22 2026 at 08:00 pm to 10:30 pm UTC-07:00

640 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA, United States, California 94301 | Palo Alto

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 Classic Jazz, New Voice Featuring Nathan Tokunaga (Fri 5\/22 - 8 pm)
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Rooted in jazz tradition and shaped by a contemporary voice, Classic Jazz, New Voice brings the spirit of swing and the Great American Songbook to today’s audiences.

New York–based clarinetist and saxophonist Nathan Tokunaga, originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, approaches classic jazz with both deep respect and fresh perspective. His playing connects past and present — honoring the music’s history while bringing a youthful, modern energy to the stage.

A 2026 YoungArts® winner in jazz clarinet, Nathan has performed at leading venues and festivals including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Birdland, Smalls Jazz Club, Lindy Focus, and the Healdsburg Jazz Festival.

Expect an evening of classic jazz, swing, and timeless songs — presented with warmth, clarity, and a new voice rooted in tradition.

Artist Bio

Nathan Tokunaga is a New York City–based clarinetist and saxophonist from the San Francisco Bay Area whose music blends classic jazz traditions with a fresh voice. A 2026 YoungArts® winner in jazz clarinet, he has performed at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Birdland, Smalls Jazz Club, Lindy Focus, and the Healdsburg Jazz Festival. His playing brings the joy and spirit of swing to a new generation of listeners while remaining deeply rooted in the jazz tradition.
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640 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA, United States, California 94301

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