JAZZ
Classic Jazz, New Voice Featuring Nathan Tokunaga (Sat 5/23 - 5 pm)
Sat, May 23
|Meyhouse Jazz San Ramon Stage
Clarinetist and saxophonist Nathan Tokunaga brings the Great American Songbook to life with clarity, swing, and a fresh perspective — rooted in tradition, shaped for today.
Time & Location
May 23, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Meyhouse Jazz San Ramon Stage, 6000 Bollinger Canyon Rd suite 1505, San Ramon, CA 94583, USA
Guests
About the event
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 fres…