Chief Adjuah live in Oakland

Experience Chief Adjuah live on July 19th

Chief Adjuah, born Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah, will perform at Yoshi’s Oakland on July 19, 2026. Adjuah is a contemporary jazz trumpeter and composer known for blending elements of jazz, funk, West African rhythms, and hip-hop into a sound he terms “Stretch Music.” This approach emphasizes rhythmic and harmonic freedom, aiming to expand the traditional boundaries of jazz improvisation. He frequently utilizes custom-designed instruments incorporating alternate valve systems to achieve unique sonic textures. Adjuah has released numerous critically acclaimed albums and consistently tours internationally.

Yoshi’s Oakland is a renowned jazz club with a significant history in the Bay Area music scene. Originally founded in Berkeley, California in 1974 by Yoshiaki “Yoshi” Matsuura, it quickly became a vital venue for both established and emerging jazz artists. The club relocated to Jack London Square in Oakland in 2007, offering a larger capacity and enhanced acoustics. Yoshi's has hosted performances by many legendary figures including McCoy Tyner, Joe Henderson, and Herbie Hancock. It is recognized for its intimate setting and commitment to showcasing diverse styles within the jazz spectrum and related genres.