Rick Braun live in Oakland

Experience Rick Braun live on October 30th

Rick Braun is scheduled to perform at Yoshi’s Oakland on October 30, 2026. Braun is a prominent American smooth jazz trumpeter, composer, and producer. His musical style blends traditional jazz instrumentation with elements of R&B, pop, and funk, often featuring melodic improvisation and a sophisticated harmonic approach. He has released numerous albums throughout his career, frequently charting on Billboard’s contemporary jazz charts and collaborating with artists across various genres.

Yoshi’s Oakland is a renowned jazz club located in Jack London Square, Oakland, California. Originally founded in San Francisco in 1977 by Yoshie Akimoto, it quickly became a vital hub for both established and emerging jazz musicians. The Oakland location opened in 1983 and has hosted performances by many legendary figures including McCoy Tyner, Joe Henderson, and Pharoah Sanders.

The venue is known for its intimate setting and excellent acoustics. Yoshi's experienced a period of closure and relocation within Oakland before returning to its current space, continuing its legacy as a significant cultural institution dedicated to the presentation of jazz and related musical styles. It remains an important part of the Bay Area’s vibrant music scene.