Snarky Puppy on Oct 1, 2024 | UCSB Arts & Lectures

“A barnstorming, groove-centric instrumental act with a rabid fan base and a blithely unplaceable style.” The New York Times

“A quintessential live band.” The New York Times

Are they a jazz orchestra, a funk band or a jam-based collective? With Snarky Puppy, the answer is all of the above. Rousing solos set amidst a deep rolling groove will give the audience plenty to shout about as this powerhouse ensemble shows what has made them a festival favorite worldwide. Known for forging a new path through the thickets of the music industry, Snarky Puppy has earned a reputation as one of the hardest working and most sophisticated proponents of jazz funk. Dueling drummers and a rotating roster of elite soloists keep the funk fires burning whenever these imaginative musicians come to town.

Jazz & Gelato Season Kickoff Party
Arrive early at 6 PM and celebrate with a live DJ set by KCRW's Nassir Nassirzadeh and a sampling of complimentary sweet treats from McConnell's, Via Maestra 42 and Rori's. Stroll through the historic Arlington Theatre paseos and enjoy after-hours access to the nearby Santa Barbara Fine Art gallery as well as illuminated art installations by UCSB alumni Tai Rodrig '14 and Udo Gyene '15. 
Presented in collaboration with the historic ARTS District