Alex Bugnon

Alex Bugnon brings his melodic, groove-centered contemporary jazz to Blues Alley. The Swiss-born composer, keyboardist, and bandleader is known for music that reflects both his distinctive sound and broad creative influences. His 2001 recording “Soul Purpose” spent 23 weeks on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz chart.

Bugnon grew up near Montreux, Switzerland, home of the renowned Montreux Jazz Festival, and was influenced early on by his friendship with Herbie Hancock and his uncle, legendary trumpeter Donald Byrd. He studied at the Paris Conservatory and Berklee College of Music before developing a sound shaped by jazz, R&B, gospel, and funk. After moving to New York, he toured with artists including Melba Moore, Freddie Jackson, Patti Austin, James Ingram, and Glenn Jones. His work with saxophonist Najee led to his first recording contract with Orpheus Records.

When: Sunday, November 29, 2026

Showtime: 5:30 PM

Tickets: $35, plus a $7 fee

Venue: Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20007

Seating: Seating is first come at the door.

Doors: For the Sunday performance, doors open at 4:30 PM.

Food and beverage minimum: Each guest must purchase at least $15 in food or beverages; this minimum is not included in the ticket price.

Ticket policy: All sales are final. Tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable.

Recording policy: Photography and recording of any kind are prohibited during the performance.

Audience etiquette: Guests are asked to keep conversation to a minimum during the performance.

Run time: Not specified.

Ages: Not specified.

Accessibility: Not specified.

All dates: Nov 27 at 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM · Nov 28 at 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM · Nov 29 at 5:30 PM & 8:00 PM