Andrew Gilbert

The eclectic, vibrant, and joyous festival was a testament to outgoing Artistic Director Tim Jackson’s 33 years of leadership.

Extravagantly talented pianists, from acknowledged masters to heralded new talent, are blooming everywhere in the Bay Area this month.

The master Brazilian composer waited decades for his moment, finally playing live in Berkeley 51 years after his debut album.

You’d never know the full extent of the music that’s been recorded in the San Francisco studio, but a new documentary examines it all.

This month, iconic Cuban artists representing more than a century of music can be heard from Berkeley to Santa Cruz.

The Uruguayan singer-songwriter, who won a milestone Academy Award in 2005, is back on tour in California.

It’s harder than ever to make a living as an independent performing artist. These grassroots organizations are trying to make a difference.

Bartz is one in a small class of elite players tapped for the nation’s highest jazz honor this year.

This year’s concert has all stars at every stand and includes guest vocalist Clairdee and saxophonist Ken Peplowski.

A jazz festival should honor the tradition and its contemporary practitioners by headlining them.