SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music. Review With Larry Grenadier, Bass Is the Place Andrew Gilbert - October 29, 2019 The ECM celebration at SFJAZZ sizzled with Grenadier and a set by Wadada Leo Smith and his quartet. Feature ECM and the Silence in the Sound Andrew Gilbert - October 20, 2019 An SFJAZZ series celebrates the groundbreaking German record label as it turns 50. Artist Spotlight Pianist Tigran Hamasyan Draws Deeply From His Armenian Roots Lily O'Brien - October 19, 2019 The jazz virtuoso has an upcoming gig at SFJAZZ. He reveals his wildly eclectic influences. Review Oakland Symphony Makes Art From Its Diverse City Michael Zwiebach - October 15, 2019 A trip to the Oakland Symphony tells you a lot about the deep connections of the orchestra to its community. Feature The Poetry of Jazz Andrew Gilbert - October 13, 2019 The venerable pairing of spoken verse and improvised music is blooming with new vigor. Review Ila Cantor’s Enchanting Encanto Andrew Gilbert - October 8, 2019 The fearless jazz guitarist celebrates a new recording with a hot combo featuring the charango. Review Chick Corea Sizzles in Acoustic Trio Format at UCLA Richard S. Ginell - October 6, 2019 Christian McBride and Brian Blades join the pianist in an endlessly inventive set of fresh-sounding standards. Review The Monterey Difference Andrew Gilbert - October 6, 2019 The world’s longest-running jazz festival is still tops. Artist Spotlight Two Pianists, One Dream Lisa Houston - September 24, 2019 Natasha Paremski and Alfredo Rodríguez pair off for three masterworks. Feature The Day After #MeToo at Monterey Jazz Andrew Gilbert - September 20, 2019 Women musicians are in forefront of this year’s lineup at the legendary festival. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 … Next › Next page Last » Last page
