Jazz

The local favorite tours in support of a new CD inspired by the late Sven Asmussen and other string wizards.

The 89-year-old piano master opens SFJAZZ’s season.

Adam Theis and his audacious jazz collective present a free show at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival.

The influential guitarist talks about his famous violin collection and upcoming gigs at the Freight & Salvage.

The new trio-in-residence intertwines ideas and tones at the California Jazz Conservatory.

The jazzy Christian McBride Big Band finds common ground with progressive hip-hop from The Roots.

The combo, featuring alumni from Blakey’s pioneering band, offers a fitting season finale for the Jazz at Lesher series.

Yum-Yum and Nanki-Poo swing it in this updated jazz take on the Gilbert & Sullivan classic.

It was a Brazilian love affair for a night filled with tributes and reunions of old pros.

Just dipping a toe in the musical waters of the San José jazz celebration is a full-immersion experience.