SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music. Feature Hotter Than July Andrew Gilbert - July 1, 2019 Our jazz picks for the month will get your blood going. Review Alan Broadbent and Harvie S — Brothers in Swing Andrew Gilbert - June 23, 2019 Two youthful septuagenarians and a lot of great standards. Review Sheldon Brown and Darren Johnston Quintet Evoke Legendary Five Spot Sessions Andrew Gilbert - June 11, 2019 Eric Dolphy and Booker Little’s famous gigs together inspire another generation of artists. Review The Diverse Playboy Jazz Festival Blasts Through Hollywood Bowl Richard S. Ginell - June 10, 2019 The annual festival is a load of fun, despite persistent over-amplification. Artist Spotlight Jazzmeia Horn is Making Her Mark on Vocal Jazz Lily O'Brien - June 6, 2019 In advance of her gig at SFJAZZ, the accomplished young singer talks about her influences, challenges, and the confluence of politics and music. Feature Requiem for a Bay Area Soul Queen Andrew Gilbert - June 6, 2019 Vaunted R&B and gospel singer Leola Jiles joins the angel band. Feature Jazzy Summer Songs Andrew Gilbert - June 3, 2019 Our picks for great June festivals and gigs featuring jazz vocalists. Review Lila Downs Is All Showbiz at SFJAZZ Jeff Kaliss - May 21, 2019 The singer deployed her vocal gifts in a set drawn from her latest album. Review Three Titans of New Music Make Sparks Fly at the Chapel Giacomo Fiore - May 20, 2019 Terry Riley, Laurie Anderson, and John Zorn improvise their way to new musical horizons. Feature Duke Ellington Looms Larger Than Ever Andrew Gilbert - May 17, 2019 The composer has been dinged by critics here and there, but his music continues to inspire musicians, 45 years after his passing. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 … Next › Next page Last » Last page