Jazz

SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music.

Andrew Gilbert - August 14, 2018

The thrilling jazz vocalist showcases her impressive originals at an intimate SFJAZZ show.

Lou Fancher - August 8, 2018

The beloved singer is all about the music and the festival welcomes her to its all-star roster.

Andrew Gilbert - August 7, 2018

The glorious jazz vocalist and her powerhouse trio take it up a notch at Feinstein's with guest saxophonist Houston Person.

Andrew Gilbert - August 6, 2018

One of jazz history’s most idiosyncratic individuals gets a Bay Area festival all his own.

Michael Zwiebach - July 31, 2018

The world-famous recording venue will close in mid-September.

Andrew Gilbert - July 31, 2018

The alto sax legend, who recently turned 79, plays the final week of the Stanford Jazz Festival.

Jeff Kaliss - July 30, 2018

Fela Kuti’s son extends his father’s legacy, while creating his own.

Tysen Dauer - July 23, 2018

Despite some rough edges, a concert of Glass’s solo piano music is intellectually and musically engaging.

Jeff Kaliss - July 17, 2018

The largest jazz festival in the world brings in artists of all stripes.

Lou Fancher - July 16, 2018

The Oakland-born composer of “Oh Happy Day” died this past January, and his music will be at the center of Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir’s festival performances.