SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music. Feature The California Jazz Conservatory on the March Andrew Gilbert - February 24, 2018 Launching its accredited degree program and finishing an ambitious expansion plan, the CJC is entering a new era. Review Power of Five Showcases Rising Bandleaders Andrew Gilbert - February 20, 2018 Jazz in the Neighborhood presented three adventurous and diverse California Jazz Conservatory bandleaders. Review Cecile McLorin Salvant Is One of the Best, and There’s More to Come Andrew Gilbert - February 10, 2018 The jazz vocalist reveals depth and velvety beauty in her Cal Performances appearance. Review Marching Into the Future With the Preservation Hall Jazz Band Andrew Gilbert - February 6, 2018 An American epic continues as the PHJB joins forces with Mexican roots music band Los Cenzontles and Cuban and Brazilian musicians at SFJAZZ. Preview Jazz Angel: Destiny Muhammad Takes the Harp New Places Lou Fancher - January 26, 2018 The “Harpist from the Hood” performs at BAMPFA’s “Full: Street Classical” event. Artist Spotlight Paul Dresher Goes Beyond a Beloved, Minimalist Masterwork Jeff Kaliss - January 22, 2018 In Ned Rothenberg’s Beyond C, the Paul Dresher Ensemble revisits Terry Riley’s iconic In C. Review Oakland Symphony’s Playlist Series Tears Up the Conventional Concert Playbook Jeff Kaliss - January 22, 2018 Playing music suggested by W. Kamau Bell, the orchestra showed an inspiring willingness to experiment. Review Denny Zeitlin Gets to Billy Strayhorn’s Lovesome Heart Andrew Gilbert - December 12, 2017 The famous pianist rises to emotional heights in Strayhorn’s sublime ballads. Review Guitar Legend John McLaughlin Retires With an Incendiary Farewell Concert Richard S. Ginell - December 12, 2017 The founder of the Mahavishnu Orchestra burns bright with his innovative mélange of jazz, rock, and Indian themes in the final concert of his last tour. Feature SFJAZZ: Commission and Omissions Andrew Gilbert - December 11, 2017 Will the leading institution step up to support composers and foster new jazz voices in the Bay Area? Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 Next › Next page Last » Last page
