Andrew Gilbert

A Los Angeles native based in the Berkeley area since 1996, Andrew Gilbert covers jazz, international music and dance for KQED's California Report, The Mercury News, San Francisco Chronicle, Berkeleyside and other publications.

Articles By This Author

Andrew Gilbert - March 29, 2018

Randall Kline and SFJAZZ convene jazz players on ways to connect the presenter more closely to the local scene.

Andrew Gilbert - March 19, 2018

60 minutes of heaven from one of the hardest working women on the Bay Area jazz scene.

Andrew Gilbert - March 12, 2018

Berkeley pianist Laura Klein assembles a crackerjack ensemble to celebrate Marian McPartland's composition legacy.

Andrew Gilbert - March 6, 2018

The commanding pianist is paring things down at Yoshi’s, with a trio that includes Senegalese kora player Seckou Keita and Venezuelan percussionist Gustavo Ovalles.

Andrew Gilbert - February 24, 2018

Launching its accredited degree program and finishing an ambitious expansion plan, the CJC is entering a new era.

Andrew Gilbert - February 20, 2018

Jazz in the Neighborhood presented three adventurous and diverse California Jazz Conservatory bandleaders.

Andrew Gilbert - February 10, 2018

The jazz vocalist reveals depth and velvety beauty in her Cal Performances appearance.

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.

Andrew Gilbert - December 12, 2017

The famous pianist rises to emotional heights in Strayhorn’s sublime ballads.

Andrew Gilbert - December 11, 2017

Will the leading institution step up to support composers and foster new jazz voices in the Bay Area?