Spencer uses the MLK holiday to introduce singers from her mentoring program across a weekend of sets at the SFJAZZ Center.
The eminent jazz artist also brings in an East Bay-reared rhythm section of bassist David Ewell and percussionist Sameer Gupta.
The ensemble, with a strong connection to both sides of the Pacific, reunites for a series of Bay Area shows this month.
The Bay Area was home to these sage masters, underground legends, and leading lights gone too soon.
The venue’s annual June festival is now being jointly presented by the LA Phil and the worldwide entertainment group.
Hunter is at the sweet spot in his career, helping fellow musicians in jazz, roots, and soul realize their artistic ambitions.
In wide-ranging set that covers bolero, R&B, and a handful of holiday tunes, Wolf proves herself the complete package.
Alumni, faculty, and supporters of the Oakland music education program are reuniting for an evening of performances at Yoshi’s.
The composer and bassist is at SFJAZZ this week playing music off her first album and more.
The ensemble has partnered with the de Young Museum for this season’s commissioning project, blending music and visuals with intriguing results.
