SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music. Review The Art of the SFJAZZ Collective Andrew Gilbert - October 28, 2024 The ensemble has partnered with the de Young Museum for this season’s commissioning project, blending music and visuals with intriguing results. Feature Wayne Shorter, Always a Jazz Pioneer, Still Inspires Others to Innovate Andrew Gilbert - October 28, 2024 The legacy of the late saxophonist and composer is being celebrated by his bandmates in concerts around California this month. Feature A Legendary San Francisco Blues Spot Reopens Jeff Kaliss - October 22, 2024 After a five-year closure, Biscuits and Blues is in business again and hoping to bring audiences back with a community celebration. Review Jason Moran Does Justice to James Reese Europe, a Pioneer of Black Music Richard S. Ginell - October 15, 2024 In a performance at Disney Hall, the pianist and his band champion the legacy of this influential figure in the early history of jazz. Feature Oakland Symphony, Living Jazz Join Forces in Bright New Era for East Bay Music Andrew Gilbert - October 15, 2024 The Oakland Symphony’s first concert under Music Director Kedrick Armstrong spotlights the unsung efforts of a Bay Area organization. Music News Take a Trip Around San Francisco’s Jazz Scene via New Passport Program Jeff Kaliss - October 14, 2024 Four independent venues — Mr. Tipple’s, Black Cat, the Dawn Club, and Keys Jazz Bistro — are partnering up. Artist Spotlight Akiko Yano Is Excited to Meet Her West Coast Fans Yoshi Kato - October 7, 2024 The Japanese musical icon speaks with SFCV about why she stayed away from the Golden State for so long. Feature Mixing It Up at the Monterey Jazz Festival Andrew Gilbert - October 7, 2024 The year’s lineup, the first under new Artistic Director Darin Atwater, features a kaleidoscopic range of musical acts. Music News Segerstrom Center Announces Chamber and Jazz Series Victoria Looseleaf - October 1, 2024 The smaller-scale Samueli Theater hosts stars from the classical, jazz, and cabaret scenes. Feature The Return of Brazilian Bossa Great Marcos Valle Andrew Gilbert - September 16, 2024 Good things have always happened for the Rio de Janeiro-raised vocalist and multi-instrumentalist when he’s come to California. Pagination 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page