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 - May 25, 2020

The prolific jazz composer/clarinetist finds inspiration in seclusion for his Plague Diary.

Andrew Gilbert - May 5, 2020

The lockdown hasn’t put a hold on making fresh music and sharing it with the world for these five creative pairs.

Andrew Gilbert - April 23, 2020

A veteran of Oakland’s black music scene tackles pandemic issues in a remarkable new album created in quarantine.

Andrew Gilbert - March 21, 2020

An appreciation for the brilliant jazz pianist and his special relationship with greater San Francisco.

Andrew Gilbert - March 16, 2020

The beloved jazz musician, comedian, and raconteur was a mainstay of Bay Area cultural life for half a century.

Andrew Gilbert - March 7, 2020

The noted Irish siblings and their extended musical family gear up for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations around the Bay.

Andrew Gilbert - March 3, 2020

The Cuban pianist brings perfect playmates to Yoshi’s for his ever-evolving musical vision.

Andrew Gilbert - February 18, 2020

The ensemble of jazz all-stars brings its post-bop magic to California.

Andrew Gilbert - February 18, 2020

The Spanish pianist debuts his new album at Red Poppy Art House.

Andrew Gilbert - February 17, 2020

Bunnett’s all-female Afro-Cuban jazz group plays multiple gigs around the Bay Area this season.