SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music. Review Pianist Dee Spencer Showcases Young Talent in “Lift Every Voice” Concerts Yoshi Kato - January 22, 2025 Spencer uses the MLK holiday to introduce singers from her mentoring program across a weekend of sets at the SFJAZZ Center. Feature The Enthralling World of Vocalist and Composer Arooj Aftab Andrew Gilbert - January 20, 2025 Aftab tours California this month, going deeper into the songs and sounds on her latest album, Night Reign. Review Marc Cary’s Brilliant Pianism on Display at Black Cat Andrew Gilbert - January 14, 2025 The eminent jazz artist also brings in an East Bay-reared rhythm section of bassist David Ewell and percussionist Sameer Gupta. Feature Jazz Meets Japanese Folk Music in Akira Tana’s All-Star Quartet, Otonowa Andrew Gilbert - January 6, 2025 The ensemble, with a strong connection to both sides of the Pacific, reunites for a series of Bay Area shows this month. Music News Saving El Cerrito’s Down Home Music Store Jeff Kaliss - January 6, 2025 A deal to purchase the property and preserve decades of folk music history was recently inked. Feature Jazz Giants We Lost Last Year Andrew Gilbert - January 6, 2025 The Bay Area was home to these sage masters, underground legends, and leading lights gone too soon. Music News Jazz at the Hollywood Bowl Comes Under the Blue Note Banner Tom Jacobs - December 23, 2024 The venue’s annual June festival is now being jointly presented by the LA Phil and the worldwide entertainment group. Feature 2024 Recording Roundup of Local Artists SFCV Editors - December 17, 2024 Offered without critique, a smorgasbord of music that was released this year. Feature Charlie Hunter, Prodigal Guitarist, Returns to the Bay Area Andrew Gilbert - December 10, 2024 Hunter is at the sweet spot in his career, helping fellow musicians in jazz, roots, and soul realize their artistic ambitions. Review A Style for Every Season at SFJAZZ With Singer Destani Wolf Andrew Gilbert - December 9, 2024 In wide-ranging set that covers bolero, R&B, and a handful of holiday tunes, Wolf proves herself the complete package. Pagination 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page