Jazz

SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music.

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.

Andrew Gilbert - January 20, 2025

Aftab tours California this month, going deeper into the songs and sounds on her latest album, Night Reign.

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.

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.

Jeff Kaliss - January 6, 2025

A deal to purchase the property and preserve decades of folk music history was recently inked.

Andrew Gilbert - January 6, 2025

The Bay Area was home to these sage masters, underground legends, and leading lights gone too soon.

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.

SFCV Editors - December 17, 2024

Offered without critique, a smorgasbord of music that was released this year.

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.

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.