Jazz

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

Andrew Gilbert - July 7, 2020

Our jazz critic shares his choice of recent local releases that provide musical balm for troubled times.

Jeff Kaliss - June 30, 2020

A musical lineage that decisively influenced 20th-century music looks to continue in its own key.

Lou Fancher - June 30, 2020

The award-winning trumpeter, composer, and designer shares his vision for the future of music, culture, and social justice in America.

Lou Fancher - June 22, 2020

In a long interview, the renowned jazz polymath talks about staying human and finding love, justice, and hope in dark times.

Andrew Gilbert - June 15, 2020

Leading Bay Area jazz artists respond to the current moment in the Black Lives Matter movement.

Jeff Kaliss - June 9, 2020

Thanks to an innovative grant, 57 artist/teachers have had projects funded during the lockdown.

Lou Fancher - June 8, 2020

The Grammy-winning East Bay artist shares his insights on staying focused and creative in turbulent times.

Andrew Gilbert - June 1, 2020

Here are six great recommendations for beating the blues with recent recordings by Bay Area jazz heroes.

Andrew Gilbert - May 25, 2020

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

Yoshi Kato - May 19, 2020

Jazz artists follow the lead of the classical world in finding new sources of patronage.