Jazz

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

Andrew Gilbert - March 6, 2018

The commanding pianist is paring things down at Yoshi’s, with a trio that includes Senegalese kora player Seckou Keita and Venezuelan percussionist Gustavo Ovalles.

Jeff Kaliss - March 2, 2018

There are lots of surprises in Oakland's arts scene, not least of them, this black-owned jazz club, merging old and new.

Michael Zwiebach - February 27, 2018

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Andrew Gilbert - February 24, 2018

Launching its accredited degree program and finishing an ambitious expansion plan, the CJC is entering a new era.

Andrew Gilbert - February 20, 2018

Jazz in the Neighborhood presented three adventurous and diverse California Jazz Conservatory bandleaders.

Andrew Gilbert - February 10, 2018

The jazz vocalist reveals depth and velvety beauty in her Cal Performances appearance.

Andrew Gilbert - February 6, 2018

An American epic continues as the PHJB joins forces with Mexican roots music band Los Cenzontles and Cuban and Brazilian musicians at SFJAZZ.

Lou Fancher - January 26, 2018

The “Harpist from the Hood” performs at BAMPFA’s “Full: Street Classical” event.

Jeff Kaliss - January 22, 2018

In Ned Rothenberg’s Beyond C, the Paul Dresher Ensemble revisits Terry Riley’s iconic In C.

Jeff Kaliss - January 22, 2018

Playing music suggested by W. Kamau Bell, the orchestra showed an inspiring willingness to experiment.