SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music. Artist Spotlight The Composer of Birdman Spreads His Wings Victoria Looseleaf - April 15, 2024 Between many projects, drummer Antonio Sánchez tours his famous solo film score on its 10th anniversary. Review Ian Carey’s Wood Metal Plastic Septet Gets Strange at Oaktown Andrew Gilbert - April 9, 2024 The trumpeter’s new group combines a jazz quartet with a string trio and doesn’t sacrifice the particularities of either ensemble. Review Victor Wooten’s Fascinating Electric Bass Concerto at the LA Phil Richard S. Ginell - March 19, 2024 The jazz-funk bassist has created a striking and entertaining work. Feature Saxophonist Howard Wiley, Writ Large Andrew Gilbert - March 18, 2024 With a heroic sound and broad interests, the Oakland native is more than ready for the spotlight at SFJAZZ. Review Harpist Brandee Younger Kicks Off a Year of Alice Coltrane Andrew Gilbert - March 11, 2024 With what could have been a straightforward tribute concert, Younger and guests craft something original and transcendent. Feature Rhapsody in Blue Renewed: 21st-Century Twists on a Beloved Classic Yoshi Kato - February 21, 2024 Musicians are expanding the Gershwin favorite to represent a more diverse understanding of America. Review Down to Brass Tacks With Tuba Player Jonathan Seiberlich Andrew Gilbert - February 20, 2024 On his new album, Isolation Suite, the seasoned Bay Area musician doesn’t shy away from the heavy feelings of the past several years. Feature A Tale of Two Jazz Families in Brazil and the Bay Area Andrew Gilbert - February 20, 2024 The Gurgels have been bringing São Paulo to San Francisco for a decade now, courtesy of the Cressman clan. Feature Drummer Johnathan Blake Introduces Himself to the Bay Area Andrew Gilbert - February 5, 2024 Following a run of shows with pianist Kenny Barron, Blake is debuting at SFJAZZ this week as a bandleader. Review An Imaginative Rhapsody in Blue From Marcus Roberts and the California Symphony Jeff Kaliss - January 30, 2024 Roberts and his trio’s jazzed-up version of the George Gershwin classic is just one discovery in a concert full of revelations. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page