San Francisco

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area.

Brin Solomon - January 18, 2019

Soprano Julia Bullock’s revelatory one-woman show blazes with insight and emotion, and the soprano’s own power.

Richard S. Ginell - January 17, 2019

Despite the title, “The Edge of Jazz” plays more to the concert hall than to the swinging bandstand.

Andrew Gilbert - January 15, 2019

Fireworks fly when the Japanese-born pianist and her supple band explore the intersection of jazz and classical music.

Giacomo Fiore - January 11, 2019

Electronic explorer Pamela Z melds musical minds with dancer Christine Bonasea in a spontaneous, tour-de-force collaboration.

Andrew Gilbert - January 8, 2019

Joshua Redman and Ambrose Akinmusire highlight the final concert of SFJAZZ’s all-star tribute to the influential saxophonist and composer.

Allan Kozinn - January 8, 2019

Recordings of new music rooted in tradition that still is uncompromisingly contemporary — and sometimes unsettling.

Lou Fancher - January 2, 2019

Photographer Veryl Oakland’s images capture jazz greats in beautiful moments both ecstatic and contemplative.

Janos Gereben - January 2, 2019

Great music is essential for great dance, and the S.F. Ballet’s season offers both.

Andrew Gilbert - January 2, 2019

Ready for 2019’s full house of Bay Area jazz? Here are five January events to get you going.

Janos Gereben - January 2, 2019

I due Foscari makes a rare appearance at the Lucie Stern Theatre in February.