SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music. Review Bill Frisell and Friends Play the Music of Dreams Andrew Gilbert - April 23, 2024 Complex, wide-ranging, and shot through with visual imagery, the guitarist’s new compositions could easily make for a film score. Feature The Musical Vision of Mark Lewis Andrew Gilbert - April 22, 2024 The saxophonist and flutist, who returns to the Bay Area this month, has gained a cult following for his unique artistic intuition. 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. Pagination 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page