Jazz

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

Jeff Kaliss - December 6, 2022

The great jazz player is remembered for his mentorship and collegiality, as well as masterful musicianship.

Andrew Gilbert - November 28, 2022

The expert singer who helped build up the Austin music scene before relocating to the Bay Area returns with her first album in 17 years.

Andrew Gilbert - November 21, 2022

Vocalist Kenny Washington settles into a four-night run at the Bay Area’s newest jazz venue.

Jonathan Leal - November 15, 2022

SFCV chats with the genre-crossing player whose sound lies somewhere between classical, jazz, rock, and Armenian folk music.

Andrew Gilbert - November 8, 2022

The Berkeley jazz pianist introduces her new quintet in a beguiling evening at SFJAZZ.

Jeff Kaliss - November 1, 2022

The saxophonist and longtime SFSU faculty member has carved an idiosyncratic path and brought up a new generation of players his own way.

Josef Woodard - October 24, 2022

Vocalist Luciana Souza and arranger Vince Mendoza open the annual festival with their deep-dive Storytellers project.

Andrew Gilbert - October 24, 2022

The storied ensemble-in-residence that’s always inviting new players into the fold debuts this week in its latest configuration.

Andrew Gilbert - October 16, 2022

One of the surest signs that the community is finding its footing again is the opening of a new club, Simon Rowe’s Keys Jazz Bistro.

Andrew Gilbert - September 27, 2022

The lineup for the 65th edition of jazz’s premier weekend is liberating and represents many interesting directions.