From Nigerian Afrobeat to an Art Blakey tribute, SFCV’s monthly jazz picks offer something for everyone.
Multiconcert residencies at key Bay Area venues allow artists to stretch beyond the boundaries of one-off performances.
A world premiere, a role debut for Plácido Domingo, and a little bit of Hollywood.
Russian violinist Philippe Quint revives the music of Charlie Chaplin.
A lush, three-disc set from Resonance Records taps deep into the Eric Dolphy legacy.
Some repertory staples get a makeover and fresh casting, while The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs gets its local premiere.
Recordings of new music rooted in tradition that still is uncompromisingly contemporary — and sometimes unsettling.
Photographer Veryl Oakland’s images capture jazz greats in beautiful moments both ecstatic and contemplative.
Ready for 2019’s full house of Bay Area jazz? Here are five January events to get you going.
As our world grows more interconnected, folk and classical traditions continuously mix it up.
