SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music. Artist Spotlight Shinnerrie Jackson and Core Ensemble Bring Ain’t I a Woman to the Morrison Series Lou Fancher - March 5, 2020 The versatile singer and actor talks about inhabiting the spirits of four iconic African American women in the long-running show. Review Getting in the Flow With Omar Sosa’s Aguas Trio Andrew Gilbert - March 3, 2020 The Cuban pianist brings perfect playmates to Yoshi’s for his ever-evolving musical vision. Feature LA Phil Promises Power to the People! Victoria Looseleaf - March 3, 2020 In an ambitious programming move, the orchestra hosts all kinds of guest artists in a festival devoted to themes of social justice. Feature PUSH Dance and Idris Ackamoor Set Out on Their “Motley Experiment” Lou Fancher - March 2, 2020 Harlem Renaissance painter Archibald Motley is the inspiration behind PUSH and Acakmoor’s latest show together. Artist Spotlight Ethio-Jazz Star Meklit Hadero Takes Leadership Job at YBCA Emily Wilson - February 29, 2020 The globally admired performer relishes her new role integrating the cultural center’s rich artistic vision. Artist Spotlight Mary Lou’s Apartment Is Bursting With Jazz Lou Fancher - February 20, 2020 Trombonist Pat Mullan talks about how the ensemble pays tribute to African-American jazz masters Mary Lou Williams and Melba Liston. Feature A Recipe for Creative Breakthroughs With The Cookers Andrew Gilbert - February 18, 2020 The ensemble of jazz all-stars brings its post-bop magic to California. Review Alex Conde Makes Magic at the Intersection of Jazz and Flamenco Andrew Gilbert - February 18, 2020 The Spanish pianist debuts his new album at Red Poppy Art House. Feature Jane Bunnett and Maqueque Make Space for Female Jazz Musicians Andrew Gilbert - February 17, 2020 Bunnett’s all-female Afro-Cuban jazz group plays multiple gigs around the Bay Area this season. Review Paula West Goes Deep at Feinstein’s Andrew Gilbert - February 11, 2020 The jazz singer demonstrates her skill at excavating hidden depths in her material, and she does it all with swing and panache. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 … Next › Next page Last » Last page
