Jazz

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

Andrew Gilbert - October 15, 2024

The Oakland Symphony’s first concert under Music Director Kedrick Armstrong spotlights the unsung efforts of a Bay Area organization.

Jeff Kaliss - October 14, 2024

Four independent venues — Mr. Tipple’s, Black Cat, the Dawn Club, and Keys Jazz Bistro — are partnering up.

Yoshi Kato - October 7, 2024

The Japanese musical icon speaks with SFCV about why she stayed away from the Golden State for so long.

Andrew Gilbert - October 7, 2024

The year’s lineup, the first under new Artistic Director Darin Atwater, features a kaleidoscopic range of musical acts.

Victoria Looseleaf - October 1, 2024

The smaller-scale Samueli Theater hosts stars from the classical, jazz, and cabaret scenes.

Andrew Gilbert - September 16, 2024

Good things have always happened for the Rio de Janeiro-raised vocalist and multi-instrumentalist when he’s come to California.

Andrew Gilbert - September 10, 2024

The Oakland performer and composer has adapted the story of the golem into an engaging eight-part suite.

Andrew Gilbert - August 24, 2024

Vibraphone players are coming to the fore as bandleaders and composers, a trend that’s now set to take over San Francisco.

Richard S. Ginell - August 19, 2024

One of the most famous jazz albums of all time, played by the OG in front of a happy crowd.

Andrew Gilbert - August 13, 2024

A festival long known for its Pan-American musical flavor outdoes itself this year.