SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music. Feature Jazzy Summer Songs Andrew Gilbert - June 3, 2019 Our picks for great June festivals and gigs featuring jazz vocalists. Review Lila Downs Is All Showbiz at SFJAZZ Jeff Kaliss - May 21, 2019 The singer deployed her vocal gifts in a set drawn from her latest album. Review Three Titans of New Music Make Sparks Fly at the Chapel Giacomo Fiore - May 20, 2019 Terry Riley, Laurie Anderson, and John Zorn improvise their way to new musical horizons. Feature Duke Ellington Looms Larger Than Ever Andrew Gilbert - May 17, 2019 The composer has been dinged by critics here and there, but his music continues to inspire musicians, 45 years after his passing. Review New Century Chamber Orchestra Gets Down Home in “American Masters” Jeff Kaliss - May 14, 2019 A collaboration with Marcus Roberts’s jazz trio opens new musical avenues for the NCCO. Review Harold Mabern: Wildman at the Keys Andrew Gilbert - May 14, 2019 The octogenarian jazzman sets the Black Cat ablaze with his fiery trio. Review Get on Your Feet With the Afro-Cuban All Stars Jeff Kaliss - May 6, 2019 The 14-member ensemble has the audience at SFJAZZ dancing and clapping along. Feature Jazz Blooms in May Andrew Gilbert - May 2, 2019 Great players, big events, a few small venues: our monthly guide. Feature Exploring Coltrane ’58: The Prestige Recordings Andrew Gilbert - April 27, 2019 A new box set shines light on the saxophonist’s creative process within the context of his musical circle. Review Good Moon Rising With Naomi Moon Siegel Andrew Gilbert - April 22, 2019 With a new album in tow, trombonist/composer Siegel leads a fresh and unusual set at The Octopus Literary Salon. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 … Next › Next page Last » Last page