SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music. Music News Cal Performances’ 2019-2020 Promises Stars and Big Premieres Michael Zwiebach - April 19, 2019 The Mariinsky Ballet, Renée Fleming, and a reimagined Scott Joplin opera are only a few of the standout attractions. Review Kurt Rosenwinkel Sets a High Bar With the Standards Trio Andrew Gilbert - April 16, 2019 The influential guitarist’s trio plays new interpretations of the American Songbook and canonical jazz tunes. Artist Spotlight Gerald Clayton Talks About Jazz and the Creative Process Lily O'Brien - April 13, 2019 The pianist and composer plays SFJAZZ with his trio April 20–21. Music News S.F. Performances Still Looking Ahead at 40 Michael Zwiebach - April 9, 2019 Lots of star performers and new collaborations spark the organization’s coming season. Feature No Foolin’ — April Abounds With Beautiful Music Andrew Gilbert - April 1, 2019 Our picks for this month’s best in jazz, Brazilian, blues, and more. Feature Not Your Average Violinists: A Trio of Adventurous Recordings Allan Kozinn - March 29, 2019 Jennifer Koh, Rachel Barton Pine, and Hugh Marsh tap into fresh founts of inspiration ranging from rural blues to electronic processing. Preview Natalie Cressman and Guitarist Ian Faquini Team Up for a Brazilian Outing Jeff Kaliss - March 29, 2019 The singer/trombonist talks about the duo’s new recording of originals and an upcoming tour stop in Oakland. Review Jazz Diva Sofia Rei and Collaborator JC Maillard Captivate at SFJAZZ Andrew Gilbert - March 26, 2019 The inventive duo joins forces with percussionist Tupac Mantilla in a set of John Zorn pieces. Preview Rhonda Benin’s “Just Like a Woman” Returns to the Freight & Salvage Lou Fancher - March 19, 2019 Tammy Hall, Maria Muldaur, and Kim Nalley are among the 11 jazz artists joining Benin in her annual celebration of Bay Area women in music. Review (M)iyamoto Is Black Enough Sizzles With Percussive Energy Tamzin Elliott - March 18, 2019 The poetry-percussion-cello ensemble celebrates black cultures in its eponymous program at The Wallis. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 … Next › Next page Last » Last page