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In a season that both upholds tradition and ventures into the future, a roster of stars highlight a packed schedule of exciting concerts. 

The company’s spring program, Future Forward, includes two bold world premieres.

Terence Blanchard and Ravi Coltrane — son of John Coltrane — are featured as part of a six-event series.

Lara Downes and jazz pianist Christian Sands share musical inspiration and conversation.

Presented by SF Performances, Anthony McGill’s April 3 recital was marked by seamless passagework and sensitive dynamics.

In his centenary birth year, the saxophonist/ composer’s music will be celebrated in the Bay Area and everywhere.

The saxophonist and flutist reflects on her 50-year career in the Bay Area jazz scene.

Raised by her jazz musician father in Santiago, the tenor saxophonist will perform in La Jolla on April 11 and in Berkeley on April 15.

In new works by major choreographers, the company of 32 dancers will breathe new life into timeless themes at Cal Performances from April 7–12.

The saxophonist's ambitious SFJAZZ commission did best when the music spoke for itself.