SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music. Music News LA Phil Announces Ford Reopening Peter Feher - June 2, 2021 The amphitheater will be hosting a roster of A-list musicians in diverse genres. Music News SFJAZZ Kicks Off a Fresh Season Via a Virtual Festival Paul Kotapish - May 25, 2021 The first of 18 exclusive broadcasts begins June 3 with a concert from Havana. Artist Spotlight Caroline Chung Stays in the Groove With Sounds of Haejin Lou Fancher - May 24, 2021 The bassist/composer talks about her latest disc and the diverse collaborators and influences that inform her sound. Feature The Essential Vijay Iyer Andrew Gilbert - May 24, 2021 A wide-angle introduction to the deeply expressive pianist. Review Uneasy Turbulence From Vijay Iyer’s Jazz Piano Trio Richard S. Ginell - May 24, 2021 The new disc features intense, three-way musical discussions based on two decades’ worth of Iyer themes. Feature The Essential Nina Simone Emily Wilson - May 17, 2021 Our primer on great performances by the transcendent singer/composer. Feature Bill Kwan Gets Beneath the Skin With Sade Andrew Gilbert - May 11, 2021 A San Francisco jazz vocalist takes a deep dive into the Nigerian superstar’s songbook. Feature The Essential Myra Melford Andrew Gilbert - April 19, 2021 The visionary jazz pianist offers an abundance of musical riches. Here’s our guide to a few outstanding gems. Review Celebrating Astor Piazzolla at 100 Steven Winn - April 11, 2021 The Philharmonic Society of Orange County hosts violinist Philippe Quint in a tribute to the artist who transformed tango. Streaming through April 13. Artist Spotlight Hafez Modirzadeh Pushes Jazz Beyond the Limits of Chromatic Tones Jeff Kaliss - April 5, 2021 The fearless saxophonist and composer talks about his latest explorations with three top pianists. Pagination 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page