Jazz

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

Andrew Gilbert - March 26, 2019

The inventive duo joins forces with percussionist Tupac Mantilla in a set of John Zorn pieces.

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.

Tamzin Elliott - March 18, 2019

The poetry-percussion-cello ensemble celebrates black cultures in its eponymous program at The Wallis.

Andrew Gilbert - March 12, 2019

The seven-string guitarists team up with percussionist Ami Molinelli for an evening of infectious, jazzy choro music.

Andrew Gilbert - March 5, 2019

The adventurous bassist and her ensemble explore new worlds of music inspired by Italo Calvino.

Mark MacNamara - March 1, 2019

The portrait of a veteran saxophonist, still at large.

Andrew Gilbert - March 1, 2019

Our jazz picks this month focus on shows featuring lyrics and verse.

Andrew Gilbert - February 25, 2019

The bassist and his band Think Free get to a deep conversational level at Freight & Salvage.

Brin Solomon - February 21, 2019

Wet Ink continues its exploration of Braxton’s unique, open forms at Areté in New York.

Andrew Gilbert - February 15, 2019

The influential jazz pianist inspires with his adventurous, playful spirit at the California Jazz Conservatory.