Jazz

The saxophonist and longtime SFSU faculty member has carved an idiosyncratic path and brought up a new generation of players his own way.

Vocalist Luciana Souza and arranger Vince Mendoza open the annual festival with their deep-dive Storytellers project.

The storied ensemble-in-residence that’s always inviting new players into the fold debuts this week in its latest configuration.

One of the surest signs that the community is finding its footing again is the opening of a new club, Simon Rowe’s Keys Jazz Bistro.

The lineup for the 65th edition of jazz’s premier weekend is liberating and represents many interesting directions.

The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol shares her ambitious concert project, making great use of a Hewlett Foundation grant.

The massive work for orchestra, big band, and chorus was first heard on the West Coast 21 years ago, two days after 9/11.

The famed guitarist brings decades of blues and jazz experience to his gig for the Omni Foundation.

The venerable lyricist is in a new creative chapter, continuing the work he had always done in collaboration with his late wife Marilyn.

This weekend’s NAPA/NOLA festival highlights the unique musical connections between the Bay Area and the Crescent City.