Lynne Arriale Brings Her Trio to Oakland
Ahead of her April 25 appearance at Piedmont Piano Company, pianist-composer Lynne Arriale reflects on the childhood ear that led her to jazz, the human values at the center of Being Human, and a trio set shaped by lyricism, optimism, and close listening.
Ben Wendel on Improvisation and Yoshi’s
Ben Wendel discusses his musical beginnings, the openness of jazz, the thinking behind “On The Trail” and “Wanderers,” and the deep band chemistry behind his upcoming quartet appearance at Yoshi’s.
T.K. Blue Brings Randy Weston’s African Rhythms to SFJAZZ
Ahead of SFJAZZ’s three-night centennial tribute to Randy Weston in the Joe Henderson Lab, T.K. Blue reflects on Weston’s influence, the African Rhythms lineage, and the spirit behind these upcoming performances.
Flying High at the Presidio: Waldowski and Fulton Celebrate Swing’s Leading Women
On March 15, the Presidio Theatre hosts Flying High: Still Soaring, a Women’s History Month tribute to the swing-era vocalists who shaped the Great American Songbook—led by producer Suzanne Waldowski and musical director Champian Fulton.
Ten Strings, One Voice: Hamilton de Holanda’s Modern Vision for the Bandolim
Grammy- and Latin Grammy–winning bandolim virtuoso Hamilton de Holanda brings his trio to SFJAZZ for a performance rooted in choro tradition and shaped by jazz improvisation. In this feature, de Holanda reflects on melody, lineage, and the creative freedom driving his current work.
Chico Pinheiro and Vinicius Cantuária Bring Brazilian Guitar Dialogues to SFJAZZ
Brazilian guitarists Chico Pinheiro and Vinicius Cantuária bring an intimate duo performance to SFJAZZ’s Joe Henderson Lab, blending Brazilian song, jazz improvisation, and shared musical history in a close-range concert setting.
Echoes & Inspirations: Melissa Aldana’s Jazz Journey
History-making saxophonist Melissa Aldana joins us to discuss her introspective new album Echoes of the Inner Prophet, her deep connection to Sonny Rollins and Wayne Shorter, and her upcoming double bill with Taylor Eigsti at SFJAZZ.
Adam Shulman: A San Francisco Holiday Tradition Returns to SFJAZZ
For over a decade, pianist Adam Shulman has kicked off the holidays in San Francisco with his tribute to Vince Guaraldi. We sat down with him to discuss A Charlie Brown Christmas, his classical roots, and what to expect at his December 21st matinee at SFJAZZ.