Steven Roby 5/1/26 Steven Roby 5/1/26

The Sextet David Weiss Spent Decades Building

Trumpeter and composer David Weiss brings his sextet and music from Auteur to SFJAZZ’s Joe Henderson Lab on May 17, closing a tour that has given this seasoned working band time to settle, stretch, and sharpen.

Steven Roby 4/29/26 Steven Roby 4/29/26

Gunhild Carling at SFJAZZ’s Joe Henderson Lab

Gunhild Carling returns to SFJAZZ’s Joe Henderson Lab for four performances with her New Orleans ensemble, blending multi-instrumental virtuosity with a live approach centered on audience connection and real-time musical exchange.

Steven Roby 4/23/26 Steven Roby 4/23/26

Daniel Ho’s Many Roads to SFJAZZ

Ahead of his May 2 appearance at SFJAZZ’s Joe Henderson Lab, Daniel Ho reflects on his Hawaiian roots, his wide-ranging musical path, and the quartet he’s bringing to San Francisco.

Steven Roby 4/12/26 Steven Roby 4/12/26

Instant Alter Brings Future Fusion to SFJAZZ

Ahead of Instant Alter’s April 19 shows at SFJAZZ’s Joe Henderson Lab, vocalist Natasha Agrama talks about the band’s roots, its stripped-down but harmonically rich sound, and the values driving music built for the present moment.