Channeling Wes Montgomery: Mason Razavi’s Modern Take on the Classic Organ Quartet
Bay Area guitarist Mason Razavi brings his organ quartet to the Joe Henderson Lab to celebrate the release of his new album Even Keel. Known for a warm, singing guitar tone and crisp melodic lines, Razavi draws on the tradition of Wes Montgomery and Kenny Burrell while keeping the writing modern and harmonically rich.
Reimagining Philly Soul: Lisa Fischer & Orrin Evans Bring “Lush Harmonies” and Deep Grooves to SFJAZZ
Following her intimate Listening Party, vocal powerhouse Ms. Lisa Fischer will settle into the Miner Auditorium for a four-night residency beginning December 4. Accompanied by pianist Orrin Evans and his trio, this series celebrates the lush harmonies and deep grooves of Philadelphia soul, reshaping hits from the Philadelphia International era alongside unexpected deep cuts. By leaning into their shared roots in R&B, gospel, jazz, and rock, the group creates a sound built for both "pocket and exploration," ensuring a unique performance arc every night.
From The Rolling Stones to Philly Soul: An Intimate Night of Stories with Lisa Fischer
SFJAZZ opens December by inviting audiences into Miner Auditorium for an intimate Listening Party with Ms. Lisa Fischer and SFJAZZ CEO Gabrielle Armand. The two-time GRAMMY-winning vocalist will share favorite recordings, play unreleased material, and reflect on stories from her decades on the road with the Rolling Stones, Luther Vandross, and many others.
Experience Latin Jazz Master JOHN SANTOS
"The Latin music Renaissance man" (San Francisco Chronicle), percussionist and composer John Santos is turning 70, and he is celebrating the milestone with a magical, all-star evening of Latin jazz.
Stefon Harris & Blackout/Theo Croker: Two Generations of Jazz Innovation Coming To Miner
This powerful double bill, presented as part of Terence Blanchard’s UpSwing series, brings together a veteran master and a true rising star for one electrifying night of modern jazz evolution.
Act Now: Don't Miss the Hot Swing Magic with Veronica Swift
The legacy of pioneering Romani jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt is more vibrant than ever, thanks to the world’s leading purveyors of the style: the Django Festival Allstars. This very special night is dedicated to the ebullient, swinging sound of "jazz manouche," elevated by the inclusion of the sublime vocalist Veronica Swift.
Discover Low Leaf's Ethereal, One-Night-Only Sound
Angelica Lopez, the visionary composer and producer known as Low Leaf, is not simply a musician—she is a sonic cartographer exploring the intersection of the spiritual and the digital. Hailing from the creative incubator of the Los Angeles beat scene, Low Leaf has cultivated a sound that is as unique as her journey: a seamless fusion of folk, electronica, jazz, and hip-hop.
Simon, Colley & Blade Bring Three Visitors to the Lab
This historic trio returns to the intimate environs of the Joe Henderson Lab to perform music from their new co-led release, Three Visitors.
Jonathan Kreisberg Quartet Returns to SFJAZZ for Weekend Shows
Let’s be honest: when one of the actual, verified gods of the instrument speaks, you listen. And when the 6 STRING GODFATHER, John Scofield, declares that Jonathan Kreisberg “plays the hell out of the guitar,” you stop whatever you’re doing and you buy the ticket. Full stop. This isn't just jazz guitar; this is an aggressive, beautiful re-engineering of the entire conversation…
SFJAZZ ADDS POWERHOUSE VOCALIST B. DEVEAUX TO 2025/2026 SEASON LINEUP
SFJAZZ today announced the addition of powerhouse vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist B. DeVeaux to its 2025–26 season lineup. Launching the 2026 installment of SFJAZZ’s Hotplate series, DeVeaux will pay tribute to neo-soul icon Jazmine Sullivan and her GRAMMY-nominated 2008 debut album Fearless. Performances are scheduled for Friday, January 23, 2026, at 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Tickets are now available at www.sfjazz.org.
SFJAZZ NOVEMBER 2025 PROGRAMMING
In November 2025, SFJAZZ will continue its 2025/26 season with an eclectic mix of world-class artists. Tickets for all performances are on-sale now at sfjazz.org.
SFJAZZ ANNOUNCES ADDED SHOWS FOR 2025/26 SEASON
SFJAZZ today announced newly added performances for its 2025–26 Season. Tickets for all performances are on sale now at sfjazz.org.
SFJAZZ’s OCTOBER 2025 PROGRAMMING
In October 2025, SFJAZZ will continue its 2025/26 season with an eclectic mix of world-class artists—from jazz legends and rising stars to genre-defying innovators in soul, global music, and beyond. Tickets for all performances are on sale now at sfjazz.org.
SFJAZZ ANNOUNCES FALL/WINTER 2025 LINEUP FOR FRIDAYS LIVE
SFJAZZ has announced the fall/winter 2025 lineup for Fridays Live, its weekly series of live concert broadcasts streamed directly from the SFJAZZ Center to audiences around the world via its video streaming service, SFJAZZ At Home. Premiering every Friday at 7:30 p.m. PT (with encores on Saturdays at 11 am PT and available on-demand the following week), this series features an eclectic mix of world-renowned jazz legends, rising stars, and genre-defying artists performing live from the SFJAZZ Center as part of the 2025-26 Season.
SFJAZZ SEPTEMBER 2025 PROGRAMMING
In September, SFJAZZ kicks off its 2025/26 season with an electrifying mix of talent, setting the tone for a month of genre-defying performances across SFJAZZ Center’s Miner Auditorium and Joe Henderson Lab. Tickets for all performances are on sale now at sfjazz.org.
SFJAZZ WELCOMES THE RETURN OF HIROMI’S SONICWONDER
No jazz pianist alive is possessed of more explosive virtuosity or thrilling unpredictability than Hiromi – a GRAMMY-winning artist the All Music Guide calls “one of the most remarkable pianists of the past half century.”
SFJAZZ TO PRESENT CURATED STAGE AT 68TH ANNUAL MONTEREY JAZZ FESTIVAL
SFJAZZ is proud to announce its participation in the 68th Annual Monterey Jazz Festival, taking place September 26–28, 2025. The dedicated stage—Pacific Jazz Café Presented by SFJAZZ—will feature a dynamic lineup that highlights the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and artistic excellence that defines the Bay Area’s premier jazz institution.
