SFJAZZ Center

Building the shape of jazz to come

We have a dream — to build the SFJAZZ Center. With this spectacular new building, SFJAZZ will take its place alongside the Symphony, the Opera and other major institutions, as a permanent home for jazz — America’s original, indigenous art form.

SFJAZZ Center - Under Construction

Get an up to the hour visual update of the SFJAZZ Center being built.

On November 16, 2011, our architectural photographer Henrik Kam was on hand to capture the momentous concrete pour for the SFJAZZ Center foundation. The footage has been compiled into a time-lapse video for everyone's viewing pleasure. Music by Joe Zawinul and Absolute Ensemble.

To get a feel for what the Center will be, peruse these renderings from architect Mark Cavagnero.

See lots of fun photos from our recent SFJAZZ Center Groundbreaking, press conference and spectacular Gala at Bimbo's 365 Club.

Jazz is thrilling, amazing, exhilarating and thought-provoking music. Its influence is felt worldwide, and its a vibrant art form that deserves a special place in our culture.

We're building the SFJAZZ Center, the first stand-alone concert hall in the western U.S. dedicated to jazz.