If you no longer wish to receive our emails, you may unsubscribe below | Having trouble reading this email? Read the web version

ENCORE! ENCORE!
Festival Legends return to kick off 25th Anniversary Fest

This fall, the San Francisco Jazz Festival celebrates its 25th Anniversary by welcoming back a handful of celebrated artists from a quarter century of legendary jazz performances. The opening fortnight alone features four vital acts—Ornette Coleman, Kronos Quartet, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and Toots Thielemans—that are emblematic of the trailblazing spirit that has been a hallmark of the Festival since its earliest days. Read article

S.F. Chronicle Datebook Cover Story by David Rubien, 10/14/07		Renee Rosnes gives a Members-Only Open Soundcheck this Fall
FESTIVAL BUZZ : "PINK SECTION" COVER, MORE PRESS HIGHLIGHTS A San Francisco Chronicle Datebook cover story says the Fest "has catapulted into the front rank of world jazz festivals, rivaling behemoths like Umbria and Montreal, and pretty much owning the U.S. field." Check out the Chronicle's Festival Timeline and be sure to visit the Festival Newswire for the latest previews, reviews, and other Festival news.		Best of the Fest for SFJAZZ members SFJAZZ Members make our many artistic and educational programs possible. In recognition of your support, SFJAZZ offers unique benefits, discounts, and exclusive access to events this fall including a Members-only Open Soundcheck with SFJAZZ Collective pianist Renee Rosnes. Read article

Kurt Elling (l) performs with Nancy King 11/10; Jacqui Naylor (r) and Spencer Day share a double bill 11/3		Jason Moran (l) and T.S. Monk perform this fall in honor of Thelonious Monk's 90th Birthday
vocal Thrills Abound this Fall While many talented singers have interpreted the Great American Songbook, the best jazz vocalists combine inimitable voices, impeccable musicianship, improvisational spirits, and the dramatist’s knack for storytelling. This fall, the Festival extends a long tradition presenting the best in vocal jazz with a select set of can't miss shows. Read article		New SFJAZZ Podcast features pre-concert talks Pre-Concert Talks take jazz fans inside the music through compelling, spontaneous conversations. Listen in as two fall Festival artists, Jason Moran and T.S. Monk, talk about the influence of Thelonious Monk in this new SFJAZZ Podcast, recorded at the Palace of Fine Arts Theatre on May 19, 2007. Read article

Toots Thielemans debuted his Brazilian trio featuring Kenny Werner and Oscar Castro-Neves at the San Francisco Jazz Festival.

What year did the trio make its Festival debut?

The third correct respondent will receive a pair of tickets to Toots Thielemans 10/18 show at the Herbst Theatre. Answers must be received by 5PM Pacific Time, Tuesday, October 16. Winner will be contacted directly.

E-mail Your Answer (include "Bluesette" in the subject line)

Congratulations to Kevin Lum, who knew that John McLaughlin's 18-string guitar was dubbed "Double Rainbow."

The fine print: Our contest winner will be notified directly by email, and both the winner’s name and the correct answer to the question will be published in next month’s e-News. The following are not eligible to enter: employees and current contractors of SFJAZZ and its seasonal sponsors; past e-News Jazz Trivia Contest winners.