January 01, 2026
10 Artists to Look Out for in 2026SFJAZZ staff share 10 artist recommendations for 2026—fresh voices and bold innovators you need to hear!
January 01, 2026
Playlist: The Sound of SMARTBOMBMixed by W.A.L.A. (Asonic Garcia)
In light of the coming curatorial takeover of the SFJAZZ Center on Sunday, 1/18/2026, SMARTBOMB presents a special mix of sounds from beyond, a vast palette of frequencies.
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January 02, 2026
Michael League: Spain, Sake, & Following His Muse Down the Rabbit HoleBy Richard Scheinin
Snarky Puppy mastermind Michael League begins his week as Resident Artistic Director at the end of January. Richard Scheinin spoke to the bassist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist about his residency and career.
August 01, 2025
Fearlessly Building the Future: Meet SFJAZZ CEO Gabrielle ArmandBy Marcus Crowder
For this month's feature article, journalist Marcus Crowder spoke to new SFJAZZ CEO Gabrielle Armand about about her exciting vision for the future.
December 17, 2024
On the Record: Duke Ellington's Nutcracker SuiteBy Rusty Aceves
Bay Area-based jazz great Marcus Shelby returns on 12/22 with his New Orchestra and vocalist Tiffany Austin with music from Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s 1960 album of Tchaikovsky adaptations. Here’s a closer look at this classic album.
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January 01, 2026
10 Artists to Look Out for in 2026SFJAZZ staff share 10 artist recommendations for 2026—fresh voices and bold innovators you need to hear!
January 01, 2026
Greatest Holiday Jazz Album Of All Time?To ring in the holidays, we asked GRAMMY-winning trumpeter, composer and SFJAZZ Executive Artistic Director Terence Blanchard to pick the greatest holiday jazz albums of all time in 1v1 matchups – the results surprised even Terence! Which album do you think is the greatest holiday jazz recording of all time? Let’s debate it in the comments!
December 31, 2025
Arturo Sandoval Performs "Caprichosos De La Habana"SFJAZZ Singles
Trumpet icon Arturo Sandoval and his band perform his composition “Caprichosos De La Habana” during his concert on December 19, 2025, part of the SFJAZZ 2025-26 Season and broadcast on Fridays Live.
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January 01, 2026
Playlist: The Sound of SMARTBOMBMixed by W.A.L.A. (Asonic Garcia)
In light of the coming curatorial takeover of the SFJAZZ Center on Sunday, 1/18/2026, SMARTBOMB presents a special mix of sounds from beyond, a vast palette of frequencies.
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December 04, 2025
Playlist: The Best Jazz Albums & Tracks Of 2025curated by SFJAZZ Staff
So much great music dropped in 2025! SFJAZZ Staff picks their favorite albums and tracks from innovative newcomers and jazz legends alike.
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September 01, 2025
Playlist: SFJAZZ Debuts We Can't Wait To HearCurated by SFJAZZ Staff
This month's playlist features a selection of songs from artists who are soon to make their SFJAZZ debut in the upcoming season.
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February 01, 2024
Playlist: A Guide to Chucho Valdés & IrakereCurated by Rebeca Mauleón
An acclaimed musician and bandleader as well as co-author of the Book Decoding Afro-Cuban Jazz with Chucho Valdés, Mauleon is the perfect guide to the world of these Latin Jazz legends.
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