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December 1, 2023
SFJAZZ's Soundtrack for the season
From Dec. 8-17, SFJAZZ presents nearly a dozen holiday shows, connecting the dots between jazz and traditional music from around the globe. Staff writer Richard Scheinin spoke to half a dozen of this year’s headliners.
ReadDecember 1, 2023
SFJAZZ Dialogues: Etienne Charles
Trumpeter, composer, and former SFJAZZ Collective member Etienne Charles sits down with Executive Artistic Director Terence Blanchard to discuss the cultural connections between Trinidad and New Orleans, and more.
Watch (Members Only)December 1, 2023
SFJAZZ's Soundtrack for the season
From Dec. 8-17, SFJAZZ presents nearly a dozen holiday shows, connecting the dots between jazz and traditional music from around the globe. Staff writer Richard Scheinin spoke to half a dozen of this year’s headliners.
ReadDecember 1, 2023
SFJAZZ Dialogues: Etienne Charles
Trumpeter, composer, and former SFJAZZ Collective member Etienne Charles sits down with Executive Artistic Director Terence Blanchard to discuss the cultural connections between Trinidad and New Orleans, and more.
Watch (Members Only)December 1, 2023
SFJAZZ Playlist: Holiday Jazz
This month's playlist is curated by the SFJAZZ Staff. The songs span the crème de la crème of holiday jazz, funk and soul — from Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and Vince Guaraldi to Jimmy Smith, James Brown and Sharon Jones.
ListenNovember 20, 2023
On The Record: A Charlie Brown Christmas
Bay Area pianist Adam Shulman's concerts devoted to the timeless Vince Guaraldi compositions from the soundtrack of "A Charlie Brown Christmas" have become a holiday tradition at SFJAZZ. We take a look back at the soundtrack recording.
ReadDecember 1, 2023
SFJAZZ Playlist: Holiday Jazz
This month's playlist is curated by the SFJAZZ Staff. The songs span the crème de la crème of holiday jazz, funk and soul — from Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and Vince Guaraldi to Jimmy Smith, James Brown and Sharon Jones.
ListenNovember 20, 2023
On The Record: A Charlie Brown Christmas
Bay Area pianist Adam Shulman's concerts devoted to the timeless Vince Guaraldi compositions from the soundtrack of "A Charlie Brown Christmas" have become a holiday tradition at SFJAZZ. We take a look back at the soundtrack recording.
ReadNovember 20, 2023
5 Things to Know About Monsieur Periné
Bogota, Colombia natives Monsieur Periné return to SFJAZZ to help ring in the New Year (12/28–31) with their mix of Django Reinhardt-inspired Romani jazz, swing, pop, and bolero. Here are five things to know about them before their concert.
ReadNovember 1, 2023
ABC7 News SpeakS with Terence Blanchard
In an interview broadcast last week on San Francisco's ABC7 News, journalist Kumasi Aaron sat down for a discussion with new SFJAZZ Executive Artistic Director Terence Blanchard and SFJAZZ Board Chair Denise Young.
WatchNovember 20, 2023
5 Things to Know About Monsieur Periné
Bogota, Colombia natives Monsieur Periné return to SFJAZZ to help ring in the New Year (12/28–31) with their mix of Django Reinhardt-inspired Romani jazz, swing, pop, and bolero. Here are five things to know about them before their concert.
ReadNovember 1, 2023
ABC7 News SpeakS with Terence Blanchard
In an interview broadcast last week on San Francisco's ABC7 News, journalist Kumasi Aaron sat down for a discussion with new SFJAZZ Executive Artistic Director Terence Blanchard and SFJAZZ Board Chair Denise Young.
WatchNovember 1, 2023
The Transgenre Artistry of Veronica Swift
This month, guest writer Eugene Holley, Jr. gives us this portrait of vocalist and songwriter Veronica Swift, whose October 12 performance will be broadcast on SFJAZZ at Home's Fridays Live series on November 17.
ReadNovember 1, 2023
SFJAZZ Dialogues: Taj Mahal and "Savoy"
Blues legend Taj Mahal shares stories with SFJAZZ Executive Artistic Director Terence Blanchard, from Taj’s musical upbringing to the diverse range of influences that shaped his newest recording “Savoy."
Watch (Members Only)November 1, 2023
The Transgenre Artistry of Veronica Swift
This month, guest writer Eugene Holley, Jr. gives us this portrait of vocalist and songwriter Veronica Swift, whose October 12 performance will be broadcast on SFJAZZ at Home's Fridays Live series on November 17.
ReadNovember 1, 2023
SFJAZZ Dialogues: Taj Mahal and "Savoy"
Blues legend Taj Mahal shares stories with SFJAZZ Executive Artistic Director Terence Blanchard, from Taj’s musical upbringing to the diverse range of influences that shaped his newest recording “Savoy."
Watch (Members Only)November 1, 2023
SFJAZZ Playlist: Dorado Schmitt
This month's playlist is curated by Dorado Schmitt and the Django Festival All-Stars. The selection introduces the listener to the sound of pioneering Romani jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt’s swinging “jazz manouche”.
ListenNovember 1, 2023
20 Years of the SFJAZZ Collective
Staff writer Richard Scheinin spoke to founding SFJAZZ Coilective members Joshua Redman, Renee Rosnes, and Miguel Zenón along with current music director Chris Potter about what makes this ever-evolving ensemble so special.
ReadNovember 1, 2023
SFJAZZ Playlist: Dorado Schmitt
This month's playlist is curated by Dorado Schmitt and the Django Festival All-Stars. The selection introduces the listener to the sound of pioneering Romani jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt’s swinging “jazz manouche”.
ListenNovember 1, 2023
20 Years of the SFJAZZ Collective
Staff writer Richard Scheinin spoke to founding SFJAZZ Coilective members Joshua Redman, Renee Rosnes, and Miguel Zenón along with current music director Chris Potter about what makes this ever-evolving ensemble so special.
ReadOctober 20, 2023
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT AMATI SCHMITT
The legacy of Roma guitar icon Django Reinhardt is in good hands with Dorado Schmitt and his sons, Amati Schmitt and Samson Schmitt. Here are five things to know about the prodigiously talented 28-year-old Amati.
ReadOctober 20, 2023
Abdullah Ibrahim: A Life in Song
Abdullah Ibrahim returns from 11/16-18 with his current trio. To get ready, we revisit staff writer Richard Scheinin's enlightening profile of the pianist, composer. South African legend, and 2019 NEA Jazz Master.
ReadOctober 20, 2023
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT AMATI SCHMITT
The legacy of Roma guitar icon Django Reinhardt is in good hands with Dorado Schmitt and his sons, Amati Schmitt and Samson Schmitt. Here are five things to know about the prodigiously talented 28-year-old Amati.
ReadOctober 20, 2023
Abdullah Ibrahim: A Life in Song
Abdullah Ibrahim returns from 11/16-18 with his current trio. To get ready, we revisit staff writer Richard Scheinin's enlightening profile of the pianist, composer. South African legend, and 2019 NEA Jazz Master.
ReadOctober 4, 2023
Meshell Ndegeocello decodes the Omnichord Real Book
GRAMMY-winning bassist, singer, and songwriter Meshell Ndegeocello returns 10/27-29. Staff writer Richard Scheinin spoke to her about her life, career, and game changing 2023 Blue Note album "The Omnichord Real Book."
ReadOctober 4, 2023
SFJAZZ Dialogues: Cindy Blackman Santana on Tony WIlliams
Drummer Cindy Blackman Santana in a spirited conversation with SFJAZZ founder Randall Kline as they discuss all things Tony Williams. Blackman offers her unique perspective on the legendary drummers' looming influence.
Watch (Members Only)October 4, 2023
Meshell Ndegeocello decodes the Omnichord Real Book
GRAMMY-winning bassist, singer, and songwriter Meshell Ndegeocello returns 10/27-29. Staff writer Richard Scheinin spoke to her about her life, career, and game changing 2023 Blue Note album "The Omnichord Real Book."
ReadOctober 4, 2023
SFJAZZ Dialogues: Cindy Blackman Santana on Tony WIlliams
Drummer Cindy Blackman Santana in a spirited conversation with SFJAZZ founder Randall Kline as they discuss all things Tony Williams. Blackman offers her unique perspective on the legendary drummers' looming influence.
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