June 03, 2026
Playlist: Resistance as MusicCurated by Vijay Iyer
In honor of Juneteenth, this reissued playlist curated by Vijay Iyer celebrates jazz’s enduring legacy of protest through iconic and contemporary voices of resistance.
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June 03, 2026
The History of Cuban Jazz: Part ThreeA brief overview of Afro-Cuban jazz’s evolution after the Cuban Revolution, highlighting the rise of songo, salsa’s global spread, and innovative fusions that paved the way for timba—celebrated today by artists like Chucho Valdés.
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June 01, 2026
Chucho Valdés Celebrates a Five Decade Musical RevolutionBy Rebeca Mauleón
Looking forward to the return of Chucho Valdés and his Royal Quartet 6/11-14, we revisit SFJAZZ Director of Education Rebeca Mauleón's deep dive into the life and work of the Cuban piano maestro and his groundbreaking band Irakere.
June 01, 2026
Summer at SFJAZZ: Integrity Suites, High Flyers, and Psychedelic BeatsBy Jeff Kaliss
Journalist Jeff Kaliss previews SFJAZZ's Summer Sessions, speaking with performers Daniel Villarreal and Burnt Sugar Arkestra Chamber leader Jared Michael Nickerson.
May 01, 2026
Makaya McCraven: Jazz's Beat Scientist Remixes The MomentBy Richard Scheinin
Staff writer Richard Scheinin digs deep with drummer, composer, and Resident Artistic Director Makaya McCraven about his life, work, and philosophy of the music.
April 01, 2026
Meshell Ndegeocello's Love Letter to the PeopleBy Richard Scheinin
The bassist, singer, and composer speaks to staff writer Richard Scheinin about her upcoming residency and the spark of creativity that has sustained her career.
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June 03, 2026
The History of Cuban Jazz: Part ThreeA brief overview of Afro-Cuban jazz’s evolution after the Cuban Revolution, highlighting the rise of songo, salsa’s global spread, and innovative fusions that paved the way for timba—celebrated today by artists like Chucho Valdés.
May 27, 2026
Mentorship & “Footprints” w/ Meshell Ndegeocello & Chanelle IgnantBassist, vocalist, and songwriter Meshell Ndegeocello is joined by her Berklee College of Music mentee, guitarist Chanelle Ignant for this special episode of our duet series. The two find common ground on a Wayne Shorter classic and go deep on the teacher-student relationship.
May 22, 2026
Sullivan Fortner performs "Hidden Pockets"SFJAZZ Singles
Pianist Sullivan Fortner and his trio performs the Peter Bernstein composition “Hidden Pockets.”
May 22, 2026
“Impressions/So What” ft. Tia Fuller, Lakecia Benjamin, & SFJAZZ CollectiveAn all-star band including Tia Fuller, Lakecia Benjamin, and members of the SFJAZZ Collective perform a mashup of John Coltrane’s “Impressions” and Miles Davis’s “So What” during SFJAZZ Gala 2026 honoring the centennials of Davis and Coltrane.
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June 03, 2026
Playlist: Resistance as MusicCurated by Vijay Iyer
In honor of Juneteenth, this reissued playlist curated by Vijay Iyer celebrates jazz’s enduring legacy of protest through iconic and contemporary voices of resistance.
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May 01, 2026
George Benson in 10 SongsCurated by SFJAZZ Staff
A celebratory journey through George Benson’s legendary career, highlighting ten essential recordings in honor of his recognition as the 2026 SFJAZZ Gala Honoree.
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April 01, 2026
“The Upswing” Playlist: Voices Shaping The MomentCurated by SFJAZZ Staff
Explore the sound of SFJAZZ Executive Artistic Director Terence Blanchard’s bold Upswing Series, which showcases artists who are shaping the sound of jazz today.
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March 01, 2026
Playlist: Innovators in ResidenceCurated by SFJAZZ Staff
A journey through the visionary, boundary‑breaking work of SFJAZZ’s 33 Resident Artistic Directors, this playlist spotlights the innovative projects that have shaped jazz over the past two decades.
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