March 01, 2026

Immanuel Wilkins: Recitations, Confrontations, and Dissolving the Bandstand

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By Natalie Weiner

Journalist Natalie Weiner spoke to Resident Artistic Director Immanuel Wilkins ahead of his upcoming residency (3/26-28) that presents the world premiere of his SFJAZZ commission "Recitations."

March 01, 2026

Playlist: Innovators in Residence

Curated 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.

March 04, 2026

History of the Resident Artistic Director Program

On this Jazz Minute, discover the story behind one of SFJAZZ’s most forward‑thinking traditions.

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April 01, 2026

Meshell Ndegeocello's Love Letter to the People

By 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.

March 23, 2026

5 Things You Should Know About Michael Carvin

By Rusty Aceves

As we await the SFJAZZ debut performance by drumming legend Michael Carvin on 4/9, here are five things you should know about him.

March 11, 2026

Hip-Hop, Doo-Bop, and Beyond

By Rusty Aceves

On March 19, we kick off our celebration of the Miles Davis centennial with a night of music and conversation regarding his final album Doo-Bop. Here's a closer look.

March 01, 2026

All in the Family: Bill Frisell at 75

By Rusty Aceves

Few artists have had as long and productive a history with SFJAZZ as Bill Frisell. As we look forward to his 75th birthday celebration on March 7, we spoke to the guitarist about his legacy.

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March 25, 2026

Listening Party w/ Immanuel Wilkins

Members Only

This Listening Party features rising star alto saxophonist, bandleader, composer and SFJAZZ 2025-26 Season Resident Artistic Director Immanuel Wilkins in conversation with SFJAZZ Director of Digital, Ross Eustis. 

March 20, 2026

Madeleine Peyroux performs "You Can't Catch Me"

SFJAZZ Singles

Vocalist Madeleine Peyroux takes us on a journey with her cover of Chuck Berry’s “You Can’t Catch Me.” 

March 18, 2026

Miles Davis Centennial

With deep ties to San Francisco and a legacy SFJAZZ has honored for decades, this Jazz Minute highlights Miles Davis's Bay Area history and the many ways SFJAZZ has celebrated his music.

March 17, 2026

Omar Sosa & Yilian Cañizares perform “De La Habana y Otras Nostalgias”

SFJAZZ Singles

Pianist and composer Omar Sosa revisits his collaboration with Cuban violinist and vocalist Yilian Cañizares, performing music from their 2018 album “Aguas” and joined by percussionist Gustavo Orvalles.

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April 01, 2026

“The Upswing” Playlist: Voices Shaping The Moment

Curated 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.

March 01, 2026

Playlist: Innovators in Residence

Curated 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.

February 02, 2026

Playlist: The Electric Side of Cuba

curated by SFJAZZ Staff

A high‑voltage journey with Cuba’s boldest innovators, spotlighting artists like Irakere, Cimafunk, Brenda Navarrete, Omar Sosa, Elipsis, and more as they fuse ancestral rhythms with electronic, genre‑bending sound.

January 01, 2026

Playlist: The Sound of SMARTBOMB

Mixed 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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