THU, DEC 1 · 7 & 8:30PM

Buzz-worthy vocalist Veronica Swift has set the jazz world on fire after her second-place finish at the 2015 Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition. Swift, who has shared the stage with Jon Hendricks, Paquito D’Rivera, Esperanza Spalding, and Joe Lovano, and will be performing music from her new album, Lonely Woman.

FRI, DEC 2 · 7 & 8:30PM

Called “a bright young singer and guitarist with an ear for music of both folkloric and pop intention” by The New York Times, Chilean artist Camila Meza has brought a fresh new sound to the jazz scene, writing songs crossing genres in both English and Spanish.

SAT-SUN, DEC 3-4

Vocalist and violinst Petra Haden, who is also the daughter of bass legend Charlie Haden, teams up with one of the 21st Century’s top songwriters in Jesse Harris (Harris wrote Noarah Jones' 2002 hit “Don’t Know Why”). The two incredibly talented will perform music off of their new album Seemed Like a Good Idea, which nicely blends jazz, pop, country and folk music.

SUN, DEC 4 · 1PM

MINER AUDITORIUM

For this concert, the All-Stars will be joined by critically-acclaimed tenor saxophonist Joshua Redman as they highlight the indelible work of Miles Davis in addition to presenting unique takes on classic holiday favorites. Don’t miss the All-Stars in concert and help us support the next generation of jazz ambassadors!

MON, DEC 5 · 7:30PM

MINER AUDITORIUM

Join Adam Theis and the Monday Night Band for an exciting night of big band music featuring fresh arrangements developed throughout the 12-week education program from Bay Area musicians and the band members themselves. Bring your friends and family for an amazing evening of great jazz and original music.

Friends of SFJAZZ presents

SAT, DEC 3 · 2:15PM

CASTRO THEATRE

SFSFF presents A Day of Silents on Saturday, 12/3, at the Castro Theatre, including the 2:15 pm program of Sergei Eisenstein’s STRIKE, a riveting display of revolutionary filmmaking, with live musical accompaniment by Alloy Orchestra.