THIS WEEK | FEB 22-25

Hugh Masekela Tribute

Celebrating South Africa's Greatest Bebop Band

Jazz Epistles
w/ Abdullah Ibrahim, Wadada Leo Smith, and Ekaya

THU-SUN, FEB 22-25

FRI & SAT ALMOST SOLD OUT

South African jazz legend Abdullah Ibrahim first heard the call of modern jazz in the late 1950s, and along with Hugh Masekela, founded the pioneering Jazz Epistles—a hard bop ensemble modeled on Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers that was first black jazz combo to record in South Africa. Ibrahim brings back the spirit of this band for these exclusive performances in tribute to Masekela, joined by Ibrahim’s group Ekaya and guest trumpeter Wadada Leo Smith.

"South Africa's greatest bebop band of all time ... the story of The Jazz Epistles is deeply engraved in South African cultural history, and celebrated throughout the African continent" — NPR

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Red Baraat

SAT, MAR 17 · 7:30PM

OPEN DANCE FLOOR

The Boston Globe called Red Baraat’s irresistible sound “new-breed marching-band music that’s part Punjabi wedding, part New Orleans second line, and all New York.” Led by the charismatic percussionist Sunny Jain, the Brooklyn ensemble whips up a raucously fun mix of Indian bhangra rhythms, go-go music, jazz, hip-hop and Crescent City brass funk. For this special show, the band presents Festival of Colors, celebrating the Hindu holiday of Holi. Opening the show will be Bay Area singer/songwriter Bhi Bhiman.

Buddy Guy

An Evening
with Buddy Guy

SAT, MAR 17 • 8PM
PARAMOUNT THATRE
OAKLAND, CA

TICKETS SELLING FAST

Buddy Guy stands alone as the greatest living blues artist in the world, defining second-generation Chicago blues with his wild performances and screaming, feedback-laden solos. The GRAMMY-winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee is an iconic force on guitar whose incandescent solos reveal the searing, uninhibited soul of the blues. He returns for one night only at Oakland’s Art Deco palace, the Paramount Theatre.

MAR 22-25 | DAVE HOLLAND

Dave Holland, Solo

Dave Holland, Solo

THU, MAR 22 · 7:30PM

MEMBERS SAVE 25%

Dave Holland’s four-night run begins in the most personal way, with a very rare solo program showcasing the unparalleled heights of his bass mastery, recalling his iconic ECM release Emerald Tears. Offering a precious insight into the creative process of a true jazz giant, this will be an evening of superlative beauty.

Dave Holland/ Kenny Barron

Dave Holland
& Kenny Barron

FRI, MAR 23 · 7:30PM

ALMOST SOLD OUT

In a reprise of one of the highlights of Holland’s Season 1 residency, he joins forces with piano great Kenny Barron for a series of expansive instrumental pas de deux, revisiting an enduring partnership that was documented on their celebrated 2014 Impulse! release, The Art of Conversation.

Dave Holland Trio

Dave Holland w/ Kevin Eubanks & Obed Calvaire

SAT, MAR 24 · 7 & 9:30PM

7PM ALMOST SOLD OUT

Built on the framework of Holland’s power-packed Overtone Quartet, this new trio project has as its linchpin the guitar work of Kevin Eubanks, whose searing, soulful approach was last heard during Season 2 as part of Holland’s rock-informed Prism project.

AZIZA

Dave Holland w/ Chris Potter, Lionel Louke, & Eric Harland

SUN, MAR 25 · 7PM

ALMOST SOLD OUT

Aziza quartet is a true all-star assemblage of jazz heavyweights, established bandleaders and composers who represent the world standard. The the band strikes “a balance of super-articulate proficiency against a gut-level expression of groove.” (The New York Times)

NEWS & HAPPENINGS

South African Jazz playlist

SFJAZZ BLOG

As South African legend Abdullah Ibrahim reassembles the iconic Jazz Epistles at SFJAZZ from Feb 22-25, dedicated to the memory and spirit of the late Hugh Masekela, immerse yourself in the rich tradition of jazz from South Africa.

Family Matinee — Watch Live

SAT, FEB 24 · 11AM

This Saturday's Family Matinee concert with the Marcus Shelby Orchestra is sold out, however the concert  will be live streamed online at SFJAZZ.org, youtube, and Facebook.

Join us for this very special Family Matinee concert celebrating Black History Month and the sounds of freedom.

SFJAZZ BLOG

On Tuesday, February 27th, we will be announcing both the 36th Annual San Francisco Jazz Festival and SFJAZZ Summer Sessions 2018 featuring over 100 concerts this summer. Tickets go on sale to SFJAZZ Members March 9th, one week prior to the public on sale on March 16th.

Make sure to check your email early next week for this major announcement.

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