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The pulse of the Bay Area jazz scene. Concert reviews, artist interviews, and theatre news. San Francisco & beyond. "Keeping Jazz Alive in the 415."
🎶 Brazilian guitarist Chico Pinheiro is coming to SFJAZZ.

We just published a show preview that dives into his sound, the duo project, and what to expect from upcoming performances, with ticket details.

Read it here 👉 www.backstagebayarea.com/interviews/c...
#sfjazz Keeping Jazz Alive in the 415.
Chico Pinheiro & Vinicius Cantuária at SFJAZZ | Brazilian Guitar Duo Feature - Backstage Bay Area
Brazilian guitarists Chico Pinheiro and Vinicius Cantuária bring an intimate duo performance to SFJAZZ, blending Brazilian song, jazz improvisation, and originals.
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January 9, 2026 at 10:28 PM
Kick off 2026 with the biggest horn in the business. 🎷

Chris Botti is taking over Miner Auditorium all week long. We’ve got the details on why this is the residency to see.

Read the update: www.backstagebayarea.com/previews/the...

#SFJAZZ #Jazz #KeepingJazzAliveInThe415
The Bump: SFJAZZ Chris Botti & Edward Simon Trio | Jan 5-11 - Backstage Bay Area
Catch Chris Botti at SFJAZZ and the Edward Simon Trio with Chris Potter at the Presidio Theatre. Your weekly guide to keeping Jazz Alive in the 415.
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January 5, 2026 at 9:34 PM
Benny Green’s solo set at SFJAZZ was a masterclass in the "pedagogical" performance—a living memoir of the hard bop lineage. Here is our analysis of his evolution from Young Lion to Elder Statesman. www.backstagebayarea.com/reviews/benn...
Concert Review: Benny Green at SFJAZZ Miner Auditorium - Backstage Bay Area
In a solo performance at SFJAZZ, pianist Benny Green honored the hard bop lineage of Art Blakey and Ray Brown. Read the full review of his "Curator-Virtuoso" set at Miner Auditorium.
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December 29, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Keeping Jazz Alive in the 415. 🎵

Our new Monthly Hub is officially live, featuring a curated look at everything happening in the SF jazz scene this January. Previews, reviews, and clips from 300+ episodes.

Dive in: www.backstagebayarea.com/previews/the...

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January 2026 SFJAZZ Guide | Backstage Bay Area - Backstage Bay Area
Your definitive guide to SFJAZZ in January 2026. Featuring Chris Botti, Resident Artistic Director Michael League, and modern jazz highlights.
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December 29, 2025 at 7:44 PM
SF’s own Sasha Berliner returns to @sfjazz this Saturday! 🎶

We talked about her "electric" evolution and redefining the vibraphone in our latest interview. Don't miss this double bill with Michael Mayo!

Read & listen: www.backstagebayarea.com/interviews/s...
Sasha Berliner at SFJAZZ: Redefining the Electric Vibraphone - Backstage Bay Area
San Francisco native Sasha Berliner returns to SFJAZZ for a genre-blurring "UpSwing" double bill with Michael Mayo. Explore her journey from Bay Area rock to modern jazz innovation.
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December 26, 2025 at 11:17 PM
We were sorry to hear that the Cyrus Chestnut concert at #SFJAZZ was canceled last night due to the massive power outage. However, we will be at Miner Auditorium tonight covering Marcus Shelby's take on the Nutcracker Suite. Details here: www.backstagebayarea.com/previews/mar...
Marcus Shelby’s New Orchestra Swings the Nutcracker Suite - Backstage Bay Area
Bassist, composer, and bandleader Marcus Shelby presents his New Orchestra at Miner Auditorium for a comprehensive holiday program centered around Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn's Nutcracker Sui...
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December 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
At 76, Arturo Sandoval is a masterclass in joy. 🎺

Last night at SFJAZZ was a living survey of bebop lineage and Afro-Cuban fire—from "scat" lessons to a timba dance party.

My review: www.backstagebayarea.com/reviews/artu...
#SFJAZZ #ArturoSandoval
Arturo Sandoval's Swinging Holiday at SFJAZZ (2025) - Backstage Bay Area
Review of Arturo Sandoval at SFJAZZ Miner Auditorium. A 2025 holiday concert featuring Afro-Cuban jazz, bebop history, and the 10-time GRAMMY winner's timeless virtuosity.
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December 19, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Backstage Bay Area has arrived. Follow us for the best in SF jazz, interviews, and concert reviews. 🌉🎷 #BayArea #Jazz #SFTheatre #SFJAZZ
December 13, 2025 at 6:04 PM