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Oakland-based jazz collaborators Dillon Vado and Amy B.
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Dillon Vado and Amy D, a jazz partnership forged in Oakland

by Andrew Gilbert March 2, 2023March 1, 2023

The multi-instrumentalist and singer both have South Bay roots. But they found fertile soil for their musical explorations in the Town.

Tierney Sutton and Tamir Hendelman performing together on stage. The duo will be bringing their show to Oakland on Friday, Feb. 17.
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Tierney Sutton and Tamir Hendelman bring their lyrical jazz to Oakland

by Andrew Gilbert February 13, 2023February 13, 2023

The nine-time Grammy-nominated vocalist and sought-after pianist will perform together this week at Piedmont Piano Company.

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Lilan Kane to celebrate Nancy Wilson with concert at the Sound Room

by Andrew Gilbert January 25, 2023January 25, 2023

The Oakland-based vocalist will perform Sunday, backed by an all-star cast of East Bay jazz musicians.

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Orchestra Gold to perform its Malian grooves at Bandcamp

by Andrew Gilbert January 17, 2023January 17, 2023

The Oakland-based group will perform songs from its new album, ‘Medicine,’ at the downtown record store on Friday, Jan. 20.

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Cuban piano master Chucho Valdés performs this week at the Paramount Theater

by Andrew Gilbert September 19, 2022September 19, 2022

SFJAZZ is bringing the Cuban piano legend to Oakland to perform his new suite, ‘La Creación.’

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A new film explores how live entertainment is, or is not, made accessible to deaf fans

by Andrew Gilbert September 8, 2022September 8, 2022

Cat Brewer’s “Sign the Show” screens at Holy Names University on Sept. 16 as part of the Oakland International Film Festival.

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Goapele to perform back home in Oakland this week

by Andrew Gilbert May 17, 2022May 19, 2022

The singer will be debuting songs from her forthcoming album at a run of shows beginning Thursday at Yoshi’s in Jack London Square.

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Maureen Gosling’s new film explores the life and revolutionary times of jazz and blues vocalist Barbara Dane

by Andrew Gilbert April 20, 2022April 21, 2022

From “Dry Wood” to “Blossoms of Fire,” Maureen Gosling’s films capture golden moments of art and culture.

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Jazz In the Neighborhood comes to Temescal

by Andrew Gilbert March 30, 2022March 30, 2022

The nonprofit, known for making sure musicians receive fair pay, is partnering with Temescal Art Center for three weekends of live music starting April 2.

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Upcoming concerts showcase the East Bay’s thriving Brazilian music scene

by Andrew Gilbert February 25, 2022February 24, 2022

Performances by Oakland Samba Revue, SambaDá, and others in Oakland and Berkeley highlight the region’s talent.

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‘The Dynamic Miss’ Faye Carol celebrates Black history, with friends

by Andrew Gilbert February 2, 2022February 3, 2022

More than a few jazz luminaries will join the iconic Bay Area singer onstage at Geoffrey’s Inner Circle during a run of shows in February.

Posted inArts & Community

New concert series brings cutting-edge jazz to West Oakland

by Andrew Gilbert January 27, 2022January 27, 2022

As local venues for experimental music become more rare, the Dresher Ensemble Studio steps in to fill the void.

Alma Matters, an ensemble united by family ties, longstanding friendship and love of African-diaspora musical idioms, performs at Yoshi's on Nov. 23.
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The soulful kinship of Alma Matters

by Andrew Gilbert November 19, 2021November 19, 2021

The jazz ensemble with deep East Bay roots performs Tuesday at Yoshi’s.

Oakland flamenco artist David McLean practicing in his studio with his wife, esteemed flamenco dancer and vocalist Clara Rodriguez.
Posted inArts & Community

The flamenco soul of David McLean

by Andrew Gilbert November 9, 2021November 10, 2021

The Oakland guitarist—an essential player in the Bay Area’s vibrant flamenco scene—performs Sunday at The Sound Room.

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Pianist Sarah Cahill to celebrate 50 years of female composers at Mills College show

by Andrew Gilbert October 28, 2021October 28, 2021

Sarah Cahill’s “Future is Female” concert this Saturday in Oakland focuses on compositions by “women with Mills connections.”

Posted inArts & Community

Jazz legends from The Cookers supergroup to play in Oakland

by Andrew Gilbert September 22, 2021September 22, 2021

Eddie Henderson and Billy Harper headline shows on Friday and Saturday at Piedmont Piano Company. The full septet with George Cables, Billy Hart, Donald Harrison, Cecil McBee, and David Weiss performs Sunday in Half Moon Bay.

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Oakland musician Māhealani Uchiyama honors the music of Zimbabwe

by Andrew Gilbert September 13, 2021September 13, 2021

Uchiyama’s new book explores the ancient tradition of mbira.

Posted inArts & Community

The new ‘Homeroom’ soundtrack is a celebration of Oakland talent

by Andrew Gilbert August 31, 2021August 31, 2021

The documentary’s digital album features East Bay artists and pays tribute to filmmaker Peter Nicks’ daughter, Karina.

Posted inArts & Community

Brooklyn Basin has become one of Oakland’s most popular outdoor concert venues

by Andrew Gilbert August 9, 2021August 9, 2021

Featuring a large greenspace with stunning views, local artists are bringing music to the new waterfront park.

Posted inArts & Community

After a rough year, Geoffrey’s Inner Circle to relaunch Sunday night jazz sessions

by Andrew Gilbert July 29, 2021August 2, 2021

The club’s owner, Geoffrey Pete, has been a mainstay of the Oakland music scene since the 1970s.

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