Live Jazz in SF Bay

Jane Monheit is a jazz and adult contemporary vocalist celebrated for her deep passion for the Great American Songbook. With numerous highly acclaimed solo albums, many awards and accolades, and more than two decades of international touring, she has established herself as one of today’s leading jazz singers. At the age of 20, while studying at the prestigious Manhattan School of Music, Jane placed second in the Thelonious Monk Competition, (now the Hancock Competition) catapulting her into the jazz stratosphere nearly overnight. By 22, she was working with legends such as Tommy Flanagan, Ron Carter, and Kenny Barron leading to collaborations with jazz luminaries such as Terence Blanchard, Ivan Lins, John Pizzarelli, Christian McBride and many more. Over more than twenty years, twelve studio albums and countless recorded guest appearances, Jane has continued to tour the world nearly nonstop, including playing iconic venues such as Carnegie Hall, The Hollywood Bowl, and legendary jazz clubs such as New York’s Village Vanguard and Birdland. Jane Monheit – Vocals; Max Haymer – Piano; TBD – Bass; Rick Maltbano – Drums

Celebrate Father’s Day with the irresistible rhythms of the John Santos Sextet, featuring the band’s original compositions and reimagined arrangements. Seven-time Grammy–nominated percussionist John Santos is recognized as one of the leading figures in Afro-Latin music. Born in San Francisco and raised in Puerto Rican and Cape Verdean musical traditions, he is known for his innovative blend of traditional forms with contemporary influences. Over his five-decade career, he has earned wide respect as a performer, composer, educator, writer, and producer, and has collaborated with renowned artists such as Cachao, Dizzy Gillespie, Tito Puente, Max Roach, Eddie Palmieri, Bobby Hutcherson. Founded in 2003, the John Santos Sextet is regarded as one of the premier Afro-Latin jazz ensembles in the United States. Their repertoire highlights original works and dynamic reimaginations of classic rhythms and styles from Latin America and the U.S. Their acclaimed recordings showcase the Afro-Latin roots of jazz, produced largely on Santos’s Machete Records label, established in 1984. The Sextet has released nine highly praised albums since 2007, consistently engaging with projects of cultural and social significance. John Santos – Percussion; Dr. John Calloway – Flute & Piano; Charlie Gurke – Sax; Marco Diaz – Piano & Trumpet; Saul Sierra – Bass; David Flores – Drums

Acclaimed ECM recording artist Ralph Alessi is one of the most compelling voices in contemporary jazz trumpet. Known for his bold imagination and unmistakable sound, Alessi brings a rare blend of tradition and fearless innovation to every performance. Raised in a deeply musical family in Northern California, Alessi has earned international recognition for music that is intricate, expressive, and adventurous. Downbeat praises him as “an individualist, with a style and sound all his own.” His collaborators include leading artists such as Steve Coleman, Ravi Coltrane, Jason Moran, Don Byron, and Fred Hersch. A prolific bandleader with 13 albums to his name—including the acclaimed Baida and It’s Always Now—Alessi arrives with the quartet featured on his upcoming ECM release: Matt Mitchell, John Hebert, and Ches Smith. This performance offers a glimpse into the cutting edge of modern jazz. Ralph Alessi – Trumpet; Matt Mitchell – Piano; John Hebert – Bass; Ches Smith – Drums