Arthur Khu is a world-renowned pianist whose remarkable virtuosity and artistry draw inspiration from jazz legends like Keith Jarrett, Herbie Hancock, and Chick Corea, as well as classical composers such as Chopin and Debussy. He's also a prolific composer whose style blends Wayne Shorter's post-bop sensibilities with elements of Brahms and Rachmaninoff. Collaborating with some...
Tomoko Funaki was born in Japan into a musical family. Following in the footsteps of her parents, both musicians, she studied classical violin and flute. A move to New York exposed her to a broad range of musical genres but she found herself increasingly drawn towards jazz. After moving to San Francisco in 2002, she...
Live music under the willow trees on our Belle Cora parklet! Parlor Tricks is the world's first and foremost industrial ragtime band, a hot-music quartet led with sultry vocals, resonator guitar, upright bass and horn or drums. The music is swing and jazz standards, vaudeville, and bluesy originals -- all distinguished by syncopation and stomp.
Lavay Smith and her Red Hot Skillet Lickers ignite the stage with a scintillating blend of vintage jazz and blues that transports you straight to the roaring '20s and swinging '40s. Lavay, a mesmerizing presence in glittering gowns, commands the spotlight with her powerful vocals, channeling the spirit of blues legends. Backed by the Red...
Lavay Smith and her Red Hot Skillet Lickers ignite the stage with a scintillating blend of vintage jazz and blues that transports you straight to the roaring '20s and swinging '40s. Lavay, a mesmerizing presence in glittering gowns, commands the spotlight with her powerful vocals, channeling the spirit of blues legends. Backed by the Red...
New Orleans-based vocalist, bandleader, and arranger Anna Laura Quinn is known for her particular blend of contemporary jazz, reworked gems from the American Songbook, French and Brazilian music, and more, all delivered with style, sensitivity, emotional power, and a joie de vivre that recalls the charm and mystique of a bygone era. A 2021 graduate...
Silver Bell Jazz Band is a San Francisco-based ensemble dedicated to the authentic sounds of early New Orleans jazz, ragtime, and swing. Founded in 2016 by multi-instrumentalist and dance instructor Ryan Calloway, the band combines period-correct style with professional versatility, performing for festivals, swing dance events, and private events across California. Ryan Calloway | Reeds,...
Martin Luther McCoy is a visionary soul singer who blends traditional jazz, funk, rock, and soul music into a fluid, electrifying sound. His vibe is a liquid-cooled, versatile funk. His powerful voice has led him to perform as the frontman for SFJAZZ Collective and The Roots and was recently featured at Mt. Tamalpais Sound Summit’s...
Silver Bell Jazz Band is a San Francisco-based ensemble dedicated to the authentic sounds of early New Orleans jazz, ragtime, and swing. Founded in 2016 by multi-instrumentalist and dance instructor Ryan Calloway, the band combines period-correct style with professional versatility, performing for festivals, swing dance events, and private events across California. Ryan Calloway | Reeds,...
Sheldon Alexander is a professional drummer, educator, and composer from the bay area that specializes in Jazz, R&B, Funk, Soul and other Afro-Rooted genres. With his strong musical background, he received his undergraduate degree from the prestigious California Jazz Conservatory in Berkley, California. Through dedication, passion, and an unwavering commitment to his craft, Sheldon has...
Together, this trio forms an ensemble that not only honors the rich legacy of jazz but also adds a contemporary flair to the San Francisco's musically historic ambiance.
Martin Luther McCoy is a visionary soul singer who blends traditional jazz, funk, rock, and soul music into a fluid, electrifying sound. His vibe is a liquid-cooled, versatile funk. His powerful voice has led him to perform as the frontman for SFJAZZ Collective and The Roots and was recently featured at Mt. Tamalpais Sound Summit’s...
