Friday, Aug 1, 2025 at 8:00pm
For over five decades, the Stanford Jazz Festival has been home to iconic performances, from legends like Dizzy Gillespie and Stan Getz to groundbreaking artists like Joshua Redman and Bill Frisell. This year, we’re proud to continue that tradition with 26 extraordinary artists and bands over six weeks of vibrant music and culture.
This summer, we celebrate jazz’s rich roots and its global connections. From the swinging sounds of jazz standards to the rhythms of Brazil and Cuba, our lineup promises a dynamic journey. We’re thrilled to open with Fred Hersch Trio, named Jazz Group of the Year by DownBeat Magazine. Don’t miss the Jeremy Pelt Quintet performing selections from his new album Woven, and be captivated by Ken Peplowski’s interpretation of Charlie Parker’s Unheard Bird. John Pizzarelli celebrates the 40th anniversary of his debut album, while Joel Ross brings vibraphone mastery with his band Good Vibes. Lizz Wright’s soulful vocals and George Cables’ hard bop piano mastery will close out the festival in style.
Each concert is a unique experience, with collaborations and performances you won’t find anywhere else. The Stanford Jazz Festival remains a space where musical boundaries are pushed, and new creative possibilities emerge.
Fri, 8/1/2025 @ 8:00 PM
SJW All-Star Jam
THE BIGGEST JAZZ CELEBRATION OF THE SUMMER
At this lovingly curated annual jam session, you’ll hear parings and combinations of jazz artists you’ll never hear anywhere else. In duet, trio, quartet, and larger ensembles, these amazing top-tier players can let their unbridled creativity soar.
At this lovingly curated annual jam session, you’ll hear parings and combinations of jazz artists you’ll never hear anywhere else. In duet, trio, quartet, and larger ensembles, these amazing top-tier players can let their unbridled creativity soar. Though the list is subject to change, it’s likely that you’ll experience the playing of amazing artists such as pianists George Cables, Dena DeRose, Taylor Eigsti, and Paul Cornish; guitarists Alicyn Yaffee and Dan Wilson; bassists Harish Raghavan, Adi Meyerson and Jermaine Paul; saxophonists Caroline Davis, Ben Wendell and Dayna Stephens; trumpeter Mike Rodriguez; trombonist Steve Davis and drummer Nate Wood + more. The SJW All-Star Jam is always the highlight of the season!
Sponsored by the SJW Board of Directors
Personnel:
Michael Rodriguez, Trumpet
Steve Davis, Trombone
Jamie Baum, Flute
Ben Wendal, Saxophone
Caroline Davis, Saxophone
Dayna Stephens, Saxophone
Paul Cornish, Piano
George Cables, Piano
Taylor Eigsti, Piano
Dena DeRose, Voice/Piano
Dan Wilson, Guitar
Alicyn Yaffee, Guitar
Adi Meyerson, Bass
Harish Raghavan, Bass
Jermaine Paul, Bass
Nate Wood, Drums
Sasha Berliner, Vibes
Cost: $20.00 - $62.00
