Saturday, Jul 12, 2025 at 7:30pm
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.
Sat, 7/12/2025 @ 7:30 PM
John Pizzarelli
REIMAGINING THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK
Acclaimed guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli celebrates the 40th anniversary of his debut album by reinterpreting classic Broadway and Hollywood hits with his new trio. Enjoy a fun, swinging tribute to the Great American Songbook, crafted for true jazz enthusiasts.
Guitarist, vocalist, and masterful interpreter of the Great American Songbook, John Pizzarelli brings his signature charm and virtuosity to the Stanford Jazz Festival. Praised by the Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz.”
A Grammy-winning artist and sought-after collaborator, Pizzarelli has shared the stage and studio with jazz legends like Rosemary Clooney, Buddy DeFranco, and Harry Allen, as well as pop icons Natalie Cole, Kristin Chenoweth, and Dave Van Ronk. Whether performing as a bandleader or lending his smooth vocals and impeccable guitar work to celebrated projects—including his Grammy-winning co-production of James Taylor’s American Standard—Pizzarelli’s performances are a dazzling blend of warmth, humor, and musical brilliance.
A familiar presence on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Conan, Great Performances, and more, Pizzarelli is also the co-host of the long-running radio show Radio Deluxe with John Pizzarelli, alongside his wife Jessica Molaskey. Don’t miss this intimate and unforgettable evening with one of jazz’s most engaging performers.
Made possible by Deb DeMartini
Personnel:
John Pizzarelli, Guitar & Vocals
Mike Karn, Bass
Isaiah J. Thompson, Piano
Cost: $20.00 - $62.00
