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, 7/19/2025 @ 7:30 PM

Anat Cohen & Marcello Gonçalves

INTIMATE GUITAR AND CLARINET MASTERY

Experience a unique, intimate duo performance by world-class clarinetist Anat Cohen and guitarist Marcello Gonçalves. Celebrated for her expressive virtuosity—from infectious joy to soulful melancholy—Cohen’s artistry perfectly complements Gonçalves’ impeccable style, delivering an unforgettable journey in jazz innovation.

Clarinetist Anat Cohen and 7-string guitarist Marcello Gonçalves team up for a series of breathtaking melodies, Brazilian grooves, and elements of classical music and jazz that showcase their intricate talents.

The duo performs music from their Grammy-nominated album, Outra Coisa: The Music of Moacir Santos, as well as selections from their second album, Reconvexo, featuring a repertoire inspired by the beauty of Brazil and the spirit of its people. They also offer a preview of their upcoming album.

This dynamic duo is intimate and virtuosic, mournful and hopeful. DownBeat Magazine writes, “The mastery of the two musicians is such as to render additional instruments superfluous.” On stage, their joyful interplay is utterly captivating.

Made possible by Gail Sinquefield

Anat Cohen and Marcello Gonçalves: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert 

Anat Cohen

Artist Website

Marcello Gonçalves

YouTube Channel

Personnel:

Anat Cohen, Clarinet

Marcello Gonçalves, Guitar

Cost: $20.00 - $62.00

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