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.

Wed, 7/23/2025 @ 7:30 PM

Tammy L. Hall

BAY AREA PIANO LEGEND

An accomplished solo artist and bandleader, Bay Area-based pianist, organist, and composer Tammy Hall performs a program of standards and originals with her powerhouse sextet.

Bay Area jazz luminary Tammy L. Hall brings her celebrated sextet to the stage for a compelling performance of standards and original compositions. Renowned for her graceful yet powerful touch, Hall’s playing is a seamless blend of gospel soul, classical precision, and straight-ahead swing.

A sought-after collaborator, she has worked with Houston Person, Etta Jones, Kim Nalley, and Linda Tillery, earning praise for her deeply soulful and uncluttered style. As Houston Person describes, Hall is “one mighty soulful lady.”

Born and raised in Dallas, she began playing in church at a young age, later studying classical piano while absorbing the jazz influences of Ahmad Jamal, Hank Jones, and Oscar Peterson. Whether leading her own band or accompanying jazz greats, Hall’s elegance and grit make her performances irresistibly captivating.

Don’t miss this chance to experience one of the Bay Area’s most expressive and dynamic pianists live.

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Personnel:

Tammy L. Hall, Piano

Cost: $18.00 - $47.00

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