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George Cables and Friends
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 @ 8:00 pm
SJW Members: $54 | $44 | Child (17 and under) & Student (w/ valid student ID card) $12
Non-members: $62 | $52 | Child (17 and under) & Student (w/ valid student ID card) $20
A living jazz legend and a post-bop pioneer, George Cables has played with nearly every leading jazz artist since the mid-’60s, and continues to expand this list at this burning show.
A true giant of jazz piano, George Cables returns to the Stanford Jazz Festival with his stellar group for another unforgettable night. Cables’ signature impeccable touch, deep sense of groove, and limitless creativity have made him one of jazz’s most influential pianists, shaping the hard bop and post-bop landscapes.
Having recorded with icons like Sonny Rollins, Dexter Gordon, Joe Henderson, Art Pepper, Bobby Hutcherson, Woody Shaw, and Freddie Hubbard, Cables’ work is woven into the fabric of jazz history. Yet, he remains an ever-evolving artist, continuing to inspire new generations of musicians and listeners alike. The New York City Jazz Record declares, “He is a piano giant,” while NPR praises his solos for their “deep sense of groove and pacing.”
Don’t miss this chance to witness Cables’ fire, artistry, and sheer mastery—his performances aren’t just concerts, they’re transformative experiences.
Made possible by Bonnie Rattner
Personnel:
- George Cables, piano
- Essiet Okon Essiet, bass
- Sylvia Cuenca, drums
- Additional personnel TBA
