by Barbara Smith Photos by Earl Edwards Samara Joy’s opening night performance at the 2024 Monterey Jazz Festival set the mood for a weekend infused with hope, joy, and the magical power of music to unite. The 24-year-old Grammy winner headlined a 3-day musical celebration that featured iconic artists including Stanley Clarke, Joshua Redman, Jason ...

The Eli and Edy the Broad Stage presents the return of four-time GRAMMY® Award-winning bass virtuoso Stanley Clarke and his band on Saturday, January 19 at 7:30pm. Clarke performs with electric and acoustic ferocity, backed by a stellar troupe of exciting young musicians. Rolling Stone’s first Jazzman of the Year, Clarke’s creativity has been recognized ...