The SFJAZZ Collective is an unbelievable all star ensemble. Eight top jazz musicians/composers have joined musical forces in a band that was founded at the initiative of the San Francisco Jazz Organization. Over a short period of time the ensemble, including among others alto saxophonist Miguel Zénon, tenor saxophonist Joe Lovano, trumpeter Dave Douglas and vibist Stefon Harris, has developed into a solid band that sheds a contemporary light on the old compositions of pianist and bebop pioneer Thelonious Monk. The SF Jazz Collective, elected 'Rising Star Jazz Band of the Year' in the international critics poll 2006 of DownBeat Magazine, also plays original repertoire consisting of modern jazz compositions of the members of the group.
