Ashley Smiley
San Francisco arts leader Ashley Smiley brings her creativity and deep commitment to community storytelling to the John Coltrane Stage as emcee of the 2026 Fillmore Jazz Festival.
DJ Bobby A
DJ Bobby A hosts O’Farrell Plaza throughout the Fillmore Jazz Festival weekend, spinning an eclectic mix of jazz, soul, funk, R&B, and crowd favorites.
Sundra Manning Piano Quartet
Known for her expressive piano style and deep connection to the Bay Area jazz scene, Sundra Manning leads an exceptional quartet through an afternoon of inventive improvisation, rich melodies, and world-class musicianship.
Mood Swing Orchestra with Mike Young
The Mood Swing Orchestra brings the golden age of swing to life with vibrant performances of classic big band music from the 1930s and 1940s. Featuring hits by legends like Count Basie and Duke Ellington.
Mario Salomon
Mario Solomon is a Bay Area jazz artist known for expressive, groove-driven performances rooted in jazz, blues, and soul. A regular on the Northern California scene, he brings a dynamic, tradition-meets-modern sound to the Fillmore Jazz Festival.
Ricardo Scales Ensemble
Ricardo Scales is a virtuoso pianist who has shaped San Francisco’s music scene for over four decades, seamlessly blending classical, jazz, gospel, and R&B into a distinctive sound that has made him a cultural institution in the Bay Area.
Ruth Davies
Bassist Ruth Davies is a longtime presence in the Bay Area jazz scene, known for her deep groove and work with leading jazz and blues artists. She appears with the RealTime Collective.
Sylvia Cuenca
Sylvia Cuenca is a jazz drummer known for her work as a bandleader and collaborator, performing in small ensemble and concert settings.