From left to right: Lysn and William Johnston. Courtesy of the artists.
William Johnston and Lysn, both prolific collaborators, join forces for a special performance built around a shared language of improvisation. Drawing inspiration from the surrounding artwork in Seeing through Stone, this unique performance will feature new twists on old songs and completely spontaneous creations.
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About William Johnston
William Johnston is a genre-defying multi-instrumentalist from San José who is finally stepping into his own after a decade of accompanying some of the Bay Area’s top talent. His music is truly an original synthesis of many genres and styles, drawing from the wry wit of Steely Dan, the rhythmic elegance of traditional Brazilian and Cuban music, and the folky R&B of Al Green. William’s candid and delicate vocal stylings lay over a bed of his signature greasy rhythm guitar, creating a truly timeless experience.
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San Jose Jazz Summer Fest 2024
Starting with a blockbuster opening night and ending with Frankie Beverly’s emotional farewell to Maze, San Jose Jazz Summer Fest features international stars like Herbie Hancock, Angélique Kidjo, Cory Henry, Las Cafeteras, Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Maze honoring Frankie Beverly, The Family Stone, Incognito, Delfeayo Marsalis, Jane Monheit, and Kiefer! Reconnect with friends, dance to your favorite bands, and delight in some of the best food and drinks around. Don’t miss what DownBeat Magazine calls “one of the world’s great urban jazz festivals.” Buy your tickets today at summerfest.sanjosejazz.org!