GRAMMY-winning ensemble Alphabet Rockers return to SFJAZZ with music from their impactful new album about climate liberation—Shades—created with artists and children from around the world. Join us in another spirited, multigenerational and interactive performance by the Bay Area’s own Alphabet Rockers!

The Rockers make music that sparks change, creating inclusive spaces to shape a world of belonging and a hopeful future. Known for their artful blending of urban popular music, dance and spoken word, Alphabet Rockers invite audiences to explore elements of hip hop, express and uplift affirmations and reflections, and make moves together!

From Common Sense Media: “Alphabet Rockers are a multigenerational music group who use their music and videos ... to empower and connect with youth. Their music includes historical, social, and educational topics and concepts, restorative justice, and antiracism. The [Rockers] are committed to creating safe spaces for youth to express themselves as change agents. Alphabet Rockers' musical and video content models positive adult-to-youth relationships and positive youth peer-to-peer relationships. The video content promotes diverse representation, empathy, compassion, and social justice.”

Personnel:
Kaitlin McGaw, vocals
Tommy Shepherd, vocals
Amara Atkins, vocals & choreography
Roza Do, DJ and vocals

Set List: (all songs composed and arranged by Alphabet Rockers)
Nitro/Ante Up
H2Flow
Shine Melanin Extended
Get It Right
Beatbox Solo
YANA
Alive
Slide
We Belong