Troy Roberts live in San Francisco

Experience Troy Roberts live on October 23rd

Troy Roberts will perform at the SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco on October 23, 2026. Roberts is an Australian-born, New York-based saxophonist and composer known for a highly individual style blending jazz improvisation with elements of funk, soul, and gospel music. His playing is characterized by virtuosic technique, harmonic sophistication, and a strong rhythmic drive; he frequently utilizes extended techniques and explores microtonal possibilities. Roberts’s work often features original compositions alongside reinterpretations of standards, demonstrating a commitment to both tradition and innovation within the jazz idiom. He has released several albums as a leader to critical acclaim.

The SFJAZZ Center, which opened in 2013, is a leading venue dedicated to the performance and preservation of jazz music. Located in the Hayes Valley neighborhood of San Francisco, it was designed by Mark Cavagnero Associates and boasts three distinct performance spaces: the Robert N. Miner Theater (housing 700 seats), the Joe Henderson Lab (a more intimate 100-seat venue), and the Rehearsal Hall.