Saturday, May 12
7:30 p.m. Talk
8:00 p.m. Concert
This popular series returns with Gilbert Castellanos and a special lineup of guest musicians performing the best of “West Coast Jazz!” The night features a stellar program of music composed by Dave Brubeck, Charles Mingus, Gerry Mulligan, Chet Baker, and more.
The performances are preceded by an informative talk starting 7:30 p.m. by Ken Poston, KSDS Jazz 88.3 General Manager, Jazz Historian & Founder/Director of the Los Angeles Jazz Institute, who will share insights and stories about the West Coast jazz icons and their unique styles that gave birth to a new sound.
Featuring a Southern California all-star lineup:
Gilbert Castellanos (trumpet)
Kevin Kanner (drums)
Christopher Hollyday (alto sax)
Robert Dove (tenor sax)
Steve Cotter (guitar)
Sam Hirsh (keys)
and more musicians to be announced!
Presale: $10 members | $15 military, students, seniors | $20 nonmembers
At the door: $15 members | $20 military, students, seniors | $25 nonmembers