Where
TIJUANA
Ave Revolución
@ Calle 7.⁰
When
Sunday
october 4TH
Admission
free event
3:00–3:40
Binational Youth Ensemble
4:00–5:00
The Less Likely
5:45–6:45
Lucía
7:15–8:15
Irving Flores Afro-Cuban Jazz Sextet
8:45–10:00
Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro Latin Ensemble
10:00
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THE FINAL NIGHT OF THE FIRST ANNUAL SAN DIEGO TIJUANA INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL.
Join us as we celebrate our region's binational jazz history; from Jelly Roll Morton's 1920s roots in Tijuana to the origin of rock icon Carlos Santana, and so much more.
This year’s program channels a cultural legacy reaching back 100 years by bringing together international, national, and regional artists to perform at three unique venues.
FEATURING THESE ACCLAIMED ARTISTS:
Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band
One of today’s most acclaimed jazz artists, Louisiana-based drummer Brian Blade brings his longtime ensemble, The Fellowship Band, to the SDTJ Festival for a rare local appearance. Formed in 1997, The Fellowship Band has been called, “one of the most distinctive bands in jazz in the 21st century.” From the beginning, they created a sound of its own genre, encompassing jazz, gospel, and folk music that continues to uplift and inspire listeners worldwide.” NPR called The Fellowship Band, “an all-star lineup that functions more like a harmonious congregation, ebbing and flowing as one.” The band features Jon Cowherd on piano, Christopher Thomas on bass, Myron Walden on bass clarinet and alto saxophone, and Melvin Butler on tenor and soprano saxophone.
Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band
One of today’s most acclaimed jazz artists, Louisiana-based drummer Brian Blade brings his longtime ensemble, The Fellowship Band, to the SDTJ Festival for a rare local appearance. Formed in 1997, The Fellowship Band has been called, “one of the most distinctive bands in jazz in the 21st century.” From the beginning, they created a sound of its own genre, encompassing jazz, gospel, and folk music that continues to uplift and inspire listeners worldwide.” NPR called The Fellowship Band, “an all-star lineup that functions more like a harmonious congregation, ebbing and flowing as one.” The band features Jon Cowherd on piano, Christopher Thomas on bass, Myron Walden on bass clarinet and alto saxophone, and Melvin Butler on tenor and soprano saxophone.
Mingus Dynasty
One of the most eminent composers in jazz, bassist Charles Mingus was also an artist of the border region. Born in Nogales, Arizona, and raised in South Los Angeles, Mingus found inspiration in Mexico that led to his landmark 1957 album, “Tijuana Moods.” Since Mingus’s passing in 1979, bands dedicated to his music have performed weekly in NYC. The Festival presents the latest edition of the 7-piece Mingus Dynasty band, comprised of top NYC-based players Wayne Escoffery on tenor sax, Boris Kozlov on bass, Sara Hanahan on alto sax, Conrad Herwig on trombone, Alex Pope Norris on trumpet, Helen Sung on piano, and Donald Edwards on drums. Dynasty’s performance will feature pieces from “Tijuana Moods” and other classic Mingus repertoire.
Mingus Dynasty
One of the most eminent composers in jazz, bassist Charles Mingus was also an artist of the border region. Born in Nogales, Arizona, and raised in South Los Angeles, Mingus found inspiration in Mexico that led to his landmark 1957 album, “Tijuana Moods.” Since Mingus’s passing in 1979, bands dedicated to his music have performed weekly in NYC. The Festival presents the latest edition of the 7-piece Mingus Dynasty band, comprised of top NYC-based players Wayne Escoffery on tenor sax, Boris Kozlov on bass, Sara Hanahan on alto sax, Conrad Herwig on trombone, Alex Pope Norris on trumpet, Helen Sung on piano, and Donald Edwards on drums. Dynasty’s performance will feature pieces from “Tijuana Moods” and other classic Mingus repertoire.
Danilo Pérez with La Covacha Big Band
Pianist/composer/educator Danilo Pérez, a native of Panama, has been a vital force in jazz for more than 30 years, including an early tenure with Dizzy Gillespie, a string of acclaimed projects as leader, and nearly 20 years in the Wayne Shorter Quartet. As an educator, he is Artistic Director of the Berklee College of Music’s Global Jazz Institute, furthering jazz’s unique role in world culture. SDTJ Jazz brings Pérez to the binational region for workshops and performances with two local ensembles. The San Diego State University Jazz Ensembles feature SDSU students and faculty under the directorship of saxophonist Brian Levy. Ensenada’s La Covacha Big Band, one of Baja California’s most influential jazz combos, is under the leadership of trumpeter and Mexico’s first JJA Jazz Hero, Iván Trujillo.
Danilo Pérez with La Covacha Big Band
Pianist/composer/educator Danilo Pérez, a native of Panama, has been a vital force in jazz for more than 30 years, including an early tenure with Dizzy Gillespie, a string of acclaimed projects as leader, and nearly 20 years in the Wayne Shorter Quartet. As an educator, he is Artistic Director of the Berklee College of Music’s Global Jazz Institute, furthering jazz’s unique role in world culture. SDTJ Jazz brings Pérez to the binational region for workshops and performances with two local ensembles. The San Diego State University Jazz Ensembles feature SDSU students and faculty under the directorship of saxophonist Brian Levy. Ensenada’s La Covacha Big Band, one of Baja California’s most influential jazz combos, is under the leadership of trumpeter and Mexico’s first JJA Jazz Hero, Iván Trujillo.
Lucía and the Familia Gutiérrez
Rising star vocalist Lucía, winner of the prestigious Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, made her triumphant local debut at last year’s SDTJ Festival. She returns this fall alongside her father, eminent jarana player and vocalist Ramón Gutiérrez, for a vibrant performance in the Mexican folkloric genre of Son Jarocho. With African cultural roots in common, Son Jarocho and Jazz share features like improvised polyrhythms and call-and-response. Raised in one of the first families of Son Jarocho, Lucía has a unique ability to bring both styles together. The Familia Gutiérrez also features Lucía’s brother, Santiago Gutiérrez, on voice and cajón; Pablo Emiliano Castellanos on voice and jarana tercera; and Jerónimo González on bass.
Lucía and the Familia Gutiérrez
Rising star vocalist Lucía, winner of the prestigious Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, made her triumphant local debut at last year’s SDTJ Festival. She returns this fall alongside her father, eminent jarana player and vocalist Ramón Gutiérrez, for a vibrant performance in the Mexican folkloric genre of Son Jarocho. With African cultural roots in common, Son Jarocho and Jazz share features like improvised polyrhythms and call-and-response. Raised in one of the first families of Son Jarocho, Lucía has a unique ability to bring both styles together. The Familia Gutiérrez also features Lucía’s brother, Santiago Gutiérrez, on voice and cajón; Pablo Emiliano Castellanos on voice and jarana tercera; and Jerónimo González on bass.
Binational Youth Ensemble
SDTJ Jazz showcases the future of jazz in the border region with this special band comprised of high school student musicians from both San Diego and Ensenada. These talented young artists come together to form a unique binational band under the leadership of their two artistic directors, leading West Coast jazz trumpeter Gilbert Castellanos, founder/director of San Diego’s Young Lions Jazz Conservatory, and his Baja counterpart, trumpeter Iván Trujillo, founder/director of Ensenada’s Instituto Contemporáneo de Música de Baja California.
Binational Youth Ensemble
SDTJ Jazz showcases the future of jazz in the border region with this special band comprised of high school student musicians from both San Diego and Ensenada. These talented young artists come together to form a unique binational band under the leadership of their two artistic directors, leading West Coast jazz trumpeter Gilbert Castellanos, founder/director of San Diego’s Young Lions Jazz Conservatory, and his Baja counterpart, trumpeter Iván Trujillo, founder/director of Ensenada’s Instituto Contemporáneo de Música de Baja California.
JOIN US FOR THIS ONE-OF-A-KIND
BINATIONAL EVENT.
ABOUT THE TIJUANA JAZZ
AND BLUES FESTIVAL
The festival aims to promote the artistic values of the city of Tijuana through a full program of activities focused on the genres of jazz and blues. It is organized by Promotora de Cultura de Baja California A.C., directed by cultural manager Julian Plascencia. The festival takes place on Avenida Revolucion, an emblematic space that is part of the historic patrimony of Tijuana.
about THE san diego tijuana
international jazz festival
A three-day event celebrating the musical richness of our binational region, with performances by internationally acclaimed artists in San Diego, Escondido, and Tijuana.