The African Roots of Jazz Latino have always been undeniable and present in myriad ways. Despite the violent and notorious colonial experience in the Americas, African tradition, wisdom, spirituality, humor and storytelling are ever present in the music and dance. We have prepared a marvelous repertoire to celebrate Africa in the Americas - Jazz Latino style!!

The John Santos Sextet: Dr. John Calloway - flutes, percussion Saul Sierra - bass Marco Díaz - piano, trumpet David Flores - drumset Charlie Gurke - saxes John Santos - percussion

with special guests: Kiazi Malonga - (Congo) Bongo Sibidé - (Guinea) Baba Moshé Milon (Chicago, Mali, Senegal, Oakland) Lakiba Pittman (Fua Dia Congo) MJ Santos (Oakland School of the Arts)