The John Santos Sextet at La Peña at La Peña Cultural Center – Berkeley, CA
The John Santos Sextet at La Peña at La Peña Cultural Center – Berkeley, CA
Don’t miss this upcoming event in Berkeley, CA. Happening on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at La Peña Cultural Center. Doors open at 7:00 PM.
La Peña Cultural Center Presents: The John Santos Sextet – Uncharted Territory
Join us at La Peña Cultural Center in Berkeley for Uncharted Territory, an unforgettable evening of live Afro-Latino Jazz led by multi-Grammy nominee John Santos and his renowned Sextet. This special concert blends deep musical improvisation, traditional Afro-Latino dance rhythms, and contemporary jazz influences, creating a transformative experience for all music lovers.
Improvisation is at the heart of jazz and traditional Afro-Latino music. It is an ancient link to the past and the future that honors celebrated and unknown ancestors as well as descendants. Through this shared moment of sound, expect a night of healing, compassion, and unspoken communication, uplifting everyone in the room.
The John Santos Sextet
Multi-Grammy nominee and USA Fontanals Fellow, John Santos, and his stellar Sextet shed light on the historical and cultural significance of Latin Jazz, as well as its aesthetic characteristics pertaining to instrumentation, rhythm, interpretation and improvisation. Organized in 2003, they specialize in exciting concerts and educational presentations from lecture/demonstrations to detailed clinics focusing on any number of relevant subjects such as composition, arrangement, rhythmic development, stylistic interpretation, studio performance, etc. Their repertoire consists of exciting original arrangements of Latin American classics and Jazz standards from the US, as well as original compositions. Equally at home with a dance or concert repertoire, The John Santos Sextet presents a wide range of styles and rhythms for audiences of all ages.
Featuring:
Dr. John Calloway – flute, percussion | Saul Sierra – bass | Marco Diaz – keyboard, trumpet | Charlie Gurke – saxophones | Josh Jones – drum set | John Santos – percussion
Visit their website johnsantosofficial.com/js-sextet
Tickets
$25 – Early Bird
$30 – Pre-Sale General Admission
$35 – Door General Admission
$40 – Artist Benefactor
La Peña members get a 25% discount!
Volunteer at La Peña
Sign up to volunteer for this event and get a free entry plus snacks and refreshments. Shifts are only 3 hours, giving you plenty of time to also experience the music and connect with the community. Sign up today and help make this event possible!
Accessibility
- La Peña is a wheelchair-accessible venue with step-less entry, wide doorways, and accessible restrooms.
- Masks are strongly encouraged. If you’re experiencing COVID-19, cold, or flu-like symptoms, please consider staying home to protect our community. HEPA air purifiers operate throughout our space.
- All-gender restrooms available
We strive to make La Peña a welcoming, accessible space for everyone. If you have any specific needs or questions about accessibility, please contact us at least one week in advance, and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Email us at info@Lapena.org
La Peña Membership
Become a member today and get a 25% discount on tickets for you and 1 guest to this event, along with other exclusive perks. Use your member code at checkout to redeem your discount. Learn more at: Lapena.org/members
Getting to La Peña
- Public Transit: The 18 bus line stops directly across the street (Shattuck & Woolsey), and Ashby BART is just two blocks away.
- Parking: Free street parking is available, or park at the Ashby BART station for a fee.
- Bike-Friendly: Bike racks are available outside our cultural center
Questions?
Contact us at programs@Lapena.org or visit www.Lapena.org
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