Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins and Dizzy Gillespie at The Shell: A Night In Tunisia and More

Name: Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins and Dizzy Gillespie at The Shell: A Night In Tunisia and More
Start: 2026-09-06
End: 2026-09-06
Location: San Diego

Gilbert Castellanos and The KSDS Jazz Orchestra present a tribute to jazz legends at The Shell in San Diego. Scheduled for September 6, 2026, the performance honors the legacies of Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, and Dizzy Gillespie.

Date: Sep 6, 2026
Location: San Diego

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Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins and Dizzy Gillespie at The Shell: A Night In Tunisia and More

Date: Sep 6, 2026
Location: San Diego

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Highlights

Performance by the 18-piece KSDS Jazz Orchestra
Tribute to the music of Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, and Dizzy Gillespie
Featured soloists including Gilbert Castellanos and Justo Almario
Classic repertoire such as "Manteca" and "A Night in Tunisia"

This special concert features Gilbert Castellanos and the 18-piece KSDS Jazz Orchestra performing at The Shell. Originally conceived as a celebration of Dizzy Gillespie and Chano Pozo titled "Manteca!", the program was expanded to include landmark compositions by Miles Davis and Sonny Rollins, offering a broader exploration of jazz history.

The ensemble includes prominent musicians such as trumpeter Derek Cannon, saxophonists Justo Almario and Charlie Arbelaez, and pianist Irving Flores. The repertoire highlights bebop and Latin jazz staples, including "A Night in Tunisia," "Cubana Be, Cubana Bop," and "Tin Tin Deo." The event showcases vibrant orchestral arrangements of these perpetually influential works in an outdoor venue setting.

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Location described by the source: The Shell; www.sandiegouniontribune.com
Area for browsing nearby events: San Diego

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