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Gilbert Castellanos

Gilbert Castellanos

Founder and Artistic Director

“Raising up the next generation of jazz is really where my passion and heart and soul is. When I was starting out, someone gave me a chance to get on stage and took the time to invest some of their knowledge and experience in me. It’s a big part of my success today, and I’m grateful. Today, I’m giving back, and watching these young adults blossom into amazing musicians is an honor and a gift!”

– Gilbert C. Castellanos

Upcoming Events

  • The Shape of Jazz to Come 2023
    The Shape of Jazz to Come 2023
    Sun, Oct 22
    Bread & Salt
    Oct 22, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Bread & Salt, 1955 Julian Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, USA
    Oct 22, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Bread & Salt, 1955 Julian Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, USA
    Annual Fundraiser and Celebration!
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  • YLJC Opens For Jazz @ The Jacobs
    YLJC Opens For Jazz @ The Jacobs
    Sat, Nov 25
    San DiegoJacobs Music Center
    Nov 25, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    San DiegoJacobs Music Center, 750 B St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    Nov 25, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    San DiegoJacobs Music Center, 750 B St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    A Tribute to Ella, Billie and Sarah
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  • YLJC Opens For Jazz @ The Jacobs
    YLJC Opens For Jazz @ The Jacobs
    Sat, Feb 03
    San DiegoJacobs Music Center
    Feb 03, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    San DiegoJacobs Music Center, 750 B St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    Feb 03, 2024, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    San DiegoJacobs Music Center, 750 B St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    Gilbert Castellanos Performs - Miles Davis: Kind of Blue
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"I am extremely grateful to have learned a tremendous amount under the tutelage of Gilbert Castellanos and Rob Thorsen and everyone at YLJC.  Forming connections with musicians and peers that share the same passion for the music as I do has been great... I hope to stay involved in the program in the future."

Tiger Diep - Alto Saxophone

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