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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

  • JOEY KIM-WEIGANDT QUINTET
    JOEY KIM-WEIGANDT QUINTET
    Wed, Oct 30
    Panama 66
    Oct 30, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM
    Panama 66, 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    Oct 30, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM
    Panama 66, 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    Young Lions Series Presented By Gilbert Castellanos 7:00 PM every Wednesday at Panama 66 in Balboa Park
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  • SIDEWINDER ENSEMBLE & NEW PERSPECTIVE ENSEMBLE
    SIDEWINDER ENSEMBLE & NEW PERSPECTIVE ENSEMBLE
    Wed, Nov 06
    Panama 66
    Nov 06, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    Panama 66, 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    Nov 06, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    Panama 66, 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    Young Lions Series Presented By Gilbert Castellanos every Wednesday at Panama 66 in Balboa Park.
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  • JOHN CLAYTON & GILBERT CASTELLANOS
    JOHN CLAYTON & GILBERT CASTELLANOS
    Wed, Nov 13
    Panama 66
    Nov 13, 2024, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Panama 66, 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    Nov 13, 2024, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    Panama 66, 1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
    Young Lions Series Presented By Gilbert Castellanos every Wednesday at Panama 66 in Balboa Park.
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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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