The Saúl Sierra Quintet: "Caminos" at YBG Festival

The Saúl Sierra Quintet: "Caminos" at YBG Festival

FREE show of Latin jazz in San Francisco, only at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival

By Yerba Buena Gardens Festival

Date and time

Location

Yerba Buena Gardens

750 Howard Street San Francisco, CA 94103

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

Like a strand of DNA, every rhythm tells a story. In the hands of Mexican-born bass master Saúl Sierra, an enthralling array of rhythms reveal the deep African diaspora currents running through the Americas. Written and arranged by Sierra for his all-star Bay Area quintet featuring pianist Marco Diaz, saxophonist Charlie Gurke, and percussionists Ahkeel Mestayer and Julio Pérez, Caminos is an eight-part Pan-American jazz suite celebrating the diverse musical styles of the Americas. Sierra also designed the piece to showcase the richness of the Bay Area music community. Centered around a single musical theme arranged in a succession of styles, Caminos encompasses Mexican son jarocho, Cuban changüi, Puerto Rican plena, Venezuelan merengue, New Orleans jazz, Brazilian samba, Uruguayan candombe and Peruvian landó and festejo. Each song features a special guest, including John Santos, Jackeline Rago, Braulio Barrera, Manuel Constancio, Edgardo Cambon, Brian Rice, Claudio Vega, Anthony Blea, Lolis Garcia, and Kyla Danish and Jorge Liceaga. This afternoon, every road leads to Yerba Buena Gardens.


Supported in part by Yerba Buena Partnership.

Frequently asked questions

How much to RSVP?

RSVPs are free!

Can I bring my family?

Bring your family, friends, your picnic and your best dance moves! We are an all-ages venue

Is the venue ADA accessible?

Yerba Buena Gardens is an ADA accessible venue. Please reach out to event staff if you need any assistance.

Where is the venue?

Yerba Buena Gardens in downtown San Francisco, on Mission Street between 3rd & 4th Streets. It is easily accessible by public transit. The closest parking garage is at 5th and Mission.

Is the venue all outdoors?

Yerba Buena Gardens is all outdoors. Be prepared for SF weather.

Can I bring food?

Picnic blankets (and picnics) encouraged. There are many food options nearby at the Metreon and in the surrounding neighborhood.

Is there available seating?

Seating is limited and prioritized for seniors and those who need them. Low lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.

I didn't RSVP - can I still go?

Yes! RSVPs are free and optional. All events at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival are free of admission and open to the public to attend.

$0 – $20
Aug 30 · 2:00 PM PDT