Pedro Pastor y Los Local Descalzos at SJMA

Art and jazz are perfect companions. Take a break from the heat for a special acoustic concert by Pedro Pastor y Los Local Descalzos. Pre-register here Register for tickets in advance to ensure a fast check-in at the front desk. About Pedro Pastor is at the forefront of Spain’s new wave of singer-songwriters. With six albums and concerts in 17 countries, his music bridges Spain and Latin America through poetic lyrics and global rhythms including cumbia, flamenco, funk, and African influences. At just 31, Pastor has already spent over 20 years and 800 concerts on stage, and his songwriting reflects that depth of experience. With lyrics that are a hymn to change and rebellion, he grapples with Spain’s past, particularly the legacy of the Franco dictatorship, alongside present-day issues of migration, inequality, and social responsibility. Fusion and blending are central to his artistic vision, with his belief that the mixing of musical and human traditions is itself a source of development and joy. Pastor brings that expansive perspective to every performance, celebrating love, social change, and shared cultural memory. San Jose Jazz Summer Fest 2026 Jazz, soul, funk, Latin energy and pure showmanship—San Jose Jazz Summer Fest is back with a lineup packed with jazz and R&B legends alongside the hottest rising stars. Headlining this year is Patti LaBelle, bringing six decades of vocal power and stage presence to downtown San Jose. She's joined by Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Zapp Ft. Tuxedo, Cory Wong, the Afro-Cuban All Stars, Javon Jackson with Nnenna Freelon, The Soul Rebels, Joe Bataan, Adi Oasis, Thee Sinseers and dozens more across eight stages over three days. Choose from four levels of access from GA to VIP with complimentary beverages and exclusive new events to make this the best weekend ever. August 7–9. All tickets now on sale! summerfest.sanjosejazz.org