3:00 - 5:00
John Santos, seven-time Grammy-nominated percussionist and SF Jazz Resident Artistic Director, explores how Blackness is an essential element in the American musical forms known as Latin Jazz and Salsa. Through visual and audio examples, this brief lecture will provide a snapshot of the African roots of Latin Jazz and Salsa, two American musical genres (in the true sense of the word 'American.') that have garnered international popularity in the last 50-75 years.
Connect: John Santos - Website
Dance & Music
Enjoy performances, talks and workshops that celebrate movement and the musical arts.
¡VIVA!: Latinx Interest
Connect to engaging discussions and performances related to the Latinx community.
¡VIVA! at the Library is a celebration of Latinx heritage, cultures and traditions. San Francisco has a rich Latinx heritage that is highlighted in a diverse array of exciting programs for all ages, from Spanish/bilingual storytimes to cooking classes, author talks to art and cultural presentations.
More Than a Month: Black Interest
Connect to engaging discussions and performances related to the Black community.
More Than a Month recognizes important events in Black history, honors community and national leaders and fosters steps towards collective change. Programming features authors, poets and craft classes.