ABOUT VJB
WHO WE ARE
We are a passionate ensemble of music aficionados, committed to nurturing, promoting, and elevating the artists, performance, and education of jazz and blues in the Santa Ynez Valley.
We take pride in showcasing a variety of artists, from emerging talents to seasoned performers and names you already know. However, at our core, we are dedicated to championing local talents, providing them with a platform to shine, and ensuring that the soulful rhythms of jazz and blues continue to reverberate through the heartbeats of our community.
Our commitment extends beyond just live performances — it's about sustaining the essence of jazz and blues for future generations with a strong emphasis on education. We believe in nurturing young talents, offering them opportunities to
immerse in the world of jazz and blues,and empowering them with knowledge and skills that go beyond the stage. Through community events and partnerships with educational institutions, we aspire to make jazz and blues a living, breathing experience in our community.
From starlit evening concerts to intimate gigs in our region's treasured venues, we invite you to join us on a musical journey — one dedicated to community enrichment where every musical moment echoes with purpose and connection.
—Michael Gordon, Guy R. Walker, Les Rose, & Drew Esnard—
If you, or someone you know, is a jazz and/or blues artist looking for an opportunity to collaborate and be featured, please reach out to us.
We're always on the lookout for talented voices and fresh sounds in the jazz and blues world. We value the richness and diversity of this musical legacy and are eager to support emerging as well as established talents.