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About the Event

Join us for an elegant afternoon to celebrate our vibrant local music community and to raise support for SJZ's Jazz Aid Fund. Hosted by San Jose District 6 Councilmember Michael Mulcahy, the event honors Henry Schiro, San Jose Jazz's executive director from 1988-2004. Henry's commitment to local artists, through the organization and with his leadership at the Garden City, San Jose's premier jazz venue at the time, continues to inspire us. You'll enjoy music, delicious food and drink, silent and live auctions and more. 

We'll be serving the fine wines of Kirigin Cellars, a family-owned boutique winery in Gilroy, CA and we've turned to downtown's high-end Oaxacan restaurant Mezcal to provide elegant passed hors d'ouevres and a hearty buffet of Mezcal's favorites including their famous Chicken Mole, Vegan and Cheese Enchiladas Suizas and their signature Tricolor Romaine Salad with Radish, Jicama and Avocado, dressed in a light Cilantro Vinaigrette. 

Performances

As you enter, you'll be greeted by the smooth jazz/funk playing of one of our High School All Stars U19s combos. If you've never heard the group you'll be amazed at the skill and poise of these young players. 

Our featured performer is 2025 Jazz Aid Fund artist Ryan Trujillo, one of the most versatile and sought-after bassists in the Bay. We'll be treated to a performance by his Ryan Trujillo Latin Jazz Quartet, with Jeff Goodkind on piano, Melky Sédec on percussion,  Emilio Davalos on drums and Ryan on electric bass.