Baja Jazz 2025 Celebrating the international Jazz Day at El Mirador

Guaycura Hotel Boutique

The Mirador Restaurant presents an afternoon of jazz on May 1st from 2:30 pm, featuring renowned artists and a special sunset barbecue.

El Mirador Ocean View Restaurant

The Mirador Ocean View Restaurant and Tito Rodríguez invite you to an unforgettable jazz afternoon on May 1st in Todos Santos.Starting at 2:30 pm, enjoy live performances by acclaimed artists:As you immerse yourself in the music, indulge in a special barbecue and curated menu created for the occasion.Your ticket includes a welcome drink courtesy of Casa Cuervo, Reserva de la Familia.Don’t miss this unique experience combining the best of jazz with exceptional cuisine and breathtaking sunset views.Reserve your spot by calling (612) 175-0800.Keep scrolling to get to know this year's guests musicians.

<ul><li>Sonny Step is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from New York, originally from Philadelphia, where he was deeply influenced by R&B, soul, rock, and jazz. Trained as a jazz saxophonist, his style draws inspiration from icons like Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Dexter Gordon, and Parliament-Funkadelic. Known for his smooth harmonies and energetic rhythms that blend '90s R&B with late '70s and early '80s dance grooves, Sonny has performed with artists like Rihanna, Ricky Martin, and Solange, and appeared on the Late Show with Vic Mensa. He is also the founder and frontman of the band Hudson Horns and has graced top jazz venues in New York such as Blue Note and Birdland.</li></ul>

Doug Webb is an American musician from Los Angeles, California, who began playing clarinet at age eight and added saxophone and flute by fifteen. A graduate of Edison High School and Berklee College of Music, Webb has performed and recorded with legendary artists such as Rod Stewart, Freddie Hubbard, Stanley Clarke, Carly Simon, and Doc Severinsen. He was a member of the house band for the Dennis Miller Show and toured extensively with Severinsen’s Big Band. A prolific session musician, Webb has contributed to hundreds of film and TV soundtracks, including X-Men: Wolverine, Burlesque, Gran Torino, and Mystic River, and is known for playing Lisa Simpson’s saxophone solos on The Simpsons. With over 150 jazz recordings to his name, including 20 as a leader or co-leader for Posi-Tone Records, Webb is a respected figure in both the jazz and film music worlds.

Victor Patron: Born on October 28, 1969, in Mexico City, this accomplished musician comes from a renowned musical family that includes his grandfather Ramón Patrón, uncles Mario and Homero Patrón, and cousin Mario Patrón Jr. He studied at several prestigious music institutions and began his professional career at age 15, performing in night shows and touring with artists like Johnny Laboriel and Laura Flores. His passion for jazz led him to perform with groups like Wet Paint Jazz Fusion and Fénix, and he later formed his own band, Quinto Grado, playing at national and international jazz festivals. He has worked with major Latin artists including Alejandra Guzmán, Amanda Miguel, and Ricardo Arjona, and was invited by Ed Calle to serve as a Latin Grammy judge in the jazz and instrumental category. Today, he continues producing and recording in his studio, Quinto Grado, dedicating all his work to God.

Jorge “Tito” Rodríguez Flor, originally from Monterrey, is a highly respected electric bassist, composer, and arranger known for his unique and expressive fretless 6-string bass style that often sounds like a lead guitar. A dedicated jazz promoter, he has performed and recorded across Mexico and the U.S., studying harmony and composition in San Francisco and collaborating with artists such as Jackie King and Tom Coster. He played a key role in developing the jazz scene in Puerto Vallarta and is the founder and producer of the "Jazz Hecho en México" festivals, as well as the artistic director of the "San José Jazz Weekend" in Baja California Sur. Currently based in Los Cabos, he leads the renowned jazz club Jazz On the Rocks at Sunset Point, where top international and Mexican artists have performed.

Rey David Alejandre, a trombonist and pianist from Veracruz, Mexico, began performing at age seven with the prodigy group "La Morraya" and by twelve had already played at Cuba’s National Theatre. A versatile musician in salsa, jazz, and Latin jazz, he has performed on prestigious stages including the United Nations, Madison Square Garden, Birdland Jazz Club, and international festivals. Alejandre has worked with major Mexican artists like Lila Downs, Juan Gabriel, and Emmanuel, and spent 17 years as lead trombonist for salsa legend Willie Colón, also collaborating with Oscar D'León and Tito Nieves. Now based in New York, he is a vital figure in the Latin jazz scene, having performed with icons such as Paquito D'Rivera, Arturo Sandoval, and Richard Bona. A protégé of Luis Bonilla, Rey continues to innovate through collaborations with cutting-edge musicians and is finalizing his latest solo recording.

Sergio Hesting, originally from Oaxaca, Mexico, developed a passion for music at a young age, focusing on the study of drums. He trained with private instructors and has participated in jazz festivals both in Los Cabos and throughout Mexico. Known for his rhythmic talent and dynamic performances, he regularly appears at local restaurants and hotels, contributing to the vibrant jazz scene in the region.