The Mallorca Jazz sa Pobla Festival 2026 not only offers concerts, but also activities that allow you to learn more about the history and great figures of jazz. One of these is the presentation of the book Sketches of Catalonia, by journalist and music critic Pere Pons, which will take place on July 29 at the Centre Cultural Sa Congregació.

Coinciding with the Centenary of the birth of Miles DavisThe publication offers a journey through some of the most significant moments in the legendary trumpeter's relationship with Catalan-speaking territories. Through a collection of chronicles and first-person narratives, Pere Pons reconstructs Davis's visits to cities such as Barcelona, Palma, Valencia either Escaldes-Engordanyshowing the impact it had on both the public and the music scene in each place.

Far from being a simple biography, Sketches of Catalonia It combines journalism, memoir, and a passion for jazz to offer an intimate look at one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Its pages help us understand how Miles Davis transcended the stage to become a true cultural icon whose influence remains alive decades later. ✨

The presentation will feature the participation of the person himself. Pere Pons, accompanied by Ferran PereyraA specialized journalist and one of the most recognized voices in the dissemination of jazz in Mallorca. It will be an excellent opportunity to talk with both authors, discover unpublished anecdotes, and delve deeper into the artistic legacy of the American trumpeter.

🌟 Why attend?

📖 Discover the history of the visits of Miles Davis to the Catalan-speaking territories.

🎺 A meeting with the journalist and writer Pere Pons, author of one of the most interesting publications dedicated to the musician.

💬 Conversation with Ferran Pereyra, a leading figure in music journalism in Mallorca.

🎷 A perfect activity to complement the concerts of the Mallorca Jazz sa Pobla Festival.

ℹ️ Practical information

📅 Date: July 29, 2026

🕢 Hour: 19:30 h

📍 Location: Center Cultural Sa Congregació, sa Pobla (Mallorca)

📚 Activity: Book presentation Sketches of Catalonia

✨ If you're interested in the history of jazz and want to discover the mark it left Miles Davis In the Mediterranean, this presentation offers a unique perspective on one of the most revolutionary musicians of the 20th century.