LOS ANGELES — The Music Center’s Summer SoundWaves series kicks off July 9 at the Jerry Moss Plaza with a performance by La Marisoul Y Son California.

La Marisoul learned traditional music and performance styles from local musician on Olvera Street where her family ran a small business.

The Music Center’s Josephine Ramirez said the series is part of their efforts to greater serve LA’s communities with more free and low-cost cultural events.