For Martin Lund, jazz is not just a genre. It is what Lund says he breathes, lives and drinks. He even named his daughter Jaz.

“I love the celebration of jazz,” he said.

So it makes perfect sense that this year’s One World concert theme is a jazz festival. The show is June 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Orcas Center.

Last year’s concert followed the history of jazz whereas this year’s show explores a mix of jazz across the world and will even incorporate other genres. The show, as always, is a fundraiser for the Funhouse Commons.

“It’s really a mix of jazz and classical coming together,” said Donna Laslo, event producer.

There will be Brazilian, Afro-cuban, tango and French music.

“Jazz can envelop all cultures; it basically works as a sponge,” said Lund.

In the spirit of fostering a love of all that is jazz, Lund has brought top-notch talent to the community each year. According to Laslo, he always provides a diverse lineup, featuring up-and-coming acts as well as music legends from both northwest and beyond.

The all-star line-up of musicians for this year’s show features Gail Pettis, three-time Earshot Jazz Best Vocalist in the Northwest. Her vocals are described by “Jazz Times” as “a retro air that hints at the silken sophistication and storytelling of a young Nancy Wilson.”

“She’s hot stuff,” said Lund.

Joining her are some of Seattle’s finest: Darin Clendenin (pianist), Paul Gabrielson (bass), Jon Goforth (sax), Ben Thomas (percussion) along with local greats, Willie Thomas, Charlie Porter, Oliver Groenewald, Gene Nery and Tony Morales. Martin’s daughter Jaz, fresh off an international tour, will also get in on the show. Local youth trio Almost Classical will also be stepping onto the stage in a new form as Almost Sisters.

Besides bringing all-star musicians together Lund has a vision and a dream to someday host a Jazz Festival on Orcas Island.

“We want to bring jazz lovers to the island and to boost the economy and to foster music education,” said Laslo. “We want to keep jazz music alive in the world.”

Laslo hopes this year’s concert will help her and Lund to find out if people want a festival.

“It’s the launching pad for something bigger,” she said,

Laslo warns that the One World show sells out each year so she advises getting tickets early.

Tickets are available through the Orcas Center Box Office at 376-ACT1 and online at www.orcascenter.org.