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We’re excited to help spread the word about a special event happening in Detroit! 🎶
On Friday, January 31 and Saturday, February 1, 2014, the Jazz Cafe will host two unforgettable nights of music with world-renowned percussionist Chembo Corniel and his phenomenal ensemble.
📍 Jazz Cafe at Music Hall
🕗 Showtimes: 8 PM & 10 PM (both nights)
Chembo Corniel and his group will pay homage to two major musical icons: Thelonious Monk and Mongo Santamaria. The performance will feature some of today’s leading masters of Afro-Cuban jazz:
- Ivan Renta – Tenor & Soprano Saxophone
- Elio Villafranca – Piano
- Carlo De Rosa – Acoustic Bass
- Vince Cherico – Drums
🔥 Expect two nights filled with powerful solos, rhythmic mastery, and a deep, colorful tribute to the pioneers of jazz and Afro-Cuban music!
Chembo’s latest performances have earned high praise:
“I was captured from the opening bars… so much beauty.” — JazzTimes
“Corniel is a percussion colorist who stands head and shoulders above most of his peers.” — Latin Jazz Network
“His technique is like adding hot spices to a cold salad.” — Grady Tate, Jazz Vocalist
Don’t miss this President’s pick event!
🔗 More Information Here
🎟️ Buy Tickets Here
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