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BENITO GONZALEZ TRIO
BIG NAMES small room JAZZ SERIES: Benito Gonzalez Trio
Born into a family of Venezuelan folk musicians, jazz pianist Benito Gonzalez has always had a deep-rooted appreciation for pastimes and traditions. Today, as a rising star of one of America's finest musical traditions, Gonzalez has come to his current status by following in the footsteps of jazz's ancestral forebears. The fusion of world rhythms and straight-ahead jazz makes this passionate performer an audience favorite all over the world.
"Gonzalez has a golden touch on the piano, whether he's playing a ballad or swinging for the fences."
the JazzPage
Benito Gonzalez is being recognized as an exciting pianist and composer for his well-received debut album 'Starting Point' (Christian McBride, Antonio Sanchez, Rene McLean, Ron Blake) in addition to taking home first prize at the Great American Jazz Piano Competition.
Benito's acclaimed sophomore album, 'Circles' (Ron Blake, Myron Walden, Azar Lawrence, Christian McBride, Jeff "Tain" Watts), reveals a very personal body of work as he emerges as a leader and an accomplished improviser. Recently, Benito received more critical attention for his work on Garrett's Grammy-Nominated album 'Seeds from the Underground'.
"Gonzalez proves he can handle just about
anything thrown his musical way."
KeyboardMag
After almost seven years of touring with Kenny Garrett, Benito has added numerous festivals and international jazz club dates to his credit. He has also shared the stage with Curtis Fuller, Pharaoh Sanders, Bobby Hutcherson, Christian McBride, Ignacio Berroa, Roy Hargrove, Rene McLean, Steve Turre,Delfeayo Marsalis,Hamiet Bluiett, Antonio Sanchez, T.K. Blue, Nicholas Payton, Azar Lawrence, and Jackie McLean.
"Gonzalez flashes killer chops and swings intensely alongside his world-class bandmates
Blues & Soul
His multi-cultural talents have led to frequent recording dates, from American jazz masters such as Kenny Garrett and Azar Lawrence, to West African musicians and Latin bands. Benito has also served as musical director for several Venezuelan Recording Artists.
Presently, Benito is touring the world with numerous jazz clubs an international festivals to his credit, including several extensive tours of Europe as leader of his own Benito Gonzalez Trio.
"...Benito Gonzalez. Remember that name. A future star."
Blues & Soul
Benito is returning to Blue with drummer EJ Strickland and bassist Yasushi Nakamura.
BENITO GONZALEZ (keys) http://www.benitogonzalez.com/
EJ STRICKLAND (drums) http://www.ejstrickland.com/
YASUSHI NAKAMURA(bass) http://www.abouttheswing.com/performers/biography/yasushi_nakamura/
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LocationBLUE
650A Congress Street
Portland, ME 04101
United States
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| Non-Smoking: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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Attendees
Blanca S.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 18, 2015 9:43 AM |
Blanca S.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 18, 2015 9:43 AM |
Ed B.
Freeport, ME United States
Apr 18, 2015 8:44 AM |
Ed B.
Freeport, ME United States
Apr 18, 2015 8:44 AM |
Carl D.
South Portland, ME United States
Apr 18, 2015 7:29 AM |
Andrew T.
Falmouth, ME United States
Apr 17, 2015 7:19 PM |
Andrew T.
Falmouth, ME United States
Apr 17, 2015 7:19 PM |
Name Withheld
Portland, ME United States
Apr 17, 2015 5:55 PM |
Name Withheld
Portland, ME United States
Apr 17, 2015 5:55 PM |
Teresa P.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 17, 2015 10:46 AM |
Teresa P.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 17, 2015 10:46 AM |
Joel M.
North Andover, MA United States
Apr 17, 2015 10:31 AM |
Joel M.
North Andover, MA United States
Apr 17, 2015 10:31 AM |
Sheila S.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 17, 2015 10:12 AM |
Sheila S.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 17, 2015 10:12 AM |
Amory R.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 17, 2015 9:31 AM |
Amory R.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 17, 2015 9:31 AM |
Name Withheld
South Portland, ME United States
Apr 16, 2015 6:03 PM |
Name Withheld
South Portland, ME United States
Apr 16, 2015 6:03 PM |
Name Withheld
South Portland, ME United States
Apr 16, 2015 6:03 PM |
Scott S.
Charlestown, MA United States
Apr 16, 2015 5:13 PM |
Scott S.
Charlestown, MA United States
Apr 16, 2015 5:13 PM |
Scott S.
Charlestown, MA United States
Apr 16, 2015 5:13 PM |
Beth J.
Hallowell, ME United States
Apr 16, 2015 6:26 AM |
Beth J.
Hallowell, ME United States
Apr 16, 2015 6:26 AM |
Kyung R.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 15, 2015 8:10 PM |
Sandra G.
Bristol, ME United States
Apr 15, 2015 4:18 PM |
Sandra G.
Bristol, ME United States
Apr 15, 2015 4:18 PM |
Jen S.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 15, 2015 1:35 PM |
Jen S.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 15, 2015 1:35 PM |
Chad V.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 15, 2015 11:14 AM |
Chad V.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 15, 2015 11:14 AM |
Eric C.
AMHERST, NH United States
Apr 15, 2015 8:39 AM |
Eric C.
AMHERST, NH United States
Apr 15, 2015 8:39 AM |
Joseph F.
Cambridge, MA United States
Apr 15, 2015 7:40 AM |
Joseph F.
Cambridge, MA United States
Apr 15, 2015 7:40 AM |
Sharon T.
Orono, ME United States
Apr 14, 2015 3:49 PM |
Sharon T.
Orono, ME United States
Apr 14, 2015 3:49 PM |
Larry V.
Pownal, ME United States
Apr 14, 2015 9:57 AM |
Larry V.
Pownal, ME United States
Apr 14, 2015 9:57 AM |
Larry V.
Pownal, ME United States
Apr 14, 2015 9:57 AM |
James S.
Chestnut Hill, MA United States
Apr 13, 2015 1:28 PM |
James S.
Chestnut Hill, MA United States
Apr 13, 2015 1:28 PM |
Blanca S.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 12, 2015 5:05 PM |
Blanca S.
Portland, ME United States
Apr 12, 2015 5:05 PM |
Lynne D.
Ellsworth, ME United States
Apr 08, 2015 6:38 AM |
Lynne D.
Ellsworth, ME United States
Apr 08, 2015 6:38 AM |
Ted H.
portland, ME United States
Apr 06, 2015 11:37 AM |
Ted H.
portland, ME United States
Apr 06, 2015 11:37 AM |
Name Withheld
portland, ME United States
Apr 01, 2015 8:26 AM |
Name Withheld
portland, ME United States
Apr 01, 2015 8:26 AM |
Desmond D.
cape elizabeth, ME United States
Mar 30, 2015 7:03 PM |
Desmond D.
cape elizabeth, ME United States
Mar 30, 2015 7:03 PM |
Desmond D.
cape elizabeth, ME United States
Mar 30, 2015 7:03 PM |
Desmond D.
cape elizabeth, ME United States
Mar 30, 2015 7:03 PM |
Desmond D.
cape elizabeth, ME United States
Mar 30, 2015 7:03 PM |
Name Withheld
Portland, ME United States
Mar 30, 2015 8:32 AM |
Name Withheld
Portland, ME United States
Mar 30, 2015 8:32 AM |
Name Withheld
Portland, ME United States
Mar 28, 2015 4:43 PM |
Name Withheld
Portland, ME United States
Mar 28, 2015 4:43 PM |
Name Withheld
Portland, ME United States
Mar 28, 2015 8:45 AM |
Name Withheld
Portland, ME United States
Mar 28, 2015 8:45 AM |
Name Withheld
Portland, ME United States
Mar 28, 2015 8:45 AM |
Name Withheld
Portland, ME United States
Mar 28, 2015 8:45 AM |
Name Withheld
Limerick, ME United States
Mar 18, 2015 2:32 PM |
Name Withheld
Limerick, ME United States
Mar 18, 2015 2:32 PM |
Mandy H.
Sanford, ME United States
Mar 17, 2015 2:11 PM |
Mandy H.
Sanford, ME United States
Mar 17, 2015 2:11 PM |
Elizabeth W.
Portland, ME United States
Feb 25, 2015 5:57 PM |
Harro J.
Portland, ME United States
Feb 25, 2015 5:57 PM |
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