Chuchito Valdes Quintet
Rumba
Chicago, IL
SOUND CULTURE & RATIO NATION PRESENT
Chuchito Valdes Quintet
Cuban Latin Jazz master of the world famous Valdes family performs whis Chicago Quintet.
Thursday, February 25th 2010
9pm doors | 10pm show
$15 advanced | $20 at door
Rumba 351 W. Hubbard St.
Chuchito Valdes, following in the footsteps of his famed father Chucho Valdes and grandfather Bebo Valdes, continues the legacy of great piano players form Cuba.
With influences of Caribbean rhythms and jazz, Chuchito creates an exciting and energetic blend of spicy music that drives audiences wild. This piano master captivates with his sensitivity and drives excitement with his dynamic band.
Chuchito has recorded and performed piano with the world renown Cuban band, Irakere, which he led for 2 years. He has also performed at festivals, clubs and concerts throughout the world: from Cuba and the Caribbean to North America, South America, and Europe.
Chuchito is recognized as a master of Cuban music including Son, Danzon, Cuban Timba and Guaguanco. He has also extensively studied classical music including harmony and composition. His original compositions and arrangements draw on classical harmonic and structural techniques. In his performances, Chuchitos music draws on many styles including Afro-Cuban Latin Jazz, Bebop, Danzon, Cha-Cha-Cha, Son Montuno and much more. Chuchito Valds currently resides in Cancun, Mexico and is a frequent performer in the United State and Canada.
"Chuchito Valdes displays the hell-bent intensity and daredevil technique of the elder Valdes-qualities recognized worldwide as hallmarks of Cuban Jazz."
Neil Tesser - The Reader (Chicagos Art & Culture Guide)
Note: 21 + with ID, general admission seating, CASH ONLY at the door
| Minimum Age: 21 |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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Sales have ended for this event. Tickets may still be available at the door.
Tickets are available for sale at the door for $20.00 CASH ONLY on a first-come-first-served basis. |
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| Start: | Thursday Feb 25, 2010 9:00 PM | | End: | Friday Feb 26, 2010 2:00 AM |
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Rumba
351 W. Hubbard
Chicago, IL
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