Event Info
Juan de Marcos & the Afro-Cuban All Stars
Juan de Marcos and the Afro-Cuban All Stars
Saturday, November 14 at 8:00 pm
C...
8:00pm
$23 - $52
Artists
Juan de Marcos & the Afro-Cuban All Stars
Hard-copy tickets
Physical tickets at: http://www.chancentre.com/whats-on/juan-de-marcos-and-afro-cuban-all-stars
Event Description
Juan de Marcos and the Afro-Cuban All Stars
Saturday, November 14 at 8:00 pm
Chan Shun Concert Hall
Co-presented by the Chan Centre and Global Arts Concerts
Direct from Havana to the Chan Centre stage, don't miss this opportunity to see the sizzling musicians of the Afro-Cuban All Stars in action. Led by Juan de Marcos González, the visionary behind the Buena Vista Social Club, this big band captures the exuberant spirit of Cuban music with a potent combination of musical virtuosity, driving percussion, powerhouse horn section and incomparable vocals. Last time they were here in 2006, audience members were caught up in the passion of the music and were dancing in the aisles.
González is gritty in his determination to fight for Cuban identity. The Afro-Cuban All Stars started as a group of legendary Cuban musicians-including such luminaries as Rubén González, Orlando Cachaíto López, Ibrahim Ferrer, many in their 70s brought back from retirement-as well as numerous young players. His multigenerational vision became reality: "I wanted to mix the generations so there is the experience of the older guys and the energy of the younger players." The mission of the Afro-Cuban All Stars is to bring the wealth, diversity and vitality of Cuban music to the world.
Ever-evolving, the great success of the band has sparked a resurrection of Cuban music both worldwide, and on the island itself with hundreds of bands now playing traditional music that once was overshadowed by American pop. Always a hit!
Venue
6265 Crescent Road
since 1997
In-Person Event
Sat. November 14th 2009 + Add to Calendar
The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts
