Brian Andres and the Afro-Cuban Jazz Cartel ft. Sandra Garcia Rivera: Latin Jazz Meets Spoken Word

Nuyorican poet/cultural worker Sandra Garcia Rivera joins the Grammy-winning musicians and educators of Brian Andres’ Afro-Cuban Jazz Cartel for a special performance of original compositions and exciting arrangements of Cuban, Puerto Rican, Mexican, and U.S. classics.

Featuring:
Brian Andres – drum set
Javier Cabanillas – congas
Aaron Germain – bass
Christian Tumalan – piano
Sandra Garcia Rivera – spoken word

Inspired by the Bay Area’s deep Latin jazz heritage, the Afro-Cuban Jazz Cartel features Grammy-winning musicians and esteemed music educators who boast a deep repertoire of originals and standards. Leader Brian Andres also offers lectures and workshops in Afro-Cuban and pan-Caribbean music.

Bay Area-based Nuyorican poet and cultural worker Sandra Garcia Rivera teaches creative writing, hosts a monthly literary series, and performs with Latin/Caribbean ensembles.

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Time: Doors 7:00PM / Show 7:30PM
Admission: $10-15 sliding scale
Tickets will not be sold in advance for this event – please arrive at the Red Poppy when doors open to purchase tickets. All ages are welcome.

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