Come and enjoy a memorable evening of Cuban jazz with the Juan Ruiz Quartet, featuring Takafumi Nikaido (Cuban percussion), Noam Tanzer (upright bass), Lolivone de la Rosa (electric guitar), and Juan Ruiz (clarinet and sax). A fusion of African and European musical traditions, Cuban jazz is immediately recognized by its rhythmic syncopation and joie de vivre. Jazz en clave will include an original repertoire of traditional favorites and new compositions. At its very core, it is the dance in the sound that invariably enchants and conquers the soul.
St. John’s in the Village Church
ST. BENEDICT’S COURTYARD
224 Waverly Place (at 11th St.), NYC
GENERAL ADMISSION: $15
CCCNY members &
SJV parishioners: $10
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Born in Medellín, Colombia, Juan Ruiz
has emerged as one of the most sought-after
jazz musicians in the New York City music scene,
where he continues to delight audiences with
his music and poetry as the leader of his band.
Juan studied at Berklee College of Music with
Dr. Shannon Leclaire and George Garzone.
A seasoned clarinetist, saxophonist, and composer,
he has shared the stage with Paquito D’Rivera
in the United States and Latin America.
He is widely regarded as one of the most original
interpreters of Latin jazz, intermingling stories,
irresistible rhythm, and poetry.
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This event is co-sponsored by St. John’s in the Village Church, and made possible, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, and by the New York State Council on the Arts, with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
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