Chucho Valdés 85th Birthday Celebration With Special Guests Joe Lovano and Terence Blanchard

One of the great and true maestros of the world, virtuoso Cuban pianist and composer Chucho Valdés returns to Rose Theater to celebrate his 85th birthday. Recipient of Cuba’s highest honors, the National Prize of Music in Cuba and the Medal Félix Varela, he presentsa thrilling exploration of his deep roots in Jazz Norteamericano. Joined by an all-star quintet featuring legendary saxophonist Joe Lovano, innovative bassist John Patitucci, and prodigious drummer Marcus Gilmore, Valdés brings his fiery, erudite, and purposeful playing to the stage for an unforgettable birthday celebration. Don’t miss history in the making.

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Join us before the performance at 6:30 p.m. for a pre-concert lecture and gain deeper insight into the music and artists featured in the concert.