The Gabriel Alegria Afro-Peruvian Sextet With Special Guests HEARD – Troy, NY

The Gabriel Alegría Afro-Peruvian Sextet kicks off their fall tour at the intimate Alias Cafe in Troy, NY.

This is a rare opportunity to see the band in such an incredibly intimate setting…

Join us on Monday, September 30th, 2024 where you will hear every note and every breath of this music as if it were happening in your own living room.

You are cordially invited to immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms of coastal Peru. Festejo, Lando, Zamacueca, Marinera…

These rich traditions will be brought to life for you by the incomparable energy of The Gabriel Alegría Afro-Peruvian Sextet.

The band’s signature blend of traditional Peruvian sounds and modern jazz influences is at the core of this experience.

It’s music that is cool, in a hot kind of way.

This WILL be the greatest night of music in Upstate New York! ??

Opening the evening and sharing the bill with the Sextet will be HEARD….

And as you enter the venue and each band takes the stage, you’ll be transported to a world where catchy grooves and soulful melodies show you a side of Africa, Peru and the world that you may have never thought about…

You are cordially invited to come and celebrate ONE WORLD (Not Three) with The Afro-Peruvian Sextet and special guests HEARD.

The Afro-Peuvian Sextet and HEARD have put together a very compelling evening of music.

This may be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity…

One of those evenings that mark your year…

And we have no doubt that this WILL be a bonified chapter in your life!

There are three options for awesome tickets available:

1) PRE-SALE (limited availability) $35

2) DAY-OF-SHOW $45 (only if tickets are available)

3) DONOR $150 (limited quantity available)
This is a front row ticket which also supports the band’s East Coast Tour

What the press is saying…

“The Afro-Peruvian Sextet knows its mission well and has the execution down to a science.“

–The New York Times

“to be loved by progressives and block-party dancers alike“

–Downbeat Magazine

“a well conceived and perfectly executed celebration of culture through music.“

–The New York City Jazz Record

“rhythm-saturated, orchestrally-enticing performances that are the definition of sonic joy.“

–Latino Magazine

“the visceral excitement is as palpable as the listener’s own racing heartbeat” –The Latin Jazz Network

“An immersion in the black music of Peru’s coastal regions.” — Time Out New York

“a fascinating glimpse into how jazz is fusing with regional music around the world”

— LA Weekly

“A new chapter in the history of Latin Jazz”

— Rifftides

More about THE AFRO-PERUVIAN SEXTET

The Afro-Peruvian Sextet has produced eight CDS, one documentary film and one vinyl record to date. Their audiences come from all over the globe.

During your magical September 30th evening with the band, you may even be invited to participate in Tour Perú – Behind the Scenes, an innovative concept by which fans of the band literally join the musicians on the road on tour in Peru!

With home bases in Lima and New York City, the band has been embraced by both cities. Hot House Magazine awarded the band New York City’s “Best Ensemble of the Year” award and the New York City Jazz Record “Best Latin Jazz Album.”

The band has successfully developed and consolidated a thriving “scene” around Afro-Peruvian jazz music. The Latin Jazz Network described the band in this way:

“Every once in a while there comes a musician who, when playing his or her chosen instrument, seems to carry within a vital life-force that is irrepressible”

More about HEARD…

Heard is a collective of musicians that bring their skills and passion for world

music, jazz and improvising together to create irresistible grooves set in a wondrous sonic tapestry.

It is the true definition of WORLD JAZZ.

Together for 15 years, their vibrant sound incorporates influences from West Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean and beyond.

Their debut CD Karibu reached #15 on the WorldJazz charts and 2018’s daring Flyway is similarly garnering much critical acclaim.

Heard is a 4 time Eddy Music Awards nominee in the World Music category.

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Energetic & upbeat, Heard will open your ears & hearts..

Now all we need is you!