Stanford Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble – Winter Concert

Date and Time
Saturday March 9th, 2024
7:30 - 9:00pm
Location
Dinkelspiel Auditorium
471 Lagunita Drive, Stanford, CA 94305
About this event

Fort his concert, the Stanford Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble is super excited to be sharing the stage with the legendary pianist/composer/bandleader Oscar Hernandez! Mr. Hernandez is the recipient of four Grammy awards for his work in the Latin jazz and Salsa music scene. He is the leader and founder of the Spanish Harlem Orchestra, which is widely regarded as one of the best performing groups of its kind in the world. Mr. Hernandez has prepared several songs and arrangements specifically for the evening's program, and he will be playing with and directing the ensemble.

Don't miss this special event! Get your tickets early.

Oscar is an icon in the world of Latin Jazz. His career as a professional began in the 70’s performing and recording with Ismael Miranda, Ray Barreto, Celia Cruz, and Conjunto Libre. Oscar was responsible for charting the musical course of the Rubén Blades Band, “Seis Del Solar”. He has been the director and conductor for several Broadway musicals such as Paul Simon's "Capeman" and Gloria Estevan's "On You Feet". In addition, he has released 3 CD's as a solo artist, Oscar Hernández & Alma Libre, the most recent of which is "Visión" on his on label, Ovation Records.

Admission Information

  • General – $23| Seniors (65+) and Non-Stanford Students – $18
  • FREE admission for Stanford University students. One ticket per ID, available beginning one hour prior to curtain at the venue.
  • Note that Stanford University guidelines now state that masks are no longer required, but are strongly recommended. We encourage you to continue wearing masks for the comfort of our patrons, staff, and artists. Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is no longer required.
Event Sponsor
Department of Music