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SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month: Taco Literacy
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month join us for a discussion with Dr. Steven Alvarez. Dr. Alvarez will share his story of growing up as the son of Mexican immigrants\, and how those rich culinary traditions shaped his life and work. Through the lens of “Taco Literacy\,” he explores how food tells powerful stories about culture\, identity\, history\, and community. Everyone is welcome to join!
URL:https://jacksonheightsinsider.com/event/hispanic-heritage-month-taco-literacy/
LOCATION:Queens Public Library at Jackson Heights\, 35-51 81st Street\, Queens\, NY 11372\, Queens\, NY\, 11372\, US
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SUMMARY:CeeKay Brown
DESCRIPTION:CeeKay Brown is a Gen Z half-French half-American one liner and storytelling comedian based out of Washington DC and Barcelona. CeeKay has opened and/or featured for Morgan Jay\, Andy Huggins (tour support)\, Wyatt Feegrado (tour support)\, Tina Friml (tour support)\, Steve Hofstetter\, Reece Kidd\, Jenny Tian\, Victor Patrascan\, Dragoș G\, Rogier Bak\, Nataly Aukar\, Michelle Wolf\, Benny Feldman\, Dima Watermelon\, Denah Divah\, Serine Ayari and more. Fresh from the Barcelona Fringe Festival and the Antwerp Mad Goat Festival\, CeeKay just finished the US and European tours of her new solo show “Thirsty” and is going to the Edinburgh Fringe.
URL:https://jacksonheightsinsider.com/event/ceekay-brown/
LOCATION:Grove 34 Comedy Club\, 31-83 34th St\, Astoria\, NY 11106\, USA
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SUMMARY:Manuel Valera Trio – Modern Cuban Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Experience modern jazz inspired by Cuban sounds with Manuel Valera Trio. Drawing from the legacy of iconic Cuban artists\, the trio delivers an energetic and expressive performance where contemporary jazz language meets Afro-Cuban rhythmic sensibility. \n7:30 pm to 8:30 pm(First Set) \n9:00 pm to 10:00 pm(Second Set) \nAdmission:  $20 Cover Charge for Mezzanine Seating. \nFeaturing: \n\n\nHamish Smith – Bass \n\n\nEJ Strickland – Drums \n\n\nManuel Valera – Piano\, Arrangements & Compositions \n\n\nAbout Manuel Valera Trio: \nManuel Valera Trio is a project deeply influenced by the experiments of Cuban artists from the 70s and 80s. While inspired by artists Irakere\, Emiliano Salvador and AfroCuba\, this working band creates a unique and distinctive style that mixes elements of Jazz\, R&B\, fusion and funk with Cuban music styles. \nAbout Manuel Valera: \nBorn and raised in Havana\, Cuba\, Manuel Valera\, now based in New York City\, is a Grammy-nominated artist\, pianist\, and composer. Since his arrival in NYC\, Valera has earned significant recognition in the modern jazz arena. He’s lent his exceptional talents as both a pianist and composer to a slew of notable artists including Arturo Sandoval\, Paquito D’Rivera\, Brian Lynch\, and many more. \nLeading his band\, “Manuel Valera and the New Cuban Express\,” Valera’s work is profoundly influenced by Cuban artists of the 70s and 80s. His unique style seamlessly integrates elements of Jazz\, R&B\, fusion\, and funk with Cuban music\, drawing inspiration from iconic figures like Irakere and Emiliano Salvador. \nWith “Expectativas” (MAVO 2013) marking his seventh recording as a leader\, Valera’s accolades include a Grammy nomination in 2013 for “New Cuban Express” (MAVO 2012) in the Best Latin Jazz Album category. His vast discography includes critically acclaimed albums such as “Forma Nueva” (MAVO 2004) and “Melancolia” (MAVO 2006). \nOver his illustrious career\, Valera has received numerous grants for composition\, including from Chamber Music America’s New Jazz Works and the ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Award. His performances span the globe\, with shows in over 30 countries at some of the world’s premier venues and festivals.
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LOCATION:Terraza 7\, 40-19 Gleane St\, Elmhurst\, NY 11373\, USA
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