Thursday, November 30, 2017

December 6, 2017 6:30-8:00PM Noche de Paz Parranda at Taller Puertorriqueño

Taller Puertorriqueño invites you to join us for our Noche de Paz (Silent Night) Parranda and support Taller, its programs, and our community. We will welcome supporters and community members for en evening of music, food, and fellowship to lift our spirits in holiday celebration during these difficult times.

Many of us have experienced anxiety and uncertainty about the wellbeing of family, friends, and neighbors following recent disasters, from earthquakes in Mexico, to hurricanes in the gulf and the Caribbean, to wildfires on the West Coast. In the case of Puerto Rico, limited access to direct communication with loved ones combined with disturbing images of devastation and the lack of basic items for survival have made this a particularly difficult time for our community.

In response to these concerns, Taller has partnered with other Latino community leaders and organizations to form Unidos PA’PR, dedicated to raising money, coordinating services and providing desperately needed essentials. While addressing these growing crises, Taller has continued to provide programming and events for people in our community and across the region. As we approach the end of this difficult year, we hope you can join us for this especially meaningful event: our Noche de Paz Parranda.

Date & Time: Wednesday, December 6, 2017, 6:30–8 pm

Admission: $20/person (includes food + 1 drink)

Location: El Corazon Cultural Center, 2600 N. 5th St.

Featuring:
Food and beverages
50/50 raffle (half of the proceeds will go to Unidos PA’PR for hurricane relief)
Opportunity to donate directly to Unidos PA’PR for hurricane relief
Holiday sale at the Julia de Burgos Shop
Networking
Share in our Noche de Paz, when we come together for traditional song and bring the spirit of the season and a message of light, healing, and hope to our community!

Wednesday, November 29, 2017

December 5, 2017 7:30-9:30PM Rumba and Orichas Dance Classes with Gilset Mora

Join us for rumba and Orichas classes with master choreographer from Havana, Cuba - Gilset Mora. Both classes are open level, and will be beneficial for dancers of all styles. You will not only learn rumba guaguanco y yambu, and danzas de los Orichas, but improve your musicality and body isolation as well.

Ladies, bring long / wide skirts or shawls / scarves. Orichas class is usually happening to live bata drumming and chanting, dancing barefoot.

Schedule:
7:30-8:30 PM - rumba
8:30-9:30 PM - Orichas

Cost: $12 per class ($24 total)
Paid by cash or Venmo to the instructor after the class

Location: Headlong Studios, rear studio
The studio is located on the corner of Broad & Federal, right next to "Ellsworth-Federal" subway station (orange line). There is plenty of street parking available. If the door is locked, please ring the "rear studio" doorbell.

Headlong - 1170 South Broad St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19146
Vamos a rumbear!!

December 5, 2017 6:30PM Daniel de Jesús in Concert at Moore College of Art

Daniel de Jesús will be performing and producing a live concert on film at Moore College of Art & Design Tuesday December 5. Join him and be part of this film.
No cover
Moore College of Art and Design
20th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Monday, November 27, 2017

December 3, 2017 1:00-6:00PM Magdaliz & Her Latin Ensemble Crisol Performing Sal & Dulce

Sunday, December 3rd, 2017
Magdaliz and Her Latin Ensemble Crisol performing for the
Latin American Xmas Festival
“Sal y Dulce” (Salt and Sweet)
sponsored by “Acción Colombia”

Festival is from 1:00pm - 6:00pm
1337 E. Hunting Park Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19124

December 3, 2017 7:30PM Crossroads Concerts: INNOV GRAWA Devotional Music from Morocco

Innov Grawa: Devotional Music from Morocco

Innov Gnawa is a young musical collective dedicated to exploring Morocco’s venerable gnawa music tradition in the heart of New York City. Formed in the summer of 2014 by Moroccan expat Samir LanGus, the group draws on the considerable talents and expertise of Hassan Ben Jaafer, a Maâlem, or master gnawa musician, originally from Fes, Morocco. Under the guidance of Ben Jaafer, Innov has delved deep into the roots and rituals of gnawa music, and made a big splash in NYC, playing some of the city’s most prestigious rooms including Lincoln Center, Music Hall of Williamsburg, Brooklyn Bowl and the storied backroom of Brooklyn’s Barbès.

For the uninitiated, gnawa music is the ritual trance music of Morocco’s black communities, originally descended from slaves and soldiers once brought to Morocco from Northern Mali and Mauritania. Often called “The Moroccan Blues”, gnawa music has a raw, hypnotic power that’s fascinated outsiders as diverse as writer/composer Paul Bowles, jazz giant Randy Weston and rock god Jimi Hendrix. The music is utterly singular, played on an array of unique instruments — from the lute-like sintir that the Maâlem uses to call the tune, to the metal qarqaba (castinets) with which the kouyos (chorus) keep time and pound out clattering, hypnotic rhythms.

Crossroads Concerts
CALVARY CENTER
801 South 48th Street
(at Baltimore Avenue)
Philadelphia, PA 19143

Tickets: $10-$30 sliding scale

December 3, 2017 11:00AM-4:00PM Celebrations Around the World at Penn Museum

The Penn Museum’s international collection of art and artifacts forms the backdrop of this free annual celebration, the Museum’s holiday “gift” to the community. This spirited event features holiday traditions from throughout the year and around the world. Groups from across the region share their cultural heritage through music and dance performances, craft stations, storytelling, and more. The Museum Shop participates with its annual holiday sale! Admission is FREE for all.

SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY

Performances:
11:30 am: Instructional Drum Circle Workshop with acclaimed world-percussionist Joe Tayoun
12:30 pm: Children’s dance performance by performers from Bharatiya Cultural Center
1:00 pm: Storytelling presented by Michele Belluomini of Blue Deer Storytelling
2:00 pm: Instructional Drum Circle Workshop with acclaimed world-percussionist Joe Tayoun
2:30 pm: Musical performance by Penn Flutes
3:30 pm: Daria’s World Music for Children

Other activities:
11:00 am - 4:00 pm: Get hands-on with craft activities for kids and families, and shop for gifts from local vendors
12:00 - 3:00 pm: Visit international and cultural stations to earn stamps for your Passport to Cultures
1:00 - 3:30 pm: Balloon animals by Family Fun Entertainment
1:00 - 3:30 pm: Facepaint by Peanutbutter, Inc.
Free treats for children provided by CxRA (while supplies last)

In the Museum Shop:
All visitors receive 10% off purchases in the Museum Shop on Sunday, December 3. Explore the Museum Shop to find jewelry, clothing and accessories, crafts, games, books, and more from around the world. Don’t miss these special saving opportunities—just in time for the holidays!

PennMusem
3260 South St.
Philadelphia, Pa

December 3, 2017 9:00PM-1:00AM Salsa and Bachata Sundays at Lucha Cartel

Living in Rhythm and Estilo Dance Studio Presents Salsa & Bachata Sundays at Lucha Cartel
Doors open 8:45pm
Salsa lesson by Joe Figueroa 9:15 pm
Dancing until 2am with DJ Joe Figueroa
$5 cover

FREE street parking after 10pm
*Proper ID required

Lucha Cartel
207 Chestnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa

December 3, 2017 1:00-6:00PM Festival Sal Y Dulce


1337 Hunting Park Ave
Philadelphia, Pa

December 3, 2017 4:00-7:00PM Salsa on the Square presents: Parrandas con Trio Renacer

Salsa Presenta Parrandas con Trio Renacer y la musica de los Mejores DJ.Un Ambiente Familiar donde hay los mejores tragos y la cerveza bien fria.Te Esperamos vamos Celebrar la Navidad en Salsa.

Salsa on the Square
2126 E Lehigh Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125-1432, United States

Sunday, November 26, 2017

December 2, 2017 4:30-6:00PM Afro-Brazilian Percussion Class with Dende Macedo

Saturday Class Series with Dende Macedo this Winter: 4 weeks including December 2, 9, 16 and 23. Join master percussionist Dende for the next series of classes in Afro-Brazilian percussion for just $15.

Students will learn to play timbal, caixa, surdo, repique, xequere, tamborim, pandeiro and much more with a former member of Timbalada! Dendê will teach you proper technique, exercises, tuning and maintenance, improvisations and soloing, traditional rhythms from candomble and samba de roda as well as the original rhythms and breaks from bands like Timbalada, Ilê Aiyê and Olodum.

Dendê is a percussionist, singer, composer, bandleader, teacher, and multi-instrumentalist. He’s been a professional musician since the age of 14, when he appeared in the frontline of Timbalada, Carlinhos Brown’s superstar percussion ensemble. With Timbalada, Dendê toured all over Brazil, Europe and Asia, appared on various television shows and has performed and recorded with such artists as Marisa Monte, Gilberto Gil, Carlinhos Brown, Ivete Sangalo and Sepultura. Having left Brazil in 2001, Dendê lived in NYC until 2014 and now lives in Philadelphia, performing and recording with his groups Dendê & Band, Arrastão, Ologundê, and Samba de Três. With these groups he has toured all over the US and Europe. In addition to his own work, he has his performed and recorded with artists such as Dance Brazil, Melvin Gibbs, Graham Haynes, Giovanni Hidalgo, Zakir Hussain, David Byrne and Vinicius Cantuária among many others. Register now to reserve your instrument.

Email mamadele@mamadele.com with questions.

Wissahickon Dance Academy
38 E. School House Lane
Philadelphia, Pa 19144
$15.

December 2, 2017 8:00PM - 2:00AM Mambo 7 at Isla Verde Cafe

Let's Get Out and Celebrate In True Salsa Style!
This Week at Isla Verde Cafe experience the HIGH energy & sophisticated crowd enjoying the BEST Salsa Music by Hipolito DjPoli Maldonado

LIVE Band Mambo 7

*Drinks Specials
*BEST Tapas in town


Isla Verde Cafe
2725 N. American St.
Phila, PA 19133

Saturday, November 25, 2017

December 1 , 2017 8:00PM Havana Nights: A Celebration of Cuban Music & Food with music by Conjunto Philadelphia at World Cafe Live Philadelphia - Upstairs

Join us for our monthly Cuban music & food series, which features authentic Cuban cuisine, cocktails, and music courtesy of Philly's most exciting Cuban band, Conjunto! The night is FREE to attend w/ a variety of food and drink specials. A perfect date night or just a night out with friends. Call to reserve your table today.

Conjunto Philadelphia is a musical ensemble based in the Philadelphia area performing the music of Pre-Revolutionary Cuba. The group's main aspiration is to maintain the authenticity of the music while performing it in a way that pays homage to Cuba's deep and treasured musical history. Genres include Son, Cha-cha-chá, Bolero, and Danzón.

World Cafe Live - Upstairs
3025 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa
(215) 222-1400

December 1, 2017 8:00-10:30PM De Tierra Caliente in Concert at James Michener Museum - Doyletown

Friday Night Band Jam returns to the Michener!
8:00 - 10:30pm

The Michener is diversifying its music offerings! Enjoy a night out with art and live music featuring some of our region’s favorite bands of rock and roll, blues, folk, soul, Latin, and more!

De Tierra Caliente
Friday, December 1, 8 – 10:30 pm
$20 member / $25 non-member, includes Museum admission.

Galleries are open from 7:30 until 10 pm. Concert starts at 8, one intermission.
Advance registration required. Unreserved table seating first come-first served.
Cash bar. Snacks provided.

A Latin party band whose music fills the air with bright colors and gets everybody up and dancing! Catchy melodies and unaffected lyrics fuse with Latin, Caribbean and Brazilian rhythms to inspire an irresistible North/South American party. Since its formation in 2014, this flavorful group from Philadelphia and Puerto Rico has released 2 full-length albums and played over 125 shows in cities throughout the US, Colombia, Brazil and Puerto Rico. De Tierra Caliente delivers the savor, spice and alegría of warm-weather countries to American audiences, where formidable winters and nose-to-the-grindstone work ethic sometimes overshadow simple pleasures like sharing a meal with friends or going out dancing. At a show you can't help but heat up as intoxicating songs in Spanish, English and Portuguese sing out the bright colors and familial warmth of a South American kitchen.

James A. Michener Art Museum
138 S Pine St, Doylestown, Pennsylvania 18901

December 1, 2017 4:00-5:00PM Kulu Mele Show at Holy Family University

Come see Kulu Mele perform live this Friday, December 1st, at 4:00 p.m. at Holy Family University, 9801 Frankford Ave. in NE Philly. Tickets are only $12. We hope to see you there!

December 1, 2017 8:00 and 10:00PM PAPO VAZQUEZ QUARTET - CD RELEASE PARTY at SOUTH

SOUTH CELEBRATES J. MICHAEL HARRISON & THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BRIDGE
NEA Latino Master Papo Vazquez is a visionary composer, trombonist, singer, and percussionist whose eclectic output includes jazz, Afro-Caribbean, classical, and a wide spectrum of Latin music – sometimes performed individually, and sometimes in combination. This diverse, often theatrical repertoire is brought to life by the Mighty Pirates Troubadours band, which masterfully navigates Vazquez’ journey through Latin dance grooves, extended jazz improvisations, and slow, lushly orchestrated passages.

SHOWTIMES
8:00pm & 10:00pm/ $15

WHERE
600 North Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19130
Tickets: $15.

Thursday, November 23, 2017

November 24, 2017 8:00PM World PHL Live Center Stage


World Cafe Live Philadelphia - Upstairs
3025 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA, 19104
$5 cash at the door
Doors open at 7:30PM

Wednesday, November 22, 2017

November 28, 2017 Giving Tuesday for Philly Drum Project's Rhythm Sessions

#GivingTuesday for Rhythm Sessions

Philly Drum Project is dedicated to making drumming more accessible in the Philadelphia region by helping those in our community share knowledge, beats, and gear. We're teaming up with our members, artists, and friends to expand music education accessible in Philadelphia. Whose team are you on? Choose from the Perk list on the right. Your $10 gift will make a huge impact on our community!

We're participating in #GivingTuesday to relaunch our Re-Drum Rhythm Sessions - free community center group drum lessons! In 2015, you helped us fund the pilot program of Re-Drum Rhythm Sessions, to refurbish 2 unwanted drumsets and provide them to the community for weekly group drum lessons for the community. Students learn about the role of the drumset in rock, jazz, reggae, and hip hop, and have had a safe community to get involved with after school once a week. The class also focuses on peer mentorship, as older, more experienced players help the younger players. It's an important program to make sure that everyone in Philly has access to quality musical education and instruments.

We need to raise $2000 in just one day! We need YOU to join a #team and give just $10 to help support Rhythm Sessions by running another program in North Philly AND add a second location in West Philly! That's why your donation of 10 bucks makes a huge difference in making sure that students in the city have the resources to learn drums, regardless of their experience or financial background. Help us make a difference!

*Thanks to our fiscal sponsor, CultureTrust Philadelphia, your donation is now tax-deductible!
To donate, click on this link, and claim the perk for #TeamLasswell. Any size donation is greatly appreciated!

November 28, 2017 7:00-9:00PM Producers' Forum: Gurumbé Afro-Andalusian Memories

directed by M. Ángel Rosales (Spain/Mexico/Portugal/Senegal, 2016, 72 min) Spanish with English subtitles

MIGUEL ANGEL ROSALES IN PERSON

Today Europe’s southern borders are shielded with barbed wire and fences, but once a trade flourished here that forcibly kidnapped thousands of African men and women into exile and exploitation. Giving voice to its Afro Andalusian memories, Gurumbé leads us to question Spanish identity, reminding us that África is weaved into its fabric.
Miguel Ángel Rosales is an Andalusian anthropologist and documentary filmmaker. His contact with cinema began at a very young age following his father across the South of Spain projecting films in local cinemas. Miguel Angel studied at the Conservatory of Music in Granada and later directed musical, theatrical and audiovisual projects. In 2004 he began his first projects as a documentary film maker. Gurumbé is Miguel’s his first feature film.

Preceded by Ione Nash – Her Life, Her Art (2013, 23 mins) by Arthur Hall Afro-American Dance Ensemble Alumni. A pioneer in the Dance Arts, Ione Nash has made a significant contribution to African dance in Philadelphia and the US through her belief that passionate expression of feeling is at the heart of great dance. A production of Scribe Video Center’s Community Visions.

THIS SCREENING IS PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TALLER PUERTORRIQUENO

at Taller Puertorriqueño, 2600 N. 5th St Philadelphia, PA 19133
Tickets: $10, $8 Students/Seniors, $5 Scribe and Taller Puertorriqueño members


Monday, November 20, 2017

November 26, 2017 7:00-8:30PM Rafael Ponde and Friends at the Boom Room

From Rafael Ponde:
Hi Friends and fans from Philadelphia.

I am very glad to let you know that I will be performing and also recording my next musical project here in Fishtown, Philadelphia. The event is gonna be hosted in the beautiful Boom Room, a very nice place in my neighborhood, Fishtown. I am also proud to announce that I am gonna have the amazing musicians Rob Curto, Andy Meyers, Brahm Genzlinger and Dende as members of the band.We gonna play lots of Samba, Forró, Reggae and cover songs for you.

The big news is that its gonna be possible to have you as my special guest witnessing all the recording process! But the place only fits 50 people so buy your ticket in advance! We guarantee that you gonna be a part of something very special and also you gonna be helping to fund this project.
Tickets: $10 + $1.24 fee
Link to buy ticket in advance

The Boom Room
1300 North Front St.
Philadelphia, Pa 19122

https://www.facebook.com/rafael.ponde/videos/1323224437789766/

Saturday, November 18, 2017

November 24, 2017 8:00PM Music of the Americas at Mt. Airy Violins and Bows

MUSIC OF THE AMERICAS
Mount Airy Violins & Bows presents:
 Vicente Castaneda (guitar, vocals)
 Jim Hamilton (percussion)
 Rob Sanders (violin)
Friday, November 24
8 pm - $15
Mount Airy Violins & Bows
6665 Germantown Ave.
Philadelphia 19119
RSVP: MountAiryViolins@gmail.com
About The Show:
Enjoy a rare Philadelphia appearance of our friend Vicente Castaneda – a great singer, guitarist and composer. Join us if you can for a night of music of the Americas and original compositions.
Tickets are $15. All proceeds go to the artists.

November 24, 2017 7:30-10:00PM Jonifin Marvin and The Philly Reggae Band at World Cafe Live

Turkey day special for the massive and crew... Join Jonifin Marvin and PRB at WCL for the PHL Center Stage Live World music genre showcase. Local Philly artist will be playing there best songs and laying it all down for the chance to be considered number one in their category.

We would love for our friends and fans to join us on this evening to support The Supreme Reggae Team. We're putting together an awesome set for you that encompasses familiar authentic rhythms and movement. We are ready to earn your vote to be considered Philly's top live reggae band. Hope to see you there... One love.

NO COVER

World Cafe Live
3025 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa

Thursday, November 16, 2017

November 22, 2017 10:00PM-2:00AM DJ + Live Latin Music at Lucha Cartel

The BIGGEST party night of the year
THANKSGIVING EVE 2017
Wednesday, November 22nd, 2017 10pm


NO WORK THE NEXT DAY- NO SCHOOL - NO EXCUSES!!!

NO COVER ALL NIGHT!! - HOUSE MARGARITAS $5

Lucha Cartel
207 Chesnut Street, Philadelphia


Mixing Live DJ Jholi
TOP 40 - LATIN MUSIC AND MORE!!

Tuesday, November 14, 2017

November 20, 2017 8:00-11:00PM La NOCHE: Free Latin Music Dance Party at The Kimmel Center

The Kimmel Center is about to turn up the heat on MONDAY like Philly has never felt before with La NOCHE - a once-a-month FREE LIVE LATIN MUSIC & DANCING event.

The party will get started with the La NOCHE house band and then light up the floor with "Dos Santos: Anti-Beat Orquesta" who will bring their Latin sound with a spicy twist. There will also be a mini dance lesson and music by DJ Kevin Ngo to get your Salsa & Bachata on.

Mark your calendar and please help share this exciting news by sharing, tagging & inviting.

https://www.kimmelcenter.org/events-and-tickets/201718/free/la-noche-oct/

Dos Santos: Anti-Beat Orquesta is a Chicago-based band that rocks the sounds of popular Latin dance genres with psychedelic flare, from Colombian Cumbia to Afro-Caribbean Salsa. Recently voted Chicago's Best Emerging Artist of 2015 by the Deli Magazine's Readers Poll, their gritty and grassroots approach captures the “golden age” of streamlined tight-knit ensembles of the 1970s and 80s that shook sweatbox dance floors with fierce energy all over Latin America—honest dance music with no frills and no fear, anchored by reverb-slathered guitars, Hammond organ, and syncopated percussion.

The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
300 S Broad St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102

Monday, November 13, 2017

November 19, 2017 7:00-10:00PM Musicians' Gathering #23 at Rittenhouse Soundworks

Musicians Gathering # 23
Sunday November 19, 2017
7 pm
featuring
From Brasil: Vocalist Rose Moraes & Friends
rosemoraes.com

Vince Tampio & Sound Plan
Combining Jazz and Rock influences with Electronic Dance Music

Singer/Songwriter
Eleanor Dubinsky w/ guests

eleanordubinsky.com


The Other World Ensemble
Kenny Ulansey (reeds)
Paul Butler (reeds)
Chris Farrell (guitar)
Jim Hamilton (percussion)

Tickets $10/$5 students at the door
Free Parking at the lot next door

www.rittenhousesoundworks.com
rittenhousesoundworks@gmail.com

Rittenhouse Soundworks
219 W. Rittenhouse St.
Philadelphia, Pa

November 19, 2017 7:00-11:00PM Loose Ends featuring Jane Eugene and Urban Guerilla Orchestra

When Loose Ends emerged out of the London soul underground in 1980 with the single “In the Sky,” the group was so far ahead of its time that today, in 2016, its sound is as refreshing and vibrant as ever. Their vibe signaled the dawning of a new age of synthesizer and rhythm machine-driven grooves, channeling the Islands and the lushest, jazziest of soul – as much of a splash down into Caribbean Sea as the Milky Way. With international career defining hits such as “Hanging On A String (Contemplating),” “Choose Me (Rescue Me),” “You Can’t Stop The Rain,” “A Little Spice,” “Slow Down,” “Stay a Little While Child,” “Watching You” and a delicious cover of Philly Soul maestro Dexter Wansel’s “The Sweetest Pain,” Loose Ends defined a refined approach to sexy soulful sounds – from the club floor to the Quiet Storm.
Today, original lead vocalist/songwriter Jane Eugene leads a United States-based edition of Loose Ends that is carrying the blue-flame torch with pride and much success. Under Jane’s leadership, Loose Ends is wowing audiences in several capacities. So relevant yet nostalgic, fluid yet flexible is their sound that Loose Ends is compatible enough to share sold out bills with classic soul legends such as Isley Brothers, Charlie Wilson, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, the Whispers and Parliament-Funkadelic, current hit-makers JOE, Faith Evans and Leelah James, Smooth Jazz wind downs with Roy Ayers, Brian Culbertson and Will Downing, and, of course, their `80s techno-soul peers such as the S.O.S. Band, Midnight Star and Evelyn “Champagne” King. Loose Ends and its infectious international sound sit comfortably in the middle of all these styles and generations. This now classic band in its own right connects the dots to all top-shelf Soul music, creating a vibration that reverberates within a listener with 360 degree intensity..
The Urban Guerilla Orchestra, (home grown products of Philadelphia) also known as “U.G.O.” is a professional R&B sensation. We are a high energy; power packed band, consisting of accomplished musicians with incomparable touring and recording resumes.

We infuse a live concert act to your event and are known for perfection in musical execution and a high quality of musicianship. U.G.O. plays 1970’s party classics to current top of the chart hits, as well as jazz standards, big band/swing, Sinatra and much more. Make no mistake U.G.O is an experience.

The Urban Guerilla Orchestra consists of the following: UGO Horns, Henri McMillian, Jr. (Trumpet), Louis Taylor, Jr. (Saxophone), Don Collins, (Trombone), Rhythm Section, Wendell Sewell (Guitar), Terrence Tyler (Bass), Bryan Williams (Keyboards), Daryl “Kwasi” Burgee (Percussions), Vocalists, Lawrence “Weas” Newton, Na’eemah Harper and Paula Holloway.

U.G.O .was put together for one reason… to bring back soul music the way it is meant to be, with incredible soul stirring performances.

Ardmore Music Hall
23 E. Lancaster Ave
Ardmore, Pa
Tickets: $35 Advance / $40 Day of Show / $45 Reserved

November 19, 2017 7:30PM Crossroads Concerts: Rahim AlHaz Trio: Iraqi Music

RAHIM ALHAJ TRIO
Iraqi oud master with santoor & percussion accompaniment

Rahim AlHaj, virtuoso oud musician and composer, was born in Baghdad, Iraq and began playing the oud (the grandfather of all stringed instruments) at age nine. Early on, it was evident that he had a remarkable talent for playing the oud. Mr. Alhaj studied under the renowned Munir Bashir, considered by many to be the greatest oud player ever, and Salim Abdul Kareem, at the Institute of Music in Baghdad, Iraq. Mr. AlHaj won various awards at the Conservatory and graduated in 1990 with a diploma in composition. He holds a degree in Arabic Literature from Mustunsariya University in Baghdad. In 1991, after the first Gulf War, Mr. AlHaj was forced to leave Iraq due to his activism against the Saddam Hussein regime and began his life in Jordan and Syria. He moved to the US in 2000 as a political refugee and has resided in Albuquerque, NM ever since. In 2015 Rahim was awarded the National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellowship, the highest honor for traditional arts in the USA.

Crossroads Concerts
CALVARY CENTER
801 South 48th Street
(at Baltimore Avenue)
Philadelphia, PA 19143

Tickets: $10-$30 sliding scale

Sunday, November 12, 2017

November 18, 2017 8:00PM-2:00AM Elvis Bonilla at Isla Verde Cafe

Let's Get Out and Celebrate In True Salsa Style!

This Week at Isla Verde Cafe experience the HIGH energy & sophisticated crowd enjoying the BEST Entertainment

Performing LIVE, Elvis Bonilla y Su Orq
DJ Hipolito DjPoli Maldonado playing the BEST Latin music

*Drinks Specials
*BEST Tapas in town
*$10 Cover

Isla Verde Cafe
2725 N. American St.
Phila, PA 19133
(215) 426-3600
Celebrate your Birthday with us!!!

Saturday, November 11, 2017

November 17, 2017 7:00PM-1:00AM Live Concert and Dance Party with La Banda Papo Gely at LaRose

Nov 17
8:00 PM
Salsa Hot Hot Hot
La Rose Jazz Club
Salsa Lesson Maestro Flaco ,
Live Music
Papo Gely Band

LINE UP:
Vince Turnbull - Trumpet
Andrew Pereira - Sax
Andrés Cisneros - Congas
Christian Noguera - Timbal , Bongo
Manuel Arocho - Bass
Papo Gely - Guitars

LaRose Jazz Club
5531 Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, Pa
Tickets: $15 in advance; $20 at the door

November 17, 2017 9:00PM Back to Black: York Street Hustle's Tribute to Amy Winehouse

Back to Black: A Philly Tribute to Amy Winehouse at Underground Arts

Tickets: $15 - $20
Underground Arts
1200 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19123

Novemberr 12: SOLD OUT

November 17, 2017 6:00-10:00PM Germantown Artist Roundtable and Afro-Cuban Rumba at iMPeRFeCT Gallery


The GERMANTOWN ARTIST ROUNDTABLE
invites you to iMPeRFeCT Gallery for a celebratory cocktail hour & to enjoy the amazing work of the current artists on view, JILL SAULL, GARY REED, ALEX MORGAN and CARLITO CRUZ.
Drinks and hordoerves 6-7:30pm
Celebratory toast at 7pm
followed by an Afro-Cuban Rumba at 8pm

iMPeRFeCT Gallery
5539 Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, Pa

November 17, 2017 8:00PM Big Sam's Funky Nation with Darla at Ardmore Music Hall

Noladelic PowerFunk. That’s the sound Big Sam’s Funky Nation have been whipping up for more than a decade. It’s high-energy music that mixes funk, rock & roll, hip-hop, and jazz into the same pot, glueing everything together with the brassy influence — and heavy grooves — of New Orleans.

Darla is an 8-piece progressive funk group from Philadelphia. The band’s sound is a melding of its raw origin in the Philly basement scene and keen compositional focus on feeling the groove. At its core, the Darla sound is driven by a powerful horn section that wields a lyrical and catchy sense of phrasing. Their efforts are matched by a jarring and methodical rhythm section that has been described as ‘Steely Dan with Dave Grohl on drums.'

Doors: 7:30 pm / Show: 8:00 pm
$16 Advance / $20 Day / $26 Reserved

Ardmore Music Hall
23 E. Lancaster Ave
Ardmore, Pa

Wednesday, November 8, 2017

November 14, 2017 9:00PM-2:00AM Lucha LIVE! with Jimmy Jorge and the Latin Express

Join us for a special Latin night featuring LIVE BAND Jimmy Jorge and the Latín Express!

★ Doors open at 9pm
★ Lesson by Mike Andino 9:45pm
★ Music by DJ Philly Boy
★ $7 Cover
★ $5 Margaritas
★ Kitchen open until 11pm

Lucha Cartel
207 Chestnut St.
Philadelphia, Pa

Monday, November 6, 2017

November 12, 2017 2:00-5:00PM Batalá Philadelphia Practice & Recruiting

Join us as Batalá Philadelphia comes to life! We are recruiting for drummers, no experience necessary. Opportunities to play Samba Reggae, learn, grow, perform and travel. Please send a message to confirm your attendance so we can bring a drum for you. Axé!

Pig Iron School
1417 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19122

November 12, 2017 8:00PM La Sombra de Eva with Buddy Roc and the Heartbreak Kids

Sentimiento Muerto fué una banda del rock en Venezuela, formada en la ciudad de Caracas en el año 1983. Con una larga trayectoria y varios discos editados en su haber, está considerada como una de las bandas más populares e influyentes de la escena musical del pais. Su legado se ha traducido en el tributo que venimos a presentarles. Les regalaremos una noche donde pasearemos por los mejores temas de su discografia para recordar esa epoca de oro del mejor rock hecho en Venezuela!
Para mas informacion pueden visitar nuestra página de facebook @la-sombra-de-eva y seguirnos en instagram @lasombradeeva

The Fire
412 West Girard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19123

Tickets: $10 + $1.24 fee

Saturday, November 4, 2017

November 10, 2017 8:30PM Swift Technique: 10 Years of Funk in Philly at Ardmore Music Hall

DJ LOGIC, FUNKY DAWGZ BRASS BAND, SPECIAL GUESTS: KUF KNOTZ&BURNDOWN ALLSTARS, JOHNNY SHOWCASE, DICK RUBIN(MINKA), + CHRIS WOOD (GRIMACE FEDERATION)
Doors: 8:00 pm / Show: 8:30 pm
$10 Advance / $15 Day of Show / $20 Reserved

Ardmore Music Hall
23 E. Lancaster Ave
Ardmore, Pa

Thursday, November 2, 2017

November 8, 2017 7:00-8:00PM Afro-Cuban Dance Technique with Live Drumming

Afro-Cuban Technique class, with live drumming by Omi Itunú!

Wednesday 11/8
7-8pm
Sound Space (2511 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia)
$12

The class is suitable for dancers of all levels.

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Relatively obscure in the United States due to the infamous Cuban embargo, Afro-Cuban Modern dance or "Tecnica Cubana" is a unique blend of North American modern technique (Duncan, Graham, Limón) and European ballet (Ballet Alicia Alonso) with social and sacred Afro-Cuban traditions. The class will start with a warm-up focused on contraction and release techniques and undulation exercises, followed by across-the-floor and choreographed combinations.

Leilani Chirino started dancing at the age of three at the Conservatorio de las Artes de Conchita Espinosa, a Cuban arts academy started in Havana. She later became a principal dancer for the company of Ada Linares, specializing in flamenco, ballet, and modern jazz. In college, she studied Afro-Brazilian and Afro-Cuban modern dance. Afterwards, she worked on incorporating Cuban body movement to her contemporary and modern jazz pieces. She also teaches weekly classes on Cuban social dances, and has taught at various national dance congresses.

Leilani’s focus is on mastering the control and isolation of particular muscles in the body, allowing students to take command of their body movements. This class will help students build confidence and develop a new avenue for self-expression, in addition to improving strength, flexibility, and technique.

November 8, 2017 8:00PM Afro-Taino Productions presents Edna Vazquez Band

AfroTaino Productions presents Edna Vazquez Band
$10.
AfroTaino Productions presents Edna Vazquez Band
The fearless Mexican singer/songwriter/guitarist lands in Philadelphia to perform an intimate concert, up close & personal, for 1 NIGHT ONLY.

Wednesday November 8th, 2017
Doors 7:30PM
Showtime 8PM
A Seed On Diamond Gallery
124 Diamond Street (next to Norris Square Park)
Philadelphia 19122
$10.

All Tickets are Will Call.

Once you have purchased your ticket, you will receive an email confirmation. This is your proof of purchase. You will be asked to show your confirmation before entering the venue, either on your mobile device or printed on a piece of paper.

¡GRACIAS!