December 6, 2022 Not So Latin Concerts presents: Hyun Jin Cha Traditional Korean Music

 

December 5, 2022 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts presents: Anthony Dean and Walter Krissel

 

This Monday! Come by to Notsolatin to enjoy this amazing guitar double bill! Anthony Dean and Walter Krissel will take to our stage at 7pm. See you there!

December 4, 2022 9:00PM-1:00AM Sunday Salsa & Bachata Sunday at Morea with Magdaliz & Her Latin Ensemble Crisol

 

Big George & SBS present
Salsa & Bachata Live @Morea every First Sunday of the Month.
This Sunday M.E. studio brings you
Magdaliz and her Latin Ensemble Crisol.
No Cover all night long!!

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 Door Open 9PM
 Live Music - Magdaliz LEC
 DJ Big George in the mix
 Late Night Happy Hour 10-12
 Specialty Cocktails on Tap
 Amazing Ambiance
 Friendliest Dancers
 No Cover
 Dancing til 1:00 am
Morea Philly
110 S. 11st

December 4, 2022 5:30PM Not So Latin Concerts presents: Marcell Bellinger and the Brass Brothers

 

This Sunday!! Join us as we welcome Marcel Bellinger and the Brass Bros. to Notsolatin! This event starts a little earlier than normal at 5:30. See you there!

Stay tuned, its going to be a great week of music here at Notsolatin

1440 W Ritner St Philadelphia Pa

$10 Suggested Donation

December 3, 2022 6:00-9:00PM "Groove": Oluwafemi's Exhibition Opening at iMPeRFeCT Gallery

 

December 3, 2022 4:00-8:00PM Encendido Navideño Kickoff with Los Bomberos de la Calle at Taller Puertorriqueño

 

Encendido Navideño Kickoff on December 3rd, 2022 from 4-8pm

Please join us as we kick off more than a month of festivities with music by Los Bomberos De la Calle . Experience the magic of Christmas in the center of North Philadelphia. Stroll beneath arches of twinkling lights and explore a winter scene of uniquely decorated casitas, or “little houses,” inspired by the jíbaro traditions of the Puerto Rican countryside.

Encendido Navideño will light up North Philadelphia with the Christmas spirit. Save the dates below and keep an eye out for more information:

Dec. 3, 4 – 8 pm: Bring the whole family to opening night for performances by Los Bomberos de la Calle, holiday vendors, Christmas craft tables, and more.

Dec. 10, 4 – 8 pm: Did someone say date night? Learn how to mix the perfect coquito—Puerto Rico’s festive rum cocktail—and brush up on your salsa skills with a dance workshop.

Dec. 16, 6 – 9 pm: Take care of any last-minute holiday errands with the help of Taller’s Christmas elves. Sew a stocking, make some jewelry, design a tote bag, and wrap your gifts.

December 2, 2022 9:00PM Viernes Calientes: Free Latin Dance Party at World Cafe Live

 

Viernes Calientes
Put on your dancing shoes and join us in The Lounge for our free First Friday series, Viernes Calientes. Get ready to drink, dine, and dance the night away with live music from Philly fusion band De Tierra Caliente. Salsa, Merengue, Reggae, Samba, Chacha, Bolero, Rumba, Funk… this dance party knows no borders.

De Tierra Caliente
De Tierra Caliente is a 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.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 02, 2022

Doors: 6pm | Show: 9pm

The Lounge at World Cafe Live

3025 Walnut St.

Philadelphia, PA

Admission is FREE! RSVP is not required and does not guarantee entry. To make a reservation and guarantee a seat, click here or call 215-222-1400.

The Lounge is a full-service restaurant & bar that opens at 6pm – check out our dinner menu here.

November 29, 2022 8:00-10:30PM Nightlife at the Kimmel: People of Earth feat. Victor Pablo with Flaco's Dance Factory

 

People of Earth is a global music collective set on blurring the barriers between the great art forms of the terrestrial sphere, creating an explosive blend of the music of Cuba, Puerto Rico, Brazil and beyond. The world class musicians who make up this collective represent more than 8 different nationalities and have played with a vast range of artists from Gloria Estefan to Ruben Blades to the New York Philharmonic and more.

Marck “Flaco” Best has been teaching popular forms of cultural social dance since 1997, with a particular focus on those rhythms that allow him to embrace his Cuban heritage. He is a tenured instructor with the Mt. Airy Learning Tree. After being trained by Monsieur Pierre Dulaine in his method, Flaco became one of the original teaching artists for Dancing Classrooms Philly, sister to the program in New York City used in the film Mad Hot Ballroom. Maestro Flaco continues to teach, perform, and choreograph, while conducting residencies in our schools to help ensure that future generations of dancers get the exposure, inspiration, and examples they need to empower them to make the choice to become professional artists.

Commonwealth Plaza

Inside the Kimmel Center

300 S Broad St

Philadelphia, PA 19102

Free admission

November 27, 2022 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Reunion Night with Dariel and Arturo

 

Dariel is back!!!! Come join us this Sunday for a very special Notsolatin as we give Dariel a huge welcome home along with the rest of the Notsolatin family! He’ll be joined by Arturo, Patricio and Sam for a an amazing night of music.

Starts at 7pm

$10 Suggested donation

1440 W Ritner St, Phila PA

November 26 & 27, 2022 Kùlú Mèlé African Dance & Drum Ensemble presents: Rite of Passage - An African Ballet

 

Kùlú Mèlé African Dance & Drum Ensemble celebrates its 53rd Anniversary with the presentation of “Rite of Passage -- An African Ballet” celebrating a boy’s emergence into manhood

Time: Nov 26th and Nov 27th @ Performance Garage, 1515 Brandywine Street, Philadelphia.

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Presented by PNC Arts Alive, the production will be presented in THREE shows, 7:00PM, Saturday, November 26, and 2:00PM and 5:30PM, Sunday, November 27. Founded in 1969 by the late Baba Robert “Ibikunle” Crowder, Kùlú Mèlé is the oldest continually-performing African dance and drum ensemble in the nation. Due to the pandemic, this is the first in-person anniversary performance since its sold-out 50th Anniversary celebration in 2019.

Kùlú Mèlé attracts diverse audiences of all ages, and is about educating the public and passing African Diaspora culture to the next generation. Several students from Omo Kulu Mele , the CHILDREN ENSEMBLE, ARE ALSO PART OF THE CAST. “Mama Dottie” and husband, Music Director Baba John “Wilk” Wilkie, who have been with Kùlú Mèlé since 1971, now welcome their daughter Fasina Wilkie, also a dancer, as the new executive director of the renowned ensemble.

Tickets for Sat, November 26, 7:00PM

Tickets for Sun, November 27, 2:00PM

Tickets for Sun, November 27, 5:30PM

$30 adults, $20 children under 12 + fee for all shows

Performance Garage 1515 Brandywine Street Philadelphia, PA 19130

November 25, 2022 8:00PM iMPeRFeCT Gallery's Friendsgiving Rumba Potluck

 

FRIENDSGIVING

RUMBA POTLUCK

 

Friday, Nov 25, 2022
8pm
 

iMPeRFeCT Gallery wishes you a grand time with your loved ones this Thanksgiving, feel the love and the gratefulness for everything you have!!

When you're done with your celebrations at home, join us at our Friendsgiving Rumba Potluck, this Friday, Nov. 25 (8pm). Yup, the night after Thanksgiving, great opportunity to share love with friends!

A night to celebrate the family/community of rumba lovers we've all created, celebrate our love for this tradition and share whatever everyone brings. We'll make a turkey, plus a tray of Nigerian rice, we welcome anything else 🤩. As always, any drinks are also very appreciated. Come listen to the drums sing, get in the circle, feel them in your chest!

Let’s steam up the windows!!!
❤️ Renny & Rocio 

iMPeRFeCT Gallery  To Give Art a Voice  *  To Facilitate  *  To Engage in the Conversation 5539 Germantown Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19144

November 23, 2022 8:00PM Jah People with Junior Marvin & The Philly Reggae All Stars at World Cafe Live

 

Jah People

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Jah People is an American roots reggae band from Philadelphia, PA. Founded in 2012, Jah People began primarily as a cover band performing classic reggae hits from Bob Marley The group grew a local interest by embodying Marley's message of love and spirituality, with a blend of musicality to meld funk, rock, reggae, and soul influences. Jah People released Their debut album Rising High"

In 2016, Jah People was awarded Best in the "World Music" category of the PHL Live music competition sponsored by Philadelphia City Councilman David Oh. They have opened four times for Bob Marley's touring collective, The Wailers, UB40, Jesse Royal, Tarrus Riley, Junior Marvin and has collaborations and/or recordings with rapper Freeway, Nigel Hall from The band Lettuce and American Idol runner up, Justin Guarini.

Junior Marvin

In February, 1977, Julian Junior Marvin was invited to join Bob Marley & The Wailers. The rest is history. The acclaimed Exodus LP became Julian Junior’s debut with Bob Marley & The Wailers. In 1999, Time Magazine declared Exodus Album Of The Century, while “One Love” was named Song of the Millennium in 2000. Julian Junior Marvin was lead guitarist and musical contributor on all subsequent Bob Marley & the Wailers albums, and toured worldwide with the Wailers until Bob’s passing in 1981.

Since then, Julian Junior has released four CDs with The Wailers Band: ID, Majestic Warriors, Jah Message and My Friends (Live),as well as numerous solo projects. In 2002, Julian Junior was included in Guitar World Magazine’s “Top 100 Guitarists of All Time” for his guitar solo on “Africa Unite” from the Bob Marley & the Wailers Survival album.

The Philly Reggae All-Stars

The Philly Reggae All-Stars are an 11-piece collective of musicians that have been playing reggae/ska music in various bands throughout the Philadelphia/New Jersey/Tri-State area over the past 20 years.  The members first joined forces to re-create and present Aswad’s “Live & Direct” LP as part of local support for Burning Spear’s “Fan Appreciation” Tour at the Theatre of the Living Arts on August 6, 2022.  Uniting for this project was for many members of the group - the first return to performing live reggae music in over 2 long pandemic-stricken years - and was a resounding success.  The group is looking forward to the future and hopes to continue in more projects and collaborations – both on stage and in the recording studio.  The All-Stars consist of:  Wesley Rast (Drums), Madison Rast (Bass), Sean McPhillips (Piano), Adam Flicker (Organ); Dave Segal (Lead Guitar); Adam Hershberger (Trumpet); David Fishkin (Saxophone), Cary Hyatt (Trombone), Ben Bean (Lead & Harmony Vocals), Scott Paynter (Lead & Harmony Vocals) and Dan Poruban (Rhythm Guitar, Lead & Harmony Vocals).

Doors open 7:00PM  Music at 8:00PM

Tickets: $15 - $27 + fee

World Cafe Live

3025 Walnut St.

Philadelphia, PA

November 23, 2022 4:00PM Happy Hour Sessions at the Kimmel: Raul y su ClaveAché with Flaco's Dance Factory

 

Raul y su ClaveAché is a Cuban music group created by Raul Cisneros, a renowned British Cuban percussionist, producer, and composer with more than 20 years of performance experience. ClaveAché aims to represent, preserve and promote the essence of Cuban music. Audiences have been captivated by the group’s energetic performances and authentic Cuban sounds ranging from traditional melodies to original compositions by Raul.

Marck “Flaco” Best has been teaching popular forms of cultural social dance since 1997, with a particular focus on those rhythms that allow him to embrace his Cuban heritage. He is a tenured instructor with the Mt. Airy Learning Tree. After being trained by Monsieur Pierre Dulaine in his method, Flaco became one of the original teaching artists for Dancing Classrooms Philly, sister to the program in New York City used in the film Mad Hot Ballroom. Maestro Flaco continues to teach, perform, and choreograph, while conducting residencies in our schools to help ensure that future generations of dancers get the exposure, inspiration, and examples they need to empower them to make the choice to become professional artists.

Commonwealth Plaza

Inside the Kimmel Center

300 S Broad St

Philadelphia, PA 19102

Free admission

November 20th, 2022 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts presents Wack Cheddar

 

November 19, 2022 9:30AM-2:00PM The Pride of Sheeba: Woman Warrior Day

 

Join the Historical African Martial Arts Association in a day long seminar of the martial traditions of Africa and the diaspora in celebration of the skilled and courageous women of the HAMA community.

This event will include:

• Afro Cuban style Ogun sword dance classes by Cachet Ivey
• Hausa spear workshop by DaMon Stith of Austin Warrior Arts
• Brazilian Makulele by Contramesta Amazonas of Grupo Liberdade de Capoeira
• African stick fighting by Damon 'Osa' Cunningham of Akoben Warrior Group
• Special cutting demonstrations by Fancheste Bae Walker
• Live Music by Troupe DaDa

Tickets $25 in person/$10 virtual

Location

Lonnie Young Recreation Center 1100 East Chelten Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19138

November 19, 2022 8:00PM Lady Alma with Vertical Current at World Cafe Live

 

Tickets: $17-$27 in advance + fee

The Music Hall at World Cafe Live

3025 Walnut St.

Philadelphia, Pa

November 17, 2022 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts presents the Not So Latin Jam with Host Chelsea Reed

 

Introducing a brand new series here at NSL! We’re inviting everyone to come out to the Notsolatin Jam this Thursday at 7pm with our fearless host, Chelsea Reed! Chelsea will open the night up with a set then the floor is open for everyone to join in.

Vocalists welcome!!

1440 W Ritner St. Philadelphia PA

November 15, 2022 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Chris Oatts Nonet featuring Kat Siciliano

 

November 14, 2022 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Drifting Giants

 

November 13, 2022 4:00PM Artcinia presents Patricio Acevedo and Friends: A Musical Tour of South America

 

Join Patricio and Friends for a program featuring the diverse rhythms and textures of traditional folk and popular music from Brazil, Venezuela, Chile, and other Latin countries. See you in the Lower Church and be energized and inspired by tango, samba and joropos, and more!

Music in Your Neighborhood by Artcinia

Patricio Acevedo holds a music theory and analysis degree from the University of Chile. He studied classical guitar at the Santiago Music Academy in Chile and conducting with Genaro Burgos. Mr. Acevedo was Burgos’ assistant conductor to the youth orchestra of the University of Chile for three years. Mr. Acevedo taught classical guitar and music theory, co-produced, composed music, and acted in numerous plays for children. He has been living in the US since 1991, where he has been a full-time music teacher. In Philadelphia, Mr. Acevedo studied with Martin Knoblauch and acted as his assistant conductor for the Chestnut Hill Community Orchestra. Currently, he teaches at the Creative Arts High School in Camden, where he formed a student-led Brazilian ensemble, the first string orchestra in Camden, and the first symphonic orchestra in the school district in more than 30 years. Mr. Acevedo is a founding member of such ensembles as the Chilean group Páramo (Latin American songs), Alô Brasil (Brazilian traditional music), and Pagode Project (Brazilian fusion), as well as the Notsolatin Concert Series. He has also performed in the Pennsylvania Ballet’s production of Don Quixote. Mr. Acevedo just finished his first solo album (coming out soon). He is a guitarist, singer, percussionist, composer, and arranger specializing in Latin American string instruments such as the Andean Charango, the Venezuelan Cuatro, Colombian Tiple and Brazilian Cavaquinho.

Location

Epiphany of Our Lord Parish

1121 Jackson Street

#1

Philadelphia, PA 19148

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 Tickets: $10 + $2.24 fee

November 12, 2022 9:00PM-12:30AM Youba Cissokho Kora Music at Dahlak Paradise

 

November 12, 2022 8:30-11:00PM Ryan Tennis & Francis Mbappe at The Lounge at World Cafe Live

 

Ryan Tennis and his group join forces with Cameroonian master Francis Mbappe and his band for an unforgettable night of world music, folk, funk, jazz, and soul!

Hailing from Philadelphia, America’s City of Brotherly Love, Ryan Tennis’ music is all about dismantling boundaries and bringing people together. Genre-defiant by nature and with diversity at its core, his rousing songs are infused with the rhythms from the many countries he’s visited during his extensive tours. While his performances are dynamic and danceable, Tennis’ voice and songs have a disarming sweetness that lowers your defenses and lets you breathe easy.
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A native of Cameroon, Francis Mbappe is an unstoppable natural musician and gifted producer who past collaborations include musical greats such as Herbie Hancock, Manu Dibango, Fela Kuti, Ashanti Tokoto, Peter Gabriel, Youssou Ndour, Salif Keita, and King Sunny Ade.

Tickets: $20 + fee

Doors at 6:00PM, show at 8:30PM

The Lounge at World Cafe Live

3025 Walnut St.

Philadelphia, PA

November 11 & 12, 19, December 2 ,2022 The Outsiders Improvised & Creative Music Festival

 

The 2022 Outsiders fest begins with a  kick off party on November 11 & 12 at South , 600 N. Broad ST , 19130, Friday Nov 11 Coltrane Configurations: Jamaaladeen Tacuma,bass; Odean Pope, Sax; Marlon Mosez Merritt; Nazir Ebo, drums; June Lopez electronics. Saturday Nov 12 Jamaaladeen Tacuma Quartet: Jamaaladeen Tacuma, bass; James Carter, Sax; Calvin Weston, drums; Jake Morelli, electric guitar. Two  sets of music each night at 7 pm and 9:30pm, admission is $40 tickets are available online at www.southjazzkitchen.com. (215) 600-0220. 

 

On November 19 at Painted Bride Art Center 5212 market St. Phila. PA 19139, the fest continues with Outsiders Improvised & Creative Music Festival Explores the Metaverse: This in-person event will be livestreamed into virtual reality via The Ropeadope Lounge (TRL), featuring a film screening of “Battle of Images; a tribute To Paul Robeson”  and a live musical performance by “Strings & Things” Jamaaladeen Tacuma, bass; Mary Halvorson, guitar and Tomas Fujiwara, drums.  

 

This unique presentation joins the world of live music with the VR world of attendees around the world. The full live performance and film screening will be broadcast into VR for avatars to watch, and the VR world will be beamed back to the Clef Club on their movie screen. Following the performance, there will be an afterparty in VR, where fans can chat with the musicians and each other. 

 

Admission for the in person event is $25 in person tickets , $20 Media Stream VR Pass are available online through Eventbrite  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/429792148887 

 The Outsiders Improvised & Creative Music Festival concludes with a grand finale on Dec 2 at the Community Educations Center (CEC), 3500 Chestnut St, 19104. “Power to The Poet”  a tribute to poet and activist Jayne Cortez , featuring poets  Ursula Rucker, Patrick Rosal, Raphael Xavier and Pheralyn Dove. Musical lineup: Tim Motzer guitar and Jamaaladeen Tacuma’s  Band of Resistance. 

The Doors at 6:30 and the event starts at 7 pm. 

Admission is $25 and tickets are available  at https://Outsiders-fest-2022-power-to-the-poets.eventbrite.com

 

November 10, 2022 8:00PM Gloria Trevi Isla Divina Tour at The Fillmore Philadelphia

 

NOVEMBER 10

• SHOW8:00PM
• TICKET PRICE(S)$87.50 to $97.50