Cuban Jazz Dance Party | Fort Langley Community Hall
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Cuban Jazz Dance Party with the Julio Avila Cuban BandLet’s Salsa! A Night of Live Cuban Music, Dance & Fun-Raising Kick off the evening with salsa dance lessons from Timba Cubana Dance School at 7pm then enjoy an unforgettable high-energy performance by Vancouver’s hottest Cuban music powerhouse, the Julio Avila Cuban Band. Enjoy a cash bar, explore our silent auction, and support the Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival in bringing more world-class music, arts, and culture to our community. The Julio Avila Cuban Band Julio Avila Cuban Band is a 10-piece music powerhouse led by bass virtuoso, composer, and lead singer Julio Avila! Born and raised in Cuba in a family of established musicians, Julio first developed a strong bond with the traditional tune, changüí, which has roots in his native Guantanamo. Surrounded by Cuba's vibrant and rich musical heritage, Julio perfected playing his principal instrument, the bass, while also taking on the lead singer, arranger, and composer roles. As a member of the internationally renowned group La Sonora Universal, Julio performed throughout Europe, and with El Grupo Cubano Brisas Del Palmar, he has toured Western Canada since 2005. A resident of Vancouver since 2015, he decided to continue his musical journey here in BC and showcase the unique and abundant musical treasures of his native island. Julio Avila Cuban Band is a musical project born out of sheer passion for performing excellence and for nurturing beautiful Cuban music and culture. The band’s captivating and powerful performances of salsa, son, and bachata… are not to be missed! The Band: Julio Ávila - Director, composer, arranger and lead singer. Ernesto Benitez - Pianist Denis Barzaga - Percussionist Norman García - Percussionist Julio Ávila Jr. - Saxophone, clarinet, flute, keyboards. Isidora Basanovic - Singer Hamilton Feraud - Singer, percussionist Christian Quintero - Trumpet Reinaldo Burgues - Voice, güiro Learn more: www.julioavilacubanband.com Anji Alvarez, Timba Cubana Dance School Angi Alvarez is a passionate dance instructor from Vancouver with Brazilian roots and a deep love for Cuban Salsa. Her dance journey began in 2003, shortly after moving to Canada, when she discovered her passion for salsa. She has refined her skills under the mentorship of internationally renowned Cuban dance artists. As the founder and proud owner of Timba Cubana Dance School, Angi brings over 15 years of experience as a certified Group Fitness instructor to her teaching. She is deeply committed to guiding her students on their dance journey, helping them build confidence, technique, and a true connection to the rhythm. Join Angi on the dance floor and experience the joy, energy, and magic of Salsa Cubana—one step at a time! Learn more: https://www.timbacubanavan.com/
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