Philadelphia Solo Piano Festival Presents Cuban Legend Chuchito Valdes March 21, 2009

Chuchito Valdes. Son of Chucho. Grandson of Bebo. The royal family of Cuban piano music.

Chuchito Valdes performs a rare solo piano festival in the intimate and divine sanctuary at Fleisher Art Memorial. In his youth Chuchito has studied with many Cuban masters, one being his father, the great master Cuban pianist, Chucho Valdés. Following in his father's foosteps, Chuchito is now recognized as a master at Cuban music including Latin Jazz, Mambo, Danzon, Timba and Guaguanco. He has also extensively studied classical music including harmony and composition. When he is not travelling around the world performing, Chuchito lives in Cancun, Mexico where he leads his Afro-Cuban based Latin-Jazz ensemble. His original compositions and arrangements draw on classical harmonic and structural techniques. In his performances, Chuchitos music draws on many styles including Afro-Cuban Latin Jazz, Bebop, Danzon, Cha-Cha-Cha, Son Montuno and much more. Tickets: $30 | Seniors and Students:$20

Tickets and details at 484.560.6319