Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, July 5th, 2009 | 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, July 7th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Angel D´Cuba @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage Ave.)
Tuesday, July 7th, 2009 | 8:00 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Angel in the Solar System, featuring the soulful and dynamic vocals of Angel d'Cuba, have appeared on local television stations WGN Chicago and WTTW Chicago as well as on cable TV's the Food Chanel. In addition they have performed at Chicago's Old Town School of Folk Music, Navy Pier, Hot House, Cafe Laguardia, Rumba, and Fitzgeralds, to name a few.

Orquesta Iluziones @ Jackson Par (MSI)
Wednesday, July 8th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:00 - 9:00 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
Chicago SummerDance In the Parks 2009 presents free Salsa and Cha Cha dance lessons by Urban Vibes and live music by Orquesta Iluziones, performing Latin Salsa.

Music Without Borders presents Lura, Chiwoniso @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park (201 E. Randolph)
Thursday, July 9th, 2009 | 6:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, Millennium Park presents the
fourth year of the popular international music series, Music Without
Borders, featuring traditional folk and pop artists from around the globe.
The series, which consists of eight free concerts at the Jay Pritzker
Pavilion in Millennium Park, features music from South Korea, Morocco,
Peru, Pakistan, Cape Verde and more. Music Without Borders is part of the
City of Chicago’s ongoing celebration of world music. For more
information, call 312.742.1168 or visit www.millenniumpark.org

Funkadesi @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Thursday, July 9th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free Bhangra dance lessons by Shamila Khetarpal and live music by Funkadesi, performing East Indian, funk, Latin, and reggae sounds.

Idilio @ Instituto Cervantes (31 W. Ohio)
Thursday, July 9th, 2009 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The group’s live performances and CD exhibit energetic and sensual flamenco
melodies with powerful dynamics and exciting rhythmic interplay.
Idilio’s repertoire includes contemporary pieces such as Margherita (a flamenco
interpretation of a popular Italian song), Onde del Pacifico (a
flamenco-jazz-pop piece co-composed by Carlo Basile and Chiara Mangiameli),
jazz standards “a la flamenco,” as well as traditional flamenco pieces such
as an emotional “malaguea y abandolaos” and a high-energy “tangos” with
Arabic percussion.

Les Nubians @ Green Dolphin Street (1220 N. Ashland Ave.)
Thursday, July 9th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Grammy Nominated international recording artists Les Nubians have intrigued
audiences for almost a decade with their inventive and glamorous Afropean
style. This distinctive sound embodies the timeless vibrations of Miriam
Makeba, Ella Fitzgerald, Doudou N’diaye Rose, Fela Kuti, Edith Piaf, The
Fugees, and Soul II Soul.

Recognized for their colorful auras, Les Nubians’ vogue is a fusion of
Funkin’ Fashion and Modern Amazon. Adoring fans pay tribute to the
French/Cameroonian sister duo for their continuous flow of jazzy nuances,
hard hitting drum ‘n’ bass lines, harmonious melodies, conscious
proclamations and humanitarian endeavors.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, July 10th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Guitarra Azul @ Maya Del Sol (144 S. Oak Park Ave.)
Friday, July 10th, 2009 | 8:30 - 11:30 pm
Oak Park, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

Swank Society Radio and Heavyweights of House Present The Friday Night Dance Party Featuring Peven Everett Live, Billie Jewell, Jamie 3:26, and Sean Alvarez @ Double Door (1572 N. Milwaukee Ave.)
Friday, July 10th, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 2:00 am
Chicago, IL
$15 in advance, $20 at the door. Peven Everett is a worldly, multifaceted, celebrated jazz and soul artist who was born in Harvey, Illinois on June 2nd. At the age of 17, Berkley School of Music awarded Peven a full scholarship right out of high school. He put his academic aspirations on hold when he was offered the opportunity to go on the road with jazz greats, Betty Carter, Winton Marsalis and Brandford Marsalis. The tour brought him to New York where he chose to live for six years in order to continue his jazz career. In 1998, he decided to return to Chicago with the sole objective of taking his career to the next level.

Angel D´Cuba @ Sabor a Café (2435 W. Peterson Ave.)
Saturday, July 11th, 2009 | 8:00 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Angel in the Solar System, featuring the soulful and dynamic vocals of Angel d'Cuba, have appeared on local television stations WGN Chicago and WTTW Chicago as well as on cable TV's the Food Chanel. In addition they have performed at Chicago's Old Town School of Folk Music, Navy Pier, Hot House, Cafe Laguardia, Rumba, and Fitzgeralds, to name a few.

Old Town School of Folk Music presents The Chicago Folk and Roots Festival @ Welles Park (Lincoln and Montrose)
Saturday, July 11th, 2009 to Sunday, July 12th, 2009

12:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Lineup subject to change - Rain or shine - All Ages Welcome
Main Stage Artists

Saturday, July 11
Midwest Invitational Fiddle Championship - 12:55pm
Lamajamal - 2:05pm
Dan & Rayna Gellert - 2:45pm
Cedric Watson & Bijou Creole - 4:00pm
Caleb Klauder Country Band - 5:25pm
Honey Honey - 7:00pm
Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears - 8:30pm

Sunday, July 12
Young Stracke All-Stars - 12:55pm
Woodstock Boomer Band - 1:25
Maestros del Joropo Oriental - 2:10pm
Mbolo Moy Dolle - 3:25pm
Curley Taylor & Zydeco Trouble - 4:55pm
Watcha Clan - 6:30pm
DJ Warp & Friends - 7:45pm
Karsh Kale - 8:30pm
Kids Tent

Saturday, July 11
Wiggleworms with Little Miss Ann - 12:00pm
Ecuadorian Folk Dance - Nuestra Música Performance - 12:50pm
Cowpoke Sing-along with Annie Coleman - 1:40pm
Storytime Dances with Jen Guglielmi - 2:30pm
Laura Doherty - 3:25pm
Kids Rhythm Circle - 4:35pm

Sunday, July 12
Wiggleworms with Julie - 12:00pm
Hip Hop Kids with Lin - 12:50pm
Tricia Sebastian - Nuestra Música Performance - 1:45pm
West African Drumming with Taylor - 2:45pm
Erin Flynn Band - 3:40pm
Zumba for Kids - Nuestra Música Performance - 4:40pm
Dance Tent

Saturday, July 11
Family Hula with Lani - 12:00pm
Bhangra with Shamila - 1:05pm
Rumba Dance Lesson - 2:10pm
OgundaMasa - Nuestra Música Performance - 2:40pm
Welles Park Folkloric Dancers - Nuestra Música Performance - 3:55pm
Dance Lessons with Saladeen - 4:15pm
Papo Santiago & Infra Verde - Nuestra Música Performance - 4:45pm
Square Dance! Open Band with special guests - 6:30pm

Sunday, July 12
Jazz Dance with Jeanette - 12:00pm
Waltz Across Chicago! - 1:00pm to 3:15pm
1:00pm - Basic Waltz Lesson with Rene / Hora Circle Dance Lesson with Jon
1:10pm - The Alte Schteibeles
1:45pm - Basic Waltz Lesson with Rene
1:55pm - The Fantastic Toe Trippers
2:30pm - Polka Lesson with Rene
2:40pm - Simbolo Norteño - Nuestra Música Performance
Polka Lesson - 3:30pm
Eddie Blazonczyk's Versatones - 4:00pm
Hip Hop Dance with Boogie - 5:20pm
Two Step with Nicole - 6:30pm
Hoyle Brothers - 7:00pm
Gazebo

Saturday, July 11
Old Time Jam with Dan & Rayna Gellert - 12:00pm
African Drum Féte with Taylor - 1:00pm
Voice of the People with Andrea - 2:00pm
Brazilian Ensemble with Paulinho - Nuestra Música Performance - 3:00pm
Fandango with Raul - Nuestra Música Performance - 4:00pm
Woodstock Ensemble - 5:00pm
Soul Sing-along with Alton & Bill - 6:00pm

Sunday, July 12
Family String Jam with Maria (All Ages) - 12:00pm
Woody Guthrie Folk Jam with Mark - 1:00pm
Bluegrass Jam with Colby - 2:00pm
The Third Half with Dan - 3:00pm
Mellow Gold with Steve - 4:00pm
Grateful Dead Ensemble with Steve - 5:00pm
Beatles Ensemble with Steve - 6:00pm
Staff Stage

Saturday, July 11th
V (Virat Thakkar) - 12:00pm
Dale Petersohn & Jessica Coe - 12:30pm
Guitar Army 2 (Sandra Adrian) - 1:00pm
The Sheathens (Vanessa Vincent) - 1:30pm
The Lexie Bloor Group - 2:00pm
The Jeff Hunter Ensemble - 2:30pm
Angry Panther (Eric Unger) - 3:00pm
Shelley Miller & Friends - 3:30pm
WAZO County Warblers (Paul Tyler) - 4:00pm
The Ryan Project (Tom Ryan) - 4:30pm
Joel Styzens & Katinka Kleijn - 5:00pm
Typhanie & Neal (Typhanie Monique) - 5:30pm
The Rust Belt Ramblers (Joe Tessone) - 6:00pm
It's A Girl (Miki Greenberg) - 6:30pm
The Steve Levitt Project - 7:00pm
Charming Axe (Rob Newhouse) - 7:30pm
Congress of Starlings (Andrea Bunch) - 8:00pm

Sunday, July 12th
Ghost of a Fist (Erin English) - 12:00pm
The Seams (Ed Tverdek) - 12:30pm
David & Marian (David Bragman) - 1:00pm
Dahui (Rick Neuhaus) - 1:30pm
Strictly Jug Nuts (Skip Landt) - 2:00pm
Lanialoha - 2:30pm
Light, Sweet & Crude (Bau Graves) - 3:00pm
Rosenpalooza (Steve Rosen) - 3:30pm
Los Adminos (Eric Delli Bovi) - 4:00pm
The Barehand Jug Band (Jonas Friddle) - 4:30pm
Rod Gingrich & Friends - 5:00pm
Lenny & Harlan (Lenny Marsh & Harlan Terson) - 5:30pm
The Lindsay Weinberg Band - 6:00pm
Elk Heart (Jeremy Babcock) - 6:30pm
Julia & The Storkes (Julia Storke) - 7:00pm
Mead & Friends (John Mead) - 7:30pm
Unibrow (Dan Fulkerson) - 8:00pm

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, July 12th, 2009 | 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, July 14th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Caribica @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage Ave.)
Tuesday, July 14th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
CARIBICA was formed in 2002. Originally known as Grupo Amigo, founding members Angel Camacho, Victor Camacho, and Giovanni "Jose" Perez performed a combination of Latin contemporaries and classics with a mix of some easy listening and pop. After inviting a guest guitarist to jam with them for a few numbers, Johnny Rupar soon became the fourth member. Their play list soon grew to include oldies and eventually rock classics. After 3 years of playing together, the band became tighter musically and began including original songs to their performances. In late 2004 they changed the name of the group to CARIBICA not only to better highlight the palatable blend of Caribbean and American music sharing the stage together, but also as a reflection of the band members themselves. Carlos Alvarez became the fifth member of the group and added percussion that allowed a larger variety of American oldies, rock, and Latin rhythms to really come together. CARIBICA has several promotional CD's recorded and the band has amassed quite a following over the years as their popularity continues to grow! With Angel thumping a mean bass, Victor on congas, keyboards and vocals, Giovanni "Jose" on rhythm guitar and vocals, Johnny on lead guitar and keyboards and Carlos on the drums, CARIBICA will make you sing, dance and enjoy your favorite tunes in a style that will not be soon forgotten!

Music Without Borders presents Najat Aatabou, Justin Adams, and Juldeh Camara @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park (201 E. Randolph)
Thursday, July 16th, 2009 | 6:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, Millennium Park presents the
fourth year of the popular international music series, Music Without
Borders, featuring traditional folk and pop artists from around the globe.
The series, which consists of eight free concerts at the Jay Pritzker
Pavilion in Millennium Park, features music from South Korea, Morocco,
Peru, Pakistan, Cape Verde and more. Music Without Borders is part of the
City of Chicago’s ongoing celebration of world music. For more
information, call 312.742.1168 or visit www.millenniumpark.org

Sones de México Ensemble @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Thursday, July 16th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free Son Huasteco, Son Jarocho, Son de Tarima, Polka, and Waltz dance lessons by Lorena Iñiguez and live music by Sones de México Ensemble, performing Mexican Son.

Samuel Del Real y su Orquesta @ Avondale, Irving Park
Thursday, July 16th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:00 - 9:00 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
Chicago SummerDance in the Parks 2009 presents free Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata dance lessons by Miguel Mendez of Dance Academy of Salsa and live music by Samuel del Real y su Orquesta, performing tropical salsa.

Curumin @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Thursday, July 16th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Curumin (aka Luciano Nakata Albuquerque) is one of the fastest growing
Brazilian artists on the international scene. Born in Brazil to
Spanish/Japanese parents, Curumin proved to be a musical prodigy who by 14
was performing as a percussionist in Sao Paolo’s top clubs. His musical
upbringing embraced popular Brazilian music, funk and Hip-Hop and resulted
in his very own super funky Brazilian style.

Guitarra Azul @ Cafe Bolero (2252 N. Western Ave.)
Thursday, July 16th, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Friday, July 17th, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, July 17th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Guitarra Azul @ Maya Del Sol (144 S. Oak Park Ave.)
Friday, July 17th, 2009 | 8:30 - 11:30 pm
Oak Park, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

Son del Viento @ Art Institute Fullerton Hall (111 South Michigan Ave.)
Saturday, July 18th, 2009 | 6:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Potent son jarocho and son huasteco group. Exponents of the Afro-Mexican roots music from Veracruz.

Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Saturday, July 18th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free Salsa dance lessons by Tommye Giacchino & Gregory Day of Chicago Dance and live music by Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble, performing Salsa, Merengue, and Latin Jazz.

Angel D´Cuba @ Sabor a Café (2435 W. Peterson Ave.)
Saturday, July 18th, 2009 | 8:00 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Angel in the Solar System, featuring the soulful and dynamic vocals of Angel d'Cuba, have appeared on local television stations WGN Chicago and WTTW Chicago as well as on cable TV's the Food Chanel. In addition they have performed at Chicago's Old Town School of Folk Music, Navy Pier, Hot House, Cafe Laguardia, Rumba, and Fitzgeralds, to name a few.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, July 19th, 2009 | 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Sergent Garcia @ Logan Square Auditorium (2539 N. Kedzie Blvd.)
Monday, July 20th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Salsamuffin, Bruno “Sergent” Garcia’s innovative blending of hip-hop, reggae, and salsa, has spawned a “big town” sound that incorporates elements from urban music scenes worldwide. The former punk rock guitarist pushes the boundaries of cultural divides with body moving beats and a fresh perspective.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Angel D´Cuba @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage Ave.)
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009 | 8:00 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Angel in the Solar System, featuring the soulful and dynamic vocals of Angel d'Cuba, have appeared on local television stations WGN Chicago and WTTW Chicago as well as on cable TV's the Food Chanel. In addition they have performed at Chicago's Old Town School of Folk Music, Navy Pier, Hot House, Cafe Laguardia, Rumba, and Fitzgeralds, to name a few.

Bombazo: AfriCaribe, Grupo Yubá, and Nuestro Tambó @ Humboldt Park (Field House)
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:00 - 9:00 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
Chicago SummerDance in the Parks 2009 presents free Puerto-Rican Bomba dance lessons by AfriCaribe and live music by AfriCaribe, Grupo Yuba and Nuestro Tambo, performing an Afro-Puerto Rican jam session.

Music Without Borders presents Novalima, Issa Bagayogo @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park (201 E. Randolph)
Thursday, July 23rd, 2009 | 6:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, Millennium Park presents the
fourth year of the popular international music series, Music Without
Borders, featuring traditional folk and pop artists from around the globe.
The series, which consists of eight free concerts at the Jay Pritzker
Pavilion in Millennium Park, features music from South Korea, Morocco,
Peru, Pakistan, Cape Verde and more. Music Without Borders is part of the
City of Chicago’s ongoing celebration of world music. For more
information, call 312.742.1168 or visit www.millenniumpark.org

The Official Novalima Afterparty @ Sonotheque (1444 W. Chicago)
Thursday, July 23rd, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
$5.00 at the door with RSVP to novalima@aguzate.org
$8.00 regular price at the door

Since its formation in 2001, Novalima has been breaking down boundaries,
uniting seemingly irreconcilable genres, communities and generations to
create an inspiring movement that has revolutionized the music scene in
their native Peru. Founded by four friends from Lima with a shared passion
for both traditional Afro-Peruvian music and modern DJ culture, Novalima
searches for the common ground between past and future, between tradition
and innovation.

On July 23rd, after their Chicago debut in Millennium Park, the members of
Novalima will dig through the crates of their vast collection of
underground Afro-Latin, Dub and House for the delight of electronic and
world music fans alike. Their DJ set will include the music that has
inspired them over the years and has served as the foundation for the
Novalima sound.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to meet the members of the band in an
intimate setting. The lineup of the evening will include Chicago native
DJ Chávez spinning a Latin electronic fusion drawing on both traditional
sources as well as dance floor remixes.

Guitarra Azul @ Cafe Bolero (2252 N. Western Ave.)
Thursday, July 23rd, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, July 24th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Guitarra Azul @ Maya Del Sol (144 S. Oak Park Ave.)
Friday, July 24th, 2009 | 8:30 - 11:30 pm
Oak Park, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers.

Hector Silveira y su Orquesta @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Saturday, July 25th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free salsa combinations dance lessons by Nino DiGiulio of MayIHaveThisDance and live music by Hector Silveira y su Orquesta.

Kokolo Afrobeat Orchestra @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln)
Saturday, July 25th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
$10 cover. New York City powerhouse brilliantly meshing Fela Kuti polyrthythms, Fania All-Star cadence and B-boy swagger into James Brown classics, bringing to life one of the most original and exciting releases, Heavy Hustling, in years. Since forming in 2001, Kokolo has evolved into a prolific international recording and touring machine, with over 50 releases on their discography and live performances in dozens of countries around the globe. Their well-known reputation for mounting explosive live shows has seen them perform on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, such as The Montreal Jazz, Glastonbury Festival and scores of others, where they shared the spotlight with variety of acts ranging from Roots Manuva, Taj Mahal and Issac Hayes to Zap Mama, Chic, Pete Rock, Roy Ayers and Seun Kuti & Egypt 80.

1st Annual Festival Playero Chicago @ Humboldt Park Beach (Playa de Humboldt Park) on Sacramento between Division and North.
Saturday, July 25th, 2009 to Sunday, July 26th, 2009

Chicago
2-day Playero Festival featuring Domingo Quiñones, Michael Stuart, Orquesta Mira Mar, Malo, Zacandela and others. For more information contact 773-292-1414.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, July 26th, 2009 | 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Clark St. World Music Street Festival (North Clark St. from Morse to Estes)
Sunday, July 26th, 2009 | 1:00 pm - 10 pm
Chicago, IL
FREE

Curated by Sound Culture's David Chavez, this festival features two stages of world music with a Fair Trade Vendor Pavilion. Confirmed artists include:

Funkadesi (Indian/Reggae/Fusion),
Kokolo Afrobeat Orchestra from NY (Latin/Afrobeat fusion),
Grammy Nominated Angel Melendez Orquestra's Tribute to Fania Allstars (Vintage Salsa),
Chicago Afrobeat Project (Afrobeat),
Swing Brasiliero (Samba),
Sangre Michoacana (Banda),
Chicago Afro Latin Jazz Ensemble (Pan Latin Jazz),
Los Vicios de Papa (Latin Ska),
El Payo (Rumba Flamenco),
Fandanguero (Son Jarocho from Veracruz Mexico)

Promotional partners for this festival include: Sound Culture, Chicago Public Radio's Radio M, Arte y Vida Chicago, Chicago Fair Trade, Uncommon Ground, HotHouse, Contratiempo, Aguzate

Clark Stree World Music Street Festival @ N. Clark St. from Morse to Estes
Sunday, July 26th, 2009 | 1:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
FREE. Curated by Sound Culture's David Chavez, this festival features two stages of world music with a Fair Trade Vendor Pavilion. Confirmed artists include:
Funkadesi (Indian/Reggae/Fusion),
Kokolo Afrobeat Orchestra from NY (Latin/Afrobeat fusion),
Grammy Nominated Angel Melendez Orquestra's Tribute to Fania Allstars (Vintage Salsa),
Chicago Afrobeat Project (Afrobeat),
Swing Brasiliero (Samba),
Sangre Michoacana (Banda),
Chicago Afro Latin Jazz Ensemble (Pan Latin Jazz),
Los Vicios de Papa (Latin Ska),
El Payo (Rumba Flamenco),
Fandanguero (Son Jarocho from Veracruz Mexico)

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, July 28th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Caribica @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage Ave.)
Tuesday, July 28th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
CARIBICA was formed in 2002. Originally known as Grupo Amigo, founding members Angel Camacho, Victor Camacho, and Giovanni "Jose" Perez performed a combination of Latin contemporaries and classics with a mix of some easy listening and pop. After inviting a guest guitarist to jam with them for a few numbers, Johnny Rupar soon became the fourth member. Their play list soon grew to include oldies and eventually rock classics. After 3 years of playing together, the band became tighter musically and began including original songs to their performances. In late 2004 they changed the name of the group to CARIBICA not only to better highlight the palatable blend of Caribbean and American music sharing the stage together, but also as a reflection of the band members themselves. Carlos Alvarez became the fifth member of the group and added percussion that allowed a larger variety of American oldies, rock, and Latin rhythms to really come together. CARIBICA has several promotional CD's recorded and the band has amassed quite a following over the years as their popularity continues to grow! With Angel thumping a mean bass, Victor on congas, keyboards and vocals, Giovanni "Jose" on rhythm guitar and vocals, Johnny on lead guitar and keyboards and Carlos on the drums, CARIBICA will make you sing, dance and enjoy your favorite tunes in a style that will not be soon forgotten!

Guitarra Azul @ Cafe Bolero (2252 N. Western Ave.)
Thursday, July 30th, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Friday, July 31st, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, July 31st, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Guitarra Azul @ Maya Del Sol (144 S. Oak Park Ave.)
Friday, July 31st, 2009 | 8:30 - 11:30 pm
Oak Park, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

Salsa Chicago Mambo All-Stars @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Saturday, August 1st, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free mambo and cha cha dance lessons by Miguel Mendez of Dance Academy of Salsa and live music by the Salsa Chicago Mambo All Stars. The Salsa Chicago Mambo All-Stars play a vast repertoire of music including Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha...

Salsa Celtica @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Thursday, August 6th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free mambo dance lessons by Andy Cruz and live music by Salsa Celtica. Salsa Celtica is a vibrant 11-piece world music fusion band that mixes traditional Irish and Scottish music with salsa.

Caribica @ Tapalpa Mexican Restaurant (770 S. Arlington Heights Rd.)
Thursday, August 6th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Elk Grove Village, IL
CARIBICA was formed in 2002. Originally known as Grupo Amigo, founding members Angel Camacho, Victor Camacho, and Giovanni "Jose" Perez performed a combination of Latin contemporaries and classics with a mix of some easy listening and pop. After inviting a guest guitarist to jam with them for a few numbers, Johnny Rupar soon became the fourth member. Their play list soon grew to include oldies and eventually rock classics. After 3 years of playing together, the band became tighter musically and began including original songs to their performances. In late 2004 they changed the name of the group to CARIBICA not only to better highlight the palatable blend of Caribbean and American music sharing the stage together, but also as a reflection of the band members themselves. Carlos Alvarez became the fifth member of the group and added percussion that allowed a larger variety of American oldies, rock, and Latin rhythms to really come together. CARIBICA has several promotional CD's recorded and the band has amassed quite a following over the years as their popularity continues to grow! With Angel thumping a mean bass, Victor on congas, keyboards and vocals, Giovanni "Jose" on rhythm guitar and vocals, Johnny on lead guitar and keyboards and Carlos on the drums, CARIBICA will make you sing, dance and enjoy your favorite tunes in a style that will not be soon forgotten!

Guitarra Azul @ Tasca Tapas Restaurant (25 W. Davis)
Thursday, August 6th, 2009 | 7 - 10 pm
Arlington Heights, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

Papo Santiago y su Orquesta Infraverde @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Friday, August 7th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free Cha Cha Cha dance lessons and live music by Papo Santiago y Orquesta Infraverde which is dedicated to the preservation of the sonero tradition.

Guitarra Azul @ Maya Del Sol (144 S. Oak Park Ave.)
Friday, August 7th, 2009
Oak Park, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

Caribica @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage Ave.)
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
CARIBICA was formed in 2002. Originally known as Grupo Amigo, founding members Angel Camacho, Victor Camacho, and Giovanni "Jose" Perez performed a combination of Latin contemporaries and classics with a mix of some easy listening and pop. After inviting a guest guitarist to jam with them for a few numbers, Johnny Rupar soon became the fourth member. Their play list soon grew to include oldies and eventually rock classics. After 3 years of playing together, the band became tighter musically and began including original songs to their performances. In late 2004 they changed the name of the group to CARIBICA not only to better highlight the palatable blend of Caribbean and American music sharing the stage together, but also as a reflection of the band members themselves. Carlos Alvarez became the fifth member of the group and added percussion that allowed a larger variety of American oldies, rock, and Latin rhythms to really come together. CARIBICA has several promotional CD's recorded and the band has amassed quite a following over the years as their popularity continues to grow! With Angel thumping a mean bass, Victor on congas, keyboards and vocals, Giovanni "Jose" on rhythm guitar and vocals, Johnny on lead guitar and keyboards and Carlos on the drums, CARIBICA will make you sing, dance and enjoy your favorite tunes in a style that will not be soon forgotten!

Swing Brasileiro @ Humboldt Park (Field House)
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:00 - 9:00 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
Chicago SummerDance in the Parks 2009 presents free Samba dance lessons by Passistas Samba Dance Group and live music by Swing Brasileiro, performing Brazilian Samba.

Guitarra Azul @ Shedd Aquarium (1200 S. Lake Shore Dr.)
Thursday, August 13th, 2009 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

Mannix Martinez y su Orquesta @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Friday, August 14th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata dance lessons by Lisa “La Boriqua” of Latin Street Dancing and live music by Mannix Martinez y su Orquesta. One of Puerto Rico’s legendary voices, Mannix Martinez is best known for his hit singles with Orquesta La Terrifica and Sonora Ponceña.

Guitarra Azul @ Maya Del Sol (144 S. Oak Park Ave.)
Friday, August 14th, 2009 | 8:30 - 11:30 pm
Oak Park, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

Guitarra Azul @ Cafe Bolero (2252 N. Western Ave.)
Thursday, August 20th, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers.

Guitarra Azul @ Maya Del Sol (144 S. Oak Park Ave.)
Friday, August 21st, 2009 | 8:30 - 11:30 pm
Oak Park
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

Caribica @ Museo Mexicano de Bellas Artes - Benefit (1852 W. 19th ST.)
Saturday, August 22nd, 2009 | 9:00 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
CARIBICA was formed in 2002. Originally known as Grupo Amigo, founding members Angel Camacho, Victor Camacho, and Giovanni "Jose" Perez performed a combination of Latin contemporaries and classics with a mix of some easy listening and pop. After inviting a guest guitarist to jam with them for a few numbers, Johnny Rupar soon became the fourth member. Their play list soon grew to include oldies and eventually rock classics. After 3 years of playing together, the band became tighter musically and began including original songs to their performances. In late 2004 they changed the name of the group to CARIBICA not only to better highlight the palatable blend of Caribbean and American music sharing the stage together, but also as a reflection of the band members themselves. Carlos Alvarez became the fifth member of the group and added percussion that allowed a larger variety of American oldies, rock, and Latin rhythms to really come together. CARIBICA has several promotional CD's recorded and the band has amassed quite a following over the years as their popularity continues to grow! With Angel thumping a mean bass, Victor on congas, keyboards and vocals, Giovanni "Jose" on rhythm guitar and vocals, Johnny on lead guitar and keyboards and Carlos on the drums, CARIBICA will make you sing, dance and enjoy your favorite tunes in a style that will not be soon forgotten!

Caribica @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage Ave.)
Tuesday, August 25th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
CARIBICA was formed in 2002. Originally known as Grupo Amigo, founding members Angel Camacho, Victor Camacho, and Giovanni "Jose" Perez performed a combination of Latin contemporaries and classics with a mix of some easy listening and pop. After inviting a guest guitarist to jam with them for a few numbers, Johnny Rupar soon became the fourth member. Their play list soon grew to include oldies and eventually rock classics. After 3 years of playing together, the band became tighter musically and began including original songs to their performances. In late 2004 they changed the name of the group to CARIBICA not only to better highlight the palatable blend of Caribbean and American music sharing the stage together, but also as a reflection of the band members themselves. Carlos Alvarez became the fifth member of the group and added percussion that allowed a larger variety of American oldies, rock, and Latin rhythms to really come together. CARIBICA has several promotional CD's recorded and the band has amassed quite a following over the years as their popularity continues to grow! With Angel thumping a mean bass, Victor on congas, keyboards and vocals, Giovanni "Jose" on rhythm guitar and vocals, Johnny on lead guitar and keyboards and Carlos on the drums, CARIBICA will make you sing, dance and enjoy your favorite tunes in a style that will not be soon forgotten!

Guitarra Azul @ Cafe Bolero (2252 N. Western Ave.)
Thursday, August 27th, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. No cover.

Guitarra Azul @ Maya Del Sol (144 S. Oak Park Ave.)
Friday, August 28th, 2009 | 8:30 - 11:30 pm
Oak Park, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers.

Caribica @ Tapalpa Mexican Restaurant (770 S. Arlington Heights Rd.)
Thursday, October 1st, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
CARIBICA was formed in 2002. Originally known as Grupo Amigo, founding members Angel Camacho, Victor Camacho, and Giovanni "Jose" Perez performed a combination of Latin contemporaries and classics with a mix of some easy listening and pop. After inviting a guest guitarist to jam with them for a few numbers, Johnny Rupar soon became the fourth member. Their play list soon grew to include oldies and eventually rock classics. After 3 years of playing together, the band became tighter musically and began including original songs to their performances. In late 2004 they changed the name of the group to CARIBICA not only to better highlight the palatable blend of Caribbean and American music sharing the stage together, but also as a reflection of the band members themselves. Carlos Alvarez became the fifth member of the group and added percussion that allowed a larger variety of American oldies, rock, and Latin rhythms to really come together. CARIBICA has several promotional CD's recorded and the band has amassed quite a following over the years as their popularity continues to grow! With Angel thumping a mean bass, Victor on congas, keyboards and vocals, Giovanni "Jose" on rhythm guitar and vocals, Johnny on lead guitar and keyboards and Carlos on the drums, CARIBICA will make you sing, dance and enjoy your favorite tunes in a style that will not be soon forgotten!

Caribica @ Tapalpa Mexican Restaurant (770 S. Arlington Heights Rd.)
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
CARIBICA was formed in 2002. Originally known as Grupo Amigo, founding members Angel Camacho, Victor Camacho, and Giovanni "Jose" Perez performed a combination of Latin contemporaries and classics with a mix of some easy listening and pop. After inviting a guest guitarist to jam with them for a few numbers, Johnny Rupar soon became the fourth member. Their play list soon grew to include oldies and eventually rock classics. After 3 years of playing together, the band became tighter musically and began including original songs to their performances. In late 2004 they changed the name of the group to CARIBICA not only to better highlight the palatable blend of Caribbean and American music sharing the stage together, but also as a reflection of the band members themselves. Carlos Alvarez became the fifth member of the group and added percussion that allowed a larger variety of American oldies, rock, and Latin rhythms to really come together. CARIBICA has several promotional CD's recorded and the band has amassed quite a following over the years as their popularity continues to grow! With Angel thumping a mean bass, Victor on congas, keyboards and vocals, Giovanni "Jose" on rhythm guitar and vocals, Johnny on lead guitar and keyboards and Carlos on the drums, CARIBICA will make you sing, dance and enjoy your favorite tunes in a style that will not be soon forgotten!

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Friday, July 3rd, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, July 3rd, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Guitarra Azul @ Maya Del Sol (144 S. Oak Park Ave.)
Friday, July 3rd, 2009 | 8:30 - 11:30 pm
Oak Park, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

Music Without Borders presents Oumou Sangare @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park (201 E. Randolph)
Thursday, July 2nd, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, Millennium Park presents the
fourth year of the popular international music series, Music Without
Borders, featuring traditional folk and pop artists from around the globe.
The series, which consists of eight free concerts at the Jay Pritzker
Pavilion in Millennium Park, features music from South Korea, Morocco,
Peru, Pakistan, Cape Verde and more. Music Without Borders is part of the
City of Chicago’s ongoing celebration of world music. For more
information, call 312.742.1168 or visit www.millenniumpark.org

Otros Aires @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Thursday, July 2nd, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free Argentine Tango dance lessons by Tango Éclectique and live music by Otros Aires, performing Tango Electronico.

Guitarra Azul @ Tasca Tapas Restaurant (25 W. Davis)
Thursday, July 2nd, 2009 | 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Arlington Heights, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

Grupo Kaña @ Humboldt Park (Field House)
Wednesday, July 1st, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:00 - 9:00 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
Chicago SummerDance in the Park 2009 presents free Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata dance lessons by Miguel Mendez and live music by Grupo Kaña, performing tropical salsa with a Latin Funk twist.

Angel D´Cuba @ Carnivale (703 W. Fulton Mrkt.)
Wednesday, July 1st, 2009 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Angel in the Solar System, featuring the soulful and dynamic vocals of Angel d'Cuba, have appeared on local television stations WGN Chicago and WTTW Chicago as well as on cable TV's the Food Chanel. In addition they have performed at Chicago's Old Town School of Folk Music, Navy Pier, Hot House, Cafe Laguardia, Rumba, and Fitzgeralds, to name a few.

Trovadores @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Wednesday, July 1st, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
FREE. Miguel Medina and Juan Carlos del Rio are Trovadores from Jayuya, Puerto Rico who specialize in the inspirational style of the Jibaro tradition.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Caribica @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage Ave.)
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
CARIBICA was formed in 2002. Originally known as Grupo Amigo, founding members Angel Camacho, Victor Camacho, and Giovanni "Jose" Perez performed a combination of Latin contemporaries and classics with a mix of some easy listening and pop. After inviting a guest guitarist to jam with them for a few numbers, Johnny Rupar soon became the fourth member. Their play list soon grew to include oldies and eventually rock classics. After 3 years of playing together, the band became tighter musically and began including original songs to their performances. In late 2004 they changed the name of the group to CARIBICA not only to better highlight the palatable blend of Caribbean and American music sharing the stage together, but also as a reflection of the band members themselves. Carlos Alvarez became the fifth member of the group and added percussion that allowed a larger variety of American oldies, rock, and Latin rhythms to really come together. CARIBICA has several promotional CD's recorded and the band has amassed quite a following over the years as their popularity continues to grow! With Angel thumping a mean bass, Victor on congas, keyboards and vocals, Giovanni "Jose" on rhythm guitar and vocals, Johnny on lead guitar and keyboards and Carlos on the drums, CARIBICA will make you sing, dance and enjoy your favorite tunes in a style that will not be soon forgotten!

“Battle of The Soneros” Willy Torres vs Herman Olivera with the NYC Salsa Project @ The Cubby Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, June 28th, 2009 | Dance showcase 8:30, show 10:30
Chicago, IL
Closing night of the Chicago Salsa Festival presents ¨Battle of the Soneros¨with Willie Torres and Herman Olivers. Other musicians include Bobby Allende, Desmar Guevara, Nelson Torres, Jorge Castro & Ron Prokopez.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, June 28th, 2009 | 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Picorelli´s Pa´la rumba @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Sunday, June 28th, 2009 | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Dance Lessons; 5:00 - 7:00 Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free Salsa and Tropical Rhythms dance lessons by Lisa “La Boriqua” and live music by Picorelli’s Pa’ La Rumba, performing old school salsa and mambo.

Mannix Martinez & Su Orquesta @ The Park West. 322 W. Armitage
Saturday, June 27th, 2009 | Dance showcase 8:30, show 10:30
Chicago, IL
The Chicago Salsa Festival presents Mannix Martinez. Manuel “Mannix” Martínez, singer and musical director from Ponce, Puerto Rico, now residing in Chicago.

One of Puerto Rico's legendary voices ("Soneros"), he began to be known with "Orquesta La Terrifica" & later with the legendary "Sonora Poncena" of Papo Luca & Quique.

With La Terrifica he sang a few hits like PURA, PURA (Gold Record in 1980), "OTRO LE, LO, LAI" , "QUIERO ESTAR CONTIGO", "QUITAME ESTE DOLOR" , "JUGUETES DEL DESTINO", "CASA POBRE, CASA GRANDE" , "SE ACABO LA SOLEDAD" , "NUNCA SERAS MIA" , "MI PONCE PUEBLO JARDIN" , "NO ME VUELVO A ENAMORAR" & "VECINA".

In 1986, he participated in the production“Back to Work” with Sonora Poncena where he recorded the song “CANCION”, also known as: “De que callada manera”; which he received his 2nd Golden Record in 1986. He also recorded with Poncena the songs: "PENSANDO EN TI" , "SI ALGUNA VEZ" , "CAUSAS Y AZARES" , "COMO AMIGOS" , "FE" , " PENSAMIENTO", among many others.

His hits as a singer with thiese great Orchestras has taken him to be able to sing in venues like Madison Square Garden, Coliseo Poliedro in Venezuela, Bellas Artes in P.R., El Pascual Guerrero in Cali Colombia, Peru, Venezuela, Panama, Europe and Brazil.

He has been able to sing with Latin superstars like The Queen Celia Cruz, Pete El Conde, Ismael Miranda, Cheo Feliciano & Ritmo Oriental de Cuba.

Angel D´Cuba @ Sabor a Café (2435 W. Peterson Ave.)
Saturday, June 27th, 2009 | 8:00 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Angel in the Solar System, featuring the soulful and dynamic vocals of Angel d'Cuba, have appeared on local television stations WGN Chicago and WTTW Chicago as well as on cable TV's the Food Chanel. In addition they have performed at Chicago's Old Town School of Folk Music, Navy Pier, Hot House, Cafe Laguardia, Rumba, and Fitzgeralds, to name a few.

Bêabá do Samba @ Las Tablas (
Saturday, June 27th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
$5 cover. Be-a-ba do Samba is a Chicago-based band specializing in the sounds of Brazil. Playing a diverse repertoire of traditional samba, pagode and bossa nova, the group is composed of some of Chicago finest samba and jazz musicians.

Summer Sessions on the Square (featuring Baby Alright, Son del Viento, and Grupo Yubá) @ The Illinois Centennial Monument on Milwaukee, Kedzie and Logan
Saturday, June 27th, 2009 | 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Baby Alright (soul), Son del Viento (veracruz), Grupo Yubá (bomba)

Every last saturday of the month through September, Summer Sessions on the Square, an organization supporting local musicians invites picnics and friends to enjoy music and summer nights.

$5 suggested donation.

Gilberto ¨El Pulpo¨ Colon Jr. and Angel Melendez Tribute to Hector Lavoe @ The Cubby Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Friday, June 26th, 2009 | Dance showcase 8:30, show 10:30
Chicago, IL
Hector Lavoe’s musical director for 16 yrs & Chicago Grammy nominee pay tribute to ‘El Cantante.”

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, June 26th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Naborí @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Friday, June 26th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free Salsa dance lessons by Latin Rhythms and live music by Naborí, performing traditional salsa music.

Guitarra Azul @ Horseshoe Casino (777 Casino Center Dr.)
Friday, June 26th, 2009 | 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Hammond, IN
Flamenco fusion band with dancers.

Johnny Blas Orchestra with speacial guest William Cepeda @ Excalibur (632 N. Dearborn)
Thursday, June 25th, 2009 | Dance showcase 8:30, show 10:30
Chicago, IL
Opening night of the Chicago Salsa Festival presents the Johnny Blas Orchestra. Percussionist/bandleader/composer Johnny Blas is a New York native who has performed and recorded in the world of Jazz and Latin music for over 25 years. Johnny is one of the few conga players on the West Coast who leads his own band. His diverse experience has enabled him to equally display his exceptional talents, energy and profound versatility, by leading a Latin Jazz Band. His mastery of music allows him the ability to easily adapt and cover a broad spectrum. Johnny’s rich fresh sound captivates his audience like no other. Johnny has 5 Latin Jazz CD recordings out under the Cubop Label. The recordings showcase a majority of his own original arrangements.

His music is currently played in the Top 10 U.S. radio markets and throughout Europe. His latest CD shows a different side of Johnny with a funky world beat fusing Latin, Funk and Jazz together. He is also featured on one of his tunes playing the soprano saxophone which was one of his original instruments before he began playing percussion.

Music Without Borders presents Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlan @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park (201 E. Randolph)
Thursday, June 25th, 2009 | 6:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, Millennium Park presents the
fourth year of the popular international music series, Music Without
Borders, featuring traditional folk and pop artists from around the globe.
The series, which consists of eight free concerts at the Jay Pritzker
Pavilion in Millennium Park, features music from South Korea, Morocco,
Peru, Pakistan, Cape Verde and more. Music Without Borders is part of the
City of Chicago’s ongoing celebration of world music. For more
information, call 312.742.1168 or visit www.millenniumpark.org

Guitarra Azul @ Cafe Bolero (2252 N. Western Ave.)
Thursday, June 25th, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers.

Rico @ Bolingbrook Summer Concert Series
Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 | 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Bolinbrook, IL
They are influenced and inspired by all the innovative rock, soul, jazz, afro-cuban, blues, funk, reggae, and hip-hop pioneers.

Afrp-Cuban Ensemble @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage Ave.)
Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Traditional Afro-Cuban music.

Ngoma Alegre @ Wicker Well (1637 W. North Ave.)
Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago
FREE. Ngoma Alegre is a Chicago-based percussion and song ensemble which portrays Afro-Latin folkloric traditions of Colombia, Puerto Rico and Cuba. The word Ngoma means "drum" in several Bantu dialects of Central Africa, a culture and language which played an important role in the folkloric traditions of all three Caribbean countries. Ngoma features the only group of musicians in the Midwest whose members can go from Colombian Cumbias and Puyas, to Puerto Rican Bombas and Plenas, to Cuban Guaguancos and Yambus in the same set.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Angel D´Cuba @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage Ave.)
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Angel in the Solar System, featuring the soulful and dynamic vocals of Angel d'Cuba, have appeared on local television stations WGN Chicago and WTTW Chicago as well as on cable TV's the Food Chanel. In addition they have performed at Chicago's Old Town School of Folk Music, Navy Pier, Hot House, Cafe Laguardia, Rumba, and Fitzgeralds, to name a few.

Music Without Borders presents Cimarron @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park (201 E. Randolph)
Sunday, June 21st, 2009 | 6:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, Millennium Park presents the
fourth year of the popular international music series, Music Without
Borders, featuring traditional folk and pop artists from around the globe.
The series, which consists of eight free concerts at the Jay Pritzker
Pavilion in Millennium Park, features music from South Korea, Morocco,
Peru, Pakistan, Cape Verde and more. Music Without Borders is part of the
City of Chicago’s ongoing celebration of world music. For more
information, call 312.742.1168 or visit www.millenniumpark.org

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, June 21st, 2009 | 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Fiestas Puertorriqueñas @ Humboldt Park (Sacramento Ave. and Division St.)
Sunday, June 21st, 2009 | 12:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Performing artists: Frankie Vázquez, Victor Manuelle, Orquesta del Sur al Norte de Julito Alvarado, Kayvan Vega, Trovadores de Puerto Rico, Niño Trovador Cristian Fontaine.

Rico @ The Wild Hare (3530 N. Clark)
Saturday, June 20th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
They are influenced and inspired by all the innovative rock, soul, jazz, afro-cuban, blues, funk, reggae, and hip-hop pioneers.

Fiestas Puertorriqueñas @ Humboldt Park (Sacramento Ave. and Division St.)
Saturday, June 20th, 2009 | 12:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Perfoming artists: Ismael Miranda, Puerto Rican Power, Angel Melendez and 911 Mambo Orchestra, Eddie Santiago, Orquesta Rumbaye de Nathan, local talent, and a battle of the bands.

Las Guitarras de España @ Spertus Institute (610 S. Michigan Ave.)
Saturday, June 20th, 2009 | 9:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Las Guitarras de Espana (The Guitars of Spain) performs "Spanish guitar influenced world music and dance." The ensemble is also influenced by Latin American and Middle Eastern styles as well as American Jazz. The fusion of these styles backed by Afro-Cuban percussion forms completes the unique combination of sounds and grooves that is Las Guitarras de Espana.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Friday, June 19th, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, June 19th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Charanga Tropical @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Friday, June 19th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free Cha Cha and Salsa dance lessons by Manny Lopez-Marquez and live music by Charanga Tropical, performing classic and modern Cuban music.

Fiestas Puertorriqueñas @ Humboldt Park (Sacramento Ave. and Division St.)
Friday, June 19th, 2009 | 12:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Performing artists: Carlos ¨Cano¨ Estremera con José Lugo, Hermanos Ayala, Wichy Camacho, Orquesta Sabor, Lion, and Raul Timbal.

Music Without Borders presents Faiz Ali Faiz @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park (201 E. Randolph)
Thursday, June 18th, 2009 | 6:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, Millennium Park presents the
fourth year of the popular international music series, Music Without
Borders, featuring traditional folk and pop artists from around the globe.
The series, which consists of eight free concerts at the Jay Pritzker
Pavilion in Millennium Park, features music from South Korea, Morocco,
Peru, Pakistan, Cape Verde and more. Music Without Borders is part of the
City of Chicago’s ongoing celebration of world music. For more
information, call 312.742.1168 or visit www.millenniumpark.org

Hector Del Curto´s Eternal Tango Trio @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Thursday, June 18th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free Argentine Tango dance lessons by Jorge Niedas of Tango 21 and live music by Hector del Curto’s Eternal Tango Trio, performing Argentine Tango.

Guitarra Azul @ Shedd Aquarium (1200 S. Lake Shore Dr.)
Thursday, June 18th, 2009 | 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers.

Fiestas Puertorriqueñas @ Humboldt Park (Sacramento Ave. and Division St.)
Thursday, June 18th, 2009 | 12:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Performing artists: Homenaje Al Apollo Sound con Sammy Gonzalez, Papo Cocote, Salsa Chicago Mambo All-Stars, Chadel, Orqesta Sabor, and Raul Timbal.

World Music Wednesdays featuring Tony Cox @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 | 9:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Born in Zimbabwe and now residing in Johannesburg, South Africa, multiple award-winning acoustic guitarist Tony Cox has become a icon of the instrument in his own country. Starting out on Hawaiian guitar as a child in what was then Rhodesia, Tony eventually picked up a traditional guitar and applied finger-style techniques he had absorbed over the years from such greats as Leo Kottke and Bert Jansch. Using these finger style techniques as a platform, he honed his original style made up of multi-textured rhythms and facets of the rich, indigenous music of his upbringing and surroundings in South Africa. Tony returns to the stage at Old Town School after bringing down the house in his debut U.S. appearance in the 2007 Afrofolk series.

An African Guitar workshop with Tony Cox is offered in the Thursday Workshop Series on Thursday, June 18th.

Orquesta La Crema @ Navy Pier Beer Garden (600 E. Grand Ave)
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 | 6:00 - 6:45 Dance Lessons; 7:30 - 10:00 Live Music; 9:30 Fireworks
Chicago, IL
Chicago SummerDance at Navy Pier 2009 presents free salsa dance lessons and live music by Orquesta La Crema, performing Afro-Latin Caribbean dance music.

Guitarra Azul @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage Ave.)
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers.

Fiestas Puertorriqueñas @ Humboldt Park (Sacramento Ave. and Division St.)
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 | 12:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Performing artists: Alexis y Fido, North Rock 360, DLG, Technico, and local talent.

Rebel Roots @ Wicker Well (1637 W. North Ave.)
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Reggae, dub, and roots. Rebel Roots is organic, raw, soulful reggae with an undeniably international and positive vibration. Born and raised in Catadupa, Jamaica, frontman and lead vocalist Eddy Graham lends a uniquely authentic island flavor to this talented group of multicultural musicians. With members reigning from Jamaica, Poland, Ethiopia, Chicago, and Detroit, Rebel Roots cooks up a special blend of musical and cultural influences that converge to form an infectiously funky reggae experience.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, June 16th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Rico @ Libertyville Summer Concert Series
Tuesday, June 16th, 2009 | 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Independece Grove, IL
They are influenced and inspired by all the innovative rock, soul, jazz, afro-cuban, blues, funk, reggae, and hip-hop pioneers.

Caribica @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage Ave.)
Tuesday, June 16th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
CARIBICA was formed in 2002. Originally known as Grupo Amigo, founding members Angel Camacho, Victor Camacho, and Giovanni "Jose" Perez performed a combination of Latin contemporaries and classics with a mix of some easy listening and pop. After inviting a guest guitarist to jam with them for a few numbers, Johnny Rupar soon became the fourth member. Their play list soon grew to include oldies and eventually rock classics. After 3 years of playing together, the band became tighter musically and began including original songs to their performances. In late 2004 they changed the name of the group to CARIBICA not only to better highlight the palatable blend of Caribbean and American music sharing the stage together, but also as a reflection of the band members themselves. Carlos Alvarez became the fifth member of the group and added percussion that allowed a larger variety of American oldies, rock, and Latin rhythms to really come together. CARIBICA has several promotional CD's recorded and the band has amassed quite a following over the years as their popularity continues to grow! With Angel thumping a mean bass, Victor on congas, keyboards and vocals, Giovanni "Jose" on rhythm guitar and vocals, Johnny on lead guitar and keyboards and Carlos on the drums, CARIBICA will make you sing, dance and enjoy your favorite tunes in a style that will not be soon forgotten!

Fiestas Puertorriqueñas @ Humboldt Park (Sacramento Ave. and Division St.)
Tuesday, June 16th, 2009 | 12:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Performances by Tony Vega, Johnny El Brabo y Los Pleneros de la Fé, Samuel Hernandoz, Ezequiel Colón, Orquesta Rebaño, and Service.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, June 14th, 2009 | 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Caribica @ St. Bart´s Festival (4949 W. Patterson Ave.)
Sunday, June 14th, 2009 | 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
CARIBICA was formed in 2002. Originally known as Grupo Amigo, founding members Angel Camacho, Victor Camacho, and Giovanni "Jose" Perez performed a combination of Latin contemporaries and classics with a mix of some easy listening and pop. After inviting a guest guitarist to jam with them for a few numbers, Johnny Rupar soon became the fourth member. Their play list soon grew to include oldies and eventually rock classics. After 3 years of playing together, the band became tighter musically and began including original songs to their performances. In late 2004 they changed the name of the group to CARIBICA not only to better highlight the palatable blend of Caribbean and American music sharing the stage together, but also as a reflection of the band members themselves. Carlos Alvarez became the fifth member of the group and added percussion that allowed a larger variety of American oldies, rock, and Latin rhythms to really come together. CARIBICA has several promotional CD's recorded and the band has amassed quite a following over the years as their popularity continues to grow! With Angel thumping a mean bass, Victor on congas, keyboards and vocals, Giovanni "Jose" on rhythm guitar and vocals, Johnny on lead guitar and keyboards and Carlos on the drums, CARIBICA will make you sing, dance and enjoy your favorite tunes in a style that will not be soon forgotten!

Rico @ Arlington Park (2200 W. Euclid)
Saturday, June 13th, 2009 | 1:00 pm
Arlington Heights, IL
They are influenced and inspired by all the innovative rock, soul, jazz, afro-cuban, blues, funk, reggae, and hip-hop pioneers.

Baile de Bomba @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage Ave.)
Friday, June 12th, 2009 | 8:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
The Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center hosts bomba music for everyone.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, June 12th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Guitarra Azul @ Maya Del Sol (144 S. Oak Park Ave.)
Friday, June 12th, 2009 | 8:30 - 11:30 pm
Oak Park, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. no cover.

Guitarra Azul @ Cafe Bolero (2252 N. Western Ave.)
Friday, June 12th, 2009 | 7:30 - 9:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Flamenco fusion band with dancers. NO COVER.

Bandoleros @ Chicago Summer Dance (Spirit of the Garden, Grant Park 601 S. Michigan Ave.)
Thursday, June 11th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dance Lesson; 7:30 - 9:30 pm Live Performance
Chicago, IL
The 13th annual Chicago SummerDance Series presents free Flamenco Rumba dance lessons by Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater and live music by Bandoleros, who have a distinctive international flair and charisma, combining rhythmical styling and sounds of the Caribbean and Mediterranean influences.

World Music Wednesdays featuring the Earwig Music 30-Year Anniversary Bash @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, June 10th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The Old Town School with assistance from the Mayor’s Office of Special Events celebrate the 30-year anniversary of one of Chicago’s venerated Blues labels, Earwig Music in anticipation of the Chicago Blues Festival June 12-14, 2009. Johnny Drummer & the Starliters and Liz Mandeville & the Blue Points both of the Earwig label will both grace the stage presenting top flight Blues.

Johnny Drummer is a celebrated multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and prolific songwriter who has been on the circuit along side Blues’ biggest stars since the 50’s. "Johnny Drummer’s suave vocals, front and center, are rich and full of character…" – Blues Revue

Liz Mandeville is an extraordinary vocalist that holds the distinction of being the only white vocalist to perform regularly at the internationally known Blue Chicago nightclubs, where she held court from 1994 to 1999. She’s a high voltage performer and a red hot mama. "She delivers…with unimpeachable enthusiasm and lusty gusto. Look at her indeed." – Living Blues

A Blues songwriting and composition workshop with Johnny and Liz is offered in the Thursday Workshop Series on Thursday, June 11th.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, June 9th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, June 7th, 2009 | 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Rico @ Navy Pier Beer Garden
Saturday, June 6th, 2009 | 8:00 - 11:00 pm
Chicago
They are influenced and inspired by all the innovative rock, soul, jazz, afro-cuban, blues, funk, reggae, and hip-hop pioneers.

La Llamada @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage Ave.)
Friday, June 5th, 2009 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
SRBCC presents La Llamada, on the 1st Friday of every month. Share your poems, loose thoughts, songs and other musings. Hosted by Grupo Yuba’s very own Hector "HecOne" Rivera.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Friday, June 5th, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, June 5th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

CALJE: Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble 7tet hosted by HotHouse @ Fizz (3220 N. Lincoln 2nd Floor)
Friday, June 5th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
CALJE (Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble) was formed in efforts to fuse the musical treasures of Afro-Latin American music and Jazz as well as musicians from Chicago´s diverse Latin and Jazz community. With a global sound and ensemble, CALJE has played in some of the finest performance halls and highlights many of Chicago´s luminaries.

Fernandito Ferrer @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage)
Thursday, June 4th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Born on july 27th 1978, Fernando Antonio Ferrer Cruz has been a young pioneer among the new breed of singer-songwriters in Puerto Rico. He first appeared on stage in Lares ’97 and from then on has been known all around the Island and abroad. Originally from San German, Ferrer draws from the Nueva Trova giants of the ‘70s but has also developed his own language within his work. His percussive guitar technique and impressive vocal abilities together with the good use of subtle yet powerful melody and poetic imagery puts this small-towner’s music in a much wider context. His style is best compared to the works of Tracy Chapman, Annie D’Franco, Antonio Caban Vale, Silvio Rodriguez and Nick Drake. In January ’02 he published his self-produced dedut album “Después de Tanto Tiempo” recorded in Santo Domingo. In it he merged his prior influences as a drummer, his love for jazz and his passion for folk music from around the globe. The end result is a soothing sound that although undeniably latin overcomes all territorial boundaries. Since then he has appeared in several festivals and recordings in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, the United States and Mexico.

World Music Wednesdays featuring Tribute to the Latin Legends @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Manuel "Mannix" Martinez is a singer and musical director from Ponce, Puerto Rico who now resides in Chicago. One of Puerto Rico's legendary Soneros, he rose to fame with "Orquesta La Terrifica" and later joined the legendary "Sonora Poncena" performing with that group for 13 years and recording two gold records. His golden voice has taken him from Madison Square Garden to the Bellas Artes in Puerto Rico to Europe and Brazil. He has also performed on stage along side Latin superstars like Celia Cruz, Pete El Conde, and Ritmo Oriental de Cuba.
Mannix's Tribute to The Latin Legends focuses on the music of legends that are no longer with us including Ismael Rivera, La Sonora Matancera and Celia Cruz.
A Salsa percussion workshop with Johnny Blas is offered in theThursday Workshop Series on Thursday, June 4th.

Music Without Borders presents Dulsori @ Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park (201 E. Randolph)
Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009 | 6:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, Millennium Park presents the
fourth year of the popular international music series, Music Without
Borders, featuring traditional folk and pop artists from around the globe.
The series, which consists of eight free concerts at the Jay Pritzker
Pavilion in Millennium Park, features music from South Korea, Morocco,
Peru, Pakistan, Cape Verde and more. Music Without Borders is part of the
City of Chicago’s ongoing celebration of world music. For more
information, call 312.742.1168.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, May 31st, 2009 | 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Rico @ North Avenue Beach Boatchouse (1603 N. Lakeshore - just east of Lake Shore Drive at the North Ave. exit)
Sunday, May 31st, 2009 | 1:00 pm
Chicago, IL
They are influenced and inspired by all the innovative rock, soul, jazz, afro-cuban, blues, funk, reggae, and hip-hop pioneers.

Bombazo @ AfriCaribe Cultural Center (2547 W. Division St.)
Saturday, May 30th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
AfriCaribe hosts their monthly Bombazo, which gathers many of Chicago´s top bomba practitioners.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, May 29th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

El Payo at Tumbao (3213 W Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, May 28th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
El Payo is the only Rumba/Nuevo Flamenco group of its class in Chicago. Its members come from diverse ethnic backgrounds, hailing from countries such as Mexico, Ecuador and Colombia. Their distinct sound is influenced by a rich combination of rumbas, traditional and modern flamenco, as well as a repertoire of classic Latin American songs done with a different flare.

World Music Wednesdays featuring Las Guitarras de España @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, May 27th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Over the past nine years, Las Guitarras de Espana has consistently performed to sold-out venues in Chicago and the Midwest. Members of the ensemble have roots from Brazil, Peru, Italy, Cuba, Mexico, and Portugal and they have traveled to, and performed or studied in, over 30 countries. In the fall of 2005, the ensemble, in collaboration with Clinard Dance Theatre, presented "Unraveling Rhythms" to audiences in the Midwest. The collaboration produced 17 successful performances which were highlighted by sold out shows, guest artists from India, and international praise of the work. The rich palette of this ensemble includes elements of Cuban, Arabic, and Indian music along with an underlying focus on Spanish guitar music and dance.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, May 26th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, May 24th, 2009 | 11:00 am
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Friday, May 22nd, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Ogunda Masá @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln)
Friday, May 22nd, 2009 | 9:30 pm-2:00 am
Chicago, IL
Starting April 3rd and every Friday night at Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (Lincoln Ave location) hosts Raices Fridays.

The night is a weekly showcase of some of Chicago’s finest traditional Afro-Latin music ensembles and will benefit a different charity every month.

Proceeds of every Friday night over the course of the month will go to the pre-selected charity, including every sale of Las Tablas’ famous sangria, widely acknowledged as one of the tastiest sangrias in the city.

The Chicago Aids Marathon (Every Friday in April) and the The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago (Every Friday in May) are the first two organizations to co-host these events with us.

The objective of this very special event series is to provide the public with a place where they can treat themselves to a unique musical experience while at the same time raising money for benevolent social causes.

OgundaMasá is a performance group committed to preserving and performing various African influenced musical traditions from Cuba. The group is comprised of musicians, educators, and cultural affiliates working as a collective to continue and extend these traditions in Chicago. The group performs folkloric genres such as Rumba, Batá, Palo, Bembé and Güiro in both secular and religious settings.

Rumba is a folkloric Afro-Cuban genre of music and an umbrella term for different rhythms such as Guaguancó, Yambú, Abakuá, and Columbia. This style of music was one of the first to blend black percussion and rhythm with Spanish lyrics. It first developed in the barrios and ports of Havana and Matanzas and later spread to the entire island, Latin America, and now to Chicago.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, May 22nd, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Flamenco Tablao with Idilio and El Payo @ HotLoft above Fizz (3220 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, May 22nd, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
$12 in advance, $15 at the door.

Idilio: Chiara Mangiameli, Diego Alonso and Kassandra Kocoshis.

Influenced by the musicians' roots, upbringing and education, Idilio is a flamenco music trio featuring traditional as well as original vocals and accompaniment. Diego's interest in jazz and its influence on modern flamenco compositions, are paired with Kassandra's versatility and education in classical percussion, while Chiara's roots come through in her bulerías rendition of a popular Italian song.

Idilio's self-titled debut cd is a culmination of a year's worth of rehearsals, a reflection of the musicians individual studies in flamenco and their teachers and collaborating artists' influence. The cd will also feature Victor Garcia on trumpet, Colin Bunn on tres guitar and a collaboration with Carlo Basile as co-composer of one of Idilio's tracks.

El Payo is the only Rumba/Nuevo Flamenco group of its class in Chicago. Its members come from diverse countries, such as Spain, Mexico, Ecuador, Colombia, and Peru. Their distinct sound is influenced by a rich combination of upbeat rumbas, traditional and nuevo flamenco, as well as a repertoire of classic Latin American songs. El Payo offers something for all the senses. Their dynamic and soulful sound keeps your ears at full attention, while your eyes focus on intense and passionate flamenco dance performances. The group is led by singer David Gonzalez, singer/dancer Angela Ponzio, flamenco guitarist David Chiriboga, bass guitarist/flamenco guitarist Tom Kimball, percussionist/drummer Raul Fernandez, and flamenco dancer/percussionist Edwin Suarez.

World Music Wednesdays featuring Lokua Kanza @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, May 20th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The Old Town School of Folk Music and the Program of African Studies at Northwestern University present Lokua Kanza, one of the most accomplished Congolese recording artists on the scene. He is a prolific singer, songwriter, and composer known for his soulful folksy sound, unusual in the land of Soukous. He has worked and performed with the top names in the business such as Papa Wemba, Manu Dibango, Youssou N'Dour, and Angelique Kidjo to name a few. Lokua's music incorporates many natural sounds from the rainforest including the symphonic chants of the pygmies. Lokua Kanza is on a rare U.S. tour with his band and will be making his Chicago debut at The Old Town School.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, May 19th, 2009 | 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Instituto Cervantes Chamber Orchestra @ Northeastern Illinois University (5500 S. St. Louis Ave)
Sunday, May 17th, 2009 | 1:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Original works by young composers from diverse ethnicities and rarely performed pieces by Spanish and Latin American composers.

yves francois et rocambu jazz @ African Harambee Ethiopian Restaurant (7537 N Clark St)
Sunday, May 17th, 2009 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Jazz, rumbas and biguines. Phone: 773.764.2200

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4820 W. Irving Park Rd.)
Saturday, May 16th, 2009 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Salsa and Latin Jazz. Phone: 773.202.0999

Tango Journey from Buenos Aires to the World @ Ritz Tango Cafe (933 N. Ashland Ave.)
Saturday, May 16th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live performance w/dancers Jorge Niedas, Maria Ines Camou, Agustin Alvarez (guitar), Clementina Moreira (voice) & Eduardo Nijensohn (voice). BYOB. Tickets $20 $45 Phone: 312.217.0304

Tarima Son @ La Decima Musa (1901 S Loomis St)
Saturday, May 16th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Regional Mexican / Latin /Folk.

Nuestro Tambó @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln)
Friday, May 15th, 2009 | 9:30 pm-2:00 am
Chicago, IL
Benefits Red Cross of Greater Chicagoland. ($5)

Starting April 3rd and every Friday night at Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (Lincoln Ave location) hosts Raices Fridays.

The night is a weekly showcase of some of Chicago’s finest traditional Afro-Latin music ensembles and will benefit a different charity every month.

Proceeds of every Friday night over the course of the month will go to the pre-selected charity, including every sale of Las Tablas’ famous sangria, widely acknowledged as one of the tastiest sangrias in the city.

The Chicago Aids Marathon (Every Friday in April) and the The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago (Every Friday in May) are the first two organizations to co-host these events with us.

The objective of this very special event series is to provide the public with a place where they can treat themselves to a unique musical experience while at the same time raising money for benevolent social causes.

Nuestro Tambo is comprised of second and third generation Puerto Rican men and women who hail from the inner-city of Chicago and have committed themselves to the promotion and celebration of the AfroPuerto Rican genres of Plena and Bomba.

They compose original songs, incorporate their urban experience through the usage of elements such as rap and Spoken Word, and easily interchange instruments, microphones and dance space with one another as all of the members are interdisciplinary artists. Nuestro Tambo has departed from what has become accepted as the traditional representation of these genres and has made this music more accessible to young urban dwellers more often drawn to the commercialized forms of Salsa, Hip Hop and Reggaeton.

The musical product of this group may best be described as diasporic as it incorporates other Caribbean sounds and the lived experience of those outside of Puerto Rico. Nuestro Tambo makes a necessary contribution to the broad gamut of Latino music in Chicago. In unparalleled fashion, they are able to fuse traditional music with contemporary urban experience and draw directly from their immediate environments to create a unique sound.

Yves francois et Rocambu Jazz @ Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington St.
Friday, May 15th, 2009 | 12:15 pm
Chicago, IL
African jazz, rumbas.

Tierra Colombiana @ Depaul University- Cortelyou Commons (2324 N. Fremont St.)
Friday, May 15th, 2009 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Latin dance with Ritmo Dembow.

Ojos Gitanos @ Alhambra Palace restaurant (1240 W Randolph St)
Friday, May 15th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Flamenco music.

Paulinho Garcia @ HotLoft (3220 N. Lincoln Ave)
Friday, May 15th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
With Michael Allemana and Heitor Garcia. $12.

Papo Santiago & Orquesta Infraverde @ Accent Club (700 N. River Rd.)
Friday, May 15th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Mount Prospect, IL
Salsa Dura. Phone: 847.298.2233

Bossa Tres with Mwelva @ Ole Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, May 15th, 2009 | 10:45 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Every Friday, Brazilian Fusion at Ole Tapas Lounge.

Bossa Tres @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, May 14th, 2009 | 8 pm
Chicago, IL
Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full Brazilian sound with three very talented musicians (Dill, Luciano, and Marcos) who have been playing together for almost 15 years. If you like Bossa Nova, Samba, Pagode and the vast musical culture of Brazil, don't miss this intimate concert.

Mayan Marimba Workshop @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Thursday, May 14th, 2009 | 6:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Workshop with Carlos Mejía, master Maya Quiche marimbero. Price for the workshop is $20.

Guitarra Azul @ Cafe Bolero (2252 N. Western Ave.)
Thursday, May 14th, 2009 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Acoustic, Latin, Flamenco.

Alfonso Ponticelli, Goran Ivanovic & Andreas Kapsalis @ Katerina's (1920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Thursday, May 14th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Gypsy-Jazz, Flamenco, Mediterranean, Balkan & Classical. $10. Phone: 773-348-7592

Samba Soul Thursdays @ Coco (2723 W. Division St.)
Thursday, May 14th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Luciano Antonio & Planeta Azul with special guests Unidos Do Quilombo(performing batucada) and Passistas Samba Dancers. Phone: 773.384.4811

Candela @ ñ 2977 N. Elston
Thursday, May 14th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IN
CANDELA (A night of Afro Cuban, Electronic Tango, House Latino, Classic Salsa Dura & Afro-Cuban sounds with DJ Chavez.

World Music Wednesdays featuring Marimba Nacional de Concierto @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, May 13th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago
The Old Town School and the Mayan Folkloric Organization present the Marimba Nacional de Concierto. This celebrated ensemble formed by Lester Homero God’nez Orantes in 1975 has been a driving force in the international promotion of Guatemala's national instrument since its founding. They were recently recognized as the Best Marimba in Guatemala and have embarked on a select tour of the United States with the generous support of the government of the Republic of Guatemala. The Mayan Folkloric Organization of Chicago will provide the opening ceremony in the form of a traditional Mayan ritual blessing called 'Tojo'.

Luciano Antonio (Brazilian Jazz Guy) @ Close Up 2 (416 S. Clark)
Wednesday, May 13th, 2009 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Solo performance singing mostly originals.

Black Bear Combo @ Backstory Cafe (6100 S. Blackstone)
Wednesday, May 13th, 2009 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Tango Soul music.

Chicago Afro-Beat Project @ Reggie's Music Joint (2105 S. State St.)
Wednesday, May 13th, 2009 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Funk, rock, jazz, afro-cuban, high life and juju music.

The Sound Conspiracy @ The Dark Room (2210 W.Chicago)
Wednesday, May 13th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Electroacoustic Samba.

Baile de Bomba @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage Ave.)
Friday, May 8th, 2009 | 8:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago
The Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center hosts bomba music for everyone.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Friday, May 8th, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Ogunda Masá @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln)
Friday, May 8th, 2009 | 9:30 pm-2:00 am
Chicago, IL
Starting April 3rd and every Friday night at Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (Lincoln Ave location) hosts Raices Fridays.

The night is a weekly showcase of some of Chicago’s finest traditional Afro-Latin music ensembles and will benefit a different charity every month.

Proceeds of every Friday night over the course of the month will go to the pre-selected charity, including every sale of Las Tablas’ famous sangria, widely acknowledged as one of the tastiest sangrias in the city.

The Chicago Aids Marathon (Every Friday in April) and the The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago (Every Friday in May) are the first two organizations to co-host these events with us.

The objective of this very special event series is to provide the public with a place where they can treat themselves to a unique musical experience while at the same time raising money for benevolent social causes.

OgundaMasá is a performance group committed to preserving and performing various African influenced musical traditions from Cuba. The group is comprised of musicians, educators, and cultural affiliates working as a collective to continue and extend these traditions in Chicago. The group performs folkloric genres such as Rumba, Batá, Palo, Bembé and Güiro in both secular and religious settings.

Rumba is a folkloric Afro-Cuban genre of music and an umbrella term for different rhythms such as Guaguancó, Yambú, Abakuá, and Columbia. This style of music was one of the first to blend black percussion and rhythm with Spanish lyrics. It first developed in the barrios and ports of Havana and Matanzas and later spread to the entire island, Latin America, and now to Chicago.

En Tu Ciudad @ The Bottom Lounge (1375 W. Lake Street)
Friday, May 8th, 2009
Remezcla.com and MySpace Latino present the Chicago stop of their "En Tu Ciudad" concert series on Friday, May 8th at The Bottom Lounge with live performances by Making Movies, Los Vicios de Papa, Saber and DJ David Chavez spinning.

El Payo at Tumbao (3213 W Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, May 7th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
El Payo is the only Rumba/Nuevo Flamenco group of its class in Chicago. Its members come from diverse ethnic backgrounds, hailing from countries such as Mexico, Ecuador and Colombia. Their distinct sound is influenced by a rich combination of rumbas, traditional and modern flamenco, as well as a repertoire of classic Latin American songs done with a different flare.

World Music Wednesdays featuring Sidi Goma @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, May 6th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The Old Town School of Folk Music in partnership with the Kalapriya Foundation, present the extraordinary cultural phenomenon that is Sidi Goma. The Sidi African-Indians of Gujarat are a tribal Sufi community of East African origin who came to India eight centuries ago and made Gujarat their home. They carried with them their exceptionally rich musical tradition and kept it alive and flourishing through the generations, unknown to the rest of the world. A Sidi Goma performance presents an overview of Sidi ritual, from the traditional muezzin call to prayer to danced zikrs (prayers) to intoxicating drum patterns that inspire the dancers to gradually reach an ecstatic climax. The exuberant energy and joy Sidi Goma brings to the stage is captivating and powerful, their unique African-Indian heritage a fascinating discovery, and every performance an exhilarating experience. Sidi Goma are 12 performers; four drummers and eight dancers.

"Spectacular, mystical and - most importantly - fun, Gujarat's Black Sufis are a revelation." - Rhythm

Calle 13 Live @ The Metro (3730 N. Clark St.)
Wednesday, May 6th, 2009 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
You are reading correctly! Calle 13 is surprising the Chi with an unexpected show ChiRemezcla and MySpace Latino estyle.

Collect yourself and let it sink in that Calle 13 is coming for FREE (with your Myspace profile print out), for all ages show! This is the first MySpace Show Secreto in Chicago, and it couldn't get any better than this.

Before Residente, Visitante and crew hit up the stage, you will also get to see a sneak peek of their new documentary Sin Mapa. The film takes a look at the group’s adventures around Latin America last year.

This show is first-come, first-served, so get there early!

CéU @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Saturday, May 2nd, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
CéU, (pronounced like "cell" with a soft "l" ), was nominated for a Latin Grammy in 2006 for Best New Artist. Her music has been described as soul, afrobeat and electrojazz, but her roots are in Samba and her music expresses the modern urban São Paulo take on the Samba beat.

“Maybe it's time for The Girl from Ipanema to step aside and make way for the girl from Sao Paulo. She goes by the name of CéU.” – Associated Press

Frankie Vázquez @ Club Mambo (3336 N Milwaukee Ave)
Saturday, May 2nd, 2009 | Doors open at 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
One of the best soneros in the salsa world today, Frankie Vázquez brings his New York swing to the Windy City. This one is highly recommended for the lovers of traditional salsa dura.

La Llamada @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage Ave.)
Friday, May 1st, 2009 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
SRBCC presents La Llamada, on the 1st Friday of every month. Share your poems, loose thoughts, songs and other musings. Hosted by Grupo Yuba’s very own Hector "HecOne" Rivera.

CALJE: Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble 7tet hosted by HotHouse @ Fizz (3220 N. Lincoln 2nd Floor)
Friday, May 1st, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
CALJE (Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble) was formed in efforts to fuse the musical treasures of Afro-Latin American music and Jazz as well as musicians from Chicago´s diverse Latin and Jazz community. With a global sound and ensemble, CALJE has played in some of the finest performance halls and highlights many of Chicago´s luminaries.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Alhambra Palace (1240 W. Randolph St.)
Friday, May 1st, 2009 | 9:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Nuestro Tambó @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln)
Friday, May 1st, 2009 | 9:30 pm-2:00 am
Chicago, IL
Starting April 3rd and every Friday night at Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (Lincoln Ave location) hosts Raices Fridays.

The night is a weekly showcase of some of Chicago’s finest traditional Afro-Latin music ensembles and will benefit a different charity every month.

Proceeds of every Friday night over the course of the month will go to the pre-selected charity, including every sale of Las Tablas’ famous sangria, widely acknowledged as one of the tastiest sangrias in the city.

The Chicago Aids Marathon (Every Friday in April) and the The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago (Every Friday in May) are the first two organizations to co-host these events with us.

The objective of this very special event series is to provide the public with a place where they can treat themselves to a unique musical experience while at the same time raising money for benevolent social causes.

Nuestro Tambo is comprised of second and third generation Puerto Rican men and women who hail from the inner-city of Chicago and have committed themselves to the promotion and celebration of the AfroPuerto Rican genres of Plena and Bomba.

They compose original songs, incorporate their urban experience through the usage of elements such as rap and Spoken Word, and easily interchange instruments, microphones and dance space with one another as all of the members are interdisciplinary artists. Nuestro Tambo has departed from what has become accepted as the traditional representation of these genres and has made this music more accessible to young urban dwellers more often drawn to the commercialized forms of Salsa, Hip Hop and Reggaeton.

The musical product of this group may best be described as diasporic as it incorporates other Caribbean sounds and the lived experience of those outside of Puerto Rico. Nuestro Tambo makes a necessary contribution to the broad gamut of Latino music in Chicago. In unparalleled fashion, they are able to fuse traditional music with contemporary urban experience and draw directly from their immediate environments to create a unique sound.

Darwin Noguera´s Evolution Quartet @ Andy´s Jazz Club (11 E. Hubbard)
Thursday, April 30th, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Nicaraguan pianist, band leader and composer Darwin Noguera was born in Managua, and raised in Miami, Fl. He began his classical piano studies at the age of 10. At 14, he debuted with the Miami Beach Symphony Orchestra. He then moved to Chicago on a piano scholarship under the tutelage of Eteri Andjaparidze and Larry Novak at DePaul University - in 2006 he graduated with degrees in Performing Arts Management and Jazz Piano. He has accomplished an unusual fluid integration between classical, jazz, flamenco and Latin rhythms. He is the co-founder and composer for CALJE, “Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble” and founded the “Darwin Noguera’s Evolution Quintet”. Evolution Quintet will release its debut album on June of '09 under the Chicago Sessions record label. In early 2008 Darwin participated in the historic inauguration of the 1st annual Nicaraguan Jazz Festival in Managua and was again invited to perform in March of '09 with his trio. Darwin also headlined at Chicago’s Millennium Park with CALJE, alongside special guests Steve Turre, Brian Lynch, Paoli Mejias, and Howard Levy for the Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz Series presented by the Cultural Center and the Jazz Institute. You may find him performing around town with groups like Jesus Enriquez Band, Tito Carrillo’s Rumba Urbana, Guitars of Spain, Greg Ward’s We Tree, Skinny Williams, Jose Cornier, Calvary Church, among others.

OgundaMasá @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage)
Thursday, April 30th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
OgundaMasá is a performance group committed to preserving and performing various African influenced musical traditions from Cuba. The group is comprised of musicians, educators, and cultural affiliates working as a collective to continue and extend these traditions in Chicago. The group performs folkloric genres such as Rumba, Batá, Palo, Bembé and Güiro in both secular and religious settings.

Rumba is a folkloric Afro-Cuban genre of music and an umbrella term for different rhythms such as Guaguancó, Yambú, Abakuá, and Columbia. This style of music was one of the first to blend black percussion and rhythm with Spanish lyrics. It first developed in the barrios and ports of Havana and Matanzas and later spread to the entire island, Latin America, and now to Chicago.

World Music Wednesdays featuring Maeandros @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, April 29th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The group Maeandros was created in 2006 by musician and songwriter Mavrothis Kontanis to fill two needs: to show traditional folk and classical music representations of Greek and Near Eastern Music as well as more modern, broadly influenced sounds and lyrics. These pieces are not simply trying to translate poetry or writing styles from one language to another, but instead meld together simple melodies and lyrics that invite the listener into the reality and closeness of what is often artificially characterized as "East" or "West."
A Greek music workshop with the artists is offered in the Thursday Workshop Series on Thursday, April 30th.

Old Town continues its long-standing tradition of exceptional free concert programing under the direction of Mateo Mulcahy, offering the best local and touring talent in Chicago. The new series combines the best of "La Peña", "Afro-Folk", and "World Music" programs. This is the perfect mid-week concert that every music lover needs.

Grupo Cha Cha @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, April 29th, 2009 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
The Cha Cha Cha genre is derived from the combination of the suave French quadrille and the rhythmically powerful Cuban son. Just as the cha cha cha music style developed out of the marriage of several cultural backgrounds, Grupo Cha Cha brings a wealth of musical diversity to the audience through their unique performances. Grupo Cha Cha is led by flute/sax player Lise Gilly, and the line-up includes keyboard, bass, Latin percussion, drums, and vocals.

The group’s repertoire consists of vocal and instrumental versions of Afro Cuban Son, Cha Cha Cha and Mambo; Brazilian Samba and Bossa Nova; and Latin Jazz tunes intertwined with a touch of American Rhythm and Blues. Grupo Cha Cha also performs original songs and arrangements by well-known jazz pianist (and bandmember!), Steve Million.

Grupo Cha Cha is a six-piece band but they can provide trios and quartets as well. Depending on the event, they can cater to one musical style over another, or play a variety of styles. They also can play either background music or music to get you on your feet!

Mannix Martinez & Su Orquesta @ The Cubby Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, April 26th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 2:00 am
Chicago, IL
Manuel “Mannix” Martínez, singer and musical director from Ponce, Puerto Rico, now residing in Chicago.

One of Puerto Rico's legendary voices ("Soneros"), he began to be known with "Orquesta La Terrifica" & later with the legendary "Sonora Poncena" of Papo Luca & Quique.

With La Terrifica he sang a few hits like PURA, PURA (Gold Record in 1980), "OTRO LE, LO, LAI" , "QUIERO ESTAR CONTIGO", "QUITAME ESTE DOLOR" , "JUGUETES DEL DESTINO", "CASA POBRE, CASA GRANDE" , "SE ACABO LA SOLEDAD" , "NUNCA SERAS MIA" , "MI PONCE PUEBLO JARDIN" , "NO ME VUELVO A ENAMORAR" & "VECINA".

In 1986, he participated in the production“Back to Work” with Sonora Poncena where he recorded the song “CANCION”, also known as: “De que callada manera”; which he received his 2nd Golden Record in 1986. He also recorded with Poncena the songs: "PENSANDO EN TI" , "SI ALGUNA VEZ" , "CAUSAS Y AZARES" , "COMO AMIGOS" , "FE" , " PENSAMIENTO", among many others.

His hits as a singer with thiese great Orchestras has taken him to be able to sing in venues like Madison Square Garden, Coliseo Poliedro in Venezuela, Bellas Artes in P.R., El Pascual Guerrero in Cali Colombia, Peru, Venezuela, Panama, Europe and Brazil.

He has been able to sing with Latin superstars like The Queen Celia Cruz, Pete El Conde, Ismael Miranda, Cheo Feliciano & Ritmo Oriental de Cuba.

Bombazo @ AfriCaribe Cultural Center (2547 W. Division St.)
Saturday, April 25th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Monthly Bombazo gathers some of Chicago´s top bomba practitioners.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Friday, April 24th, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Ogunda Masá @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln)
Friday, April 24th, 2009 | 9:30 pm-2:00 am
Chicago, IL
Starting April 3rd and every Friday night at Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (Lincoln Ave location) hosts Raices Fridays.

The night is a weekly showcase of some of Chicago’s finest traditional Afro-Latin music ensembles and will benefit a different charity every month.

Proceeds of every Friday night over the course of the month will go to the pre-selected charity, including every sale of Las Tablas’ famous sangria, widely acknowledged as one of the tastiest sangrias in the city.

The Chicago Aids Marathon (Every Friday in April) and the The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago (Every Friday in May) are the first two organizations to co-host these events with us.

The objective of this very special event series is to provide the public with a place where they can treat themselves to a unique musical experience while at the same time raising money for benevolent social causes.

OgundaMasá is a performance group committed to preserving and performing various African influenced musical traditions from Cuba. The group is comprised of musicians, educators, and cultural affiliates working as a collective to continue and extend these traditions in Chicago. The group performs folkloric genres such as Rumba, Batá, Palo, Bembé and Güiro in both secular and religious settings.

Rumba is a folkloric Afro-Cuban genre of music and an umbrella term for different rhythms such as Guaguancó, Yambú, Abakuá, and Columbia. This style of music was one of the first to blend black percussion and rhythm with Spanish lyrics. It first developed in the barrios and ports of Havana and Matanzas and later spread to the entire island, Latin America, and now to Chicago.

Night of Spain at the Latino Film Festival
Friday, April 24th, 2009 | 6:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Friday, April 24, 2009

Lo mejor de mí / The Best of Me
Spain 86 min.
6:00 p.m. Film Screening AMC Loews Pipers Alley 4
1608 N. Wells St., Chicago IL 60614
8:00 p.m. Cocktail Reception with Live Entertainment
Chicago History Museum
1601 N. Clark St., Chicago IL 60614
Tickets $ 35 General / $ 30 ILCC Member

All purchased Special Event tickets held at will-call desk

When Raquel (Marian Alvarez) was a little girl, she couldn't understand why everyone constantly talked about love on the radio, television, Saturday afternoon films and especially in music lyrics. She always wondered what would happen if she didn't find anyone to love her. When Raquel moves in with Tomas she will have to ask herself what she’s willing to do for love. She will discover how beautiful, and at the same time how difficult it is to love someone. This emotionally honest melodrama has garnered Best Feature Film awards at the International Film Festival of Locarno, Switzerland and at the Primavera Cinematografica in Lorca.

Darwin Noguera´s Evolution Quartet @ Andy´s Jazz Club (11 E. Hubbard)
Thursday, April 23rd, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Nicaraguan pianist, band leader and composer Darwin Noguera was born in Managua, and raised in Miami, Fl. He began his classical piano studies at the age of 10. At 14, he debuted with the Miami Beach Symphony Orchestra. He then moved to Chicago on a piano scholarship under the tutelage of Eteri Andjaparidze and Larry Novak at DePaul University - in 2006 he graduated with degrees in Performing Arts Management and Jazz Piano. He has accomplished an unusual fluid integration between classical, jazz, flamenco and Latin rhythms. He is the co-founder and composer for CALJE, “Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble” and founded the “Darwin Noguera’s Evolution Quintet”. Evolution Quintet will release its debut album on June of '09 under the Chicago Sessions record label. In early 2008 Darwin participated in the historic inauguration of the 1st annual Nicaraguan Jazz Festival in Managua and was again invited to perform in March of '09 with his trio. Darwin also headlined at Chicago’s Millennium Park with CALJE, alongside special guests Steve Turre, Brian Lynch, Paoli Mejias, and Howard Levy for the Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz Series presented by the Cultural Center and the Jazz Institute. You may find him performing around town with groups like Jesus Enriquez Band, Tito Carrillo’s Rumba Urbana, Guitars of Spain, Greg Ward’s We Tree, Skinny Williams, Jose Cornier, Calvary Church, among others.

Jorge Emmannueli y sus Bomberos at Tumbao (3213 W Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, April 23rd, 2009 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Jorge Emmanuelli Náter, elder twin of “los gemelos Emmanuelli” and great-grandson of master Bomba drummer Sergio Náter, founded and directed Grupo Folklórico de Bomba y Plena Raíces Eternas. In more than twenty years of work with leading cultural workers in Puerto Rico, he has had the opportunity to collaborate with ensembles such as Grupo Folklórico Agueybaná, La Familia Cepeda, Cimiento de Puerto Rico, Calabó, Guateque, Mayombe and many others. He has also studied and worked with cultural workers outside of Puerto Rico including countries such as Burkina Faso (Africa,) Sri Lanka, Honduras, Georgia (East Europe), México, Italy, France, and Cuba.

Jorge Emmanuelli is considered a master drummer, singer, dancer, and composer of both Bomba and Plena in Puerto Rico. He recently moved to Chicago and his new group “Jorge Emmanuelli y sus Bomberos” debuted at Tumbao last March in front of a lively audience.

World Music Wednesdays featuring Tinariwen @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009 | 7:00pm and 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Tinariwen is a band of Touareg musicians, members of the nomadic culture of northern Mali's Sahara region and their instantly identifiable sound is a spellbinding, trance-like desert blues. Influenced for decades by western rock and formed in a rebel military camp, this group traded in the traditional stringed instruments for electric guitars to accompany their ornate vocal style. Their participation in the Touareg struggle for independence has informed their lyrics and their gutsy sound.

"Like a jewel in the sand, Tinariwen captures the imagination and restores your faith in the raw, hypnotic power of music." Wanderlust (UK)

Old Town continues its long-standing tradition of exceptional free concert programing under the direction of Mateo Mulcahy, offering the best local and touring talent in Chicago. The new series combines the best of "La Peña", "Afro-Folk", and "World Music" programs. This is the perfect mid-week concert that every music lover needs.

Noche Mexicana at The Chicago Latino Film Festival
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009 | 6:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Arráncame la vida / Tear This Heart Out
Mexico 110 min.
6:00 p.m. Cocktail Reception with Live Entertainment
8:00 p.m. Film Screening Thorne Auditorium at Northwestern Univ.
375 E. Chicago Ave., Chicago IL 60611
Tickets $ 50 General / $ 40 ILCC Member

Film only tickets sold exclusively at door 7:00 p.m. $15 Film only $12 ILCC member All purchased Special Event tickets held at will-call desk

Based on the novel by Angeles Mastretta, and set in the backdrop of Mexico's post-revolution of the '30s and '40s. The film evokes the politics, love, murder and passion of the time. Story begins with the beautiful Catalina Guzmán (Ana Claudia Talancón) who at an early age, marries an older, charismatic and cunning General, Andrés Ascencio (Daniel Giménez Cacho). Dazzled by his world, Catalina escorts him on his political campaigns, observing at his side the intriguing political system in order for her to obtain social justice. She soon discovers, that by dedicating her life to the General, she might not attain her freedom. Tear This Heart Out was Mexico's official entry for the Academy Awards® consideration and one of the most expensive and successful films in Mexican cinema history.

Johnny Blas Latin Jazz @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live Latin Music Wednesdays at Carnivale showcases Johnny Blas. Percussionist/bandleader/composer Johnny Blas is a New York native who has performed and recorded in the world of Jazz and Latin music for over 25 years. Johnny is one of the few conga players on the West Coast who leads his own band. His diverse experience has enabled him to equally display his exceptional talents, energy and profound versatility, by leading a Latin Jazz Band. His mastery of music allows him the ability to easily adapt and cover a broad spectrum. Johnny’s rich fresh sound captivates his audience like no other. Johnny has 5 Latin Jazz CD recordings out under the Cubop Label. The recordings showcase a majority of his own original arrangements.

His music is currently played in the Top 10 U.S. radio markets and throughout Europe. His latest CD shows a different side of Johnny with a funky world beat fusing Latin, Funk and Jazz together. He is also featured on one of his tunes playing the soprano saxophone which was one of his original instruments before he began playing percussion.

Nuestro Tambó @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln)
Friday, April 17th, 2009 | 9:30 pm-2:00 am
Chicago, IL
Starting April 3rd and every Friday night at Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (Lincoln Ave location) hosts Raices Fridays.

The night is a weekly showcase of some of Chicago’s finest traditional Afro-Latin music ensembles and will benefit a different charity every month.

Proceeds of every Friday night over the course of the month will go to the pre-selected charity, including every sale of Las Tablas’ famous sangria, widely acknowledged as one of the tastiest sangrias in the city.

The Chicago Aids Marathon (Every Friday in April) and the The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago (Every Friday in May) are the first two organizations to co-host these events with us.

The objective of this very special event series is to provide the public with a place where they can treat themselves to a unique musical experience while at the same time raising money for benevolent social causes.

Nuestro Tambo is comprised of second and third generation Puerto Rican men and women who hail from the inner-city of Chicago and have committed themselves to the promotion and celebration of the AfroPuerto Rican genres of Plena and Bomba.

They compose original songs, incorporate their urban experience through the usage of elements such as rap and Spoken Word, and easily interchange instruments, microphones and dance space with one another as all of the members are interdisciplinary artists. Nuestro Tambo has departed from what has become accepted as the traditional representation of these genres and has made this music more accessible to young urban dwellers more often drawn to the commercialized forms of Salsa, Hip Hop and Reggaeton.

The musical product of this group may best be described as diasporic as it incorporates other Caribbean sounds and the lived experience of those outside of Puerto Rico. Nuestro Tambo makes a necessary contribution to the broad gamut of Latino music in Chicago. In unparalleled fashion, they are able to fuse traditional music with contemporary urban experience and draw directly from their immediate environments to create a unique sound.

Opening Night at The Latino Film Festival
Friday, April 17th, 2009 | 6:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Friday, April 17, 2009

El regalo / The Gift
Chile 108 min.
6:00 p.m. Film Screening
AMC River East 21
322 E. Illinois St., Chicago IL 60611
8:00 p.m. Cocktail Reception with Live Entertainment

Darwin Noguera´s Evolution Quartet @ Andy´s Jazz Club (11 E. Hubbard)
Thursday, April 16th, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Nicaraguan pianist, band leader and composer Darwin Noguera was born in Managua, and raised in Miami, Fl. He began his classical piano studies at the age of 10. At 14, he debuted with the Miami Beach Symphony Orchestra. He then moved to Chicago on a piano scholarship under the tutelage of Eteri Andjaparidze and Larry Novak at DePaul University - in 2006 he graduated with degrees in Performing Arts Management and Jazz Piano. He has accomplished an unusual fluid integration between classical, jazz, flamenco and Latin rhythms. He is the co-founder and composer for CALJE, “Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble” and founded the “Darwin Noguera’s Evolution Quintet”. Evolution Quintet will release its debut album on June of '09 under the Chicago Sessions record label. In early 2008 Darwin participated in the historic inauguration of the 1st annual Nicaraguan Jazz Festival in Managua and was again invited to perform in March of '09 with his trio. Darwin also headlined at Chicago’s Millennium Park with CALJE, alongside special guests Steve Turre, Brian Lynch, Paoli Mejias, and Howard Levy for the Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz Series presented by the Cultural Center and the Jazz Institute. You may find him performing around town with groups like Jesus Enriquez Band, Tito Carrillo’s Rumba Urbana, Guitars of Spain, Greg Ward’s We Tree, Skinny Williams, Jose Cornier, Calvary Church, among others.

Jorge Emmannueli y sus Bomberos at Tumbao (3213 W Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, April 16th, 2009 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Jorge Emmanuelli Náter, elder twin of “los gemelos Emmanuelli” and great-grandson of master Bomba drummer Sergio Náter, founded and directed Grupo Folklórico de Bomba y Plena Raíces Eternas. In more than twenty years of work with leading cultural workers in Puerto Rico, he has had the opportunity to collaborate with ensembles such as Grupo Folklórico Agueybaná, La Familia Cepeda, Cimiento de Puerto Rico, Calabó, Guateque, Mayombe and many others. He has also studied and worked with cultural workers outside of Puerto Rico including countries such as Burkina Faso (Africa,) Sri Lanka, Honduras, Georgia (East Europe), México, Italy, France, and Cuba.

Jorge Emmanuelli is considered a master drummer, singer, dancer, and composer of both Bomba and Plena in Puerto Rico. He recently moved to Chicago and his new group “Jorge Emmanuelli y sus Bomberos” will debut at Tumbao on March 19th.

Cultura Profética @ The Green Dolphin Street (2200 N. Ashland)
Thursday, April 16th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Cultura Profética is a Puerto Rican reggae band that debuted in 1996. They have toured in Puerto Rico and across Central America and the United States. Their lyrics rely mostly on socio-political and ecological issues.

The band's first album, Canción de Alerta, was recorded in the Tuff Gong studios at Jamaica with Bob Marley's sound engineer. The album was a critical and commercial success with several singles being featured on radio.

For their second album, Ideas Nuevas, they started fusing reggae with other rhythms like bossa nova and jazz. This album was released in 2000. In 2004, Cultura Profetica began to focus on the international stage, eventually moving temporally to Mexico.[1] Their fourth studio album, M.O.T.A., was released in 2005 after a tour through that country. On July 1, 2008, the band performed in an event titled "San Juan Nights" produced by a radio station and organized in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Following this event the band planned to continue their international tour. A DVD covering their performance at Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum was released in late summer.

World Music Wednesdays featuring Andy Narell @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, April 15th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Over the course of 11 solo albums and 2 more as co-leader of the Caribbean Jazz Project (with Paquito D'Rivera), Andy Narell has pioneered the role of the steel pan in contemporary music. He has recorded with artists as diverse as Marcus Miller, Chucho Valdes, Bela Fleck, and Aretha Franklin, and has performed as a featured guest with Tito Puente, Freddie Hubbard, and the Kronos Quartet. As a bandleader he has played hundreds of concerts and jazz festivals throughout the US, Canada, Europe, Japan, the Caribbean, and South Africa. Join us for a rare solo performance from one of the world’s premiere Steel Pan artists.

Old Town continues its long-standing tradition of exceptional free concert programing under the direction of Mateo Mulcahy, offering the best local and touring talent in Chicago. The new series combines the best of "La Peña", "Afro-Folk", and "World Music" programs. This is the perfect mid-week concert that every music lover needs.

Cultura Profetica Pre-Concert at Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage)
Wednesday, April 15th, 2009 | 9:30
Chicago, IL
Cultura Profética will be at Tumbao this Wednesday to promote their US tour and their Chicago show on April 16th at The Green Dolphin (2200 N. Ashland).

Here are the highlights of the evening:

-Surprise performance
-Free ticket giveaways
-Free CD giveaways
-Photo Opportunities
-Members of "Boricuas en Chicago" that confirm attendance will be entered in a raffle to win a gift certificate for dinner at Tumbao

Cultura Profética is a Puerto Rican reggae band that debuted in 1996. They have toured in Puerto Rico and across Central America and the United States. Their lyrics rely mostly on socio-political and ecological issues.

The band's first album, Canción de Alerta, was recorded in the Tuff Gong studios at Jamaica with Bob Marley's sound engineer. The album was a critical and commercial success with several singles being featured on radio.

For their second album, Ideas Nuevas, they started fusing reggae with other rhythms like bossa nova and jazz. This album was released in 2000. In 2004, Cultura Profetica began to focus on the international stage, eventually moving temporally to Mexico.[1] Their fourth studio album, M.O.T.A., was released in 2005 after a tour through that country. On July 1, 2008, the band performed in an event titled "San Juan Nights" produced by a radio station and organized in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Following this event the band planned to continue their international tour. A DVD covering their performance at Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum was released in late summer.

Baile de Bomba @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage Ave.)
Friday, April 10th, 2009 | 8:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
The Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center hosts bomba music for everyone.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Friday, April 10th, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Ogunda Masá @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln)
Friday, April 10th, 2009 | 9:30 pm-2:00 am
Chicago, IL
Starting April 3rd and every Friday night at Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (Lincoln Ave location) hosts Raices Fridays.

The night is a weekly showcase of some of Chicago’s finest traditional Afro-Latin music ensembles and will benefit a different charity every month.

Proceeds of every Friday night over the course of the month will go to the pre-selected charity, including every sale of Las Tablas’ famous sangria, widely acknowledged as one of the tastiest sangrias in the city.

The Chicago Aids Marathon (Every Friday in April) and the The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago (Every Friday in May) are the first two organizations to co-host these events with us.

The objective of this very special event series is to provide the public with a place where they can treat themselves to a unique musical experience while at the same time raising money for benevolent social causes.

OgundaMasá is a performance group committed to preserving and performing various African influenced musical traditions from Cuba. The group is comprised of musicians, educators, and cultural affiliates working as a collective to continue and extend these traditions in Chicago. The group performs folkloric genres such as Rumba, Batá, Palo, Bembé and Güiro in both secular and religious settings.

Rumba is a folkloric Afro-Cuban genre of music and an umbrella term for different rhythms such as Guaguancó, Yambú, Abakuá, and Columbia. This style of music was one of the first to blend black percussion and rhythm with Spanish lyrics. It first developed in the barrios and ports of Havana and Matanzas and later spread to the entire island, Latin America, and now to Chicago.

Tropical Thursdays Live Latin Music Series featuring Johnny Blas and Mannix Martinez @ Excalibur (632 N. Dearborn)
Thursday, April 9th, 2009 | 7:00 pm - 4:00 am
Chicago, IL
Tropical Thursdays! Live Music Series... Thursday b4 Good Friday! No School tomorrow!

632 N. Dearborn. 4 Djs playing the best in Salsa, Mambo, Bachata, Cha Cha Cha & Cumbia Sonidera on 2 separate dance floors.

Dance lesson by Lisa "La Boriqua" at 8:30p.

Live Salsa band performance directly from Los Angeles & Puerto Rico by:

Johnny Blas Tribute to Cal Tjader And

Mannix Martinez Tribute to Latin Legends (Fomer singer for Sonora Poncena for 13 years)

Live music starts promptly at 10p.

Dance performance by The Chicago Latin Street Dance Company @ 11p

$ 10.00 adv/ $ 15.00 door.
($ 7.00 if you are on the guest list and come in from 7p-9p)

Darwin Noguera´s Evolution Quartet @ Andy´s Jazz Club (11 E. Hubbard)
Thursday, April 9th, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Nicaraguan pianist, band leader and composer Darwin Noguera was born in Managua, and raised in Miami, Fl. He began his classical piano studies at the age of 10. At 14, he debuted with the Miami Beach Symphony Orchestra. He then moved to Chicago on a piano scholarship under the tutelage of Eteri Andjaparidze and Larry Novak at DePaul University - in 2006 he graduated with degrees in Performing Arts Management and Jazz Piano. He has accomplished an unusual fluid integration between classical, jazz, flamenco and Latin rhythms. He is the co-founder and composer for CALJE, “Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble” and founded the “Darwin Noguera’s Evolution Quintet”. Evolution Quintet will release its debut album on June of '09 under the Chicago Sessions record label. In early 2008 Darwin participated in the historic inauguration of the 1st annual Nicaraguan Jazz Festival in Managua and was again invited to perform in March of '09 with his trio. Darwin also headlined at Chicago’s Millennium Park with CALJE, alongside special guests Steve Turre, Brian Lynch, Paoli Mejias, and Howard Levy for the Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz Series presented by the Cultural Center and the Jazz Institute. You may find him performing around town with groups like Jesus Enriquez Band, Tito Carrillo’s Rumba Urbana, Guitars of Spain, Greg Ward’s We Tree, Skinny Williams, Jose Cornier, Calvary Church, among others.

El Payo at Tumbao (3213 W Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, April 9th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
El Payo is the only Rumba/Nuevo Flamenco group of its class in Chicago. Its members come from diverse ethnic backgrounds, hailing from countries such as Mexico, Ecuador and Colombia. Their distinct sound is influenced by a rich combination of rumbas, traditional and modern flamenco, as well as a repertoire of classic Latin American songs done with a different flare.

Planeta Azul / Passistas Samba Dancers @ Coco (2723 W. Division St.)
Thursday, April 9th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
This diverse group specializes in all forms of Brazilian music: Samba, Batucada/Brazilian Percussion, Bossa Nova /Brazilian Jazz, Samba Reggae and MPB, to name a few. Comprised of some of the most highly regarded musicians in the Chicago music scene (Brazilian and non): Luciano Antonio (Brazilian Jazz Guy), Felipe Fraga, Heitor Garcia, Edinho Gerber, and Clarice Cast...each artist is a master of their respective craft and has the innate sense needed to achieve the passion of this compelling music and beat. NO COVER / FREE PARKING

World Music Wednesdays featuring Damian Rivero @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, April 8th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Argentinean born and raised, Damian Rivero comes from a large musical family (his grandfather was celebrated Tango singer Edmundo Rivero) but is also a product of Argentina's booming Latin Rock scene that has been a force in the industry since the '80s. He performed all over Argentina with the C-Men before signing with Warner Music in the late '90s. His first release 'Damian Rivero' was a top 10 hit in Argentina and resulted in extensive touring and a number of television appearances. Damian now calls Chicago home where he has performed in many of our city's top venues and released 'Con el Diablo en el Hombro' with Grammy nominated producer Andres Meneses. Damian brings us an inspiring tribute to Argentina's Soda Stereo, one of Latin America's seminal Latin Rock bands.

Old Town continues its long-standing tradition of exceptional free concert programing under the direction of Mateo Mulcahy, offering the best local and touring talent in Chicago. The new series combines the best of "La Peña", "Afro-Folk", and "World Music" programs. This is the perfect mid-week concert that every music lover needs.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Alhambra Palace (1240 W. Randolph St.)
Tuesday, April 7th, 2009 | 9:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Aterciopelados with Alex Cuba @ The House of Blues (329 N. Dearborn)
Sunday, April 5th, 2009 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Aterciopelados (English: the Velvety Ones/Velvet Boys), led by Andrea Echeverri and Hector Buitrago was one of the first rock bands of Colombia and is among the country's top groups. Their music fuses rock with a variety of Colombian and Latin American musical traditions to create a unique organic rock sound. Time Magazine has written, "Aterciopelados's true skill lies in its ability to take north-of-the-border musical styles…and breathe new life into them, all while giving them a distinctly Colombian sheen."

Additionally, Aterciopelados engages audiences all over the world with their socially-conscious message. Honored by the United Nations for their work denouncing violence in Colombia, Aterciopelados speaks out about myriad issues including political injustice, women's rights, and environmental destruction.

The group has been the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions. Recently, they won the Latin Grammy Award for Best Alternative Album in 2007 for Oye (Nacional Records).

In October 2008, Aterciopelados released a new studio album, Rio, on Nacional Records. The album has already received rave reviews from publications like Rolling Stone, the Washington Post, Billboard, and from NPR’s “All Things Considered.” As Vibe Magazine said, “For Aterciopelados, maturity has become a form of liberation.” The group will do an extensive United States tour April 2009 in support of the new album.

La Llamada @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage Ave.)
Friday, April 3rd, 2009 | 7:00 pm
Chicago
SRBCC presents La Llamada, on the 1st Friday of every month. Share your poems, loose thoughts, songs and other musings. Hosted by Grupo Yuba’s very own Hector "HecOne" Rivera.

Los Fabulosos Cadillac @ The Congress Theatre (2135 N. Milwaukee Ave.)
Friday, April 3rd, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL, IL
The internationally renowned and versatile Argentine band Los Fabulosos Cadillacs have been thrilling audiences with their eclectic mixture of rock, rap, ska, reggae, and traditional South American sounds for over ten years. The nine piece band began in 1985 and chose the name Los Fabulosos Cadillacs only because they thought it sounded good. Then as with now, the band is run democratically and there is no one leader; they play whatever style most appeals to them at the moment and each of their ten albums is different from the last.

Nuestro Tambó @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln)
Friday, April 3rd, 2009 | 9:30 pm-2:00 am
Chicago, IL
Starting April 3rd and every Friday night at Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (Lincoln Ave location) hosts Raices Fridays.

The night is a weekly showcase of some of Chicago’s finest traditional Afro-Latin music ensembles and will benefit a different charity every month.

Proceeds of every Friday night over the course of the month will go to the pre-selected charity, including every sale of Las Tablas’ famous sangria, widely acknowledged as one of the tastiest sangrias in the city.

The Chicago Aids Marathon (Every Friday in April) and the The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago (Every Friday in May) are the first two organizations to co-host these events with us.

The objective of this very special event series is to provide the public with a place where they can treat themselves to a unique musical experience while at the same time raising money for benevolent social causes.

Nuestro Tambo is comprised of second and third generation Puerto Rican men and women who hail from the inner-city of Chicago and have committed themselves to the promotion and celebration of the AfroPuerto Rican genres of Plena and Bomba.

They compose original songs, incorporate their urban experience through the usage of elements such as rap and Spoken Word, and easily interchange instruments, microphones and dance space with one another as all of the members are interdisciplinary artists. Nuestro Tambo has departed from what has become accepted as the traditional representation of these genres and has made this music more accessible to young urban dwellers more often drawn to the commercialized forms of Salsa, Hip Hop and Reggaeton.

The musical product of this group may best be described as diasporic as it incorporates other Caribbean sounds and the lived experience of those outside of Puerto Rico. Nuestro Tambo makes a necessary contribution to the broad gamut of Latino music in Chicago. In unparalleled fashion, they are able to fuse traditional music with contemporary urban experience and draw directly from their immediate environments to create a unique sound.

Braziliance @ Sonotheque (1444 W. Chicago)
Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Braziliance:

Urban centers like Sao Paulo, Brasília and Rio have a long history of creating sounds, both cosmopolitan and cutting edge. And for anyone familiar with Brazilian music, hybrid is as crucial an adjective as infectious. After all, Brazilians have been the quintessential postmodern musicians unearthing and exploring eccentric sounds both local and global. New Brazilian Beats explores this hybrid and infectious groove that has found its’ way to dance floors all over the world. Noted DJ/Maestro Joe Bryl leads the way, spinning from his vast collection, the pulsating new sounds you can’t ignore.

To help capture the feel of Brazil, on this night Sonotheque also offers you “The Braziliance Drinking Guide”, a special menu of liquid creations that capture the art of cocktailing in Rio. New interpertations of Mojitos and Caipirinhas are among the choices. Start off the evening with dinner at Flo (1434 W. Chicago) featuring a special Brazilian menu. Diners at Flo on Dec. 4, will be guests of Sonotheque for the event.

It is impossible to deny the influence that Brazil has on today’s global culture. From music and film to fashion and dance, Brazil has become one of the world’s most important resources of popular art and entertainment. BRAZILIANCE will bring you the finest in Brazilian sounds and culture. Sonotheque offers Brazilian beer and cocktails for your pleasure.

“Hosting DJ sets from heavy-hitters, Sonotheque has become the best place to glimpse the record collections of your favorite artists.” Robert Mentzer – URB Magazine.

Darwin Noguera´s Evolution Quartet @ Andy´s Jazz Club (11 E. Hubbard)
Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Nicaraguan pianist, band leader and composer Darwin Noguera was born in Managua, and raised in Miami, Fl. He began his classical piano studies at the age of 10. At 14, he debuted with the Miami Beach Symphony Orchestra. He then moved to Chicago on a piano scholarship under the tutelage of Eteri Andjaparidze and Larry Novak at DePaul University - in 2006 he graduated with degrees in Performing Arts Management and Jazz Piano. He has accomplished an unusual fluid integration between classical, jazz, flamenco and Latin rhythms. He is the co-founder and composer for CALJE, “Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble” and founded the “Darwin Noguera’s Evolution Quintet”. Evolution Quintet will release its debut album on June of '09 under the Chicago Sessions record label. In early 2008 Darwin participated in the historic inauguration of the 1st annual Nicaraguan Jazz Festival in Managua and was again invited to perform in March of '09 with his trio. Darwin also headlined at Chicago’s Millennium Park with CALJE, alongside special guests Steve Turre, Brian Lynch, Paoli Mejias, and Howard Levy for the Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz Series presented by the Cultural Center and the Jazz Institute. You may find him performing around town with groups like Jesus Enriquez Band, Tito Carrillo’s Rumba Urbana, Guitars of Spain, Greg Ward’s We Tree, Skinny Williams, Jose Cornier, Calvary Church, among others.

El Payo at Tumbao (3213 W Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago
El Payo is the only Rumba/Nuevo Flamenco group of its class in Chicago. Its members come from diverse ethnic backgrounds, hailing from countries such as Mexico, Ecuador and Colombia. Their distinct sound is influenced by a rich combination of rumbas, traditional and modern flamenco, as well as a repertoire of classic Latin American songs done with a different flare.

Planeta Azul / Passistas Samba Dancers @ Coco (2723 W. Division St.)
Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
This diverse group specializes in all forms of Brazilian music: Samba, Batucada/Brazilian Percussion, Bossa Nova /Brazilian Jazz, Samba Reggae and MPB, to name a few. Comprised of some of the most highly regarded musicians in the Chicago music scene (Brazilian and non): Luciano Antonio (Brazilian Jazz Guy), Felipe Fraga, Heitor Garcia, Edinho Gerber, and Clarice Cast...each artist is a master of their respective craft and has the innate sense needed to achieve the passion of this compelling music and beat. NO COVER / FREE PARKING

Bajofondo and Alma de Tango @ The House of Blues (329 N. Dearborn)
Wednesday, April 1st, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Bajofondo is a South American music band consisting of eight musicians from Argentina and Uruguay. The band, which refers to itself as a "collective of composers, singers and artists", was formerly called "Bajofondo Tango Club", but shortened the name to "Bajofondo" after they felt their style had broadened, as was announced on their live concert in Berlin in April 2008.

Often compared to Gotan Project, their earlier music had blended acoustic tango and electronic music, part of an evolving tango genre which is known as "Electrotango" or "Tango Fusion", which brought tango back into the mainstream. Besides the aforementioned mixture of tango and electronica, the band is innovative form of DNB, house music, chill out and trip-hop. Their first record, Bajofondo Tango Club, was launched in 2002 with great success, with a second lone project from pianist/DJ/composer Luciano Supervielle greeted warmly by reviewers in late 2005. More recent music from their third album, Mar Dulce, is a fusion of Latin Alternative with contemporary music forms along the Río de la Plata at the border of Argentina and Uruguay.

www.aguzate.org is a proud media sponsor of this event.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, March 31st, 2009 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Nelson Sosa @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Sunday, March 29th, 2009 | 6:00 - 9:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Nelson Sosa by himself or with his duo or trio has been playing throughout the Chicagoland area for more than 20 years. He specializes in singing and playing with his guitar the folkloric music of South & Central America. Whether it is Peruvian Waltzes, Boleros, Pasillos, Tonadas, Joropos, Rancheras, Cuecas, Tangos, Samba or Bossa Nova, he plays it all.

Bombazo @ AfriCaribe Cultural Center (2547 W. Division St.)
Saturday, March 28th, 2009 | 8:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Monthly bombazo in which everyone is invited. $5 donation.

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, March 28th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating Salsa Bands with DJ Nelson spinning contemporary and classic tropical beats.

Ozomatli @ The House of Blues (329 N. Dearborn)
Friday, March 27th, 2009 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
In their fourteen years together as a band, celebrated Los Angeles culture-mashers Ozomatli have gone from being hometown heroes to being named U.S. State Department Cultural Ambassadors.

Ozomatli has always juggled two key identities. They are the voice of their city and they are citizens of the world.

Their music-- a notorious urban-Latino-and-beyond collision of hip hop and salsa, dancehall and cumbia, samba and funk, merengue and comparsa, East LA R&B and New Orleans second line, Jamaican ragga and Indian raga-- has long followed a key mantra: it will take you around the world by taking you around L.A.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Friday, March 27th, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Planeta Azul / Passistas Samba Dancers @ Coco (2723 W. Division St.)
Thursday, March 26th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
This diverse group specializes in all forms of Brazilian music: Samba, Batucada/Brazilian Percussion, Bossa Nova /Brazilian Jazz, Samba Reggae and MPB, to name a few. Comprised of some of the most highly regarded musicians in the Chicago music scene (Brazilian and non): Luciano Antonio (Brazilian Jazz Guy), Felipe Fraga, Heitor Garcia, Edinho Gerber, and Clarice Cast...each artist is a master of their respective craft and has the innate sense needed to achieve the passion of this compelling music and beat. NO COVER / FREE PARKING

Mojito Festival @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Thursday, March 26th, 2009 | 8 - 11 pm
Chicago, IL
Live Music by Mannix Martinez Tribute to Latin Legends Band, dancing, Bacardi Girls, Mojito cart, Samba Dancers, Complimentary Masks & Beads, & Carnivale-inspired dinner specials by Chef Mark Mendez. Fabolous prizes and much more!

Darwin Noguera´s Evolution Quartet @ Andy´s Jazz Club (11 E. Hubbard)
Thursday, March 26th, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Nicaraguan pianist, band leader and composer Darwin Noguera was born in Managua, and raised in Miami, Fl. He began his classical piano studies at the age of 10. At 14, he debuted with the Miami Beach Symphony Orchestra. He then moved to Chicago on a piano scholarship under the tutelage of Eteri Andjaparidze and Larry Novak at DePaul University - in 2006 he graduated with degrees in Performing Arts Management and Jazz Piano. He has accomplished an unusual fluid integration between classical, jazz, flamenco and Latin rhythms. He is the co-founder and composer for CALJE, “Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble” and founded the “Darwin Noguera’s Evolution Quintet”. Evolution Quintet will release its debut album on June of '09 under the Chicago Sessions record label. In early 2008 Darwin participated in the historic inauguration of the 1st annual Nicaraguan Jazz Festival in Managua and was again invited to perform in March of '09 with his trio. Darwin also headlined at Chicago’s Millennium Park with CALJE, alongside special guests Steve Turre, Brian Lynch, Paoli Mejias, and Howard Levy for the Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz Series presented by the Cultural Center and the Jazz Institute. You may find him performing around town with groups like Jesus Enriquez Band, Tito Carrillo’s Rumba Urbana, Guitars of Spain, Greg Ward’s We Tree, Skinny Williams, Jose Cornier, Calvary Church, among others.

¡Candela! @ ñ bar (2977 N. Elston)
Thursday, March 26th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
"Candela" at ñ, 2977 N. Elston Ave with DJ Chávez spinning a mix of Latin grooves, including salsa dura, cumbia remixes, Afro-Cuban, old school and more.

Jorge Emmannueli y sus Bomberos at Tumbao (3213 W Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, March 26th, 2009 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Jorge Emmanuelli Náter, elder twin of “los gemelos Emmanuelli” and great-grandson of master Bomba drummer Sergio Náter, founded and directed Grupo Folklórico de Bomba y Plena Raíces Eternas. In more than twenty years of work with leading cultural workers in Puerto Rico, he has had the opportunity to collaborate with ensembles such as Grupo Folklórico Agueybaná, La Familia Cepeda, Cimiento de Puerto Rico, Calabó, Guateque, Mayombe and many others. He has also studied and worked with cultural workers outside of Puerto Rico including countries such as Burkina Faso (Africa,) Sri Lanka, Honduras, Georgia (East Europe), México, Italy, France, and Cuba.

Jorge Emmanuelli is considered a master drummer, singer, dancer, and composer of both Bomba and Plena in Puerto Rico. He recently moved to Chicago and his new group “Jorge Emmanuelli y sus Bomberos” will debut at Tumbao on March 19th.

Helder Moutinho (Portugal) @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, March 25th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Fado is a uniquely Portuguese style that can be traced to the 1820s featuring mournful tunes and lyrics expressing the longing of the pioneering Portuguese sailors. The genre, which nearly expired with the loss of Amalia Rodrigues, experienced a revival spurred by a new wave of extraordinary female artists. Helder Moutihno is a rare male voice in the international arena although he is a true veteran of the Portuguese scene known for his warm, powerful voice and depth of emotion. He appears with the traditional accompaniment of Portuguese and classical guitar.

Willie Gomez con Cache @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, March 25th, 2009 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Born in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. Willie has played professionally in Chicago since 1975. A graduate of Northeastern University under Dr. Ronald Combs in Vocalism Music performance, he has made audiences dance non-stop ever since.

William enjoys Latin tropical rhythms and specializes in Salsa, Mambo, Latin Jazz Merengue & Cha Cha Cha. The band arrangements include original songs, and the music of Hector Lavoe, Ismael Miranda, Cortijo, Ismael Rivera, Ray Barreto and Eddie Palmieri just to name a few.

He has being honored to open for and play alongside some of Latin music greats such as Celia Cruz, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, Willie Rosario, Willie Colon & Hector Lavoe, Jimmy Bosch, Bobby Valentin, Cano Estremera & Eddie Palmieri.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, March 24th, 2009 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Live Salsa Sundays @ Cubby Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, March 22nd, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 2:00 am
Chicago, IL
Rotating live bands.6p Doors open.
7p Salsa lesson by Paul from Latin Street Dancing

DJ Frankie J spins Salsa, Mambo & Tropical Rhythms all night

$ 5.00 at the door. For guest list & info click on the link below.
Great drink prices! $ 3.00 Drink Specials.. ask for them at the bar.
Free Parking!
Great music!
Amazing sound system!
Relaxed athmosphere!
Great dance floor!
kitchen open til 11pm!

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, March 21st, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating Salsa Bands with DJ Nelson spinning contemporary and classic tropical beats.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Saturday, March 21st, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
The "SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra" was started in 2006 by Chicago Salsa Instructor, and background vocalist Miguel Mendez and Chicago Pianist, Composer & Musical Director, Eliezer "Pepe" Armijos.

The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars play a vast repertoire of music including Oriinals and Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Boleros, Cha Cha Cha, Guajiras, Cumbias, Polkas, Rancheras and more.

Abolition of Slavery Concert @ Logan Square Auditorium (2539 N Kedzie Blvd # 15)
Friday, March 20th, 2009 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center Presents:

Abolition of Slavery Concert
Dedicated to women bomba dancers - Live performance by Nandí

Nandí is the first all-women bomba ensemble in Puerto Rico. It was founded by Oxil Febles in 2006 and is registered with the Instituto de Cultura Puertorriqueña. Nandí's mission is to collaborate with other folklore artists in the preservation of our Afro-Puerto Rican legacy, and to be a part of bomba’s history, showcasing women's contributions to the genre. Nandí has worked in many different artistic platforms integrating different art disciplines. They describe their work as recreational, educational and cultural. They believe in creative innovations that emerge from a strong foundation. And so they are committed to exposing our communities to contemporary bomba while maintaining its roots and traditions. Nandí celebrates our heritage and identity through bomba, acknowledging our culture and the elders that have blessed us with their gift, presence, love and support. Nandí uses authentic bomba instruments, such as barriles, cua and maraca. Their repertoire pays tribute to renowned Puerto Rican folklorists and features original compositions that reflect the contemporary styles of bomba. Nandí has shared the stage and collaborated with a number of groups in the island, including la Familia Cepeda.

Visit SRBCC's website for more details.

Join us in our traditional celebration of the abolition of slavery in Puerto Rico.
773.698.6004

Afro Cuban All-Stars @ Governors State University (1 University Parkway)
Friday, March 20th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
University Park, IL
Led by the legendary Juan de Marcos González of the famous Buena Vista Social Club, this internationally renowned band spans four generations of musicians—ranging from the age of 81 to 13—who perform a powerhouse mix of all styles of Cuban music including bolero, salsa, rumba and more.

'Over gently pulsating conga grooves and low-register ostinatos float dramatic melodies as their solo contributions are answered by brass section chords as thick and sweet as cane syrup.' - All Music Guide


Price: Starting at $35.00
Location: The Center for Performing Arts
Address: Governors State University 1 University Parkway, University Park,

For information: (708) 235-2238

Darwin Noguera´s Evolution Trio @ The Morse Theater (1328 Morse Ave.)
Friday, March 20th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Nicaraguan pianist, band leader and composer Darwin Noguera was born in Managua, and raised in Miami, Fl. He began his classical piano studies at the age of 10. At 14, he debuted with the Miami Beach Symphony Orchestra. He then moved to Chicago on a piano scholarship under the tutelage of Eteri Andjaparidze and Larry Novak at DePaul University - in 2006 he graduated with degrees in Performing Arts Management and Jazz Piano. He has accomplished an unusual fluid integration between classical, jazz, flamenco and Latin rhythms. He is the co-founder and composer for CALJE, “Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble” and founded the “Darwin Noguera’s Evolution Quintet”. Evolution Quintet will release its debut album on June of '09 under the Chicago Sessions record label. In early 2008 Darwin participated in the historic inauguration of the 1st annual Nicaraguan Jazz Festival in Managua and was again invited to perform in March of '09 with his trio. Darwin also headlined at Chicago’s Millennium Park with CALJE, alongside special guests Steve Turre, Brian Lynch, Paoli Mejias, and Howard Levy for the Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz Series presented by the Cultural Center and the Jazz Institute. You may find him performing around town with groups like Jesus Enriquez Band, Tito Carrillo’s Rumba Urbana, Guitars of Spain, Greg Ward’s We Tree, Skinny Williams, Jose Cornier, Calvary Church, among others.

Jorge Emmannueli y sus Bomberos at Tumbao (3213 W Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, March 19th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Jorge Emmanuelli Náter, elder twin of “los gemelos Emmanuelli” and great-grandson of master Bomba drummer Sergio Náter, founded and directed Grupo Folklórico de Bomba y Plena Raíces Eternas. In more than twenty years of work with leading cultural workers in Puerto Rico, he has had the opportunity to collaborate with ensembles such as Grupo Folklórico Agueybaná, La Familia Cepeda, Cimiento de Puerto Rico, Calabó, Guateque, Mayombe and many others. He has also studied and worked with cultural workers outside of Puerto Rico including countries such as Burkina Faso (Africa,) Sri Lanka, Honduras, Georgia (East Europe), México, Italy, France, and Cuba.

Jorge Emmanuelli is considered a master drummer, singer, dancer, and composer of both Bomba and Plena in Puerto Rico. He recently moved to Chicago and his new group “Jorge Emmanuelli y sus Bomberos” will debut at Tumbao on March 19th.

Planeta Azul / Passistas Samba Dancers @ Coco (2723 W. Division St.)
Thursday, March 19th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
This diverse group specializes in all forms of Brazilian music: Samba, Batucada/Brazilian Percussion, Bossa Nova /Brazilian Jazz, Samba Reggae and MPB, to name a few. Comprised of some of the most highly regarded musicians in the Chicago music scene (Brazilian and non): Luciano Antonio (Brazilian Jazz Guy), Felipe Fraga, Heitor Garcia, Edinho Gerber, and Clarice Cast...each artist is a master of their respective craft and has the innate sense needed to achieve the passion of this compelling music and beat. NO COVER / FREE PARKING

Evolution Quartet @ Andy´s Jazz Club (11 E. Hubbard)
Thursday, March 19th, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Nicaraguan pianist, band leader and composer Darwin Noguera was born in Managua, and raised in Miami, Fl. He began his classical piano studies at the age of 10. At 14, he debuted with the Miami Beach Symphony Orchestra. He then moved to Chicago on a piano scholarship under the tutelage of Eteri Andjaparidze and Larry Novak at DePaul University - in 2006 he graduated with degrees in Performing Arts Management and Jazz Piano. He has accomplished an unusual fluid integration between classical, jazz, flamenco and Latin rhythms. He is the co-founder and composer for CALJE, “Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble” and founded the “Darwin Noguera’s Evolution Quintet”. Evolution Quintet will release its debut album on June of '09 under the Chicago Sessions record label. In early 2008 Darwin participated in the historic inauguration of the 1st annual Nicaraguan Jazz Festival in Managua and was again invited to perform in March of '09 with his trio. Darwin also headlined at Chicago’s Millennium Park with CALJE, alongside special guests Steve Turre, Brian Lynch, Paoli Mejias, and Howard Levy for the Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz Series presented by the Cultural Center and the Jazz Institute. You may find him performing around town with groups like Jesus Enriquez Band, Tito Carrillo’s Rumba Urbana, Guitars of Spain, Greg Ward’s We Tree, Skinny Williams, Jose Cornier, Calvary Church, among others.

World Music Wednesdays featuring Funkadesi @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Wednesday, March 18th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Old Town continues its long-standing tradition of exceptional free concert programing under the direction of Mateo Mulcahy, offering the best local and touring talent in Chicago. The new series combines the best of "La Peña", "Afro-Folk", and "World Music" programs. This is the perfect mid-week concert that every music lover needs.

The 5-Time Winner of The Chicago Music Awards, FUNKADESI is a true Chicago phenomenon that represents the diverse multi-ethnic communities within the city. Funkadesi has been hailed by Time Magazine, and even caught the attention of President-Elect Barack Obama, who notes: "Funkadesi really knows how to get a crowd going. I can't say enough how energizing this band is. There's a lot of funk in that desi!"

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, March 17th, 2009 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Live Salsa Sundays @ Cubby Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, March 15th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
Rotating live bands.6p Doors open.
7p Salsa lesson by Paul from Latin Street Dancing

DJ Frankie J spins Salsa, Mambo & Tropical Rhythms all night

$ 5.00 at the door. For guest list & info click on the link below.
Great drink prices! $ 3.00 Drink Specials.. ask for them at the bar.
Free Parking!
Great music!
Amazing sound system!
Relaxed athmosphere!
Great dance floor!
kitchen open til 11pm!

World Music Wednesdays featuring Okbari @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Sunday, March 15th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Okbari is Amos Libby and Eric LaPerna, an accomplished musical duo that have been performing and recording together since 1995. Okbari perform classical, folk, and contemporary music from the Arabic, Anatolian, Greek and Balkan traditions on a variety of instruments including the Oud, Arabic Tabla (doumbeck, darbukka), Riqq (tambourine) and Duff (frame drum). Amos and Eric are both percussionists and multi-instrumentalists that have studied under renowned instructors in the Middle Eastern, Indian, Turkish, and African traditions both in the U.S. and abroad. Amos also provides the vocals for the group. They are both members of the Applied Music Faculty at Bates College and co-directors of the Bowdoin College Middle Eastern Ensemble.

A Middle Eastern and Indian sub-continent percussion workshop with the artists is offered in the Thursday Workshop Series on Thursday, June 25th.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Willowbrook Ballroom (8900 S. Archer)
Saturday, March 14th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Willowbrook , IL
Celebrating 25 years of music with Everardo Rey. Other performances by Everardo Rey y su Flota, Terremoto, Sasha Flor de Luna.

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, March 14th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating Salsa Bands with DJ Nelson spinning contemporary and classic tropical beats.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Touch of Euro (5415 W. Irving Park)
Friday, March 13th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
The SalsaChicago Mambo All-stars Orchestra will debut 10 new original hard-core Salsa/Mambo compositions. $10.

El Disco es Cultura @ ñ bar (2977 N. Elston)
Thursday, March 12th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
"El Disco es Cultura" at ñ, 2977 N. Elston Ave with DJ Chávez spinning a mix of Latin grooves, including electronic tango, cumbia remixes, Afro-Cuban, old school salsa and more. Guests include The Agúzate DJ Crew (first Thursday of the month).

El Payo at Tumbao (3213 W Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, March 12th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago
El Payo is the only Rumba/Nuevo Flamenco group of its class in Chicago. Its members come from diverse ethnic backgrounds, hailing from countries such as Mexico, Ecuador and Colombia. Their distinct sound is influenced by a rich combination of rumbas, traditional and modern flamenco, as well as a repertoire of classic Latin American songs done with a different flare.

Planeta Azul / Passistas Samba Dancers @ Coco (2723 W. Division St.)
Thursday, March 12th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
This diverse group specializes in all forms of Brazilian music: Samba, Batucada/Brazilian Percussion, Bossa Nova /Brazilian Jazz, Samba Reggae and MPB, to name a few. Comprised of some of the most highly regarded musicians in the Chicago music scene (Brazilian and non): Luciano Antonio (Brazilian Jazz Guy), Felipe Fraga, Heitor Garcia, Edinho Gerber, and Clarice Cast...each artist is a master of their respective craft and has the innate sense needed to achieve the passion of this compelling music and beat. NO COVER / FREE PARKING

Pistolera @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, March 11th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Pistolera (Mexico/NYC)

"...a foot-stomping sound that's one part ranchera and one part indie-pop." -The New Yorker .

This Brooklyn-based band has attracted an enormous amount of attention since their 2006 debut album "Siempre Hay Salida". The enormous success of the album prompted features in Rolling Stone Mexico, The New Yorker and Billboard and launched tours in the USA, Mexico and Europe. Pistolera is known for melodic and danceable songs sung in Spanish and the strong political content of their lyrics addressing border issues, the plight of immigrants, and female strength.

Angel Melendez Jazz @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, March 11th, 2009 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Grammy-nominated Angel Melendez gathers his jazz ensemble for Live Latin Wednesdays at Carnivale.

Orquesta Naborí @ Republic Night Club (1520 N. Freemont)
Wednesday, March 11th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago
Awesome hard Salsa outfit from Milwaukee. $15 at the door. $7 if on guest list.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, March 10th, 2009 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Live Salsa Sundays @ Cubby Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, March 8th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 2:00 am
Chicago, IL
Rotating live bands.6p Doors open.
7p Salsa lesson by Paul from Latin Street Dancing

DJ Frankie J spins Salsa, Mambo & Tropical Rhythms all night

$ 5.00 at the door. For guest list & info click on the link below.
Great drink prices! $ 3.00 Drink Specials.. ask for them at the bar.
Free Parking!
Great music!
Amazing sound system!
Relaxed athmosphere!
Great dance floor!
kitchen open til 11pm!

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, March 7th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating Salsa Bands with DJ Nelson spinning contemporary and classic tropical beats.

La Llamada @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage Ave.)
Friday, March 6th, 2009 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
SRBCC presents La Llamada, on the 1st Friday of every month. Share your poems, loose thoughts, songs and other musings. Hosted by Grupo Yuba’s very own Hector "HecOne" Rivera.

Braziliance @ Sonotheque (1444 W. Chicago)
Thursday, March 5th, 2009
Chicago, IL
Braziliance:

Urban centers like Sao Paulo, Brasília and Rio have a long history of creating sounds, both cosmopolitan and cutting edge. And for anyone familiar with Brazilian music, hybrid is as crucial an adjective as infectious. After all, Brazilians have been the quintessential postmodern musicians unearthing and exploring eccentric sounds both local and global. New Brazilian Beats explores this hybrid and infectious groove that has found its’ way to dance floors all over the world. Noted DJ/Maestro Joe Bryl leads the way, spinning from his vast collection, the pulsating new sounds you can’t ignore.

To help capture the feel of Brazil, on this night Sonotheque also offers you “The Braziliance Drinking Guide”, a special menu of liquid creations that capture the art of cocktailing in Rio. New interpertations of Mojitos and Caipirinhas are among the choices. Start off the evening with dinner at Flo (1434 W. Chicago) featuring a special Brazilian menu. Diners at Flo on Dec. 4, will be guests of Sonotheque for the event.

It is impossible to deny the influence that Brazil has on today’s global culture. From music and film to fashion and dance, Brazil has become one of the world’s most important resources of popular art and entertainment. BRAZILIANCE will bring you the finest in Brazilian sounds and culture. Sonotheque offers Brazilian beer and cocktails for your pleasure.

“Hosting DJ sets from heavy-hitters, Sonotheque has become the best place to glimpse the record collections of your favorite artists.” Robert Mentzer – URB Magazine.

El Disco es Cultura @ ñ bar (2977 N. Elston)
Thursday, March 5th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
"El Disco es Cultura" at ñ, 2977 N. Elston Ave with DJ Chávez spinning a mix of Latin grooves, including electronic tango, cumbia remixes, Afro-Cuban, old school salsa and more. Guests include The Agúzate DJ Crew (first Thursday of the month).

El Payo at Tumbao (3213 W Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, March 5th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago
El Payo is the only Rumba/Nuevo Flamenco group of its class in Chicago. Its members come from diverse ethnic backgrounds, hailing from countries such as Mexico, Ecuador and Colombia. Their distinct sound is influenced by a rich combination of rumbas, traditional and modern flamenco, as well as a repertoire of classic Latin American songs done with a different flare.

Los Primos @ Café Bolero (2252 N. Western Ave.)
Thursday, March 5th, 2009 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Bolero music to delight on Thursdays at Café Bolero.

Esperanza Spalding (Jazz) @ Old Town School of Folk Music
Wednesday, March 4th, 2009 | 9:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The amazing Esperanza Spalding is a bass playing, band leading, scat singing prodigy. She has taken the jazz world by storm and is crossing over into the mainstream with recent appearances on David Letterman in addition to heaps and heaps of critical praise. This is a great chance to see her in such an intimate setting before her star fully ascends.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Republic Night Club (1520 N. Freemont)
Wednesday, March 4th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Heavy Salsa for dancers. $15 at the door. $7 if on guest list.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2009 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

El Payo @ Café Bolero (2252 N. Western Ave.)
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2009 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
El Payo´s flamenco fusion takes over Café Bolero on Tuesdays.

Undertow @ Café Mestizo
Sunday, March 1st, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Interested in working on your free improvising? Meeting some new musicians? Come to Cafe Mestizo's improvised music jam every Sunday from 5 to 7. We're talking about complete free improvisation - no charts, no tunes, no nothing. Open to all instruments, electronicists, noise people - anything that makes sound.

Hosted by Undertow: Josh Beatty (reeds), Michael Baker (bass, keyboard), and Henry Mayer (drums/electronics) .

Cafe Mestizo is located at 1646 W. 18th, Chicago, 1/2 block east of the 18th Street on the Pink Line. Cafe Mestizo has a piano and PA for anyone that needs one. Come on out! For more information, call Cafe Mestizo at 312-421-5920, . http://www.myspace. com/undertowtheb

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, February 28th, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago
Live salsa and Latin jazz every Saturday in January and February. No cover.

Bombazo @ AfriCaribe Cultural Center (2547 W. Division St.)
Saturday, February 28th, 2009 | 8:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Monthly bomba gatherings in which everyone is welcome to participate.

Bossa Tres @ Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, February 27th, 2009 | 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Friday in February from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Friday, February 27th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Heavy Salsa for dancers downtown. $10 charge after 9 pm.

El Disco es Cultura @ ñ bar (2977 N. Elston)
Thursday, February 26th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
"El Disco es Cultura" at ñ, 2977 N. Elston Ave with DJ Chávez spinning a mix of Latin grooves, including electronic tango, cumbia remixes, Afro-Cuban, old school salsa and more. Guests include The Agúzate DJ Crew (first Thursday of the month).

Carpacho y su Super Combo @ Republic Night Club (1520 N. Freemont)
Wednesday, February 25th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
One of the hardest-working Salsa bands in Chicago. $12 at the door.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, February 24th, 2009 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

SalsaChicago Mambo All-Stars @ Rumba (351 W. Hubbard)
Tuesday, February 24th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Heavy Salsa for dancers downtown. $10 after 9 pm.

Undertow @ Café Mestizo
Sunday, February 22nd, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Interested in working on your free improvising? Meeting some new musicians? Come to Cafe Mestizo's improvised music jam every Sunday from 5 to 7. We're talking about complete free improvisation - no charts, no tunes, no nothing. Open to all instruments, electronicists, noise people - anything that makes sound.

Hosted by Undertow: Josh Beatty (reeds), Michael Baker (bass, keyboard), and Henry Mayer (drums/electronics) .

Cafe Mestizo is located at 1646 W. 18th, Chicago, 1/2 block east of the 18th Street on the Pink Line. Cafe Mestizo has a piano and PA for anyone that needs one. Come on out! For more information, call Cafe Mestizo at 312-421-5920, . http://www.myspace. com/undertowtheb

Juana Molina @ The Morse (1328 Morse Avenue)
Sunday, February 22nd, 2009 | 8 pm
Chicago, IL
Chicago Public Radio's Radio M presents Juana Molina.

Juana Molina has established herself as an artist of singular vision and sound.

Un Día is Juana Molina's fifth album, in a career dedicated to following a most inspired and inspirational muse. Un Día is a hypnotic record, restless, alive with melodies that surface imperceptibly before burrowing into your brain, never to leave.
While she has experimented with Ambient and Electronic music – and while those experiments still indelibly color her approach – Un Dia is a warmly human record.

This is adventurous, magical music, taking bold steps into some unknown, but forever beckoning us, encouraging us to follow. "The songs are more abstract, with fewer lyrics, less literal imagery," Molina offers.

Un Dia (Domino Recording Co. LTD) was released October 2008.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, February 21st, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Live salsa and Latin jazz every Saturday in January and February. No cover.

Brazilian Carnival @ The Morse (1328 Morse Avenue)
Saturday, February 21st, 2009 | 9 pm
Chicago, IL
Brazilian carnival celebration at The Morse happening simultaneously with the parade in Brazil and featuring Swing Brasileiro with Passistas Samba Dancers and special performance by Gingarte Capoeira.

Swing Brasileiro - A Chicago based group featuring an all star cast directed by Marcos Oliveira. Marcos studied with various percussion masters and marched with various samba schools such as Caprichosos de Pilares and Independentes de Cordovil, in Rio de Janeiro. He also sang in a samba contest at Imperatriz Leopoldinense and has been playing Brazilian music in the U.S. for almost 15 years.

Bossa Tres @ Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, February 20th, 2009 | 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Friday in February from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

El Payo @ The Chicago Cultural Center (77 E. Randolph Street)
Friday, February 20th, 2009 | 12:15 pm
Chicago, IL
El Payo is the only Rumba/Nuevo Flamenca group of its class in Chicago. Its members come from diverse ethnic backgrounds, hailing from countries such as Mexico, Ecuador and Colombia. Their distinct sound is influenced by a rich combination of rumbas, traditional and modern flamenco, as well as a repertoire of classic Latin American songs done with a different flare.

Call 312-744-6630 for information.

African Drumming Workshop @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Thursday, February 19th, 2009 | All Workshops $20 - 6pm - 7:20pm
Chicago, IL
Teber Milandou-Sita, from Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, is a master drummer and dancer with 20 years of experience with his country's finest traditional music and dance groups. He will give a drumming and dance workshop based on traditional Congolese rhythms. These will include: zebola, used in initiation rites, mountwash, pure original rhumba, and esoli, a rhythm of the hunt. The drum used is the senga n'goma or djembe. Students should bring their own drum although some loaner instruments will be available.

Gerardo Pérez: "Tango's Two Cities" @ The Morse (1328 Morse Avenue)
Thursday, February 19th, 2009 | 8 pm
Chicago, IL
For the first time in Chicago, Gerardo Perez, esteemed bandoneonist (the accordion-like instrument of the tango) will perform featuring the indigenous music of Uruguayan “Candombe”. Uruguayan “Candombe” is late 19th Century drum-based music originating among the African population and the country’s Creoles with some European influence. Candombe is tango’s grandparent, so to speak. It is the “mother” of “Milonga” (a faster dance rhythm than traditional tango), which is the direct sire of tango.

“Tango’s Two Cities” chronicles Perez’s lifelong relationship with this soulful music. Thus, this concert is both history and love story. At The Morse, Perez will lead the Alma de Tango Ensemble in a varied program featuring music, dance and poetry of both countries. These concerts promise to advance Chicagoans’ enjoyment of tango and their understanding of the spell it casts over all who cross its path.

Buy Tickets $30, $20 Students / Seniors

El Disco es Cultura @ ñ bar (2977 N. Elston)
Thursday, February 19th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
"El Disco es Cultura" at ñ, 2977 N. Elston Ave with DJ Chávez spinning a mix of Latin grooves, including electronic tango, cumbia remixes, Afro-Cuban, old school salsa and more. Guests include The Agúzate DJ Crew (first Thursday of the month).

Gokhi-Bi System (Hip-Hop/Senegal) @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, February 18th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Gokhi-Bi System is a Senegalese group that has been instrumental in shaping and defining the African brand of hip-hop; fusing ancient traditional rhythms with urban American beats. Stars in the booming Senegalese hip-hop scene since the late 90s, GBS burst on the international scene with their socially conscious lyrics, catching the eye of the U.S. media and performing major festivals including Chicago's World Music Festival.

African drumming and dance is offered in the Thursday Workshop Series.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Undertow @ Café Mestizo
Sunday, February 15th, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Interested in working on your free improvising? Meeting some new musicians? Come to Cafe Mestizo's improvised music jam every Sunday from 5 to 7. We're talking about complete free improvisation - no charts, no tunes, no nothing. Open to all instruments, electronicists, noise people - anything that makes sound.

Hosted by Undertow: Josh Beatty (reeds), Michael Baker (bass, keyboard), and Henry Mayer (drums/electronics) .

Cafe Mestizo is located at 1646 W. 18th, Chicago, 1/2 block east of the 18th Street on the Pink Line. Cafe Mestizo has a piano and PA for anyone that needs one. Come on out! For more information, call Cafe Mestizo at 312-421-5920, . http://www.myspace. com/undertowtheb

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, February 14th, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Live salsa and Latin jazz every Saturday in January and February. No cover.

ESIL Fundraiser - Papo Santiago & Infraverde @ The Heartland Café (7000 N. Glenwood Avenue)
Saturday, February 14th, 2009 | 8:00 - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Earth Share of Illinois Fundraiser

8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
The Heartland Café
7000 N. Glenwood Avenue, Chicago
Live Music by Papo Santiago & Orchestra Infraverde
Mini-intro salsa lesson at 8:00 p.m.
$20 in advance // $25 at the door
$50 Dinner/Dance Combo
Silent Auction to be held


Tickets can be purchased by calling the ESIL office at (312) 795-3740, clicking on the link below, or at the door at The Heartland Café

Tributo a ¨La Sonora Matancera¨ by Mannix Martinez & su Orquesta @ Apollo 2000 (2875 W. Cermak Rd.)
Saturday, February 14th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 2:00 am
Chicago, IL
Dia de San Valentin Concierto “Cena y Baile”

Tributo a La “Sonora Matancera” by Mannix Martinez & Su Orquesta
(for the dance)

“Cena de Serenata Y Amor” by Nelson y Paola.
(ven y ofrece tu serenata a la persona que amas / come to serenade de person you love)

6p – Puertas abren/ Doors open
7p – Cena es servida/Sit down dinner served
9p – “Serenata” con Nelson y Paola (interactive with audience)
11p – Tributo a la Sonora Matancera

Boletos/Tickets

$ 25.00 adv/ $ 30.00 puerta (con cena incluida de 6p-10p / dinner included 6p-10p)
$ 10.00 adv/ $ 15.00 puerta (Baile 10p-2a, Dance 10p to closing)


Para Boletos/ To get tickets

Latin Street Dancing: 540 N. La Salle 5th fl. 312 427 2572
Apollo 2000: 2875 W. Cermak. 773-247-0200
Disco City: 2628 N. Milwaukee. 773 486 1495
Ticketweb.com: 866 468 3401 (logo)

Bossa Tres @ Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, February 13th, 2009 | 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Friday in February from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

Baile de Bomba @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage Ave.)
Friday, February 13th, 2009 | 8:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
The Segundo Ruiz Belvis Cultural Center hosts bomba music for everyone.

The Chicago International Salsa Congress @ The Westin O´Hare (6100 River Rd.)
Thursday, February 12th, 2009 to Sunday, February 15th, 2009

8:30 pm (opeing night); 10:30 pm - 3:00 am
Rosemont, IL
Thursday, February 12 - The Latin Jam Session with Papo Santiago, The Spanglish Band, and Salsa Chicago Mambo All-Stars (Chicago and Milwaukee).

Friday, February 13 - La Sonora Carruseles (Colombia).

Saturday, February 14 - Wayne Gorbea y Salsa Picante (New York)

Sunday, February 15 - Fania All-Star Adalberto Santiago with Luis Gonzalez Orchestra doing a tribute to Ray Barretto (Puerto Rico).

Peruvian Cajón Workshop @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Thursday, February 12th, 2009 | Thursday Workshop Program 2009 - All Workshops $20 - 6pm - 7:20pm
Chicago, IL
Gustavo Alatta, a well-known Peruvian Folklorist in Peru and Chicago, specializes in Musica Criolla Peruana and Afro-Peruvian Music. Gustavo Alatta will conduct a Peruvian cajon workshop, which will include basic Peruvian rhythms like Peruvian Vals, Lando, Festejo and Marinera. He will also cover history of the Peruvian cajón and practical applications in international music. Students should bring their own cajón although some loaner instruments will be available.

¨Por Que Te Amo¨ Valentine´s Bachata Concert @ Excalibur (632 N. Dearborn)
Thursday, February 12th, 2009 | 7:00 pm - 3:00 am
Chicago, IL
Los Boricuas de La Bachata "4EVER"

Celebrating Lisa "La Boriqua"'s Annual 22nd Birthday & Dance performance by 3 time World Salsa Champions Abel Pena & Zulmara Torres from Los Angeles! as a preview to the Chicago Salsa Festival 2009!

Latin Dance lesson by Lisa "La Boriqua" @ 8:30pm.

Dance performances & Live music at 11p

2 rooms of Latin dancing all night.
DJ Luis Rollin Rivera spins Salsa, Mambo & Cha Cha Cha.
Djs Alex Perez & Steven spin Bachata, Merengue & Cumbia Sonidera.

LSD buys you your 1st cocktail until 9p.
Dress to impress. 21 & over.

$ 10.00 adv/ $ 15.00 door

For tickets:
Latin Street Dancing: 540 N. La Salle 5th fl. 312 427 2572.

El Disco es Cultura @ ñ bar (2977 N. Elston)
Thursday, February 12th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
"El Disco es Cultura" at ñ, 2977 N. Elston Ave with DJ Chávez spinning a mix of Latin grooves, including electronic tango, cumbia remixes, Afro-Cuban, old school salsa and more. Guests include The Agúzate DJ Crew (first Thursday of the month).

Gabriel Alegria (Afro-Peruvian Jazz) @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, February 11th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Gabriel Alegria is Peru's paramount jazz artist with several groundbreaking recordings that have firmly established this unique Afro-Peruvian jazz genre. Gabriel is currently the Associate Director of Jazz Studies at New York University and holds a doctorate degree in Jazz studies from the University of Southern California. In all of Gabriel's music, the rich legacy of the black music of coastal Peru can be heard in the context of contemporary jazz expression. The band is an all-star cast of Afro-Peruvian and Jazz artists that have helped define this unique genre.

Afro-Peruvian Cajón is offered in the Thursday Workshop Series.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, February 10th, 2009 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Undertow @ Café Mestizo
Sunday, February 8th, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Interested in working on your free improvising? Meeting some new musicians? Come to Cafe Mestizo's improvised music jam every Sunday from 5 to 7. We're talking about complete free improvisation - no charts, no tunes, no nothing. Open to all instruments, electronicists, noise people - anything that makes sound.

Hosted by Undertow: Josh Beatty (reeds), Michael Baker (bass, keyboard), and Henry Mayer (drums/electronics) .

Cafe Mestizo is located at 1646 W. 18th, Chicago, 1/2 block east of the 18th Street on the Pink Line. Cafe Mestizo has a piano and PA for anyone that needs one. Come on out! For more information, call Cafe Mestizo at 312-421-5920, . http://www.myspace. com/undertowtheb

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, February 7th, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Live salsa and Latin jazz every Saturday in January and February. No cover.

Bossa Tres @ Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, February 6th, 2009 | 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Friday in February from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

La Llamada @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage Ave.)
Friday, February 6th, 2009 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
SRBCC presents La Llamada, on the 1st Friday of every month. Share your poems, loose thoughts, songs and other musings. Hosted by Grupo Yuba’s very own Hector "HecOne" Rivera.

El Disco es Cultura @ ñ bar (2977 N. Elston)
Thursday, February 5th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
"El Disco es Cultura" at ñ, 2977 N. Elston Ave with DJ Chávez and The Agúzate DJ Crew. Spinning a mix of Latin grooves, including electronic tango, cumbia remixes, old school salsa and boogalu.

Braziliance @ Sonotheque (1444 W. Chicago)
Thursday, February 5th, 2009 | 9pm
Chicago
BRAZILIANCE

Braziliance Presents
New Brazilian Beats

with Resident DJ Joe Bryl
Host El Nico
9pm - 2am

No cover for Braziliance before 10pm / $5 after
For free cover RSVP: nick.lambrou@gmail.com

Braziliance:

Urban centers like Sao Paulo, Brasília and Rio have a long history of creating sounds, both cosmopolitan and cutting edge. And for anyone familiar with Brazilian music, hybrid is as crucial an adjective as infectious. After all, Brazilians have been the quintessential postmodern musicians unearthing and exploring eccentric sounds both local and global. New Brazilian Beats explores this hybrid and infectious groove that has found its’ way to dance floors all over the world. Noted DJ/Maestro Joe Bryl leads the way, spinning from his vast collection, the pulsating new sounds you can’t ignore.

To help capture the feel of Brazil, on this night Sonotheque also offers you “The Braziliance Drinking Guide”, a special menu of liquid creations that capture the art of cocktailing in Rio. New interpertations of Mojitos and Caipirinhas are among the choices. Start off the evening with dinner at Flo (1434 W. Chicago) featuring a special Brazilian menu. Diners at Flo on Dec. 4, will be guests of Sonotheque for the event.

It is impossible to deny the influence that Brazil has on today’s global culture. From music and film to fashion and dance, Brazil has become one of the world’s most important resources of popular art and entertainment. BRAZILIANCE will bring you the finest in Brazilian sounds and culture. Sonotheque offers Brazilian beer and cocktails for your pleasure.

“Hosting DJ sets from heavy-hitters, Sonotheque has become the best place to glimpse the record collections of your favorite artists.” Robert Mentzer – URB Magazine.

Salsa Congress Preview (Salsa) @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, February 4th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago
Now in its 8th year, the Chicago International Salsa Congress (CISC), produced by Rosita Ragin and The Old Town School's very own mambo/chachacha instructor, Saladeen Alamin has permanently put Chicago on the map for the international salsa community. Get a taste of the CISC with this exhilarating appetizer for the February 12-15, Westin O'Hare extravaganza. A sampling of Chicago's finest dance troupes plus award winning professional dance couple Griselle Ponce (NYC) and Andy Cruz will take over the Old Town School stage to the sounds of the Congress's signature DJs.

Angel Melendez Jazz @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, February 4th, 2009 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
8 piece band formed by Grammy nominee musical director Angel Melendez to pay tribute to FANIA music legend Hector Lavoe “El Cantante de los Cantantes”.

This group draws crowds to remember the golden era of traditional Salsa music created by Willie Colon and sung by Hector Lavoe.

Their repertoire includes: Mi Abuelita, Que Lio, Todo Tiene su Final, Piraña, Juana Peña, Mi Gente, Periódico de Ayer, Ausencia, Paraiso Dulzura, Soñando Despierto & Juanito Alimaña, among many others.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2009 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Undertow @ Café Mestizo
Sunday, February 1st, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Interested in working on your free improvising? Meeting some new musicians? Come to Cafe Mestizo's improvised music jam every Sunday from 5 to 7. We're talking about complete free improvisation - no charts, no tunes, no nothing. Open to all instruments, electronicists, noise people - anything that makes sound.

Hosted by Undertow: Josh Beatty (reeds), Michael Baker (bass, keyboard), and Henry Mayer (drums/electronics) .

Cafe Mestizo is located at 1646 W. 18th, Chicago, 1/2 block east of the 18th Street on the Pink Line. Cafe Mestizo has a piano and PA for anyone that needs one. Come on out! For more information, call Cafe Mestizo at 312-421-5920, . http://www.myspace. com/undertowtheb

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, January 31st, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating Salsa Bands with DJ Nelson spinning contemporary and classic tropical beats.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, January 31st, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Live salsa and Latin jazz every Saturday in January and February. No cover.

Bossa Tres @ Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, January 30th, 2009 | 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Friday in January from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, January 30th, 2009 | 10:30 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Friday in January from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

Elev8tor @ The Morse Theatre
Friday, January 30th, 2009 | 8 pm
Chicago, IL
Abstract Giants (Opener)

Plus a downtempo DJ set by Striz between groups.

The electronic jazz trio--Elev8tor--combines elements of UK downtempo, acid jazz, and neo-politcal sound bites in a hybrid live/electronic performance. Consisting of drummer Sam Sharp (J Davis), bassist Olin Langley (of Marvin Tate fame), and keyboardist/producer Kevin Ford of Chicago Afrobeat Project, the group layers loops of Bhangra tabla, Afro-Cuban percussion, synthesizers, and movie soundtrack excerpts beneath a deep, urban jazz vibe.

Abstract Giants - "When their trio of MCs banters back and forth on the mic while the rest of the band lay down their silky smooth funk/jazz induced grooves, the result is not just original, but infectious. When it comes to these musicians, the whole really is greater than the sum of the parts -- and that's quite a sum."
-Illinois Entertainer

Abstract Giants @ www.abstractgiants.com

Brazilian Percussion Workshop @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Thursday, January 29th, 2009 | All Workshops $20 - 6pm - 7:20pm
Chicago, IL
Geraldo de Oliveira is a native of Belo Horizonte, Brazil who has been playing percussion professionally since he was 14. He has performed with Chicago's top Brazilian bands over the years and is a seasoned educator. This workshop will serve as an introduction to the world of Brazilian rhythms. Students will learn basic Batucada (Street Samba) using larger drums and Backyard Samba which uses smaller hand held percussion instruments. Instruments will be provided as necessary.

Curumin (Brazil) @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, January 28th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL

Curumin (aka Luciano Nakata Albuquerque) is one of the fastest growing Brazilian artists on the international scene. Born in Brazil to Spanish/Japanese parents, Curumin proved to be a musical prodigy who by 14 was performing as a percussionist in Sao Paolo's top clubs. His musical upbringing embraced popular Brazilian music, funk and Hip-Hop and resulted in his very own super funky Brazilian style. Don't miss this Chicago debut.

Brazilian Percussion is offered in the Thursday Workshop Series.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, January 27th, 2009 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, January 25th, 2009 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Chicago
Live samba and bossa nova every Sunday in January for brunch from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

Undertow @ Café Mestizo
Sunday, January 25th, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Interested in working on your free improvising? Meeting some new musicians? Come to Cafe Mestizo's improvised music jam every Sunday from 5 to 7. We're talking about complete free improvisation - no charts, no tunes, no nothing. Open to all instruments, electronicists, noise people - anything that makes sound.

Hosted by Undertow: Josh Beatty (reeds), Michael Baker (bass, keyboard), and Henry Mayer (drums/electronics) .

Cafe Mestizo is located at 1646 W. 18th, Chicago, 1/2 block east of the 18th Street on the Pink Line. Cafe Mestizo has a piano and PA for anyone that needs one. Come on out! For more information, call Cafe Mestizo at 312-421-5920, . http://www.myspace. com/undertowtheb

Nelson Sosa @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Market)
Sunday, January 25th, 2009 | 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Live Music, Wine Flights & Small Bites @ Carnivale. . Come to enjoy the music of the Nelson Sosa from 6p-9:30pm. In the lounge, at one of Chicago's best Latin fusion restaurants. "Chicago's Best Mojito" by Time Out Chicago 2008.

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, January 24th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating Salsa Bands with DJ Nelson spinning contemporary and classic tropical beats.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, January 24th, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Live salsa and Latin jazz every Saturday in January and February. No cover.

Bossa Tres @ Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, January 23rd, 2009 | 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Friday in January from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, January 23rd, 2009 | 10:30 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Friday in January from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

Angel Melendez Orchestra Tribue to ¨El Cantante¨ @ The Morse Theater (1328 Morse Ave.)
Friday, January 23rd, 2009 | 8:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Grammy-nominated Angel Melendez takes his vintage salsa machine to the Morse Theater to pay tribute to the great Hector Lavoe. $15.

Latin Inspiration @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, January 22nd, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Energetic Latin jazz ensemble, Latin Inspiration, performs every Thursday, except for the first of the month as part of the Latin Jazz Thursdays series at Tumbao.

Argentinean Tango Workshop @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Thursday, January 22nd, 2009 | Thursday Workshop Program 2009 - All Workshops $20 - 6pm - 7:20pm
Chicago, IL
Netza Roldan, Director of the American Tango Institute and a top Chicago Tango dancer and instructor, will conduct an Argentinean Tango class, which will introduce students to the basic and fundamental techniques of social-style Argentine Tango, emphasizing the three components of the dance; Musicality, Balance and Direction, and Connection. Students will establish a foundation on the essential concepts of dance and movement relevant to Tango dancing.

Willie Gomez Latin Jazz @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, January 21st, 2009 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live Latin jazz for the dinner crowd.

Bossa Tres @ ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, January 20th, 2009 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, January 18th, 2009 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Sunday in January for brunch from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

Undertow @ Café Mestizo
Sunday, January 18th, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Interested in working on your free improvising? Meeting some new musicians? Come to Cafe Mestizo's improvised music jam every Sunday from 5 to 7. We're talking about complete free improvisation - no charts, no tunes, no nothing. Open to all instruments, electronicists, noise people - anything that makes sound.

Hosted by Undertow: Josh Beatty (reeds), Michael Baker (bass, keyboard), and Henry Mayer (drums/electronics) .

Cafe Mestizo is located at 1646 W. 18th, Chicago, 1/2 block east of the 18th Street on the Pink Line. Cafe Mestizo has a piano and PA for anyone that needs one. Come on out! For more information, call Cafe Mestizo at 312-421-5920, . http://www.myspace. com/undertowtheb

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, January 17th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating Salsa Bands with DJ Nelson spinning contemporary and classic tropical beats.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, January 17th, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Live salsa and Latin jazz every Saturday in January and February. No cover.

Queen of Samba 2009! With Chicago Samba @ The HotLoft (3220 N. Lincoln)
Saturday, January 17th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
One of the best Brazilian music exponents in the Windy City, Chicago Samba spices the Queen of Samba celebration. $10. 21 and over.

Chuchito Valdés @ The Morse (1328 Morse Avenue)
Saturday, January 17th, 2009 | 8 pm and 10 pm
Chicago, IL

With Special Guests! - TBA

The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago partners with Latin Grammy-nominated artist Chuchito Valdés and his quartet for a night of Latin jazz and dance.

Born in Havana Cuba, Chuchito Valdes comes from one of the most distinguished musical families in Cuba. He has performed at festivals, clubs and concerts throughout the world: from Cuba and the Caribbean, across the United States and South America, and throughout Europe.

“In a sense, Valdes and his band reinvigorated age old Cuban musical forms, the venerable cha-cha-cha and mambo standards revitalized by the muscular virtuosity of a mostly younger generation of players. This was jazz improvisation of the most sophisticated kind, with arcane chord changes and unexpected bursts of dissonance at almost every turn.”

- Howard Reich, Chicago Tribune

LATIN JAZZ SET - 8 PM - $25 in Advance, $30 Day of Performance

LATIN DANCE SET - 10 PM - $25 in Advance, $30 Day of Performance

Bossa Tres @ Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, January 16th, 2009 | 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Friday in January from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, January 16th, 2009 | 10:30 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Friday in January from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

Eliane Elias - Bossa Nova Stories @ The Morse (1328 Morse Avenue)
Friday, January 16th, 2009 | 8 pm
Chicago, IL
90.9 WDCB, with community partners the Brazilian Cultural Center of Chicago and the International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago, feature Eliane Elias - Bossa Nova Stories.

Pianist / singer / songwriter, Eliane Elias is known for her distinctive and immediately recognizable musical style which blends her Brazilian roots, her sensuous, alluring voice with her impressive instrumental jazz, classical and compositional skills. In her work Elias has documented dozens of her own compositions, her outstanding piano playing and arranging, and beautiful vocal interpretations. All of her recordings have garnered a great deal of praise from the critics and all have topped the Billboard and Jazz Radio charts. Eliane will be performing some of her new Blue Note Records album material.

Latin Inspiration @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, January 15th, 2009 | 9:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
Energetic Latin jazz ensemble, Latin Inspiration, performs every Thursday, except for the first of the month as part of the Latin Jazz Thursdays series at Tumbao.

Juliano Milo and his Gypsy Jazz Orchestra @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Avenue)
Wednesday, January 14th, 2009 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Juliano Milo is one of Chicago's most celebrated accordionists and master of authentic Gypsy music. A soloist with the former Yugoslavia's Orchestra Romalen and recipient of numerous awards and recognitions, Juliano specializes in gypsy jazz. He returns to the Old Town School stage with his full orchestra after his electrifying 2008 Accordion Summit performance.

Juliano will give an accordion workshop in the Thursday Workshop Series.

Bossa Tres @ Ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, January 13th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash Ave.)
Sunday, January 11th, 2009 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Sunday in January for brunch from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

Live Salsa Sundays @ Cubby Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, January 11th, 2009 | 6:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
Rotating bands.6p Doors open.
7p Salsa lesson by Paul from Latin Street Dancing

DJ Frankie J spins Salsa, Mambo & Tropical Rhythms all night

$ 5.00 at the door. For guest list & info www.LiveSalsaSundays.com or www.LatinStreetSundays.com

Great drink prices! $ 3.00 Drink Specials.. ask for them at the bar.
Free Parking!
Great music!
Amazing sound system!
Relaxed athmosphere!
Great dance floor!
kitchen open til 11pm!

Undertow @ Café Mestizo
Sunday, January 11th, 2009 | 5:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Interested in working on your free improvising? Meeting some new musicians? Come to Cafe Mestizo's improvised music jam every Sunday from 5 to 7. We're talking about complete free improvisation - no charts, no tunes, no nothing. Open to all instruments, electronicists, noise people - anything that makes sound.

Hosted by Undertow: Josh Beatty (reeds), Michael Baker (bass, keyboard), and Henry Mayer (drums/electronics) .

Cafe Mestizo is located at 1646 W. 18th, Chicago, 1/2 block east of the 18th Street on the Pink Line. Cafe Mestizo has a piano and PA for anyone that needs one. Come on out! For more information, call Cafe Mestizo at 312-421-5920, . http://www.myspace. com/undertowtheb

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, January 10th, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating Salsa Bands with DJ Nelson spinning contemporary and classic tropical beats.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, January 10th, 2009 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Live salsa and Latin jazz every Saturday in January and February. No cover.

Baile de bomba @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage)
Friday, January 9th, 2009 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Every second Friday of the month, SRBCC opens its doors to anyone who wishes to participate in its baile de bomba. From anyone who is curious about the Afro-Puerto Rican music of bomba to anyone who wishes to drum, sing, dance are invited, everyone is invited.

Bossa Tres @ Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, January 9th, 2009 | 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

Bossa Tres @ Olé Tapas Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, January 9th, 2009 | 10:30 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Live samba and bossa nova every Friday in January from one of the premier Brazilian bands in Chicago.

Latin Inspiration @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, January 8th, 2009 | 9:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
Energetic Latin jazz ensemble, Latin Inspiration, performs every Thursday, except for the first of the month as part of the Latin Jazz Thursdays series at Tumbao.

Bossa Tres @ Ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, January 6th, 2009 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, January 3rd, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago
Rotating Salsa Bands with DJ Nelson spinning contemporary and classic tropical beats.

La Llamada @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage)
Friday, January 2nd, 2009 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
SRBCC presents La Llamada, on the 1st Friday of every month beginning September 5th. Share your poems, loose thoughts, songs and other musings. Hosted by Grupo Yuba’s very own Hector "HecOne" Rivera.

James Sanders´ Conjunto @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, January 1st, 2009 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Every first Thursday of the month James Sanders´ Latin jazz conjunto delights listeners and dancers.

RAICES Live Music Series @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Thursday, January 1st, 2009 | 8:00 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating bands, which include: Bossa Tres (Brazil), Fandanguero (Mexico), El Payo (Spain), Araguaney (Venezuela & Colombia), Nuestro Tambo (Puerto Rico), Mofoe Orisha (Dominican Rep. & P. Rico), the Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble Quartet, TiemblaTierra (Cuba- EVERY LAST THURSDAY @ 10:00 pm), and many more...

Frankie Vázquez @ The Apollo 2000 Ballroom (2875 W. Cermak Rd.)
Wednesday, December 31st, 2008 | 8:00 pm
Chicago , IL
End of the year Salsa bash with one of the best soneros out there: Frankie Vázquez, ¨El Sonero del Barrio.¨ Mr. Vázquez is a veteran of numerous bands, including Libre, Spanish Harlem Orchestra, and Los Soneros del Barrio.

Bossa Tres @ Ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, December 30th, 2008 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, December 27th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating Salsa Bands with DJ Nelson spinning contemporary and classic tropical beats.

Bossa Tres @ Ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, December 20th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating Salsa Bands with DJ Nelson spinning contemporary and classic tropical beats.

Bossa Tres @ Ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Saturday, December 20th, 2008 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Every Tuesday, Bossa Tres offers an invigorating, full sound with three very talented musicians who have been playing together for almost 15 years.

Brazilian Holiday Celebration @ Museum Tower Clubhouse (1331 South Prairie Ave. 4th Floor, Downtown Loop)
Saturday, December 20th, 2008 | 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Chicago, IL
From website: www.arteyvidachicago.com

"Join us for a fun filled afternoon of Brazilian music, socializing with friends and a taste of traditional Brazilian holiday dishes.
Live Music with Ed Gerber (Guitar), Marcos de Oliveira (Percussion/Vocal) & Neusa Sauer (Vocal) performing your favorite holiday tunes with a Brazilian flare along with traditional Brazilian Rhythms."
Donation:
$15.00 Members & Guests

Tumbao Thursdays @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln)
Thursday, December 18th, 2008
Chicago, IL
Two live sets of Afro-Cuban music by Angel D´Cuba and the drummers of Tierra Tiembla. Additional music by the Aguzate DJ Crew (Vintage Salsa, Latin Soul, Latin Funk, Latin Boogaloo).

Latin Inspiration @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, December 18th, 2008 | 9:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago
Energetic Latin jazz ensemble, Latin Inspiration, performs every Thursday, except for the first of the month as part of the Latin Jazz Thursdays series at Tumbao.

Angel Melendez Sextet @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, December 17th, 2008 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Grammy-nominated Angel Melendez shows his versatility as he directs a tight Latin Jazz sextet as part of Carnivale´s Live Latin Music Wednesdays series.

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, December 13th, 2008 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating Salsa Bands with DJ Nelson spinning contemporary and classic tropical beats.

Bombazo @ AfriCaribe Cultural Center (2547 W. Division St.)
Saturday, December 13th, 2008 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Bombazo and parranda. Everyone is encouraged to bring instruments for this community event.

Baile de bomba @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage)
Friday, December 12th, 2008 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Every second Friday of the month, SRBCC opens its doors to anyone who wishes to participate in its baile de bomba. From anyone who is curious about the Afro-Puerto Rican music of bomba to anyone who wishes to drum, sing, dance are invited, everyone is invited.

Latin Inspiration @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, December 11th, 2008 | 9:00 pm - 12:00 am
Chicago, IL
Energetic Latin jazz ensemble, Latin Inspiration, performs every Thursday, except for the first of the month as part of the Latin Jazz Thursdays series at Tumbao.

RAICES Live Music Series @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Thursday, December 11th, 2008 | 8:00 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating bands, which include: Bossa Tres (Brazil), Fandanguero (Mexico), El Payo (Spain), Araguaney (Venezuela & Colombia), Nuestro Tambo (Puerto Rico), Mofoe Orisha (Dominican Rep. & P. Rico), the Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble Quartet, TiemblaTierra (Cuba- EVERY LAST THURSDAY @ 10:00 pm), and many more...

La TreMenda Rumba @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, December 10th, 2008 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
La TreMenda Rumba is featured this week on Carnivale´s Live Music Wednesdays series.

Hot Salsa Kitchen at Dance Connection (3117 N. Clybourne)
Saturday, December 6th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Salsa party at Dance Connection where the new Hot Salsa Kitchen (source for salsa dance community) will be released. The cover is only $10 and you'll be treated to a dance lesson by Elba Diaz, music by DJ Kimani Rashad as well as a special group dance performance. Cash bar provided by Las Tablas Restaurant.

La Llamada @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage)
Friday, December 5th, 2008 | 7:00 pm
Chicago
SRBCC presents La Llamada, on the 1st Friday of every month beginning September 5th. Share your poems, loose thoughts, songs and other musings. Hosted by Grupo Yuba’s very own Hector "HecOne" Rivera.

RAICES Live Music Series @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Thursday, December 4th, 2008 | 8:00 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating bands, which include: Bossa Tres (Brazil), Fandanguero (Mexico), El Payo (Spain), Araguaney (Venezuela & Colombia), Nuestro Tambo (Puerto Rico), Mofoe Orisha (Dominican Rep. & P. Rico), the Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble Quartet, TiemblaTierra (Cuba- EVERY LAST THURSDAY @ 10:00 pm), and many more...

Angel In The Solar System @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2008 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Angel D´Cuba performs as part of Carnivale´s Live Latin Music Wednesdays series.

Salsa Tuesdays at Alhambra Palace (1240 W. Randolph)
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Monthly live salsa bands and DJ's every Tuesday. Spacious dance floor. One of the best salsa nights in the city.

El Payo @ Café Bolero (2252 N. Western Ave.)
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Local Rumba flamenca band perform at Café Bolero.

Caribica @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage)
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Latin Fusion band blending Caribbean and American music.

Dave Hiltebrand Trio @ Nacional 27 (325 W. Huron St.)
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008 | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Latin Jazz trio.

Willie Gomez con Cache Orchestra @ Cubbie Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, November 30th, 2008 | Dance Lessons 7:00 pm; Live music 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live Salsa bands play at the legendary Chicago landmark presenting top live music since 1953. 6p Doors open. 7p Salsa lesson by Latin Street Dancing 9p Live music begins.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash)
Sunday, November 30th, 2008 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Hardest-working samba band in Chicago delights at Cuatro on Sunday afternoons.

Chévere de Chicago @ The Morse Theater (1328 Morse Ave.)
Saturday, November 29th, 2008 | 8:00 pm
Chicago , IL
Chévere is Chicago's leading Latin/Jazz/Funk/Blues Band, mixing Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, Jazz, Blues, and just about everything else together into an exciting and unique collage of sound. Characterized by high voltage percussion and compelling original compositions, Chévere has performed in and around Chicago and the Midwest for 30 years.

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, November 29th, 2008 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating salsa bands and DJ Nelson spinning tropical beats.

Mannix Martinez´s Tribute to Latin Legends @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, November 26th, 2008 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago , IL
Manuel “Mannix” Martínez, singer and musical director from Ponce, Puerto Rico, now residing in Chicago.

One of Puerto Rico's legendary voices ("Soneros"), he began to be known with "Orquesta La Terrifica" & later with the legendary "Sonora Poncena" of Papo Luca & Quique.

Salsa Tuesdays at Alhambra Palace (1240 W. Randolph)
Tuesday, November 25th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Monthly live salsa bands and DJ's every Tuesday. Spacious dance floor. One of the best salsa nights in the city.

Mannix Martinez & Su Orquesta @ Cubbie Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, November 23rd, 2008 | Dance Lessons 7:00 pm; Live music 9:00 pm
Chicago
Live Salsa Sundays highlights La Terrifica veteran´s newest orchestra. Live Salsa bands play at the legendary Chicago landmark presenting top live music since 1953. 6p Doors open. 7p Salsa lesson by Latin Street Dancing 9p Live music begins.

Live Salsa Saturdays @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave)
Saturday, November 22nd, 2008 | 10:00 pm
Rotating salsa bands and DJ Nelson spinning tropical beats.

RAICES Live Music Series @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Thursday, November 20th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating bands, which include: Bossa Tres (Brazil), Fandanguero (Mexico), El Payo (Spain), Araguaney (Venezuela & Colombia), Nuestro Tambo (Puerto Rico), Mofoe Orisha (Dominican Rep. & P. Rico), the Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble Quartet, TiemblaTierra (Cuba- EVERY LAST THURSDAY @ 10:00 pm), and many more...

La TreMenda Rumba @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, November 19th, 2008 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago , IL
La TreMenda Rumba performs as part of Carnivale´s Live Latin Music Wednesdays.

Naborí - Live Salsa Tuesdays at Alhambra Palace (1240 W. Randolph)
Tuesday, November 18th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Monthly live salsa bands and DJ's every Tuesday. Spacious dance floor. One of the best salsa nights in the city. Check out the Milwaukee-based Naborí as they promote their new album "Historias del Barrio".

Baile de bomba @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage)
Friday, November 14th, 2008 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Every second Friday of the month, SRBCC opens its doors to anyone who wishes to participate in its baile de bomba. From anyone who is curious about the Afro-Puerto Rican music of bomba to anyone who wishes to drum, sing, dance are invited, everyone is invited.

10th Annual Cuatro Festival @ Auditorium Theater of Roosevelt University (50 E. Congress Parkway)
Friday, November 14th, 2008 | Doors open at 6 p.m.
Chicago, IL
The Cuatro Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary with stellar talents from Chicago and Puerto Rico: Maribel Delgado, Pedro Guzmán, Quique Domenech, La Orquesta de Elías Lopés con Trompetas, and Music Express with the Chicago Cuatro Orchestra.

RAICES Live Music Series @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Thursday, November 13th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating bands, which include: Bossa Tres (Brazil), Fandanguero (Mexico), El Payo (Spain), Araguaney (Venezuela & Colombia), Nuestro Tambo (Puerto Rico), Mofoe Orisha (Dominican Rep. & P. Rico), the Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble Quartet, TiemblaTierra (Cuba- EVERY LAST THURSDAY @ 10:00 pm), and many more...

Homenaje a Choco Orta - 5th Annual Tribute to the Improvisational Singer @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Wednesday, November 12th, 2008 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
With over 20 years of performance experience and more active than ever Choco Orta is now actively pursuing a career as a singer and in the last three years her solo act has traveled to France, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Chicago, Tampa (as Puerto Rican Cultural Ambassador), Miami, New York City, and Puerto Rico.

She is a regular guest star at New York City's Copacabana. She has worked with the orchestras of Nacho Sanabria, Roberto Angleró, Waldo Borres, and Julio "Gunda"Merced as a bandleader. At a press conference held by El Nuevo Día newspaper in 1999 salsa legends Charlie Aponte, Cheo Feliciano, Víctor Manuelle, Ismael Miranda, Domingo Quiñonez, Tito Rojas and Gilberto Santa Rosa were quoted as saying that, "Choco" Orta is the most dignified aspiring salsa singer to Celia Cruz's throne."

Salsa Tuesdays at Alhambra Palace (1240 W. Randolph)
Tuesday, November 11th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Monthly live salsa bands and DJ's every Tuesday. Spacious dance floor. One of the best salsa nights in the city.

Angel Melendez Tribute to Hector Lavoe @ Cubbie Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, November 9th, 2008 | Dance Lessons 7:00 pm; Live music 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live SALSA Sundays @ The Cubby Bear. In "Wrigleyville" 1059 W. Addison. 6p-2a. Live Salsa bands play at the legendary Chicago landmark presenting top live music since 1953. 6p Doors open. 7p Salsa lesson by Latin Street Dancing 9p Live music begins.

La Llamada @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage)
Friday, November 7th, 2008 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
SRBCC presents La Llamada, on the 1st Friday of every month beginning September 5th. Share your poems, loose thoughts, songs and other musings. Hosted by Grupo Yuba’s very own Hector "HecOne" Rivera.

RAICES Live Music Series @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Thursday, November 6th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating bands, which include: Bossa Tres (Brazil), Fandanguero (Mexico), El Payo (Spain), Araguaney (Venezuela & Colombia), Nuestro Tambo (Puerto Rico), Mofoe Orisha (Dominican Rep. & P. Rico), the Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble Quartet, TiemblaTierra (Cuba- EVERY LAST THURSDAY @ 10:00 pm), and many more...

Naborí @ Cubbie Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, November 2nd, 2008 | Dance Lessons 7:00 pm; Live music 9:00 pm
Chicago
Live SALSA Sundays @ The Cubby Bear. In "Wrigleyville" 1059 W. Addison. 6p-2a. Live Salsa bands play at the legendary Chicago landmark presenting top live music since 1953. 6p Doors open. 7p Salsa lesson by Latin Street Dancing 9p Live music begins.

Tumbao Thursdays @ Las Tablas 2942 N. Lincoln $3
Thursday, October 30th, 2008 | 9 pm - 2 am
Chicago, IL
Two live sets of Afro-Cuban music by Angel D´Cuba and the drummers of Tierra Tiembla. Additional music by the Aguzate DJ Crew (Vintage Salsa, Latin Soul, Latin Funk, Latin Boogaloo).

Son De La Habana @ Cubbie Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, October 26th, 2008 | Dance Lessons 7:00 pm; Live music 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Son De La Habana highlights Live SALSA Sundays @ The Cubby Bear. In "Wrigleyville" 1059 W. Addison. 6p-2a. Live Salsa bands play at the legendary Chicago landmark presenting top live music since 1953.

RAICES Live Music Series @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Thursday, October 23rd, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating bands, which include: Bossa Tres (Brazil), Fandanguero (Mexico), El Payo (Spain), Araguaney (Venezuela & Colombia), Nuestro Tambo (Puerto Rico), Mofoe Orisha (Dominican Rep. & P. Rico), the Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble Quartet, TiemblaTierra (Cuba- EVERY LAST THURSDAY @ 10:00 pm), and many more...

Flamenco Faculty @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008 | 9:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Annual fall Flamenco extravaganza, featuring the best and brightest of the Old Town School´s faculty and students. As always, we will include guest artists from the vibrant Flamenco music and dace community in Chicago.

Omar Sosa @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Sunday, October 19th, 2008 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Omar Sosa is one of the most exciting piano players in jazz today. "" He is a versatile pianist with a big sound...and his fast fingers dig into montunos and Herbie Hancock chords." - The New York Times His previous performance at Old Town School is legendary!

Papo Santiago y Orquesta Infraverde @ Cubbie Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, October 19th, 2008 | Dance Lessons 7:00 pm; Live music 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
One of Chicago´s top soneros, bandleaders, and musicians, Papo Santiago takes part in Live SALSA Sundays @ The Cubby Bear. In "Wrigleyville" 1059 W. Addison. 6p-2a. Live Salsa bands play at the legendary Chicago landmark presenting top live music since 1953.

Global Drum Project @ Harris Theater (205 E. Randolph St.)
Saturday, October 18th, 2008 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Global Drum Project brings together Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart, tabla master Zakir Hussain, the talking drum of Sikiru Adepoju, and Latin percussion giant Giovanni Hidalgo, the sonic architects who earned the first-ever World Music Grammy Award with their acclaimed "Planet Drum."
"A scrumptious sonic trip into Hart and company's trance-like ‘deep drumming’ where geography and culture lose definition in a vast and spectacularly reverberant one-world stage." - Absolute Sound

Latin Inspiration @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Saturday, October 18th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Energetic Latin jazz ensemble, Latin Inspiration, performs every Thursday, except for the first of the month as part of the Latin Jazz Thursdays series at Tumbao.

Bio Ritmo @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Saturday, October 18th, 2008 | 9:30 pm
Chicago, IL
One of the best U.S.-based live Salsa bands experimenting and transforming the genre. A new wave of salsa dura. Visit their website and judge for yourself.

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RAICES Live Music Series @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Thursday, October 16th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating bands, which include: Bossa Tres (Brazil), Fandanguero (Mexico), El Payo (Spain), Araguaney (Venezuela & Colombia), Nuestro Tambo (Puerto Rico), Mofoe Orisha (Dominican Rep. & P. Rico), the Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble Quartet, TiemblaTierra (Cuba- EVERY LAST THURSDAY @ 10:00 pm), and many more...

Bio Ritmo @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Wednesday, October 15th, 2008 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bio Ritmo is old-school funky salsa. This Virginia-based band is both retro and hip with a great sense of humor. Global Rhythm Magazine says, ¨Bio Ritmo is one of those exceptionally rare salsa bands who make both traditional and experimental salsa lovers smile and dance, inspiring new fans of the music wherever they play.¨

Live Music @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage)
Tuesday, October 14th, 2008 | 8 - 11 pm
Chicago
Various bands.

Willie Gomez con Cache Orchestra @ Cubbie Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, October 12th, 2008 | Dance Lessons 7:00 pm; Live music 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live SALSA Sundays @ The Cubby Bear. In "Wrigleyville" 1059 W. Addison. 6p-2a. Live Salsa bands play at the legendary Chicago landmark presenting top live music since 1953.

Ritmo Fridays @ Olé Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln)
Friday, October 10th, 2008 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
With occasional live bands, Ritmo Fridays is a new DJ Series that brings you a mix of Latin, Reggae, Brazilian, and the best international music. Featuring The
Agúzate DJ Crew with guest DJ's Slacky J, Mwelwa, David Chávez,
Mateo, and Supreme Court. Sala Lessons at 10:00 pm.


Olé Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln) is located at the corner of
Lincoln/Diversey/Racine.

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Baile de bomba @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage)
Friday, October 10th, 2008 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
SRBCC opens its doors to anyone who wishes to participate in its baile de bomba. From anyone who is curious about the Afro-Puerto Rican music of bomba to anyone who wishes to drum, sing, dance are invited, everyone is invited.

Bandoleros, Los Reyes, and the Gypsy Kings Family @ Cubbie Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Friday, October 10th, 2008 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Memorable night with veterans of flamenco fusions.

RAICES Live Music Series @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Thursday, October 9th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating bands, which include: Bossa Tres (Brazil), Fandanguero (Mexico), El Payo (Spain), Araguaney (Venezuela & Colombia), Nuestro Tambo (Puerto Rico), Mofoe Orisha (Dominican Rep. & P. Rico), the Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble Quartet, TiemblaTierra (Cuba- EVERY LAST THURSDAY @ 10:00 pm), and many more...

Mosaico @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Wednesday, October 8th, 2008 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Mosaico is, as its name suggests, a mosaic of musical styles, instrumentation, and nationalities from across Latin America with special emphasis on the Andean traditions. The members of the group hail from Paraguay, Nicaragua, Colombia, Perú, Mexico and the U.S., and perform on instruments ranging from the pan pipes, quena, bombo, cajón and congas to accordion, harp, Venezuelan cuatro, Colombian tiple and the Andean charango. The evening will include traditional folkloric dance.

Live Music @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage)
Tuesday, October 7th, 2008 | 8 - 11 pm
Chicago
Various bands.

Ritmo Fridays Featuring Darwin Noguera´s Evlolution Trio @ Olé Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln)
Friday, October 3rd, 2008 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
With occasional live bands, Ritmo Fridays is a new DJ Series that brings you a mix of Latin, Reggae, Brazilian, and the best international music. Featuring The
Agúzate DJ Crew with guest DJ's Slacky J, Mwelwa, David Chávez,
Mateo, and Supreme Court. Sala Lessons at 10:00 pm.


Olé Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln) is located at the corner of
Lincoln/Diversey/Racine.


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La Llamada @ SRBCC (4040 W. Armitage)
Friday, October 3rd, 2008 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
SRBCC presents La Llamada, on the 1st Friday of every month beginning September 5th. Share your poems, loose thoughts, songs and other musings. Hosted by Grupo Yuba’s very own Hector "HecOne" Rivera.

RAICES Live Music Series @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Thursday, October 2nd, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL, www.lastablas.com
Rotating bands, which include: Bossa Tres (Brazil), Fandanguero (Mexico), El Payo (Spain), Araguaney (Venezuela & Colombia), Nuestro Tambo (Puerto Rico), Mofoe Orisha (Dominican Rep. & P. Rico), the Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble Quartet, TiemblaTierra (Cuba- EVERY LAST THURSDAY @ 10:00 pm), and many more...

A Flor de Piel & Araguaney @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Wednesday, October 1st, 2008 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
A double bill of Latin American music featuring Chicago-based artists. The evening begins with A Flor de Piel founded in April 2007 by two-time Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist Renato Ceron, and teacher/musician Marisol Ceron. A Flor de Piel´s music is rooted in the Mexican Fandango, but additionally draws from the diverse musical heritage of Latin America and the U.S. Araguaney, the national tree of Venezuela, is the name chosen by these talented newcomers on the Chicago scene. The group explores various genres from across Venezuela and Colombia, including Joropo, bambuco, waltz, merengue Caraqueño, Danza Zuliana and more.

Lila Downs @ Harris Theater (205 E. Randolph St.)
Tuesday, September 30th, 2008 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL, Tickets: 312-334-7777 or www.harristheaterchicago.org
Mexican-American singer Lila Downs is blessed with a distinctive and passionate voice. She combines formal vocal training while tapping into the indigenous Mixtec traditions of her mother, creating a beautiful musical blend sung in several languages including Zapotec, Mayan, Spanish, and English. Exotic beauty and startling voice...she is a reflection of a 21st century world culture where ethnicity and national boundaries blur.¨ - Los Angeles Times

Live Music @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage)
Tuesday, September 30th, 2008 | 8 - 11 pm
Chicago
Various bands.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, September 27th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Latin Jazz, salsa, cumbia, and merengue. DJ and dancing until 2 a.m.

Grupo Yubá @ Winds Cafe (2657 N. Kedzie)
Saturday, September 27th, 2008 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Bomba music Chicago way. Great local Afro-Puerto Rican bomba group distinguishes itself through its own original compositions.

Ritmo Fridays @ Olé Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln)
Friday, September 26th, 2008 | 9:30 pm - 2:00 am
Chicago, IL
With occasional live bands, Ritmo Fridays is a new DJ Series that brings you a mix of Latin, Reggae, Brazilian, and the best international music. Featuring The
Agúzate DJ Crew with guest DJ's Slacky J, Mwelwa, David Chávez,
Mateo, and Supreme Court. Sala Lessons at 10:00 pm.


Olé Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln) is located at the corner of
Lincoln/Diversey/Racine.


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Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Friday, September 26th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago
Latin Jazz, salsa, cumbia, and merengue. DJ and dancing until 2 a.m.

Tumbao Thursdays @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln) $3
Thursday, September 25th, 2008 | 9pm-2am
Chicago, IL
Angel D´Cuba and the drummers of Tiembla Tierra, the premier Afro-Cuban music ensemble in Chicago perform as part of Las Tablas´ RAICES weekly music series. Old-School Salsa, Latin Soul, Latin Funk, Latin Jazz and more by the Aguzate DJ Crew.

Latin Inspiration @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, September 25th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Energetic Latin jazz ensemble, Latin Inspiration, performs every Thursday, except for the first of the month as part of the Latin Jazz Thursdays series at Tumbao.

Zahzil & Son de Madera @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Wednesday, September 24th, 2008 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The Old Town School and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs present a fantastic double bill of Mexican Son as part of this year´s Chicago World Music Festival. Opening the show are 25-year veterans Zazhil, who have toured extensively throughout the world pioneering their ¨Son Mexican Fusion¨ mixing traditional and contemporary styles and instrumentation. Son de Madera is one of the most highly respected and well-traveled representatives of the Son Jarocho movement of Veracruz, Mexico.

Latin Inspiration @ Winds Cafe (2657 N. Kedzie)
Wednesday, September 24th, 2008 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Latin Ispiration´s quartet version, La Inspiración Quartet performs with open jam.

Son de la Habana @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, September 24th, 2008 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Chicago´s own Son de la Habana plays as part of Carnivale´s Live Music Wednesdays.

Live Music @ Cafe Laguardia (2111 W. Armitage)
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008 | 8 - 11 pm
Chicago
Various groups.

Rupa & The April Fishes, Chicha Libre @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Saturday, September 20th, 2008 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
With influences that include French chanson, Gypsy music, tango, Latin alternative, Indian music and beyond, Rupa & the April Fishes create music that is lively, romantic and instantaneously appealing. Chicha Libre plays a mixture of Latin rhythms, surf music and psychedelic pop inspired by Peruvian music from the Amazon.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, September 20th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Latin Jazz, salsa, cumbia, and merengue. DJ and dancing until 2 a.m.

Ritmo Fridays @ Olé Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln)
Friday, September 19th, 2008 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
With occasional live bands, Ritmo Fridays is a new DJ Series that brings you a mix of Latin, Reggae, Brazilian, and the best international music. Featuring The
Agúzate DJ Crew with guest DJ's Slacky J, Mwelwa, David Chávez,
Mateo, and Supreme Court.


Olé Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln) is located at the corner of
Lincoln/Diversey/Racine.


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Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Friday, September 19th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago
Latin Jazz, salsa, cumbia, and merengue. DJ and dancing until 2 a.m.

RAICES Live Music Series @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Thursday, September 18th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Rotating bands, which include: Bossa Tres (Brazil), Fandanguero (Mexico), El Payo (Spain), Araguaney (Venezuela & Colombia), Nuestro Tambo (Puerto Rico), Mofoe Orisha (Dominican Rep. & P. Rico), the Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble Quartet, TiemblaTierra (Cuba- EVERY LAST THURSDAY @ 10:00 pm), and many more...

Mannix Martinez y su Orquesta @ Excalibur (632 N. Dearborn)
Thursday, September 18th, 2008
Chicago, IL
4 Djs playing the best in Salsa, Mambo, Bachata, Cha Cha Cha & Cumbia Sonidera on 2 separate dance floors.

Dance lesson by Lisa "La Boriqua" at 8:30p.

Live Salsa band performance directly from Puerto Rico by Mannix & Su Orquesta at 10p.
(Fomer singer for Sonora Poncena for 13 years)

$ 10.00 adv/ $ 15.00 door.
($ 7.00 if you are on the guest list and come in from 7p-9p)

Contact us for tickets at 312 427 2572. Go to 540 N. La Salle 5th floor

Alvin Medina @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Wednesday, September 17th, 2008 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Alvin Medina is a master of the Puerto Rican Cuatro who has played alongside the best artists in the genre throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico and recorded the highly-regarded ¨Mi Música Borincana.¨ His uncanny skill has brought him to some of the most prestigious stages in the U.S., including Carnegie Hall in 1995. He has been a featured artist in Chicago´s annual Cuatro Festival on several occasions. Members of the Olavarría family, who are well-known within Chicago´s Puerto Rican folkloric community, will accompany him.

Willie Gomez con Cache Orchestra @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, September 17th, 2008 | 7:30 pm
Chicago, IL
One of Chicago´s hardest-working Salsa bands, Willie Gomez´s Caché Orchestra performs as part of Live Music Wednesdays at Carnivale.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, September 13th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Latin Jazz, salsa, cumbia, and merengue. DJ and dancing until 2 a.m.

Maraca @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Friday, September 12th, 2008 | 7:30 pm & 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Maraca was a child prodigy who started his musical career at the age of 16 as a flute player in the group Irakere, led by Chucho Valdez. He has grown to become one of the most popular names in Latin and Afro-Cuban music. His music is a cocktail of fusion and energy that stems from the jazziest improvisations to the most danceable elements of Caribbean and popular Cuban music.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Friday, September 12th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Latin Jazz, salsa, cumbia and merengue. DJ and dancing until 2 a.m.

Nation Beat @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Wednesday, September 10th, 2008 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Nation Beat is a Brooklyn-based group that found their musical inspiration in the Afro-Brazilian rhythms of Maracatu, Chico Science, and the Mangue Beat movement. They all traveled to Recife in Northeastern Brazil and immersed themselves in these musical styles, recording their widely acclaimed ¨Maracatuniversal¨ in collaboration with Nacao Estrela Brilhante. They have seamlessly melded these styles with the rhythms of the southern United States effortlessly swinging from gritty New Orleans funk to the huge sound of Brazilian bateria.

Angel D´Cuba @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, September 10th, 2008 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Angel D´Cuba is a versatile performer, who performs Cuban son and rumba.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, September 6th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Salsa and Latin Jazz. DJ and dancing until 2 a.m.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Friday, September 5th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Live Salsa and Latin Jazz. Followed by DJ and dancing until 2 a.m.

James Sanders´ Conjunto @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, September 4th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago
Part of Latin Jazz Thursdays series at Tumbao.

La Gran Banda, Punto Clave & El Pueblo @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008 | 8:30 pm
Chicago
Get ready for a Honduran blow-out with a trio of top Honduran bands. El Pueblo will kick things off with the best in music within the current Reggaetón craze followed by a top-notch merengue recording artist, Punto Clave. Honduras is the hotbed of a Central American music and dance style that has rocketed across Latin America. Punta or Punta Rock is based on the African rooted traditions of the Garifuna people and features fast-paced percussive, hip-swinging rhythms. La Gran Banda has been one of the top bands in the genre since Punta exploded on the scene in the ´80s.

Lise Gilly and Grupo Cha Cha @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago
Lise Gilly and Grupo Cha-Cha as part of Carnivale´s Live Music Wednesdays.

AfriCaribe and others @ Fiesta Boricua (Division St. between Western & California)
Sunday, August 31st, 2008 | 12:00 - 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Bomba music throughout the day during the Fiesta Boricua celebration.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash)
Sunday, August 31st, 2008 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Enjoy brunch with Bossa Tres, a Brazilian trio making waves in Chicago.

James Sanders´ Conjunto @ 30th Annual Chicago Jazz Festival (Jazz & Heritage Stage in Grant Park 200-300 E. Jackson))
Saturday, August 30th, 2008 | 12:30 - 1:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Talented local Latin jazz outfit play the Chicago Jazz Festival.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, August 30th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Live Salsa and Latin Jazz. Followed by DJ and dancing until 2 a.m.

Bombazo @ La Casita de Don Pedro (2625 W. Division St.)
Saturday, August 30th, 2008 | 8:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Monthly bombazo held outside at La Casita de Don Pedro. Bomba music for everyone.

Viento de Agua @ Las Tablas (2942 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Saturday, August 30th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
The premier plena group from Puerto Rico brings its unplugged version of drums and güiro to Las Tablas. A not-to-be missed affair with master drummers of the genre.

Tribute to Palmieri - Ritmo Fridays @ Olé Lounge (2812 N. Lincoln)
Friday, August 29th, 2008 | 10:00 pm
Chicago
Ritmo Fridays is a new DJ Series that brings you a mix of Latin, Reggae, Brazilian, and the best international music. Featuring The Agúzate DJ Crew, DJ Slacky J, DJ Mwelwa, DJ Chávez, DJ a.k.a. Vortex, and DJ Supreme Court.

August 29th -
Chicago Jazz Fest Afterparty
Tribute to Eddie Palmieri
Continue dancing to the sounds of Fania and the Palmieri Brothers long after the the last set of the Chicago Jazz Fest.

$4 All Imported beers from Latin America and Spain, including Estrella, Negra Modelo, and Corona.

Free personalized salsa lessons in small groups are available every Friday at 10:30 pm. First come, first served. Go to the lower level and ask for Miguel.

Eddie Palmieri @ Petrillo Music Shell (Grant Park)
Friday, August 29th, 2008 | 8:30 pm
Chicago, IL
The living salsa and Latin Jazz legend comes to Chicago on opening night of the 30th Chicago Jazz Festival.

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Friday, August 29th, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Live Salsa and Latin Jazz. Followed by DJ and dancing until 2 a.m.

Nabori @ Chicago´s Navy Pier
Thursday, August 28th, 2008 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Milwaukee-based, hard-core salsa band building buzz in Chicago.

Fandanguero @ La Taberna Tapatía (3358 N. Ashland Ave.)
Thursday, August 28th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago
Son jarocho and more...

Mandrágora Tango @ Old Town School of Folk Music (4544 N. Lincoln Ave.)
Wednesday, August 27th, 2008 | 9:30 pm
Chicago, IL
Old Town School of Folk Music kicks off their Peña series with a featured artist of the 2008 International Chicago Tango Fest of The American Tango Institute. Mandrágora Tango is a quartet of Tango musicians and enthusiasts based in Minneapolis who all discovered tango as adults. While the music will delight the tango purists, each musician brings i the sensibilities of their eclectic and diverse musical backgrounds. The event will also feature one of the top tango dance couples from the festival.

Mannix Martinez´s Sonorifica @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, August 27th, 2008 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
One of Puerto Rico's legendary voices ("Soneros"), he began to be known with "Orquesta La Terrifica" & later with the legendary "Sonora Poncena" of Papo Luca & Quique.

Bossa Tres @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Wednesday, August 27th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Brazilian nights every Wednesday with Bossa Tress, one of the most exciting bands in the Chicago scene.

Bossa Tres @ Ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, August 26th, 2008 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Hot Brazilian nights every Tuesday with Bossa Tress, one of the most exciting bands in the Chicago scene.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash)
Sunday, August 24th, 2008 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Enjoy brunch with Bossa Tres, a Brazilian trio making waves in Chicago.

VIVA CHICAGO @ Grant Park (200 - 300 E. Jackson)
Saturday, August 23rd, 2008 to Sunday, August 24th, 2008

10:30 am - 9:30
Chicago, IL
Chicago´s Annual ¡Viva! Latin Music Festival will feature artists such as Los Lobos, Malo with Jorge Santana, Papo Santiago´s Infraverde, Mike Roman & The Tellstars Featuring Jose ¨Chepito¨ Areas and Armando Perazza, Son De La Habana, and others.

Angel Melendez: Tribute to Hector Lavoe @ 12 th Annual Summer Dance Series 601 S. Michigan (Between Harrison Street and Balbo Drive)
Saturday, August 23rd, 2008 | Dance Lessons 6 - 7 pm; Live Music 7:30 - 9:30 pm
Chicago, IL, FREE
Grammy-nominated Melendez delights dancers with his tribute to the great sonero Hector Lavoe. Dance lessons by Lisa ¨La Boriqua.¨

Yankatino @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd)
Saturday, August 23rd, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago , IL
Live Salsa and Latin Jazz. Followed by DJ and dancing until 2 a.m.

Angel Melendez´s 911 Mambo Orchestra @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Saturday, August 23rd, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Chicago´s very own Grammy-nominated mambo machine visits Tumbao.

YANKATINO @ Las Tablas (4920 W. Irving Park Rd) $3
Friday, August 22nd, 2008 | 7:30 - 10:30 pm
Chicago
Live Salsa and Latin Jazz. Followed by DJ and dancing until 2 a.m.

Nuestro Tambo @ Coco´s Restaurant (2723 W. Division St.)
Thursday, August 21st, 2008 | 10:00 pm
Chicago, IL, FREE
Top bomba and plena practitioners in the heart of Humboldt Park.

Latin Inspiration @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Thursday, August 21st, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Part of the Latin Jazz Thursdays series at Tumbao.

Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble @ Chicago´s Navy Pier
Thursday, August 21st, 2008 | 7:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Progressive Latin jazz outfit takes an octet to Navy Pier.

La Tremenda Rumba @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, August 20th, 2008 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live Music Wednesdays.

Bossa Tres @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Wednesday, August 20th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Brazilian nights every Wednesday with Bossa Tress, one of the most exciting bands in the Chicago scene.

Bossa Tres @ Ñ (2977 N. Elston Ave.)
Tuesday, August 19th, 2008 | 10:00 pm - 1:00 am
Chicago, IL
Hot Brazilian nights every Tuesday with Bossa Tress, one of the most exciting bands in the Chicago scene.

Mannix Martinez Tribute to the Latin Legends @ Cubbie Bear (1059 W. Addison)
Sunday, August 17th, 2008 | Dance Lessons 7:00 pm; Live music 9:00 pm
Chicago
Veteran of Puerto Rico´s La Terrifica has settled in the Windy City, and performs a tribute to some of the legends of the music.

Bossa Tres @ Cuatro (2030 S. Wabash)
Sunday, August 17th, 2008 | 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Enjoy brunch with Bossa Tres, a Brazilian trio making waves in Chicago.

Barrio Art Fest @ Humboldt Park Field House (1440 N. Sacramento - Humboldt Blvd.)
Saturday, August 16th, 2008 | 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Chicago, IL
BAF08 is a multidisciplinary community arts and educational festival showcasing artists in all disciplines including painters, craft makers, musicians, performers, poets, video/filmmakers, jewelers and more. BAF08 presents arts/craft exhibits, art demonstrations/workshops, film/video screenings, book readings/signing and theater/dance/music performances. BAF08 presents currents and diverse art production in Humboldt Park by Puerto Rican/Latino artists and local Humboldt Park cultural workers.

Nuestro Tambó and AfriCaribe @ Barrio Fest (Humbold Park Field House)
Saturday, August 16th, 2008 | 12:00 and 1:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Nuestro Tambó and AfriCaribe join the artists in the community for Humboldt Park´s annual arts festival.

Papo Santiago & Orquesta Infraverde @ 12 th Annual Summer Dance Series 601 S. Michigan (Between Harrison Street and Balbo Drive)
Friday, August 15th, 2008 | Dance Lessons 6 - 7 pm; Live Music 7:30 - 9:30 pm
Chicago, IL, FREE
One of the best bands in Chicago. Afro-Caribbean, Latin Jazz, and Salsa. Dance lessons by Miguel Mendez and Michael Angelo Mendez.

Fandanguero @ La Taberna Tapatía (3358 N. Ashland Ave.)
Thursday, August 14th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Son jarocho and more...

Bossa Tres @ Tumbao (3213 W. Armitage Ave.)
Wednesday, August 13th, 2008 | 9:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Brazilian nights every Wednesday with Bossa Tress, one of the most exciting bands in the Chicago scene.

Angel Melendez Sextet @ Carnivale (702 W. Fulton Mrkt)
Wednesday, August 13th, 2008 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm
Chicago, IL
Live Music Wednesdays! featuring live bands from 7:30p - 11pm. Grammy-nominated Melendez shows his versatility by tackling the sextet format.