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Chucho Valdés

2 concerts

Cuban pianist and composer Chucho Valdés, born in Quivicán, is a pivotal figure in Afro-Cuban jazz, blending Afro-Cuban, jazz, and classical styles. He's won seven GRAMMYs, five Latin GRAMMYs, and a Latin Academy Lifetime Achievement Award. His acclaimed album "Jazz Batá 2" earned a Latin GRAMMY and was on Billboard's 50 Best Latin Albums of the Decade. Valdés collaborates with his wife, Lorena Salcedo, to share Latin jazz globally.

Chucho Valdes Quintet

2 concerts

Chucho Valdés Quintet is led by Cuban piano legend Chucho Valdés, born in Quivicán. A 2025 NEA Jazz Master, Valdés is a leading figure in Afro-Cuban jazz, blending Cuban tradition, jazz, classical, and rock. He has won seven Grammy and six Latin Grammy Awards, and is known for founding Irakere and collaborations with jazz greats. His discography includes "Chucho's Steps" and "Jazz Batá 2".

Concert Info

Genre: Jazz, Afro-Cuban Jazz

Attend the Chucho Valdes Quintet concert in Phoenix at Musical Instrument Museum on Friday, September 18, 2026, at 8:30 PM, featuring Chucho Valdés. Get your tickets now!