Harold López-nussa at Jazzfest Budapest at Városháza Park

The Harold López-Nussa Quartet’s Budapest concert promises an experience no discerning jazz listener should miss. Over the past decade, the Cuban piano phenomenon has become one of modern Latin jazz’s most influential voices: his playing is driven by elemental rhythmic energy, remarkable technical assurance, and an unmistakable Caribbean sound.

His latest project, the Harold López-Nussa Quartet, brings a compelling fusion of Cuban traditions, contemporary jazz, and Afro-Caribbean grooves to the stage. The ensemble’s internationally acclaimed musicians create exceptional synergy live: the propulsive rhythm section and López-Nussa’s emotionally charged yet disciplined performance speak simultaneously to listeners drawn to technical sophistication and to those seeking atmosphere and immersion....

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The Harold López-Nussa Quartet’s Budapest concert promises an experience no discerning jazz listener should miss. Over the past decade, the Cuban piano phenomenon has become one of modern Latin jazz’s most influential voices: his playing is driven by elemental rhythmic energy, remarkable technical assurance, and an unmistakable Caribbean sound.

His latest project, the Harold López-Nussa Quartet, brings a compelling fusion of Cuban traditions, contemporary jazz, and Afro-Caribbean grooves to the stage. The ensemble’s internationally acclaimed musicians create exceptional synergy live: the propulsive rhythm section and López-Nussa’s emotionally charged yet disciplined performance speak simultaneously to listeners drawn to technical sophistication and to those seeking atmosphere and immersion.

The program is built around Nueva Timba, released this September on Blue Note, where modern jazz structures open up the rich and diverse musical heritage of Cuba. Dynamic improvisations, unexpected turns, and a vibrant Latin pulse ensure a truly unforgettable evening.

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