Tjader at 100, Cal Tjader Centennial Celebration with Soul Sauce at Catalina Jazz Club

Cal Tjader Centennial Celebration with Soul SauceAbout Cal Tjader: An American Latin Jazz musician, often described as the most successful non-Latino Latin musician. He explored other jazz idioms, especially small group modern jazz, even as he continued to perform music of Africa, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Although his main instrument was the vibraphone, Tjader was also accomplished on the drums, bongos, congas, timbales, and the piano. He worked with many musicians from several cultures. He is often linked to the development of Latin rock and acid jazz. Although the fusion of Jazz with Latin music is often pigeonholed as Latin Jazz, Tjaders works swung freely between both styles...

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Cal Tjader Centennial Celebration with Soul SauceAbout Cal Tjader: An American Latin Jazz musician, often described as the most successful non-Latino Latin musician. He explored other jazz idioms, especially small group modern jazz, even as he continued to perform music of Africa, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Although his main instrument was the vibraphone, Tjader was also accomplished on the drums, bongos, congas, timbales, and the piano. He worked with many musicians from several cultures. He is often linked to the development of Latin rock and acid jazz. Although the fusion of Jazz with Latin music is often pigeonholed as Latin Jazz, Tjaders works swung freely between both styles. His Grammy award in 1980 for his album La Onda Va Bien capped off a career that spanned over 40 years.About Soul Sauce: Born out of love for the unique musical sounds created by jazz legend Cal Tjader, this group of pro players recreates this music for todays audience.Catalina Jazz Club6725 West Sunset Blvd.Hollywood, CA 90028*Tickets purchased online receive priority seating.*Single Entree or Drink minimums apply for all tickets

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