Dayramir Gonzalez: The Journey From Havana To New York at Ideal Glass Studios

"THE GRAND CONCOURSE" - ALBUM RELEASE CONCERT

"In Mr. Gonzalez’s hands, an Afro-Cuban batá drum pattern becomes a tone poem filled with funk attitude and modern-jazz feel." - The Wall Street Journal, Larry Blumenfeld

After winning three Cubadisco awards in 2007 for his debut album "Dayramir & Habana enTRANCé," Dayramir releases his latest album "The Grand Concourse" in New York City, where the inspiration of its title comes from.

This concert will feature guests from the album, including Cuban music legend and Grammy-Award winning flutist and composer Oriente Lopez, acclaimed jazz songstress Nadia Washington, whom Esperanza Spalding has called "a glorious and rare talent." And, as on the album, Dayramir brings a live and lush string sonority to the stage with Cuban-inspired contemporary string ensemble String Bembe....

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"THE GRAND CONCOURSE" - ALBUM RELEASE CONCERT

"In Mr. Gonzalez’s hands, an Afro-Cuban batá drum pattern becomes a tone poem filled with funk attitude and modern-jazz feel." - The Wall Street Journal, Larry Blumenfeld

After winning three Cubadisco awards in 2007 for his debut album "Dayramir & Habana enTRANCé," Dayramir releases his latest album "The Grand Concourse" in New York City, where the inspiration of its title comes from.

This concert will feature guests from the album, including Cuban music legend and Grammy-Award winning flutist and composer Oriente Lopez, acclaimed jazz songstress Nadia Washington, whom Esperanza Spalding has called "a glorious and rare talent." And, as on the album, Dayramir brings a live and lush string sonority to the stage with Cuban-inspired contemporary string ensemble String Bembe.

Please also join us for an open wine reception before each show at 7:30pm or 9:30pm. (See FAQ below for show time details)

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About Dayramir Gonzalez and "The Grand Concourse":

Starting his professional career as a pianist and composer with former Irakere member, Oscar Valdes’ Afro-Cuban jazz ensemble Diákara at the age of 16, Dayramir’s accomplishments only continue to impress. Since winning Havana’s JoJazz festival in 2004 and 2005, Dayramir has gone from winning three Cubadisco awards for his 2007 debut album “Dayramir & Habana enTRANCé” to becoming Berklee College of Music’s first Cuban national “Presidential Scholarship" recipient to performing in 15,000-seat stadiums with legends like Chucho and Bebo Valdes and headlining Carnegie Hall, representing the young generation of Afro-Cuban jazz. The culmination of his journey as a young Havana-native continuing and bringing the Afro-Cuban music legacy to New York is synthesized in his latest album “The Grand Concourse,” a name inspired by the thoroughfare that runs through the Bronx and a concept that reflects the uncommonly dynamic range of its pieces from the pulsating West African bass motif found in Situaciones en 12/8 to Sencillez’s contemporary take on the classical Cuban tradition of the late 19th century to the haunting orchestral jazz ballad of Blood Brothers. Dayramir is making his mark as a leading international composer, orchestrator, bandleader and pianist.



FAQs

How many shows are there/When should I arrive?

There are two shows on Thursday, June 21st. One at 7:30pm and one at 9:30pm. Please choose the appropriate ticket when ordering. Open wine reception will be held 30 min. before the start of each show. Please arrive early (at least 15 min. beforehand) as seating is first come, first served.



Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

No minimum age, but this is a concert setting, so please keep this in mind if you decide to bring young children

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Ideal Glass is located on 2nd St. b/t 2nd Ave and Bowery. Regular NYC street parking regulations are in effect. By train: Take F train to Houston/2nd Ave or 6 train to Bleeker St.

Will the new album be available for purchase?

Yes, Dayramir's new album "The Grand Concourse" will be available at the show. He will be availble for signing of CD's for a short period after each show.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Please send us a message through Facebook. Or by e-mail: [email protected]

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