Community Music Center: Shenson Faculty Concert Series: Azesu: Music of the Americas with Omar Ledezma Jr.

Experience an intimate evening at the intersection of jazz and Latin American music traditions with percussion faculty Omar Ledezma Jr and Azesu. Combining Peruvian, Cuban and Venezuelan rhythms with contemporary American jazz, Azesu is a dynamic Bay Area ensemble featuring Grammy-winning musicians. Founded by legendary timbalero Orestes Vilató (Fania All Stars, Santana) with Omar Ledezma Jr, David Pinto, Jonathan Alford, Maria Marquez and Sheldon Brown. The collective is currently working on Legacy, a new album honoring the ensembles’ musical heritage, now in final stages of production. Featured Musicians: Sheldon Brown, winds Zahra Rothschild, voice (CMC Faculty) Jonathan Alford, piano David Pinto, bass Freddie Miranda Jr., percussion Thursday, July 23 at 7pm CMC Concert Hall FREE (RSVP here) shenson-faculty-concert-2026-ledezma.eventbrite.com/