Nachito Herrera

“One of the world’s great Cuban pianists. [Nachito] blends jaw-dropping technique and rich, powerful soulfulness in an amazing display of musical power and emotion.” – TEDx Talks 

Steinway Piano Artist Nachito Herrera returns to his musical home! This special show celebrates the music of George Gershwin (USA) and Ernesto Lecuona (Cuba), bringing two countries together for the love of music. Hear Nachito’s virtuoso takes on timeless classics like “I Got Rhythm”, “Summertime”, “Danza Negra”, “Malagueña” and more. Don’t miss it!

Ignacio “Nachito” Herrera has garnered acclaim as one of the world’s greatest Cuban pianists. Also, he completely commands traditional classical and contemporary musical idioms. Further, Nachito brings astounding technique and natural talent to compose explosive music that overwhelms the Dakota with powerful energy.

Herrera stunned Cuban audiences at the age of 12, performing Rachmaninoff s Concerto No 2 with the Havana Symphony Orchestra. Later, he joined the famed Cubanismo as the lead pianist, arranger, and Musical Director. He was also a special guest for Afro-Cuban All Stars. Additionally, Nachito has played at many of the world’s finest concert halls and prestigious jazz festivals. He is the recipient of many regional and national awards. He was named City Pages’ Best Jazz Artist four times, and has Emmys, Grammys, Minnesota Music Awards, and the Immigrants of Distinction Award, among many others.

Recommended for Fans of Noro Morales, Rio Bossa Trio, Ray Barretto and Geoff Stapleton.

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