Wednesday, May 19, 2010

A copy of my first article

A few months ago I wrote an article (actually, my first one!) for Pie Derecho (www.piederecho.com) a FREE monthly magazine that focuses on Latin culture in New York City. The article talks about my experiences walking around the city looking for places to perform and at the same time I recommend some small joints where you can check out great live music. Here is a copy of the article in spanish so you can read it. Also, keep an eye out for this wonderful magazine which you'll find for free all around the city!

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Saturday, May 15, 2010

Finished with the new arrangement of "Reina De La Cumbia"

Miami big band anyone?

Anyone know of any big bands in Miami? I'm trying to find a a 10-piece horn section that I can hire over there for a possible gig...any ideas? I'm open to suggestions so let me know if you know anyone that plays or is related to a big band in Miami. You can post the info below here. Thank you in advance!

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Friday, May 14, 2010

Deep talks with a filmmaker friend

I was just talking to a good friend back in Colombia. He's a filmmaker and we were catching up on what each of us is doing. More like how each of us a trying to find ways to sell, show, promote your idea...your creations, your "babies" (would be a better word actually). And the conclusion always ends up being that the only way to make your films (or songs, or paintings or whatever kind of project) reach out in to the world is by knowing they are the most important thing in the world for you!

Why I'm I telling you this? Well basically because he kept on joking and saying "oh yeah, well why don't you put that on your blog!"...so I'm happy to embarrass him bydoing so, 'cause isn't that what real friends are for!! hehe!

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Friday, May 7, 2010

After Party for "Entre Nos" film tonight at "Terraza"

Playing tonight at "La Terraza" as part of the after-party for the opening of feature film "Entre Nos" (www.entrenosfilm.com). NO COVER and its open to the public so stop by for a little dancing and drinking.

 

Gregorio Uribe Cuartet @ Terraza

DATE: Friday May 7th

TIME: 10pm - 12midnight

PLACE: Terraza 7 Train Cafe (Jackson Heights)

             40-19 Gleane Street

             Elmhurst, NY 11373

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Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Tonight's Private Show (Americas Business Council)

I just came back from the seeing the space where we're playing a private show tonight. Its at Industria Superstudio (www.industrianyc.com) in the West Village and its looking great. Its a beautiful production and the design is done by famous food artist Jennifer Rubell (www.jenniferrubell.com)!

The event is organized by the Americas Business Council (www.americasbusinesscouncil.org) and we're ready to rock the place!

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Monday, May 3, 2010

What a nice day

Rehearsal with the Big Band this morning, cooked some lunch, out again to play solo in the Village... I love my life!

Today's rehearsal went smoothly: eveyone came prepared and we only had to go through a few tunes which was great because we could spend more time on each one. Usually we have to go through 2 sets of music in one 2-hour reharsal!

On another note, I'll be playing tonight at "Le Caire Lounge" tonight (189 east 3rd street between 1st and A aves - East Village). Starts at 8pm and its a solo show. NO COVER.

See you soon and save the date for our next Big Band show (open to the public, that is) at Fat Cat on May 29th!
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