BLACKSBURG, Va., Oct. 5 -- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University issued the following news release:
Experience the infectious rhythms, bold brass, intricate percussion, and soaring vocals of Cuba when legendary bandleader Juan de Marcos brings the Afro-Cuban All Stars to the Center for the Arts on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 7:30 p.m.
Devoted to telling the full story of Cuban music, the Afro-Cuban All Stars emerged from the same creative movement that brought the world the Buena Vista Social Club. Led by de Marcos, the orchestra moves across generations and styles, from classic Cuban son and danzón to contemporary timba dance music, bringing master musicians and rising artists together for a high-energy performance filled w...