Doors at 7:00 | Show at 8:00
All ages are welcome.
Free parking is available in the lot across the street until full.
These two legendary dance bands come together on one stage for one special night of entertainment you won't forget.
Enjoy the celebration and showcase of live Latin dance music from Salsa to Cumbia, Bachata to Bolero, Latin jazz & more.
Enhance the experience with incredible catered food and bar specials as you dance the night away in this historic new venue!
Alberta Abbey is a beautiful spacious 400-seat air-conditioned theater including a full bar and lounge, state-of-the-art sound system, and venue on-site parking.
We're a family-friendly all-ages music venue!
SON DE CUBA
Son de Cuba is a sextet created in August 2015 by musicians from Mexico and Cuba. We play different kinds of genres such as Salsa, Timba, Son, Merengue, Boleros, Cumbia, Bachata, Latin Jazz, etc. The band consists of: Vocals, piano and bass piano player, Nelson Morales; singer and minor percussion, Adalberto Dominguez; Sax, flute and vocals, Ramon Brizuela Martinez; Timbal player and master percusionist, Isidro Valor Perez; Trumpet player, minor percussion and vocals, Juan Carlos Tito; The band manager, percusionist and vocals will be Tony Gonzalez. We are based in Portland, Oregon.
Since five of the band members are Cubans, we have roots in Latin, African, and Jazz rhythms. We blend this vast knowledge of different beats together in classic and modern latin songs, exuding energy, happiness, and encouraging you to dance. With only six performers, we have a full sound and will draw a crowd with our energy and love for our music. Dancing is encouraged, we may even join you!
CONJUNTO ALEGRE
A staple in the live Latin music scene since 1987, Conjunto Alegre plays tropical music from all over the Caribbean - Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Colombia, Venezuela, Panama, and the US. Aquiles Montas has been the lead promoter of Caribbean music in Oregon since 1984. Conjunto Alegre’s high energy and great connection with audience has made them high priority at clubs, private parties, and summer concerts in the parks for many years such as: Mt Hood Jazz Festival, Portland Mayor's Ball, Ilani Casino, Portland Rose Festival, Cinco De Mayo, Eugene Celebration, Salem Art Festival, Oregon County Fair and all city summer concerts throughout Oregon.
The Elevate Unity Benefit Music Series is a collaborative effort created from the necessity to support the arts, reconnect our community, and promote unity through the healing message of music! Our focus is to advocate for inclusion, equality, and support of our local venues, staff, gig workers, and musicians from the lasting effects of our industry shut down from COVID.