Román Díaz & Ago Lona: Future-forward Afro-Cuban Traditional Music

Ago Lona, led by the venerable percussionist, poet, and religious practitioner Román Díaz, is future-forward tradition that features the stunning Cuban vocalist Melvis Santa. The group’s repertoire is firmly rooted in Afro-Cuban tradition with an expansive sound thatrepresents every stop on this music’s constantly evolving journey; from the streets of Havana to international music festivals and New York cityjazz clubs. Personnel: Román Díaz, Melvis Santa, David Virelles, Rafael Monteagudo, Onel Mulet; Sponsors: Karbank Fund for World Music, Department of Musicology & Ethnomusicology, African American Studies Program, and the Center for Latin American Studies. This event is free and open to the public.

When 8:30 pm on Thursday, April 26, 2018
Building 855 Commonwealth Avenue
Room Concert Hall