Name: America 250 with the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra + Strings
Start: 2026-05-15T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-16T19:00:00-04:00
Location: El Museo del Barrio

America 250 with the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra + Strings

Seldom-heard works by Chico O'Farrill, compositions by Arturo O'Farrill, and new adaptations for big band with string orchestra.
About this Event

On May 15 and 16, ALJO + Strings features the 18-piece big band in a new setting, accompanied by a string orchestra. The hybrid ensemble presents a diverse program including seldom-heard works by Chico O'Farrill, compositions and adaptations by Arturo O'Farrill, and new orchestrations of pieces from the Latin jazz canon. This performance is part of Carnegie Hall's United in Sound: America at 250 festival.