About this Event
ROBERTO PLA BIG BAND LATINO at The Fox & Firkin, South London on Sunday February 1 2026!
Fox & Firkin proudly presents Colombian master-percussionist Roberto Pla and his Big Band Latino. Otherwise known as the Godfather of Latin Music in the UK, Roberto Pla will be heading up an all-star lineup of international musicians. Expect a dazzling repertoire of salsa, Latin- jazz and tropical rhythms.
Instrumental in bringing the authentic Latin beat to the UK, and known equally well on the pop and Latin scenes, Roberto has recorded and toured with artists including Boney M, Kate Bush, Joe Strummer, Motorhead and Slim Gaillard while the individual CVs of his band read like a Who’s Who of Latin and jazz music!
Featuring the crème de la crème of the UK’s session musicians, the lineup for this very special Sunday bonanza features:
Graciela Rodriguez (Spain) – Vocals/hand percussion
Feliz Gonzalez (Cuba) – Vocals/percussion
Alphonso De Jesus (Colombia) – Vocals/percussion
Federico De Vittor (Italy) – Piano
Satin Singh (UK) – Conga drums
David Pattman (UK) – Bongos
Michele Montolliti (Italy) – Bass
Vancho Manoilovich (Macedonia) – Drums
Roberto Pla (Colombia) – Timbales
Adam Furness (UK) – Trumpet
Billy Rowlatt (UK) – Trumpet
Simon Finch (UK) – Trumpet
Karen L Straw (UK) – Trumpet
Kasia Kuchnicka (Poland) – Trombone
Eddie Rieband (UK) – Trombone
Paul Taylor (UK) – Trompone
Natasha Hansen (UK) – Baritone Sax
Anna Chai (UK) – Alto Sax
Otto Kampa (UK) – Alto Sax
William Wood (UK) –Tenor Sax
Booking in advance strongly recommended. Come ready to dance!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Fox & Firkin, 316 Lewisham High Street, London, United Kingdom
GBP 16.96
