| Event: | Jimmy Bosch & His 11 Piece Orchestra |
| Date: | Saturday, April 12th 2008 |
| Time: | 7:30 pm |
| Venue Name: | Crossroads Theatre |
| Ticket Prices: | Gold Circle $65.00; P $45.00; A $35.00 |
| Online Ticket Sales Link: | http://www.statetheatrenj.org/ticketing/calendarevents/show.asp?id=20015288 |
| Info/Notes: | Jimmy Bosch & His 11 Piece Orchestrapresented by Teatro Si A combination of a truly intimate venue and a performance by one of the greats of the Salsa Dura movement promises to become an evening that Latin music concert lovers will cherish for some time to come when Jimmy Bosch, who is internationally recognized as the leading Salsa/World music trombone icon and composer of powerful lyrics about real life experiences, makes a rare area appearance with his acclaimed 11 piece orchestra. People worldwide refer to Bosch as “a real person, awesome, extraordinary, most expressive, incredible talent, great soloist” etc. As a composer, he is compared to the likes of Ruben Blades for his social content in the lyrics. Considered one of today’s most important composer/lyricists in Salsa music, his songs are thought provoking, educational, inspiring, and socially reflective. His ability to conquer the rhythmic complexities with his heartfelt and gifted trombone playing styles has placed him in the Royal Court of the music world, covering the Salsa, Latin Jazz and World music genres. Appearing on over 70 recordings, Bosch has made records and/or toured with his 11 piece band as well as Israel Cachao Lopez, Ruben Blades and Son del Solar, Celia Cruz, Ray Barretto, Willie Colon, Manny Oquendo y Libre, Paquito D’Rivera, Oscar De Leon, Jose Alberto “El Canario,” Marc Anthony, FANIA Allstars, Eddie and Charlie Palmieri, Steve Turre, Incognito, Spanish Harlem Orchestra, Jon Faddis, Arturo O’faril and the list goes on. Having performed for crowds as large as 150,000 in Montreal, Canada; over 110,000 in Sydney Festival at Domain Park, and 95,000 in Medellin, Columbia, Bosch is a well seasoned entertainer. As Bosch continues to travel around the world with his band and as a soloist he prepares the world for yet another Salsa CD to be released in 2008. Do not miss this rare opportunity to witness the magic of Latin music as brought to the intimate concert stage by these true ambassadors of the art form! Order tickets today! This event goes on sale Monday, February 25, 2008 at 10am. This is a RENTAL event, regular State Theatre ticketing and gift certificate policies do not apply. |
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| Artist Name: | Jimmy Bosch & His 11 Piece Orchestra |
| Artist Website: | http://www.jimmyboschmusic.com/ |
| Presented By: | presented by Teatro Si |
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| Venue Name: | Crossroads Theatre |
| Venue Website: | http://www.crossroadsnb.com/ |
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| Venue Address1: | 7 Livingston Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08901 |
| Venue Info/Notes: | Crossroads Theatre Company, recipient of the 1999 Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre in the United States, is the nation's premiere African American theater. The American Theatre Critics Association together with the American Theatre Wing and the League of Regional Theatres and Producers presented the prestigious Tony Award to Crossroads in recognition of its 22-year history of artistic accomplishment and excellence. Crossroads is the first African American theater to receive this honor in the 33-year history of this special award category. |
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