Afro-Cuban Jazz and Soul with Yilian Cañizares
UpStage at the Phillips Center · 3201 Hull Rd., Gainesville
Hear Yilian Cañizares blend Afro-Cuban rhythms, jazz and soulful vocals in a performance filled with energy and musical creativity. Combining infectious grooves with expressive melodies and a touch of mysticism, Cañizares brings a distinctive sound that celebrates her Cuban musical roots while embracing the freedom of jazz. Her dynamic performance transforms the Phillips Center’s intimate UpStage setting into a lively celebration of rhythm and song. The 7 p.m. performance includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, while the 9 p.m. performance includes desserts and a cash bar.