Latin Jazz Concert with Solar Rhythms
This December, join us for a soothing Latin Jazz Concert featuring a captivating journey through jazz standards and Cuban classics. Blending swing, blues, bolero, son, cha-cha, and Afro-Cuban rhythms, the performance showcases a vibrant musical conversation where tradition, improvisation, and cultural exchange come together. From intimate ballads to spirited dance grooves, this engaging program celebrates the rich connections between these beloved musical styles.
This event will take place on Sunday, December 20, 2026, in the Deering Estate Visitor Center Theater, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Check-in will begin at 6:45 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person.
Event Details
Date: Sunday, December 20th, 2026
Time: 7:00p.m. – 9:00p.m., Check-in begins at 6:45 p.m.
Location: Deering Estate Visitor Center Theater
Cost: $30. Tickets purchased ONLINE ONLY through Eventbrite. No refunds, exchanges or rainchecks. Deering Estate Foundation members receive a 10% discount. To redeem your discount, contact the Deering Estate Foundation office by email to receive your exclusive promo code to be entered when purchasing.
About the Musicians
Eddy Balzola (guitarist/composer) was born in Cuba & raised in the USA. Mostly self-taught, his musical foundation is based on Blues & Afro-American Soul music, later embracing Jazz and Afro-Cuban styles as well. He has performed around the globe with bands as diverse as Reggae, Latin, & Pop. He is the leader/founder of the well-known band “ORIENTE”. Balzola is also currently a member of SOLAR RHYTHMS project.
Yoel del Sol, born in Cienfuegos, Cuba, in 1974, graduated from the National School of Music in Havana, where he also taught from 1993 to 1999. He won first prize at PERCUBA in 1995 and has performed at international jazz festivals. Based in Miami since 1999, he has shared the stage with legendary artists such as Celia Cruz, Cachao, Chucho Valdés, and Arturo Sandoval. His career includes recordings with prominent Latin music artists and appearances in Yanni’s productions Live from Acapulco and Live at El Morro, Puerto Rico.
Juan Ricardo (trumpet). Born in Holguin, Cuba into a family of musicians. Juan began studying music at the early age of 5 years old, under the tutelage of Eduardo Marquez, founder and director of the municipal band of Holguin. Juan continued his music studies at the Music School, from which he graduated in 1991. Since then, he has worked professionally with a big band in the show “Cabaret Night,” directed by Gustavo Marquez and has been part of “Casa de la Trova Septet,” under the direction of Pepitin.In 2002, he traveled to Germany to continues his musical career. Among his many accolades is a nomination for the Grammy for “Best Tropical Album” with Conjunto Progreso and a live album recorded with this band, called “Alive in Miami” with Arturo Sandoval.
Miguel Gomez (double bass). Born in Havana, Cuba. He began his musical studies with Orlando “Cachaito” Lopez, one of the most important bass players in the Cuban musical history. Miguel has worked with Conjunto Progreso for 8 years with whom he recorded “Masters of Cuban Son,” an album nominated for a Grammy in the category of “Best Tropical Album” and later recorded in “Alive in Miami” with famous Cuban musician Arturo Sandoval.
Cultural Arts Programming at the Deering Estate is made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, and The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc. Programming in the Deering Estate theater is also possible thanks to The Jorge M. Perez Family Foundation at The Miami Foundation.