Jazz Nights: Bonito Finito

DaMoJo. Daniel, Morrie, and Jon are a highly improvisational trio that plays original compositions, traditional bop, Latin, and funky takes on jazz standards. Hector Rosado is an acclaimed percussionist, bandleader, arranger, educator, and recording artist who performed and toured with many notable performers in Latin music. Daniel Gonzalez - drums Morrie Louden - bass Jon Ballantyne - piano Hector Rosado - percussion Join DaMoJo and Hector Rosado as they ignite the fire at Vic's Jazz Loft, and enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with stunning art, engaging music, fantastic food, and craft cocktails! Saskatchewan-born pianist and composer Jon Ballantyne released 12 albums and won 2 Juno Awards with 4 nominations. He is an artist who deftly combines the unknown with the known. Listening to the wondrous sounds he makes at the piano, audiences can never be sure where he will take the music next. Currently residing in Bethlehem, Pa, Morrie Louden leads a performance-rich life. Originally from the Bay Area in CA, Morrie performed locally at 14 before studying and then hitting the road with world-renowned artists. Since moving to New York, Morrie released "Time Piece," featuring Adam Nussbaum, Gary Novak, Bob Sheppard, Seamus Blake, Mike Eckroth, Gretchen Parlato, and other greats, which reached critical acclaim. A native of New Yorker based in Northeastern Pennsylvania, US combat Army Band veteran Daniel Gonzalez stays busy performing and teaching locally and abroad. He endorses Bucks County Drums and Red Cymbals of Australia. As artistic director at Vic's Jazz Loft, he curates the jazz program and serves as the house drummer with select artists. Hector Rosado has gigged at New York's hottest salsa clubs and toured worldwide with David Byrne of the Talking Heads during the early 1990s. In 2001, Hector formed "Hector Rosado y Su Orchestra Hache. Hector's sound is dynamic and soaked in folklore. As a versatile percussionist, he continues to lead his group while staying active as one of the most in-demand percussionists in North East Pa. 7-10 PM doors at 6 PM Reserve: 570-325-5588 Tickets: www.vicsjazzloft.com $15.00 music charge Free Parking!