Latin Jazz Concerts & Live Shows in Los Angeles
Latin jazz is a sophisticated fusion genre that emerged in the 1940s, primarily in New York City, through the intersection of American jazz harmonies and complex Afro-Cuban or Caribbean rhythmic structures. Find upcoming Latin Jazz concerts in Los Angeles below.
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Upcoming Latin Jazz Events · Los Angeles
Jazz in the Park: Little Brazil
Sun, 28 Jun @ 6:00 PM
Aaron Goldberg: Improvised Loops & Live Animations ft Pendleton Ward
Wed, 1 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Live Latin & Flamenco Night with Alfredo Cáceres
Wed, 1 Jul @ 6:30 PM
Ocho
Sat, 4 Jul @ 10:00 PM
Jazz in the Park: Special performance by LACM
Sun, 5 Jul @ 6:00 PM
Eleanor and Dario
Thu, 9 Jul @ 7:30 PM
Concerts on Canon - Susie Hansen Latin Band
Thu, 9 Jul @ 6:00 PM
DONALD VEGA TRIO
Fri, 10 Jul @ 8:30 PM
TÉKA - Brazilian Jazz New Bossa
Sat, 11 Jul @ 7:00 PM
DONALD VEGA TRIO
Sat, 11 Jul @ 8:30 PM
Jazz in the Park: Susie Hansen Latin Jazz Trio
Sun, 12 Jul @ 6:00 PM
ELLIOTT CAINE QUINTET
Wed, 15 Jul @ 8:30 PM
Sunset Series Santana Night
Thu, 16 Jul @ 5:00 PM
Omar Sosa Quarteto Americanos: "We Are Not The Headliner" CD Release Concert
Fri, 17 Jul @ 8:30 PM
Noche Ochentera: Fobia, Caifanes, Enanitos Verdes Tributos
Sat, 18 Jul @ 9:00 PM
Tito Puente Jr. w/ Maria Sanchez & The Midnight Groove
Sun, 19 Jul @ 8:00 PM
Jazz in the Park: Kira and the Major 3
Sun, 19 Jul @ 6:00 PM
Jazz in the Park Concert Series
Sun, 19 Jul @ 6:00 PM
Brent Fischer Orchestra
Tue, 21 Jul @ 7:30 PM
SKINDO
Tue, 21 Jul @ 8:30 PM
LORI BELL, RON SATTERFIELD, KEVIN VAN DEN ELZEN
Fri, 24 Jul @ 7:00 PM
A Celebration of Latin Music with Justo Almario & Jeremy Bosch
Sat, 25 Jul @ 6:00 PM
YUKO MABUCHI and TRIO with special guest MICHAEL PAULO
Thu, 30 Jul @ 8:30 PM
Tribute to Sergio Mendes / ONDA 7
Thu, 30 Jul @ 8:30 PMSound profile
A danceable, upbeat sound.
About Latin Jazz
Latin jazz is a sophisticated fusion genre that emerged in the 1940s, primarily in New York City, through the intersection of American jazz harmonies and complex Afro-Cuban or Caribbean rhythmic structures. The instrumentation typically bridges a standard jazz ensemble-featuring brass, woodwinds, and piano-with a specialized percussion section including congas, timbales, and bongos. Its rhythmic foundation is defined by the underlying clave pattern, supporting highly syncopated melodies and improvisational solos that maintain a vibrant, high-energy, and danceable uptempo mood. Historically linked to Bebop and Big Band traditions, the genre serves as a critical bridge between African-derived rhythmic traditions and Western harmonic complexity, fostering a culturally rich and technically demanding performance style.
Also known as: Jazz Latino
Latin Jazz events in Los Angeles - FAQ
- What is Latin Jazz music?
- Latin jazz is a sophisticated fusion genre that emerged in the 1940s, primarily in New York City, through the intersection of American jazz harmonies and complex Afro-Cuban or Caribbean rhythmic structures. The instrumentation typically bridges a standard jazz ensemble-featuring brass, woodwinds, and piano-with a specialized percussion section including congas, timbales, and bongos. Its rhythmic foundation is defined by the underlying clave pattern, supporting highly syncopated melodies and impr…
- What Latin Jazz events are in Los Angeles?
- Mood tracks all upcoming Latin Jazz events in Los Angeles - concerts, club nights, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily with new events across all major venues. Browse the listings above to find tonight's Latin Jazz events or upcoming shows this week.
- What are the characteristics of Latin Jazz music?
- Latin Jazz music scores high on organicness (90%), danceability (80%), valence (80%), and lower on grit (30%), vocality (20%). These qualities shape the typical Latin Jazz sound at live events and club nights.
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