# Music Calendar

### Gonzalo Cordova

Thursdays are better with music!

Gonzalo Cordova is one of Chicago's best interpreters of the Latin American and Spanish songbooks: Trova, Nueva Cancion, Bolero, Baladas and Rumba Flamenca.

His background is steeped in traditional and popular Latin music ranging from Nuevo Flamenco to Mexican Folk. He is a member of the Grammy nominated Sones de Mexico Ensemble.

His unique fusions of these and other World genres, rhythms and styles make his performances as a solo artist a true adventure.

Gonzalo Cordova appears every Thursday at Sabor A Café Steakhouse.

Reservations recommended. Call 773-878-6327 or reserve online at http://saboracaferestaurant.com/Reservation.html

### Edward Carpio

From romantic boleros to uptempo salsa and Latin jazz, vocalist Edward Carpio is one of the most entertaining singers in the business. Sabor a Café is proud to present this great singer in an intimate quartet format.

No cover, but reservations are highly recommended. Call 773-878-6327 or reserve online at http://saboracaferestaurant.com/Reservation.html

### Edward Carpio y Anibal Bellido: Canción Criolla

Peruvian singer and percussionist Edward Carpio is joined by guitarist Anibal Bellido for an intimate evening of canción criolla, the folkloric music of Peru that derives from European, Andean and African roots.

No cover. Reservations are recommended. Call 773-878-6327 or reserve online at http://saboracaferestaurant.com/Reservation.html

### Golpe Tierra

The irresistible acoustic groove of Golpe Tierra bases its sound on the philosophy that, when we come together in music and dance to “beat the earth,” we are truly celebrating the act of community.

Nick Moran, Juan Tomas Martinez, Tony Barba, and Richard Hildner make up this guerrilla-style ensemble, employing the traditional Afro-Peruvian guitar-bass-cajón set-up. The group embarks on a musical journey throughout Latin America, flirting with blues, jazz, and shades of soul.

This uniquely presented original and traditional music is sure to get you out of your seat to dance!

There is a $10 cover charge for this special event. Pay at the door or call (847) 809-7080 to purchase tickets in advance.

Call 773-878-6327 or reserve online at http://saboracaferestaurant.com/Reservation.html

### Nathan Rodriguez Quartet

Born in Chicago, percussionist Nathan Rodriguez has been gigging professionally since the age of 16. Over his career he's performed with Grammy award-winning and Grammy nominated Latin artists. He currently leads Chicago's Celia Cruz Tribute Band with singer Claudia La Gitana and plays percussion while singing with his own band, Conjunto Borikén.

In addition, he performs with local bands including the Angel Melendez 911 Mambo band, Northwestern Illinois jazz ensemble, Rica Obsesion and more. Nathan continues to freelance as a seasoned Latin percussionist and bass player in salsa venues throughout the city of Chicago.

The Nathan Rodriguez Quartet is:

Nathan Rodriguez, congas

José Porcayo, bass

Kevin O'Connell, piano

Jerome Croswell, trumpet

Reservations are highly recommended. Call 773-878-6327 or reserve online at http://saboracaferestaurant.com/Reservation.html

### Neusa Sauer Trio

"...some of the best bossa nova you're likely to find this side of Rio. I've never heard a better female bossa nova singer than Neusa Sauer." - Chicago Tribune.

Neusa Sauer is a true legend of Brazilian music. She was born in the sun drenched southern shores of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Graced with an exquisite voice and a natural stage presence, she began singing at age 8 and at age 17 won a coveted prize at the Voz de Ouro.

Partnering with singing greats on the Bossa Nova scene, Neusa worked with Elis Regina and Breno Sauer, who later became her husband and together they toured extensively throughout Mexico, Japan and Canada.

Neusa released records with international acclaim such as Tudo Joia under the Pausa Record label.. Performing music by the likes of Tom Jobim, Baden Powell and Joao Bosco, her style is derived from Samba, Bossa, and Brazilian Jazz.

Neusa Sauer, vocals

Luciano Antonio, guitar

Geraldo de Oliveira, percussion

No cover, but reservations are highly recommended. Reservations at 773-878-6327 or reserve online at http://saboracaferestaurant.com/Reservation.html

### Peña Libre VI: Parranda Latina despedir el Año

Sabor a Café presents the sixth installment of our monthly Peña Libre series hosted by Proyecto Sur. This time around, we'll say goodbye to 2017 Latin American style!

As always, the second half of the show will be an open jam session. Musicians, bring your instruments!

Proyecto Sur is Nelson & Paola Sosa. Natives of Chile, Nelson and Paola have been singing and performing in United States since 1997 as a duo. Nelson is professional musician and composer and singer since 1964. They arrived in America in 1983. Nelson has worked extensively with Chicago's bilingual and Spanish speaking communities to provide music, writing children books and providing study aids. Nelson and Paola perform with vitality and understanding to preserve and communicate their native Spanish language and Latin American music in festivals, schools, libraries and restaurants.

No cover! Reservations at 773-878-6327 or reserve online at http://saboracaferestaurant.com/Reservation.html

### Damian Rivero / Guillermo Paolisso Duo

Buenos Aires born singer Damian Rivero is the grandson of the great tango singer Edmudo Rivero. Guitarist Guillermo Paolisso, also born in the Argentine city, is the fourth generation of a musical family and trained at a prestigious Italian jazz academy.

They'll meet in Chicago at Sabor a Café for an intimate duo concert that will range from Argentine folklore and tango to jazz and points in between.

No cover, but reservations are recommended. Call (773) 878-6327 or reserve online at http://saboracaferestaurant.com/Reservation.html

### Peña Libre IV: Frida Kahlo, Pasión y Vida

Join us for the fourth edition of out Peña Libre series when hosts Proyecto Sur (Nelson & Paola Sosa) welcome singer Luisa María and guitarist Guillermo Paolisso in a program inspired by the life of famed artist and Mexican icon Frida Kahlo.

As always, the second half of the show will be an open jam session. Musicians, bring your instruments!

Natives of Chile, Nelson and Paola Sosa, father and daughter, have been singing and performing in United States since 1997 as a duo. Nelson is professional musician and composer and singer since 1964. They arrived in America in 1983. Nelson has worked extensively with Chicago's bilingual and Spanish speaking communities to provide music, writing children books and providing study aids. Nelson and Paola perform with vitality and understanding to preserve and communicate their native Spanish language and Latin American music in festivals, schools, libraries and restaurants.

Call 773-878-6327 or reserve online at http://saboracaferestaurant.com/Reservation.html

### Patricia Nuñez "La Tiranta"

Singer Patricia Nuñez “La Tiranta” was born in Córdoba, Spain in 1987. Patricia inherited her passion for singing from her musical family background, particularly her mother. From an early age she started working with different musicians and artists from her city such as Angelin de Puente Genil, Rafael Trenas Jr., Álvaro Vizcaíno, Xavier de la Torre and others. Later on, she moved to Granada to study musical production and start her career in flamenco music.

La Tiranta has also taken part in the Ensemble Español tours in the Midwest and East coast of the U.S. In 2016, she opened the Chicago Flamenco Festival at the Instituto Cervantes singing for Raquel Heredia “La Repompilla”.

La Tiranta sings regularly at different venues throughout the Chicagoland area and Midwest. She is also part of the project, “Ruta De Los Bandoleros” in Alameda, Malaga. She has performed with Paco Fonta, Pol Vaquero, Carmela Greco ,Raquel Heredia, and family, among others.

Reservations are highly recommended. Reserve online at 773-878-6327 or reserve online at http://saboracaferestaurant.com/Reservation.html

### James Sanders & Conjunto

Founded in 2001, Conjunto is violinist James Sanders’ long running project to unite his classical training and Dominican heritage with the freedom of jazz improvisation, all grounded in Afro-Cuban rhythms: rumba, son, danzón and more.

In Conjunto, jazz freedom, intricate instrumental virtuosity and propulsive dance rhythms find equal footing in a cohesive whole, making music for mind, body, and soul. They have performed at the Chicago Jazz Festival, Andy’s Jazz Club, the Jazz Showcase, the Chicago Latin Jazz Festival, the Velvet Lounge, the Evanston Ethnic Arts Festival, Katerina’s, Chicago SummerDance and many more. In 2010, Conjunto headlined at Millennium Park’s Jay Pritzker Pavilion for the ‘Made in Chicago: World Class Jazz’ series before an audience of nearly 10,000 people.

No cover, but reservations highly recommended! Reserve online at 773-878-6327 or reserve online at http://saboracaferestaurant.com/Reservation.html

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