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Wendell Rivera

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Wendell Rivera performs "Mango Sabor"

Named one of New York’s finest instrumentalists by Latin Beat, renowned percussionist Wendell Rivera has made a name for himself over the last decade as one of the most talented and inspirational musicians in the area. Captivating audiences with an upbeat take on contemporary jazz music, Wendell Rivera’s Latin Jazz Ensemble has successfully drawn a wide variety of loyal fans, both locally and in the jazz community at large. Celebrating the release of his self-titled new CD, Wendell Rivera and the Ensemble bring their danceable groove to the Burchfield-Penney Art Center this Friday (July 28), 5:30pm, for a special happy hour performance. During the set they will also preview music from their upcoming project Que Viva La Raza, a tribute to Latin music icon Carlos Santana.