Sammy Deleon y su Orquesta

Join us for an extra special concert and dance the night away as legendary Cleveland percussionist Sammy Deleon brings his orchestra to BOP STOP for an explosive night of Latin jazz, salsa, merengue & more!

Tickets to this event are $25.

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Regarded as one of the most renowned leaders and percussionists of our time, Sammy Deleon has transcended genre, style and class into a 40+ year musical career which revels in rich influences from the 70s to the present. Deleon has fronted his own band for 27+ years becoming a staple of the Latin music scene gaining popularity for his irresistible, danceable groove-oriented music. Sammy is a recipient of the prestigious TRI-C Latin Jazz of the Year award -- joining the likes of Eddie Baccus, Greg Bandy, Kenny Davis, Bob McKee, Jackie Warren, Mark Mauldin, and Jamie Hadad. Deleon developed a long-standing friendship with the late Tito Puente Sr. -- inspiring him to explore Latin rhythms and Afro-Cuban music; and mentor aspiring percussionists in Latin rhythms.

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