$25 admission / 10pm doors / 10:15 music / all ages
The New Earth Band is a new project lead by Peruvian drummer, Jorge Perez-Albela with brand new songs that reflect a unique blend of Afro-Peruvian, soul, jazz and world music. These are songs of peace, resilience, empowerment and encouragement that are part of Jorge’s upcoming second album recently recorded in NYC.
The New Earth Band is:
Temidayo Balogun: saxophones
Brian Friedland: piano
Jesse Williams: bass
Jorge Perez-Albela: drums and compositions
Jorge Perez-Albela
Jorge Pérez-Albela is an internationally active drumset player, percussionist, educator, and composer rooted in jazz and global rhythmic traditions. Born in Lima, Peru, he is based between Catania, Sicily; Boston, USA; and Lima, and travels widely for performances, tours, and educational clinics. His musical approach is defined by feel, sound, and a deep respect for cultural tradition, expressed through both drumset and Peruvian cajón.
Jorge has collaborated with a wide range of renowned artists including Maria Schneider, Rubén Blades, George Garzone, Avishai Cohen, Danilo Perez, Eva Ayllón, Alon Farber’s Hagiga Quartet, Tim Ray, Sofia Reí and Daniel Blake, among others. His versatility and musical sensitivity make him a sought-after performer for both large ensembles and intimate projects.
A dedicated educator, coach, and mentor, Jorge has taught at Berklee College of Music, New England Conservatory, international jazz festivals, and conservatories in Peru, Israel, and the Dominican Republic. He is a Bosphorus Cymbals Artist endorser, known for his expertise in sound, tuning, and helping musicians discover their own artistic voice through rhythm, tradition, and expression.
@jorgeperezalbela on instagram
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