Cultural Potpourri at the Renaissance Ballroom
Saturday, 09/08/2018 – 10:00 pm – 12:00 am
Renaissance Ballroom
5601 SW 8th St,
Miami, Florida 33141
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Cost: 40 (50 at the door)

On Saturday September 8th at 10 PM Haitian Jazz on Broadway (HJOB), an organization created by Jean Chardavoine to promote Haitian culture, presents
Cultural Potpourri, a night of great music with an array of sought-after artists. It’s an event that will embody different facets of music that have influenced Haitian culture.

Chardavoine: internationally-known jazz artist
Tito Puente jr.: the Mambo King
Eddy François: the hit maker in Haitian roots music
Etcetera: a konpa band from new York on their first trip to Miami

At the Renaissance Ballroom, 5910 SW 8th Street, Miami. $40 in advance, $50 at the door. Call (305) 261-2001 for reservations and details.
Tickets at http://myemail.constantcontact.com/CULTURAL-POTPOURRI—Chardavoine-Tito-Puente-jr–Eddy-Francois-Etcetera-Band.html?soid=1102168742574&aid=vU4-n5qbKN4

Ball and CHain Presents La Pachanga Featuring Tito Puente Jr.
Saturday, 07/21/2018 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain is thrilled to present La Pachanga Saturday, sure to be the hottest dance spot in Miami. This week we have a live performance on the Pineapple Stage by Tito Puente Jr. followed by a DJ set by Danid LaClave. This event is free and open to the public however, guests must be 21 and over to attend.

American Idol Finalist Michelle Sussett Performing at Ball & Chain
Saturday, 07/21/2018 – 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: Free

American Idol finalist and Miami local Michelle Sussett will take the stage at Ball & Chain ( 1513 SW 8th Street ), this Saturday July 21, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. The 22-year-old singer, who emigrated to Miami from Venezuela four years ago, made a lasting impression onAmerican Idol judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie, ending her run on the hit TV show as a Top 10 finalist. The July 21 performance will be the first public unveiling of the artist’s forthcoming work with her band “Higher Ground”. https://ballandchainmiami.com

Special Pineapple Sunday at Ball and Chain
Sunday, 07/08/2018 – 02:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain presents a special Pineapple Sunday with live music all day featuring The Sunghosts, The Goodnites, Lemon City Trio, Soul Pax, and Brother Dan.

Miami Music Project Summer Music Camp
Sunday, 06/11/2018 – 09:00 am – 01:00 pm
Citrus Grove Middle School
2153 NW 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33125
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Cost: $200 registration fee only for those without free or reduced lunch

Miami Music Project’s Summer Music Camp serves as a summer bridge to help ensure that orchestral students continue to grow in their performance abilities through the summer months, as well as provides a cross-community bridge connecting students from different communities to learn and make music in a fun, out-of-school environment.

Students participate in sectional and orchestra rehearsals, undergo daily repertoire analysis and participate in intensive social development activities. The focus of the Summer Music Camp is to provide comprehensive music education through orchestral participation from very early stages, group lessons, and peer teaching; installing a passion for classical music, teamwork, and a shared commitment to the joy of music making.

Miami Boheme Fridays at Ball and Chain with Sonlokos
Friday, 05/18/2018 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Kick off the weekend with Miami Boheme Fridays at Ball & Chain. Hosted by Joe Cardona, this week features a special performance on the Pineapple Stage by Sonlokos followed by a DJ set by Kenyi Succar. This event is free and open to the public however, guests must be 21 and over to attend. Two for one drinks at Happy Hour from 4pm to 7pm.

Ball and Chain Presents Lauren Henderson’s Official Miami Album Release Party
Thursday, 04/12/2018 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain is thrilled to host sultry jazz vocalist Lauren Henderson’s official Miami album release party.
This is the singer and composers third album titled Ármame, that delivers an eclectic set of jazz, Latin jazz inspired by her African American and Caribbean heritage. Guests can expect an exclusive and intimate live performance featuring three originals off her new album as well as newly recorded covers paying homage to Chaka Khan and Amy Winehouse. For more info please visit www.ballandchainmiami.com and www.laurenhendersonmusic.com.

La Pachanga this Saturday at Ball and Chain
Saturday, 03/24/2018 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Saturday nights are heating up in Little Havana with the Ball & Chain La Pachanga! party featuring live music on the Pineapple Stage by Pepe Montes and his Conjunto followed by a DJ set by Danis LaClave.
This event is free and open to the public however guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Salsero Sundays at Ball and Chain
Sunday, 02/04/2018 – 06:00 pm – 01:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
MIAMI, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Salsero Sundays featuring live music jazz starting at 6PM – 10PM by the Kemuel Roig Latin Quartet with a complimentary salsa class at 9PM followed by a DJ set by Jorge Charun until 1AM. This event is free and open to the public, however guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Kick off Ground Up Music Festival at Ball at Chain
Thursday, 02/08/2018 – 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Kick off Ground Up Music Festival at Ball & Chain on Thursday, February 8th with a special performance by the festival’s headliner Snarky Puppy’s lead guitarist, 3-time Grammy-winning Michael League. League will be performing live with the Ball & Chain Trio on the Pineapple Stage from 8pm to 10pm. This event is free and open to the public however guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Latin Grammy Nominee Sonlokos Live at Ball and Chain
Friday, 01/12/2018 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
MIAMI BEACH, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain presents Miami Boheme Friday’s hosted by Joe Cardona with a live music performance by Latin Grammy nominee SONLOKOS at 10pm followed by a DJ set by Kenyi Succar. This event is free and open to the public, however guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Miami High at 90
Saturday, 01/20/2018 – 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Miami Senior High School Auditorium
2450 SW 1 Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: Advance: $20-$50; At Door $25-$55; Seniors 20% discount on orchestra seats; $5 Students

Calling all Stingarees! Orchestra Miami celebrates the 90th anniversary of Miami Senior High School’s “new” building with a Gala Concert on Saturday, Jan. 20th, 8 PM in the beautiful Mediterranean-revival auditorium of Miami Senior High School,2450 SW 1 Street, Miami, 33135. The program features a performance of Gershwin’s “An American in Paris”, which premiered in 1928- the year that the new building was completed- along with the Overture to Strauss’ Die Fledermaus and Dvorak’s unforgettable Symphony N. 9 in E Minor (“New World” Symphony). Orchestra Miami’s Artistic Director Elaine Rinaldi conducts the 55 musicians of Orchestra Miami. Advance purchase tickets range from $20-$50 ($25-$55 at the door) with a 20% discount on orchestra seats for seniors and $5 tickets for students. A dessert reception follows the concert to raise funds for Miami Senior High and Orchestra Miami. Tickets for the reception are $50 and sold separately. Tickets and information can be found at https://www.orchestramiami.org/miami-high-at-90

4th Annual Festivus for the Rest of Us at Ball & Chain with Rum n Coffee Band
Saturday, 12/23/2017 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain presents their Fourth Annual Festivus for the Rest of Us celebration with live music featuring the Rum & Coffee Band followed by a DJ set Danis LaClave. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Ball and Chain Presents Zarabanda Live
Friday, 12/08/2017 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

This Friday at Ball & Chain, Miami Boheme hosted by Joe Cardona is thrilled to present Zarabanda live at 10PM followed by a DJ set by Kenyi Succar. This event is free and open to the public however guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Ball and Chain Presents Miami Boheme Featuring Lucy Grau
Friday, 11/03/2017 – 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain presents Miami Boheme Friday’s hosted by Joe Cardona. This week features a live performance by Lucy Grau followed by a DJ by Kenyi Succar. Happy hour is from 4pm to 7pm. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Ball and Chain Presents La Pachanga Featuring Pepe Montes
Saturday, 10/07/2017 – 08:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain presents La Pachanga featuring a live music performance by Pepe Montes & His Conjunto followed by a Dj set by Danis LaClave. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Ball and Chain Presents La Jungla
Friday, 09/29/2017 – 08:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

In honor of hispanic Heritage Month, Ball & Chain Productions has created an exclusive show called “La Jungla” featuring the Ball & Chain dancers. There will also be a live performance by PALO! on the Pineapple stage at 9PM followed by a DJ set with Kenyi Succar. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Salsero Sundays at Ball and Chain
Sunday, 09/24/2017 – 12:00 pm – 01:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Join us this Sunday for our all new Salsero Sundays at Ball & Chain. Starting at noon The Ball & Chain Trio followed by Live jazz music and a DJ set by Vlade Divak from 6pm to 1am. This event is free and open to the public however, guests must be 21 and over to attend.

For the First Time Juan Turros Quartet LIVE at Ball and Chain
Thursday, 08/24/2017 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain is thrilled and beyond excited to present JT4, The Juan Turros Quartet – live- for the first time ever from 6pm to 10pm.

Juan Turros is a founding member of Suenalo and has performed and toured with David Lee Roth and Maynard Ferguson. He is currently the band director at Miami Senior High, his alma mater. The JT4 has been playing funky instrumental originals that paint the Miami landscape for more than a decade.

This event is free and open to the public however guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Celebrate Electric Piquete’s 10th Anniversary at Ball and Chain
Friday, 08/11/2017 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Celebrate Electric Piquete’s 10th Anniversary as part of Miami Boheme Friday’s hosted by Joe Cardona.
The Latin funk fusion band will take the famous Pineapple stage at 10PM with a celebratory 10 year anniversary show followed by a DJ set by Kenyi Succar. This event is free and open to the public however guests must be 21 and over to attend.

La Pachanga Featuring Wendy Pederson and Tony Succar
Saturday, 08/05/2017 – 06:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Critically acclaimed jazz vocalist Wendy Pederson kicks off the Saturday Night La Pachanga Party at Ball & Chain. Wendy’s live indoor performance will start at 6pm ending at 10pm. Immediately following outside on the Pineapple Stage at 10pm will be Tony Succar featuring Mixtura as well as DJ set by Danis LaClave.

Afro Latin Soul Artist from CUBA
Saturday, 08/12/2017 – 09:00 pm – 01:00 am
Cuba Ocho Museum and Performing Arts Center
1465 SW 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: 10

Glenda del E is a multifaceted Afro Latin Soul artist from Cuba, who is passionate about being able to influence, inspire, motivate and collaborate the world with her music. Her latest studio album, “Q-ban Mixology,” and “Glenda del E LIVE IN MIAMI”, include original compositions and arrangements, along with del E’s trademark of positive and inspiring lyrics . Her music, a mix of pop-soul hooks and funk-jazz influenced-arrangements, defy generally held notions of what Cuban music is and defines her truly unique and genuine sound. Glenda is CULTURAL AMBASSADOR in promoting and supporting Transdiaspora Network Organization. For the past years, del E has been touring Internationally alongside Multi-Grammy winner ALEJANDRO SANZ and leading her Q-BAN MIXOLOGY.

Ball and Chain Productions Presents Dreaming of Havana
Friday, 07/28/2017 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain Productions is thrilled to present a special Latin dance show called Dreaming of Havana featuring the exclusive Ball & Chain dancers. The one-of-a-kind performance will begin at 8PM followed by an incredible live music set by PALO! at 10PM. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and overt to attend.

Zarabanda Live for the First Time at Ball and Chain
Friday, 07/21/2017 – 10:00 pm – 01:00 am
Ball
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Miami Boheme Friday’s hosted by Joe Cardona is thrilled to present the amazing salsa band, Zarabanda, who will make their debut live at Ball & Chain on the Pineapple Stage starting at 10PM. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Brian Murphy Jazz Live at the Ball and Chain
Thursday, 07/20/2017 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Thursday night Jazz Jamz at Ball & Chain featuring Brian Murphy live. Happy Hour two-for-one drinks start at 4PM to 7PM. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Ball and Chain Presents Lucy Grau Live
Friday, 07/14/2017 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Miami Boheme Friday’s hosted by Joe Cardona presents Lucy Grau live on the Pineapple Stage followed by exclusive DJ set by Kenyi Succar. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and over to attend. Happy Hour 4pm to 7pm

Latin Grammy Nominated Sonlokos Live at Ball and Chain
Friday, 07/07/2017 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Miami Boheme Friday’s hosted by Joe Cardona featuring Latin Grammy nominated Sonlokos live at Ball & Chain. The live performance begins on the Pineapple stage at 10PM followed by a DJ set by Danis Leclave. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Ball and Chain Introduces Latin Jazz Sunday’s
Sunday, 07/02/2017 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain is adding even more live music to their weekly programming and is proud to announce ALL NEW Latin Jazz Sundays. Starting on Sunday, July 2nd guests can enjoy three hours (7PM to 10PM) of sultry jazz presented by Kemuel Roig featuring the Ball & Chain Quartet. Kemuel Roig is a world touring pianist & composer who most recently toured with Arturo Sandoval.

Get Your Tropical Salsa On with Lucy Grau at Ball and Chain
Friday, 06/23/2017 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: FREE

Get your tropical salsa on with Lucy Grau at Ball & Chain this Friday. The Latin dance music powerhouse will be performing her latest hits on the Pineapple Stage beginning at 10PM. Get there early for Happy Hour for two for one drinks at 4PM – 7PM. This event is free and open to the public however guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Miami Boheme Fridays Present SPAM ALLSTARS Live at The Ball and Chain
Friday, 06/16/2017 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

This friday Ball & Chain presents Miami Boheme hosted by Joe Cardona featuring live music by The Spam Allstars followed by a DJ set by Kenyi Succar. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and over to attend. Happy Hour starts at 4PM to 7PM offering two-for-one drinks.

Miami Boheme Presents Soultry Jazz by Leslie Cartaya
Friday, 06/09/2017 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: FREE

Miami Boheme at Ball & Chain presents an evening of soultry jazz with a live performance by Leslie Cartaya hosted by Joe Cardona. After the show the evening will feature a DJ set by Kenyi Succar. Happy Hour is from 4pm to 7pm with two-for-one drinks so get there early!

Miami Boheme Presents Elastic Bond Live at Ball and Chain
Friday, 06/02/2017 – 10:00 pm – 01:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain is thrilled to present Miami Boheme Friday hosted by Joe Cardona with live music performance by Elastic Bond followed with a DJ set by Kenyi Succar. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Jesse Jones Quartet Featuring Brian Murphy at Ball and Chain
Thursday, 05/25/2017 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: Free

Ball & Chain is thrilled to present a fantastic evening of jazz with a live performance by the Jesse Jones Quartet featuring legendary jazz pianist Brian Murphy. The Jesse Jones quartet has been instrumental in keeping jazz alive in South Florida. This is event is free and open to the public. Must be 21 and over to attend.

Pineapple Sunday on the Ocho at Ball and Chain
Sunday, 05/21/2017 – 02:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Enjoy live music all day on the Pineapple Stage at Ball & Chain on Sunday. This Pineapple Sunday set features The Good Nites, Vlade Divak, Lemon City Trio, Electric Kif, Adam Scone and a DJ set by DJ LeSpam. Doors open at noon, music will start at 2PM. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Jazz Legend Kevin Mahogany Live at the Ball and Chain
Friday, 05/19/2017 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Critically acclaimed jazz vocalist Kevin Mahogany live at Ball & Chain. Happy Hour two-for-one drinks until 7PM. This show is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and over to attend.

Ball & Chain Presents Danny Burger Jazz
Thursday, 05/04/2017 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain is thrilled to present Danny Burger Jazz featuring Steel Pan Master, Othello Molineaux, Keyboard, Abel Paton, Nicky Orta on Bass and Danny Burger on Drums. This event is free and open to the public. Happy Hour from 4PM to 7PM featuring two for one drinks. 21 and over to attend.

Colombia’s “Herencia de Timbiqui” brings their Irresistable AfroColombian Rhythms
Saturday, 04/22/2017 – 08:00 pm –
Koubek Center
2705 SW 3 Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: $10 – $20

Miami Dade College’s (MDC) Koubek Center, su casa de cultura, hosts the Little Havana Social Club social dance series season finale with Herencia de Timbiqui – direct from Colombia, at 8 p.m., Saturday, April 22.

Hailed as “one of the most exciting tropical music acts out of Colombia in recent years” by World Music Central, and “Pound for pound, the best band of the Colombian Pacific” by Carlos Vives, Herencia de Timbiqui is an Afro-descendent group from the Pacific coast of Colombia, that combines ancestral and modern instruments for an irresistible sound that is folkloric and contemporary.

“Our musical richness is the fruit of many afternoons spent on the banks of the Timbiquí, River, in the middle of the Colombian Pacific jungle, when the marimba made from the chonta tree and traditional drums overtake the silence. That is our heritage”!

Timbiquí is a small town on the Colombian Pacific Ocean coast, surrounded by jungle and rivers. In the early aughts, composer Begner Vásquez and four other friends were forced to abandon their hometown due to the violence generated by illegal groups that controlled the area’s gold mines as well as the serious danger posed by paramilitary groups to Afro Colombian communities. They moved to Cali, the largest city on the Colombian Pacific coast, founded the band, and began to develop their unique take on their folkloric-rooted grooves, which are played with marimba made from the chonta tree, deer-hide drums called cununus and seed-filled percussion instruments called guasá–fused with contemporary instruments such as the electrical guitar, drums, trumpet and sax. An eleven member band, Herencia also added to the mix the salsa of Colombian dance halls as well as an exploration of funk, jazz and reggae. It is said that each concert is an explosion of energy, flavor and rhyhms that force audience members up from the seats.

Luckily, the Little Havana Social Club series–dedicated to celebrating Latin American heritage through music and dance–provides a dance floor for such an occasion. Intent on promoting community and engagement, the evening featuries a pre-concert dance lesson, DJ set, and local vendors selling specialty food and cocktails. Situated in the lush gardens of the historic Koubek Center mansion, the audience has plenty of opportunity to mix and mingle, learn and engage.

About Herencia de Timbiqui
The folkloric ensemble honors traditional regional music styles and maintain a strong commitment to social issues, offering workshops and outreach to benefit underserved populations in Colombia. Their compositions harken back to ancestral roots – instruments, vocals, call and response, and rhythm – all the while being completely contemporary.

In 2006, Herencia de Timbiquí won first place in the Free Form Category in the renowned “Petronio Álvarez Pacific Music Festival”, the largest gathering of the music of the Afro-Colombian Pacific Coast. In 2010, their first international performance brought them to the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland, and that same year, they were featured in the Colombia episode of PBS’s “Music Voyager”. In 2011, they performed two official showcases at SXSW to rave reviews. They’ve been awarded the ‘Gaviota de Plata’ award for Best Folkloric Song at the International Festival Viña del Mar in Chile, and the Colombian Shock Prize for Best Recording of the Year for their single “Amanece”. The band has performed in the closing ceremony of the World Games in Cali along with Colombian superstar Carlos Vives, and were selected to participate in the projects created by Vives as USAID’s first “Inclusion Ambassador.”

Their most recent album, “This is Gozar!”, bears the mark of renowned British producer William Holland (aka “Quantic”) and features two tunes deeply steeped in the band’s African roots: “Negrito”, which is a currulao (ancestral song and dance) and “A tu manera”, a fusion of reggae with aguabajo (traditional chants based on two vocalists). The album also features “Afrika”, a song composed during Herencia’s tour throughout Zambia y Zimbabwe, featuring Ghanaian guitarist, bandleader and living legend Ebo Taylor.

Herencia de Timbiquí has toured extensively thoughout Central and South America, Eurpoe, Africa and the US, and have also completed a series of 30 concerts in Dubai. This show marks their South Florida debut.

About The Koubek Center
The Koubek Center–su casa de cultura– is an intellectual, cultural, and community hub in the heart of Little Havana. A historic landmark in South Florida, the revitalized mansion remains true to its pioneering heritage–celebrating its multicultural community with workshops, art exhibitions, theater performances, literary readings, concerts and more. In addition to the mansion, the iconic space includes glorious gardens, the Koubek theater, the ArtSpace gallery, classrooms, and mini performance spaces.

The programs of Koubek Center are made possible with the generous support of: Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council; the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissionaires; the State of Florida, Department of State , Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture; Southern Exposure: Performing Arts of Latin America, a program of Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation made possible through the generous support of the National Endowment for the Arts; and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.

WHAT: Koubek Center Presents Little Havana Social Club: Herencia de Timbiqui

WHEN: Saturday, Apr. 22, at 8 p.m.
WHERE: Koubek Center
2705 SW Third St, Miami

Tickets are $15 in advance/ $20 Day-of/ $10 MDC Students with valid ID
For more information, visit koubekcenter.org

Critically Acclaimed Jazz Vocalist Kevin Mahogany Live at Ball and Chain
Friday, 03/24/2017 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

One-of-a-kind live jazz performance this FRIDAY, March 24, 2017 at Ball & Chain featuring critically acclaimed vocalist Kevin Mahogany from 6PM to 10PM.

For more information on Kevin Mahogany please visit: www.kevinmahogany.com

(21 and over to attend, this event is free and open to the public).

Alex Weitz Album Release Party at Ball & Chain
Thursday, 03/16/2017 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain presents award winning jazz saxophonist Alex Weitz album release party and live performance. This event is free and open to the public. Guests must be 21 and older to attend.

Concert: Plena Es, Puerto Rican Bomba y Plena!
Saturday, 03/25/2017 – 08:00 pm –
Koubek Center
2705 SW 3 St,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: $10 to $20

Founded by Pierre Ramos in 2004, Plena Es plays the high-energy Caribbean dance music that is a touchstone for Puerto Rican identity. Bomba is the music created by West African slaves on Puerto Rico’s sugar plantations, and Plena mixed bomba with indigenous Taíno music and jibaro music of the island’s mountain farmers. Plena focuses on the story sung by a lead singer and chorus, backed by the rhythm of hand drums. Plena Es offers up both styles with its own Miami twist.

About The Koubek Center
The Koubek Center–su casa de cultura– is an intellectual, cultural, and community hub in the heart of Little Havana. A historic landmark in South Florida, the revitalized mansion remains true to its pioneering heritage–celebrating its multicultural community with workshops, art exhibitions, theater performances, literary readings, concerts and more. In addition to the mansion, the iconic space includes glorious gardens, the Koubek theater, the ArtSpace gallery, classrooms, and mini performance spaces.

Pre-concert dance lessons, specialty food & cocktail vendors and more!

$15 advance/ $20 door
$10 MDC Students

Elastic Bond Live at Ball & Chain
Friday, 03/10/2017 – 10:00 pm – 12:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain is excited to present Miami Boheme Friday’s hosted by Joe Cardona featuring a live music performance by Elastic Bond. Event is free. 21 and over to attend.

Ball & Chain is Stepping Up Their Jazz Game!
Wednesday, 01/25/2017 – 06:00 pm – 08:30 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain is stepping up their jazz game by adding new times which means more New York style JAZZ!

New live performance times are Monday – Wednesday 6PM to 8:30PM and Thursday – Saturday 6pm to 10PM.

THE LINEUP

THIS WEEK on January 25 – 28th Asen Doykin http://www.doykinmusic.com/about.php
February 15 – 18th Clark Sommers http://clarksommers.com/about/
February 22 – 25th Edward Perez

On all other nights the Nick Tannura Trio!

Brendan O’Hara and The Rescue Live at the Ball and Chain This Friday
Friday, 01/06/2017 – 10:00 pm – 01:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

FRIDAY, January 6, 2017 at Ball & Chain featuring acclaimed vocalist and instrumentalist Brendan O’Hara & The Rescue from 10PM to 1AM on the pineapple stage.

Miami Debut of Cuban band “Septeto Santiaguero”
Saturday, 01/14/2017 – 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Koubek Center
2705 SW 3 St,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: $10 to $15

Little Havana Social Club Returns with Miami Debut of Septeto Santiaguero

Miami Dade College’s (MDC) Koubek Center, su casa de cultura, re-ignites it’s starlit social dance series, the Little Havana Social Club, with the Miami debut of Septeto Santiaguero–direct from Cuba–at 8 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 14.

“What better way to bring back the series than with this historic band, indulging us with their rich musical tradition that has influenced so many in this community,” says Jessica Gloria, Manager of the Koubek Center. “Our goal is to make this series at the Koubek Center into a place of gathering for Latin music and dance enthusiasts. There is already a tremendous buzz in the neighborhood.”

The Latin Grammy- and Cubadisco- winning group Septeto Santiaguero developed their signature sound at the famous Casa de la Trova nightclub in Santiago de Cuba–the cradle of son and bolero. Their balance of tradition with experimentation has sparked collaborations with salsa stars like José Alberto “El Canario” and Rubén Blades. This show marks their Miami debut and their premiere U.S. tour.

The Little Havana Social Club is a series dedicated to celebrating Latin American heritage through music and dance. The concerts and dance parties promote community and engagement–from the dance floor to the domino tables, each evening featuring vibrant live bands, pre-concert dance lessons, and community vendors. Situated in the lush gardens of the historic Koubek Center mansion, the performances are preceded by a complimentary dance lesson, and followed by an afterparty with a DJ. Specialty food and cocktails are available for purchase.

Coming events in the series include an Argentine Valentine’s Milonga with Argot Tango Quintet on February 18; Puerto Rican bomba and plena by Plena Es on March 25; and Afro-Colombian Rhythms from Herencia de Timbiqui on April 22.

About Septeto Santiaguero
Septeto Santiaguero was founded in 1995, as a number of young musicians from other septets, such as Sones de Oriente or Septeto Luz, joined the famous Melodías de Ayer and Fernando Dewar, a tres player, took over the leadership. Seeking to return to their roots, they decided to give up the mambos and stick to the discipline of the traditional septet – guitar, tres, bongo, clave, maracas, acoustic bass and trumpet–with the addition of the drum, which they retained in honor of Arsenio Rodríguez. In the Santiago de Cuba style, the two singers maintain the first and second harmony with equal emphasis.

Despite the fact that the group is eight in number, they retained the name Septeto Santiaguero because of the way they perform the son, the bolero, the guaracha, the guajira, and the guaguancó, which are completely rooted in the septeto sound. Together they have a created a group which preserves and pays homage to one of Cuba’s most important musical forms, with a vitality demonstrating that the septeto tradition is still fresh and alive in Santiago de Cuba today.

About The Koubek Center
The Koubek Center–su casa de cultura– is an intellectual, cultural, and community hub in the heart of Little Havana. A historic landmark in South Florida, the revitalized mansion remains true to its pioneering heritage–celebrating its multicultural community with workshops, art exhibitions, theater performances, literary readings, concerts and more. In addition to the mansion, the iconic space includes glorious gardens, the Koubek theater, the ArtSpace gallery, classrooms, and mini performance spaces.

The programs of Koubek Center are made possible with the generous support of: Miami Dade College; Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council; the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissionaires; the State of Florida, Department of State , Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture; Southern Exposure: Performing Arts of Latin America, a program of Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation made possible through the generous support of the National Endowment for the Arts; and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation..

WHAT: Koubek Center presents Little Havana Social Club: Septeto Santiaguero

WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 14, 8 p.m.
WHERE: Koubek Center
2705 SW Third St, Miami

For more information, visit koubekcenter.org

Thanksgiving Eve Special Performance by the Spam AllStars at Ball and Chain
Wednesday, 11/23/2016 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

THANKSGIVING EVE event in the heart of Little Havana, Wednesday, November 23rd, 2016 presented by Ball & Chain featuring a special performance by the Spam Allstars and a special dj set by DJ Danny Stern.

Pineapple Sunday at Ball and Chain
Sunday, 11/13/2016 – 02:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: FREE

Pineapple Sunday’s is an all-day event starting at 2PM that will feature live music on the pineapple stage with special performances by Electric Kif, Vlade Divak, The Goodnites, Lemon City Trio, TWYN, and a special set by DJ Le Spam.

Epic Jazz Featuring Danny Burger Thursday at Ball and Chain
Thursday, 11/10/2016 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain is excited to present a live performance by the standout jazz drummer Danny Burger from 6pm to 10pm. The band will feature:
Othello Molineaux -Steel Pan Master
Abel Pabon – Keyboard
Nicky Orta – Bass
Danny Burger – Drums

Kevin Mahogany Bring His Standout Jazz to Ball and Chain
Friday, 11/04/2016 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: free

Live music performance in the heart of the Little Havana FRIDAY, November 4th, 2016 at Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain is excited to present a legendary live performance by the standout jazz vocalist Kevin Mahogany. Mahogany is set to wow the crowd with his broad baritone range and sweet, sultry sounds from 6-10pm. Coming from the legendary jazz metropolis of Kansas City, Mahogany has been setting the bar high ever since he stepped on the scene. For over three decades, he has worked hard to become a leader, vocalist, businessman and educator in the jazz industry.

Ball & Chain Presents Viernes Culturales Halloween Edition “The Monster Ball”
Friday, 10/28/2016 – 08:00 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: FREE

Halloween edition of Viernes Culturales NEXT FRIDAY, October 28, 2016 at Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain is thrilled to present ‘The Monster Ball,’ an in-house production starring the Ball & Chain dancers lead by Rene Rodriguez which will bring to life classic Halloween characters kicking off on the main bar at 8pm, followed by a dance production on the pineapple stage at 9pm. Following this main event, guests can also enjoy a live performance by the Spam Allstars followed by a set with DJ Kenyi Succar.

Kevin Mahogany Set to Bring His Standout Jazz to the World Famous Ball & Chain
Friday, 10/21/2016 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 am
Publicist
1513 SW 8th St.,
MIami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Enjoy a live music performance in the heart of the Little Havana NEXT FRIDAY, October 21st, 2016 at Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain is excited to present a legendary live performance by the standout jazz vocalist Kevin Mahogany. Mahogany is set to wow the crowd with his broad baritone range and sweet, sultry sounds from 6-10pm. Happy hour is also available from 4-7pm. 
 
Coming from the legendary jazz metropolis of Kansas City, Mahogany has been setting the bar high ever since he stepped on the scene. For over three decades, he has worked hard to become a leader, vocalist, businessman and educator in the jazz industry. 
 
For more information on Kevin Mahogany please visit:
http://www.kevinmahogany.com/biography.html
 
(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover). 
 
Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
Additional information is available at:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Grammy Nominated Leslie Cartaya is Bringing Her Powerhouse Vocals to Ball & Chain
Sunday, 10/14/2016 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
MIami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Head to Little Havana for an unforgettable live performance THIS FRIDAY, October 14, 2016 at Ball & Chain as part of the Miami Boheme Fridays hosted by Joe Cardona. LESLIE CARTAYA will take the pineapple stage at 10pm followed by a set with DJ Kenyi Succar. Happy Hour is 4-7pm and live jazz set from 6-10pm.
 
Leslie Cartaya is a Cuban singer that is also the lead singer of the Afro-Latin Funk group PALO! She was nominated for a Latin Grammy in the ‘Best New Artist’ category for her album, “No Pares.”
 
For more information on Leslie Cartaya visit her Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/LeslieCartaya/

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover). 
 
Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
Additional information available at:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Grammy Nominated Leslie Cartaya is Bringing Her Powerhouse Vocals to Ball and Chain
Friday, 10/14/2016 – 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: free

Ball & Chain presents Miami Boheme Fridays hosted by Joe Cardona featuring a live performance by Grammy nominated. LESLIE CARTAYA will take the pineapple stage at 10pm followed by a set with DJ Kenyi Succar.
Leslie Cartaya is a Cuban singer that is also the lead singer of the Afro-Latin Funk group PALO! She was nominated for a Latin Grammy in the ‘Best New Artist’ category for her album, “No Pares.”

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Spend the Last Sunday of September at Ball & Chain for Pineapple Sunday’s
Sunday, 09/25/2016 – 02:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Publicist
1513 SW 8th St., http://www.ballandchainmiami.com,
MIami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Head to the heart of Little Havana this SUNDAY, August 21st, 2016 to enjoy live jazz at the world famous Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain is pleased to present its monthly presentation of Pineapple Sunday’s, a day dedicated to live jazz. Pineapple Sunday’s is an all-day event that will feature live music on the well-known pineapple stage with performances by Magic City Hippies, Vlade Divak, Bring that Booty, Alejandro Elizondo, Chantil Dukart, and a set by DJ Le Spam. Doors open at 2pm with happy hour from 4-7pm and live music starts at 4pm.
 
(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).
 
Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135.
Additional info attached and below.
www.ballandchainmiami.com

A Legendary Live Performance by the One & Only Kevin Mahogany at Ball & Chain
Friday, 09/16/2016 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
MIami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Come to Little Havana for a highly anticipated live music performance this FRIDAY, September 16th, 2016 at the iconic Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain is excited to present a live performance by the acclaimed jazz vocalist Kevin Mahogany. Mahogany is set to light up the stage with his broad baritone range from 6-10pm. Happy hour is available from 4-7pm.

Coming from the legendary jazz metropolis of Kansas City, Mahogany has been setting the bar high ever since he stepped on the scene. For over three decades, he has worked hard to become a leader, vocalist, businessman and educator in the jazz industry.

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
Additional information available at:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Jessi Campo Album Release Party
Friday, 09/09/2016 – 09:00 pm –
CubaOcho Art and Research Center
1475 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: $10

Recording artist Jessi Campo, fresh off a successful series of tour dates in New Orleans, will celebrate the release of her latest album La Pasión de la Lupe on Saturday, September 9, 2016, at the Cubaocho Museum and Performing Arts Center (1465 SW 8 Street, # 106, Miami, FL 33135), beginning at 9 p.m. All ages are welcome and admission is $10. A limited quantity of CDs will be available for purchase at the event.

Pineapple Sunday’s at Ball & Chain is Bringing Live Jazz to Calle Ocho All Day!
Sunday, 08/21/2016 – 02:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Head to Calle Ocho for THIS SUNDAY’S all day live jazz event in the heart of Little Havana, August 21st, 2016 at the world famous Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain is pleased to present its third monthly presentation of Pineapple Sunday’s, an all-day event that will feature live music on the iconic pineapple stage with performances by ArtOfficial, Adam Scone, Electric Kif, Aarron Lebos Reality, Lemon City Trio and Juke and a set by DJ Le Spam. Doors open at 2pm with happy hour from 4-7pm and live music starts at 4pm.

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135.
Additional information available at:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

SUENALO is Bringing Their Afro-Latin Funk to Ball & Chain
Friday, 08/12/2016 – 06:00 pm – 12:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Enjoy a great live music performance in Calle Ocho THIS FRIDAY, August 12th, 2016 at the world famous Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain is exited to present Suenalo at 9PM on the pineapple stage bringing their well known afro-latin funk! Guests can enjoy happy hour is from 4-7PM and live jazz that will be from 6-10PM.
For more information on Suenalo please visit: www.suenalomusic.com

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
Additional information available at:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Grammy Nominated PALO! Perform Live at Ball & Chain
Friday, 08/05/2016 – 06:00 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: Free – no cover

Come to Little Havana to watch a sensational live music performance THIS FRIDAY, August 5th, 2016 at Ball & Chain as part of the Miami Boheme Fridays hosted by Joe Cardona. The Miami based band PALO! will take the Pineapple Stage at 10PM followed with a set by DJ Kenyi Succar.

PALO! Is a Miami based band formed in 2003 by Steve Roitstein after he invited his fellow musicians to join him in an improvised musical experiement combining Cuban music with funk beats. The group has been nominated for a 2014 Latin Grammy Award for Best contemporary Tropical Album. The PBS documentary “Miami Boheme” featured the band and was nominated for a 2014 Suncoat Chapter Emmy Award for Cultural Documentary.

For additional information on PALO! check out their Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/gopalo/

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
Additional information visit:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Ball & Chain is Bringing Disco Fever to Julys Viernes Culturales
Friday, 07/29/2016 – 06:00 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Come to Calle Ocho for the special edition celebration of Viernes Culturales NEXT FRIDAY, July 29th, 2016 at the world famous Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain productions is excited to present ‘Disco Fever’ in Little Havana. The live show begins at 8pm on the pineapple stage. There will be happy hour available from 4-7pm with a live jazz set from 6-10pm.

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135.
Additional information available at:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Calle Ocho’s Favorite All-Day Event Pineapple Sunday’s is Back at Ball & Chai
Sunday, 07/24/2016 – 02:00 pm – 12:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

There is a special edition Sunday party in the heart of Little Havana THIS SUNDAY, July 24th, 2016 at the world famous Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain is thrilled to present its second monthly presentation of Pineapple Sunday’s, an all-day event that will feature live music on the legendary pineapple stage with performances by Headless Tomz, Magic City Hippies, Electric Kif, Lemon City Trio, Oigo, Vlade Divak and a set by DJ Le Spam. Doors open at 2pm with happy hour from 4-7pm with live music starting at 4pm.

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135.
Additional information is available at:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

The Second Annual Ball & Chain Music Festival Labor Day Weekend
Friday, 09/02/2016 – 09/04/2016 12:00 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St., http://www.ballandchainmiami.com,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

The second annual music festival is happening this Labor Day weekend FRIDAY September 2 – SUNDAY, September 4, 2016 at the world famous Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain is excited to celebrate 81 years with a three-day music festival. The live performances will begin on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 12PM and last until 3AM and will feature over 100 musicians and DJs.

The featured bands will include: PALO!, Spam Allstars, Magic City Hippies, Electric Piquete, Tiempo Libre, The Politix, Lemon City Trio, Vlade Divak, Leslie Cartaya, Barrio Activo, Calle Sol, Lanzallamas, Sonlokos, Pepe Montes & Conjunto, Elastic Band, Nick Tannura Quartet, Art Official, Tony Succar featuring Mixtura, Aaron Lebos, Gene Paul, and Lucy Grau. Special DJ sets include: DJ Le Spam, DJ Danny Stern, DJ Danis LaClave, and DJ Kenyi.

A special music festival craft cocktail menu will be available. All attending guests will be eligible for exclusive giveaways and raffles!

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th, Street, Miami, FL 33135.
Additional information is available at:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Critically Acclaimed Jazz Vocalist, Kevin Mahogany Live at the Ball and Chain
Friday, 07/15/2016 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

A one-of-a-kind live jazz performance this FRIDAY, July 15, 2016 at Ball & Chain featuring critically acclaimed vocalist Kevin Mahogany from 6PM to 10PM.

For more information on Kevin Mahogany please visit: www.kevinmahogany.com

(21 and over to attend, this event is free and open to the public).

Celebrate Independence Day With Pepe Montes & His Conjunto at Ball & Chain
Saturday, 07/02/2016 – 06:00 pm – 12:00 pm
Publicist
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Come to heart of Little Havana for a jazz filled Independence Day Celebration this SATURDAY, July 2, 2016 at the world famous Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain will feature a live music performance of Pepe Montes & His Conjunto at 9pm followed by a set with DJ Danis LaClave as part of La Pachanga!

Pepe is a pianist, singer/songwriter and producer that specializes in salsa, timba pop & tropical fusion with a romantic and energetic style. Known for mixing classic and modern sounds with a sophisticated warm vibe.

For more information on Pepe Montes & His Conjunto visit their Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/PepeMontesConjunto/

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
Additional information available at:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Instrumental Magic II Album Release Party at Ball & Chain
Monday, 06/27/2016 – 06:30 pm – 09:30 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: Free – no cover
21 and over to attend

Join us for this amazing album release party that is a fund raising event as well, taking place next Monday, June 27, 2016 at the world famous Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain is happy to present Miami’s Best New Instrumental Group of the Lemon City Rhythm Section, Instrumental Magic 2. This fund raising event benefitting the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind, will take place from 6:30-9:30PM.

Instrumental Magic II is a group made up of King David Hill on the drums, Shaka Pace on the bass, Jerald Dorsett on the piano, Aaron Fishbein on the guitar & Jeff Zavac on the saxophone.

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Latin Grammy Winner Dr. Ed Calle Live Music Broadcast at Ball & Chain
Thursday, 06/30/2016 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: Free – No Cover

The sixth installment of the live jazz music series with WDNA will take place next THURSDAY, June 30th, 2016 at the iconic Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain presents a live music broadcast on WDNA with Latin Grammy Award winner, Dr. Ed Calle. There will be a live WDNA broadcast from 7-8pm and live jazz until 10pm. Let me know if you can include on your event calendar. Thank you!

Dr. Ed Calle is known as a renowned musician, composer, orchestrator, scholar, professor, and leader. He won the 2015 Latin Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Album & he is a 5x Grammy nominee. Throughout his wide-spread career, Dr. Ed Calle has become a legendary saxophonists.

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
Additional information available at:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Danny Burger Jazz with Joe Donato and the Tuscany Reunion Band Live at Ball & Chain
Thursday, 06/23/2016 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: Free – no cover

Join us for a highly anticipated live music performance in the heart of Little Havana on THURSDAY, June 23, 2016 at the world famous Ball & Chain. Ball & Chain is pleased to present the beloved jazz drummer Danny Burger with Joe Donato and The Tuscany Reunion Band. This epic night of live jazz will be from 6-10pm.

The Tuscany Reunion Band includes Brian Murphy, Matt Bonelli, and Randall Dollahon. The band that made Tuscany Nights at the Grove famous will bring their sultry jazz sounds to the pineapple stage.

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
Additional information available at
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Lucy Grau’s First Ever Performance at Ball & Chain
Friday, 05/13/2016 – 08:00 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

This Friday May 13th, 2016 come to the heart of Little Havana for a spectacular night of live performances. Miami Boheme hosted by Joe Cardona presents the charismatic Lucy Grau to perform LIVE for the FIRST TIME under the pineapple stage at the world famous Ball & Chain, followed with a set by DJ Kenyi Succar. While the sultry, smoky sounds of Giacomo Gates will be inside, Lucy Grau will be lighting up the stage with her powerhouse vocals for the first time ever.

Lucy Grau is a latina diva from Miami who has delivered breathtaking and body chilling performances both domestically and internationally. She has even been baptized as Lucy La Voz (the voice) by the radio personality Sylvana Troccoli. A true favorite in Miami, Lucy La Voz is known as the singer’s singer who can easily hypnotize her audience with her contagious personality.

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Greater Miami Youth Symphony Spring Finale Concerts
Sunday, 05/01/2016 – 03:00 pm – 05:00 pm
Miami Senior High School
2450 SW 1st St,
Miami, Florida 33135
Eventbrite
Cost: $10-20

GMYS Celebrates Spring Finale Concerts at National Historic – Newly Restored Auditorium
On May 1st, 2016, Greater Miami Youth Symphony will host its Season Finale Gala Concert at one of South Florida’s most elegant and historically significant landmarks, Miami Senior High School. At 3pm, join GMYS’ Beach Mozarts, Young Sousas, Concert Band, Jazz Band ,and the Concert Orchestra with Concerto Competition Winner Ashley Gomez. During the 6pm concert, GMYS’ Young Mozarts, String Orchestra, and Symphony Orchestra with Concerto Competition winner, Patrick Barham will perform.

BarrioActivo LIVE at the Ball & Chain
Friday, 04/29/2016 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Enjoy a sensational live music performance in the heart of Little Havana next FRIDAY, April 29th, 2016 at the iconic Ball & Chain. Miami Boheme hosted by Joe Cardona presents BarrioActivo that will take the pineapple stage at 10pm followed with a set by DJ Kenyi Succar.

BarrioActivo is made up of five men that drive to keep the traditional rhytym of Cuban music alive, while fusing it with other genres to create something new and unheard of. The band is composed of Eugenio Rodrigues as the lead vocalist and on the rhythmic guitar, Guido Milian on the bass, Armando Acre on the drums, Carlos Huerta on the trumpet and Mario Vasquez on the lead guitar.

For additional information on BarrioActivo check out their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/barrioactivoband

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135

For upcoming performances please visit: www.ballandchainmiami.com

Live Music & Radio Broadcast Featuring New York Jazz Prodigy Kyle Poole at Ball & Chain
Thursday, 04/28/2016 – 07:00 pm – 12:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Join Ball & Chain for the fourth monthly installment of the “Jazz: Live at The Ball & Chain” in partnership with Miami’s most popular jazz station WNDA (88.9FM) who will feature alive radio broadcast on Thursday, April 28th, 2016.

This performance will feature the New York City jazz prodigy Kyle Poole on the drums along with Nick Tannura on guitar, Derek Fairholm on the piano and Eric England on bass. Live broadcasts will occur every last Thursday of the month and air on 88.9FM from 7PM to 8PM as well as live check-ins on air throughout the remainder of the performance ending at 10PM.

Kyle Poole was selected as a semi-finalist for the 2012 Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Competition and considered one of the top 12 young jazz drummers in the world.

All guests must be 21+ to attend the event.
For additional information regarding upcoming performances please visit www.ballandchainmiami.com

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135

Latin Grammy Nominated Band SONLOKOS Live at Ball & Chain
Friday, 04/08/2016 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Join Ball & Chain this FRIDAY for a spectacular live music event, April 8th, 2016 at Ball & Chain as part of the Miami Boheme Fridays hosted by Joe Cardona. Sonlokos will take the legendary Pineapple Stage at 10PM followed with a set by DJ Kenyi Succar.

SonLokos is a new Cuban dance band based in Miami that features renowned percussionists Raymer Olalde and Philbert Armenteros. The band was nominated for the 2015 Latin Grammy, Best Tropical Album.

For additional information on SonLokos check out their Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/Sonlokos/info/?tab=page_info

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Exclusive Live Jazz Set with Clark Sommers at Ball & Chain
Thursday, 03/31/2016 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Join Ball & Chain for the third monthly installment of the “Jazz: Live at The Ball & Chain” in partnership with Miami’s most popular jazz station WNDA (88.9FM) who will feature alive radio broadcast on Thursday, March 31st, 2016.

This performance will feature Grammy Award winning Kurt Elling’s bassist Clark Sommers and band: Highly noted Clark Sommers, bass; Jean Caze, trumpet; Mark Small, saxophone; Nick Tannura, guitar; and David Chiverton, drums. Live broadcasts will occur every last Thursday of the month and air on 88.9FM from 7PM to 8PM as well as live check-ins on air throughout the remainder of the performance ending at 10PM.

All guests must be 21+ to attend the event. For additional information regarding upcoming performances please visit www.ballandchainmiami.com

For additional information on Clark Sommers please visit www.clarksommers.com

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135

Cachao Tribute at Ball & Chain
Friday, 03/25/2016 – 08:00 pm – 02:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Join Ball & Chain for a special tribute THIS FRIDAY, March 25th, 2016 to kick off the new “Viernes Culturales” show, a Ball & Chain production that will take place on the last Friday of every month. This sensational music performance is dedicated to the famous Cuban double bassist and composer, Cachao. Starting at 8pm, the event will bring together all fans and followers for a performance underneath the signature pineapple stage.

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
Additional info available at:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

FemmeFest
Saturday, 03/19/2016 – 06:00 pm – 03:00 am
Churchill’s Pub
5501 NE 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33137
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Cost: 10.00

Femme Fest 2016. Music Art Empowerment at Churchill’s An Official Queen Of The Scene & DJ Oski Show.
Hosted by Cubita Da Poet
Booking now vendors, artists and arts and crafts at femmefestmiami@gmail.com
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The Femme Fest 2016 is Miami’s Premier Women’s Music Art Empowerment Festival featuring all of kinds of cool music and art from Rock, Pop, Acoustic, Dance, Metal, R&B, Hip-Hop and more. The only requirements are you must be a female or have a female member in your band/act or group. Solo Artists are also invited to participate in this very special empowering festival…
THE 2016 FEMME FEST ALL STARS
Black Cousins
Cubita Da Poet
“CUBITA DID IT” CD RELEASE SHOW
Dama Vicke
Day-Ja La Dama & Sa’Miya
OF TV SHOW “LOVE OF THE HUSTLE”
Dirty Thoughts
DJ Girl
Drawing Bored
DVD Valerie Anon & Elizabeth White
Fresh Air
Kahra
“WHISTELBLOWER” ALBUM RELEASE
Lady M
Mandy Moon
Melissa Sandoval
Mzs Stilleto, Kaaren Styles & Camille Kay
Murder Suicide
Optional
Paula Gavinio
Savage Bitches
Smash & The G Gang
Snow Moon

To be a vendor or sponsors please call 305.303.3976

Femme Fest 2016.
Music Art Empowerment at Churchill’s
An Official Queen Of The Scene & DJ Oski Show.
24 Hour Hotline: 305.303.3976

New York Times Critically Acclaimed Jazz Vocalist Giacomo Gates Live at Ball and Chain
Thursday, 03/10/2016 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: FREE

Thursday, March 10th at Ball & Chain- Starting at 6PM-New York Times critically acclaimed jazz vocalist Giacomo Gates will perform three live sets joined by Brian Murphy on Keys, Danny Burger on drums and Jamie Ousley on bass. Gates will bring his signature smoky and soulful sound for the first time ever at Ball & Chain-this is an epic event for true jazz fans.

MDC Live Arts Continues Little Havana Social Club series with Timbalive
Friday, 03/18/2016 – 08:00 pm –
Koubek Center
2705 SW 3 St,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: Tickets are $10. Children 12 & under free.

The High-Octane Salsa band to present songs from their new album “Gasolina de Avion”
Miami, Feb. 19, 2016 – Miami Dade College’s (MDC) MDC Live Arts present the widely popular Cuban timba band, Timbalive, at 8 p.m., on Friday, Mar. 18 at the Koubek Center, offering a souped-up form of salsa, full of infectious rhythms, playful hooks, and plenty of swagger. The show culminates MDC Live Arts’ new Little Havana Social Club dance party/concert series, featuring flavorful live bands, pre-concert dance lessons, specialty food, and cocktail vendors.

The high-octane, 10-member group Timbalive is based in Miami, but enjoys great success among the salsa circuit across Europe, South America, Cuba, and the U.S. The group just released a new album this month–their fourth– “Gasolina de Avion” (Jet Fuel), which features songs by Grammy-winning singer/composer Descemer Bueno, Maykel Fonts, and others. The title refers to the sheer power behind this production.

“We cannot wait to debut these songs for the community at this event in the heart of Little Havana,” said Musical Director Leo García.

The concert will be preceded by a salsa dance lesson, and followed by a DJ dance party on an outdoor dance floor, under the stars.

“We are so lucky to have extremely talented artists, like Timbalive, in our community and are thrilled to welcome them to the Little Havana Social Club stage!,” said MDC Live Arts Executive Director, Kathryn Garcia.

The Little Havana Social Club, in it’s very special home at the Koubek Center, is all about community and mingling–from the dance floor to the domino tables to the food trucks. Earlier this season, the series presented Peru’s own Cumbia All Stars as well as the “Duke of Bachata”, Joan Soriano, straight from the Dominican Republic.

ABOUT TIMBALIVE
Timbalive was created in 2008, founded by Musical Director and Timbales player, Leo García. Its members all come from the top music schools in Cuba, but are now all based in Miami. The group released their first album “De Miami a la Habana”, a collection of their own songs and covers of beloved composers, in 2009. They quickly gained international attention, appearing the Top 10 in more than 20 countries, and winning “Álbum Revelación del Año 2009” in France and Best Timba album in Peru. Two more albums followed: “La Timba Pa to El Mundo,” (2011), nominated for a Cubadicoso award in the popular music category, and Con la Música Cubana No” (2013), securing their position as one of the most popular timba groups in the Latin circuit. The group has toured extensively throughout Europe, Mexico, Canada, South America and the US. Timbalive credits its success to hard work, perseverance, and their signature sound– an inimitable mix of Caribbean rhythms and Cuban popular music, with the lyrics and arrangements designed with the dancer in mind. They have just released a new album, “Gasolina de Avion,” in January 2016.

ABOUT MDC LIVE ARTS
MDC Live Arts is Miami’s most eclectic performing arts series–celebrating 25 years this season! Created in 1990 as Cultura del Lobo, MDC Live Arts has an illustrious history of bringing extraordinary national and international performing artists to Miami. The annual series presents today’s most exciting artists and designs meaningful engagement between these artists, the students of MDC, and the greater community. MDC Live Arts seeks artists from across the globe who push boundaries and honor traditions relevant to Miami’s diverse community, and aims to offer audiences opportunities to discover new ideas, perspectives and forms of expression. For more information, please visit mdclivearts.org.

The Programs of MDC Live Arts are made possible with the generous support of: Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council; the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; the Miami-Dade County Tourism Development Council; the National Endowment for the Arts; the City of Miami Beach Department of Tourism and Cultural Development, Office of Cultural Affairs, the Miami Beach Mayor and City Commissioners; the Southern Exposure: Performing Arts of Latin America program, Citizens Interested in the Arts; Miami Dade County Cultural Passport in partnership with Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, Miami Dade County Public Schools, and the Foundation for New Education Initiative; the Miami Downtown Development Authority; and John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. MDC Live Arts is an NPN Partner of the National Performance Network (NPN). Major contributors include the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, Ford Foundation, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

ABOUT THE KOUBEK CENTER
The Koubek Center–su casa de cultura– is a cultural and historic landmark in the heart of Little Havana. True to its pioneering heritage and multicultural community, the revitalized mansion and gardens celebrates the diversity of South Florida, bringing the arts to life with workshops, art exhibitions, theater and music performances, literary readings, and more. In addition to the mansion and gardens, the iconic space includes the Koubek theater, the ArtSpace gallery, the BookCorner, the BlackBox, classrooms, and mini performance spaces.

To purchase tickets, and learn more about the MDC Live Arts Season, call 305-237-3010 or visit mdclivearts.org.

Grammy Winning Trumpeter Brian Lynch and Spheres of Influence Live at Ball & Chain
Thursday, 02/25/2016 – 06:00 pm – 12:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: FREE – no cover

Come and join Ball & Chain for the second monthly installment of “Jazz: Live at The Ball & Chain” in partnership with Miami’s most popular jazz station WNDA (88.9FM) who will feature alive radio broadcast on Thursday, February 25th.

This performance will feature Brian Lynch and Spheres Of Influence Miami Edition: Grammy Winner Brian Lynch, trumpet; Jonathan Gomez, tenor sax; Kemuel Roig, keyboard; Rodner Padilla, bass; Hilario Bell, drums; and Murphy Aucamp, percussion. The performance will begin at 6PM on the Pineapple Stage. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Live broadcasts will occur every last Thursday of the month and air on 88.9FM from 7PM to 8PM as well as live check-ins on air throughout the remainder of the performance ending at 10PM.

All guests must be 21+ to attend the event. For additional information regarding upcoming performances please visit www.ballandchainmiami.com

For additional information on Brian Lynch please visit www.brianlynchjazz.com

Grammy Winning Trumpeter Brian Lynch and Spheres of Influence Live at Ball & Chain
Thursday, 02/25/2016 – 06:00 pm –
Ball & Chain
1513 SW. 8th ST.,
Miami, Florida 33135
Website
Cost: FREE – no cover

Come and join Ball & Chain for the second monthly installment of “Jazz: Live at The Ball & Chain” in partnership with Miami’s most popular jazz station WNDA (88.9FM) who will feature alive radio broadcast on Thursday, February 25th.

This performance will feature Brian Lynch and Spheres Of Influence Miami Edition: Grammy Winner Brian Lynch, trumpet; Jonathan Gomez, tenor sax; Kemuel Roig, keyboard; Rodner Padilla, bass; Hilario Bell, drums; and Murphy Aucamp, percussion. The performance will begin at 6PM on the Pineapple Stage. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Live broadcasts will occur every last Thursday of the month and air on 88.9FM from 7PM to 8PM as well as live check-ins on air throughout the remainder of the performance ending at 10PM.

All guests must be 21+ to attend the event. For additional information regarding upcoming performances please visit www.ballandchainmiami.com

For additional information on Brian Lynch please visit www.brianlynchjazz.com

Grammy Nominated Band PALO! LIVE at Ball & Chain
Friday, 02/19/2016 – 10:00 pm – 01:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: FREE – no cover

Watch a sensational live music performance THIS FRIDAY, February 19th, 2016 at Ball & Chain as part of the Miami Boheme Fridays hosted by Joe Cardona. PALO! will take the Pineapple Stage at 10PM followed by a set by DJ Kenyi Succar.

PALO! Is a Miami based band formed in 2003 by Steve Roitstein after he invited his fellow musicians to join him in an improvised musical experiement combining Cuban music with funk beats. The group has been nominated for a 2014 Latin Grammy Award for Best contemporary Tropical Album. The PBS documentary “Miami Boheme” featured the band and was nominated for a 2014 Suncoat Chapter Emmy Award for Cultural Documentary.

For additional information on PALO! check out their Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/gopalo/

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
Additional information visit:
www.ballandchainmiami.com

Sinatra Valentine’s Day Tribute
Monday, 02/15/2016 – 07:30 pm – 01:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: FREE – no cover

Join us for a special Valentine’s Day Show on Monday, February 15th, 2016 at Ball & Chain for the Sinatra Tribute presented by Nat Koho & Jose Ivannes of Kohannes Music.

Bring your loved one and enjoy songs from Ol’ Blue Eyes, the beloved Frank Sinatra. Let’s fall in love!

(21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).

Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135

Ball and Chain Announces Live Radio Broadcast Jazz Music Series with WNDA
Thursday, 01/28/2016 – 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
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Cost: free

Ball & Chain, the historic and world famous live music bar located at 1513 Southwest 8th Street, Miami, FL 33135 is thrilled to announce the newest edition to their music program, “Jazz: Live at The Ball & Chain.” Ball & Chain has partnered with Miami’s most popular jazz station WNDA (88.9FM) who will feature a live radio broadcast for each of these special performances.

Renowned saxophonist, Mark Small will be kicking off the series on Thursday, January 28, 2016, accompanied by several of Miami’s finest jazz musicians including Nick Tannura, Cisco Dimas, Derek Fairholm, Eric England and Aaron Glueckauf who will take the stage from 6PM to 10PM. Live broadcasts will occur every last Thursday of the month and air on 88.9FM from 7PM to 8PM as well as live check-ins on air throughout the remainder of the performance. There is no cover charge, no minimum, just amazing jazz!

All guests must be 21+ to attend the event. For additional information regarding upcoming performances please visit www.ballandchainmiami.com