Latin Jazz and Art Festival

Miami-based ensemble Cortadito will headline the City of Casselberry’s Latin Jazz and Art Festival on Saturday, September 20, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., in the city’s biggest concert of the year.

Since its origins 12 years ago, the evolution of Cortadito has led it to become one of the torchbearers of a pop culture phenomenon that is two centuries strong. A traditional folk and acoustic band that focuses on performing one of the earliest styles of Cuban country music, their sound can best be described as reminiscent of the famed Buena Vista Social Club. This dynamic group will be joined in Casselberry by Grammy and Latin Grammy award-winning singer Aymeé Nuviola. In May, the group released its first full-length feature album titled “The Guajiro Triangle”.

The nine original compositions celebrate the traditions of Cuban music in the modern world. The triangle represents the musical connection between Santiago de Cuba, Havana, and Miami, the group’s home and final destination of the journey that was established two centuries ago. Along with the music, there will major art displays in City Hall, Arts Center and Art House and there will be dance exhibitions in various spots.