Dance the night away as legendary Cleveland percussionist brings 7-piece band back to BLU for an explosive night of Latin jazz, salsa, merengue & more! Featuring Sammy DeLeon, Jackie Warren, Nelson Orta, Cheito Hernandez, Scott McKee, Tom First, Mark Mauldin.
Sammy DeLeon is a well-recognized fixture in the Ohio Latin jazz scene whom has gained popularity for his danceable groove-oriented music in the styles of Latin jazz, salsa, and merengue.
DeLeon's performance credits include performances with El Gran Combo, Tito Rojas, and Tony Vega. DeLeon has performed in New York, Chicago, Miami, and San Juan, Puerto Rico, as well as locally, and has opened for Tito Puente, whose praise he earned. He also fronts his own orchestra which features four vocalists, a trumpeter, saxophonist, pianist, bassist, and three percussion players.
The Sammy DeLeon Latin Jazz Septet features Sammy DeLeon (timbales & vocals), Jackie Warren (piano), Nelson Orta (percussion), Cheito Hernandez (bass), Scott McKee (trumpet), Tom First (saxophone), Mark Mauldin (trombone). Join us in their highly-anticipated return to BLU – get your tickets now!