Amazing & Blazing Wendell Rivera Latin Jazz Ensemble at The Caz

Name: Amazing & Blazing Wendell Rivera Latin Jazz Ensemble at The Caz
Start: 2025-02-20T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-02-20T22:30:00-05:00
Location: 2221 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY, United States, New York 14210

Schedule

Thu Feb 20 2025 at 06:00 pm to 10:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

2221 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY, United States, New York 14210 | Buffalo, NY

Doors 6:00pm | Show 7:30pm | 21+
Food Service from 6:00pm to 9:30pm
FAQs and more details at TheCazBuffalo.com
General Admission • Seating on the main floor is limited, but mezzanine upgrades are available for a more elevated experience. Enjoy selections from our à la carte menu, available for food service before or during the show. Tickets can be purchased online in advance or at the door on the day of the event, while supplies last.
*** Please note The Caz operates a CASHLESS venue ***
Wendell Rivera, an acclaimed Latin jazz percussionist and Buffalo Music Hall of Fame inductee (Class of 2000), has been a cornerstone of the Western New York music scene for over 20 years. Born and raised in Ponce, Puerto Rico, Rivera’s vibrant style blends Afro-Caribbean rhythms with the melodic and harmonic freedom of jazz. His career spans performances with iconic artists such as Aretha Franklin, Arturo Sandoval, Dave Valentin, and Bob Mintzer, to name a few.
A celebrated bandleader, composer, and educator, Rivera’s Latin Jazz Ensemble is known for its exhilarating live shows, drawing inspiration from legends like Mongo Santamaria and Tito Puente. Rivera’s discography includes the critically acclaimed albums No Boundaries and Portfolio, which showcase his mastery of Latin jazz. With fiery grooves, rich melodies, and an infectious energy, Rivera’s music invites audiences to dance, feel, and celebrate.