Latin Dance Party w/ Jstop Latin Soul & BLLU
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS for this Latin Dance Party with Jstop Latin Soul & Big Lick Latin Underground on Friday, October 9th at 8pm - midnight!
Ticket Presale begins Tue, July 14, 10AM
Tickets on Sale starting Tue, July 28, 10AM
Jstop Latin Soul is a Roanoke, Virginia-based Afro-Cuban jazz ensemble formed in 2018. Led by trombonist Joel Stopka and bassist/guitarist Brian Mesko, the group delivers a fiery, authentic blend of Afro-Cuban jazz, rumba, salsa, and cha-cha rooted in both technical mastery and genuine passion for Latin musical traditions.
The ensemble's rich sound is anchored by Latin percussionists Vladimir Espinosa and David Sandoval, drummer DeWayne Peters, and pianist "Montuno Tom" Floyd. Recording artist Bobby Read contributes vibrant tenor and soprano saxophone, Jamiel Allen brings sultry synth and organ textures, and Willis Greenstreet rounds out the group with inventive guitar work.
Big Lick Latin Underground (BLLU) is a Roanoke Valley organization committed to building a welcoming Latin dance community through events that emphasize safety, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together, these two groups have made the annual Latin Dance Party a beloved regional tradition.
General Admission $20
Dance lesson with Instructor Lisa at 8pm
Ticket Presale begins Tue, July 14, 10AM
Tickets on Sale starting Tue, July 28, 10AM
Because this is a dance party, seating will be limited for this event.
Ticket Presale begins Tue, July 14, 10AM
Tickets on Sale starting Tue, July 28, 10AM
Jstop Latin Soul is a Roanoke, Virginia-based Afro-Cuban jazz ensemble formed in 2018. Led by trombonist Joel Stopka and bassist/guitarist Brian Mesko, the group delivers a fiery, authentic blend of Afro-Cuban jazz, rumba, salsa, and cha-cha rooted in both technical mastery and genuine passion for Latin musical traditions.
The ensemble's rich sound is anchored by Latin percussionists Vladimir Espinosa and David Sandoval, drummer DeWayne Peters, and pianist "Montuno Tom" Floyd. Recording artist Bobby Read contributes vibrant tenor and soprano saxophone, Jamiel Allen brings sultry synth and organ textures, and Willis Greenstreet rounds out the group with inventive guitar work.
Big Lick Latin Underground (BLLU) is a Roanoke Valley organization committed to building a welcoming Latin dance community through events that emphasize safety, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together, these two groups have made the annual Latin Dance Party a beloved regional tradition.
General Admission $20
Dance lesson with Instructor Lisa at 8pm
Ticket Presale begins Tue, July 14, 10AM
Tickets on Sale starting Tue, July 28, 10AM
Because this is a dance party, seating will be limited for this event.
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Where is it happening?
Fitzpatrick Hall At Jefferson Center Foundation, 541 Luck Ave SW,Roanoke, Virginia, United States
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Host or PublisherBig Lick Latin Underground
