Latin Fridays: Charlie Chavez y su Afrotruko

Love latin music? 🎶 Come join us for a free show (and don't forget your dancing shoes)!

Carlos “Charlie” Chávez is a virtuoso percussionist whose performances are a fusion of his exquisite talent, his passionate spirit, and his rigorous study of the history of Latin percussion. In addition to performing, Charlie is also a devoted bandleader and a dedicated educator.

Charlie was born in Juchitán, Oaxaca, and grew up in Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz. The city’s rich Cuban and Caribbean Rhythms had a profound influence on Charlie’s decision to pursue his formal education in music.

The Conservatory of Music at the University of Xalapa in Veracruz is where Charlie studied Trombone, Percussion and Piano from 1996-2001. In order to broaden his professional opportunities, Charlie moved to Tijuana in 2001. Since then, he has also performed extensively in Tijuana and in San Diego.

Because of his relentless drive and his love for Latin percussion, Charlie has become one of the most important percussionists in Southern California performing with Gilbert Castellanos Latin Jazz Ensemble, Dave Scott Jazz Trio, Orquesta Binacional de Mambo, B Side Players, Allan Phillips Project and Agua Dulce Band. He heads his own salsa group, Afrotruko, which has not only performed at major venues and festivals in Southern California, but has also opened for some of salsas biggest stars. In 2012, Charlie Chávez y Su Afrotruko Salsa Band was selected to open for Ruben Blades concert on the 30th Anniversary Celebration of Tijuana Cultural Center; Oscar de Leon a Puerto Rican band and Plena Libre, in San Diego.

Join us for Happy Hour from 5-7pm | Doors at 5pm | All Ages

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