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MARIA PUGA LAREO FEAT BOB SHEPPARD QUARTET

  • BLUE GUITAR @ ARROYO SECO GOLF COURSE 1055 Lohman Ln South Pasadena, CA 91030 (map)

Celebrated Argentinian vocalist Maria Puga Lareo and consummate saxophone and woodwind player Bob Sheppard come together on stage to interpret the best of the American jazz songbook, Brazilian music, and Originals. Puga Lareo was born and raised in Buenos Aires, a city rich with culture and history, where she started her musical path singing in clubs and theaters and Jazz festivals. She released her first album Body and Soul in 2005 and began performing frequently in the New York City jazz scene, where she recorded with legendary Eddie Gomez. She performed a duet with noted pianist Bob Telson, “Show Me Your Face,” that featured trumpeter Wynton Marsalis. Her husband and collaborator Bob Sheppard has worked with a long list of legendary artists including Freddie Hubbard, Chick Corea, Steely Dan, Mike Stern, Randy Brecker, and Billy Childs. Maria and Bob will be joined by Bill Cunliffe on keyboards, Chris Colangelo on Bass, and Conor Malloy on Drums.

Adjacent to the Blue Guitar room is the Arroyo Seco Grill which has food, wine, and full bar. Or you can bring your own bottle for a $10 corkage fee. Showtime is 7:00pm, doors open 30 minutes prior.

Band Members:

Maria Puga Lareo – Vocals

Bob Sheppard – Saxophone, Flute

Bill Cunliffe – Keyboard

Chris Colangelo – Bass

Conor Malloy – Drums

TICKETS: $17 & $12

Later Event: February 6
Sheppard, Escreet, Ferber & Robaire+

BOB SHEPPARD ENDORSES D'ADDARIO REEDS


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