
Pianist, composer, arranger Chucho Valdés belongs to that singular and often untouchable elite of Cuba’s prolific geniuses – all at once monstrously talented and endlessly creative, with a fondness for reinvention in each subsequent work. Over a career spanning more than 60 years as a musician and bandleader, Valdés has distilled elements of Afro-Cuban musical tradition, jazz, classical, and rock into a deeply personal style. Winner of seven Grammy® and six Latin Grammy® awards, Valdés is a giant among jazz giants. The elder statesman of jazz is joined by a fabulous band of musicians of equal measure (and tempo): José Armando Gola on bass; Horacio “El Negro” Hernández on drums and percussionist Roberto Jr. Vizcaíno.
Run time: Approx. 90 min. with no intermission.
ADULT, SENIOR 65+, CHILD/STUDENT prices are available for this event online.
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GROUPS 10+ are available via phone and in person.
Ticket prices include a per ticket service fee, varying from $2 – $15 depending on ticket price.
Ticket prices subject to change
Sunday, May 3, 2026 7PM
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$75 / $60 / $45 / $35
*before fees
merrill
auditorium
A beautifully restored 1,900-seat performance venue, this majestic hall is one of the gems of Portland’s downtown Arts District and close to plenty of restaurants to grab a bite before the show.
Merrill Auditorium is owned and operated by the City of Portland.
Merrill Auditorium
20 Myrtle Street
Portland, ME 04101

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