Master Jazz guitarist, Jeorge Garcia, playing Friday March 30th with Nicky Orta on bass and Micah Thomas on drums.
Guitarist Jorge Garcia brings all the richness of Latin rhythms from his birthplace of Cuba into the folds of this ensemble. Garcia’s intense passion for his instrument is immediately visible and equally audible through his soulful original compositions. Impeccable, melodic solos and supportive, rhythmic guitar work are Garcia’s trademarks and are always a joy to experience.
Jorge Garcia has performed with great talent the likes of: Tony Bennett, Richie Cole, Patti Page, Andrea Bocelli, Bucky Pizzarelli, Ignacio Berroa, Cecile McLorin Salvant to name a few. Jorge has also performed with pop artists such as Enrique Iglesias, Trini Lopez, The Drifters, Bobby Riddell, Joel Grey and many more. Garcia has recorded with Athenas Jazz Art, Carlos Oliva, Pete Minger, Richie Cole; his 2005 release The Sound of Strings with Federico Britos “The Color of Notes” with Israel “Cachao” Lopez, actor Andy Garcia, and the great Vibraphonist Chuck Redd. The Hot Club Of The Americas with Gonzalo Rubalcaba and Cecile McLorin Salvant. Jorge is also in Federico Britos recording “Voyage” released in April 2010 featuring Eddie Gomez, Michel Camilo, Ignacio Berroa, Giovanni Hidalgo, Kenny Barron and many more.
At the moment he is arranging for two new recordings that will be released this year one with 7 Time Grammy Winner Federico Britos playing Boleros. The other under Jorge Garcia classic Rock Meets Jazz (Classic rock songs arranged in jazz style).