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11-11-97 CUBAN MUSICIANS TO PERFORM
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November 11, 1997 Release No. 853
Contact: Phyllis Graber Jensen
Phone: (207) 786-6330


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Cuban musicians to perform at Bates

LEWISTON, Maine -- In celebration of Latino Heritage Month, the Cuban roots fusion ensemble MEZCLA will perform at Bates College on Nov. 18 at 8 p.m. in the Clifton Daggett Gray Athletic Building. The public is invited to attend free of charge.

The Havana-based MEZCLA has played for audiences worldwide, fusing Cuba's diverse African, Spanish and Carribean origins. The ensemble's sound features a hybrid of Afro-Cuban rhythms mixed with jazz and reggae.

The performance is presented by Solidaridad Latina at Bates College.

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