La Noche Cubana

La Noche Cubana
Saturday, August 24
Doors: 8 PM | Show: 8:30 PM
Tier 1: $35 | Tier 2: $40 | Door: $45
19+ | ID Required

Julio Avila Cuban Band is a dynamic addition to the Vancouver’s music and dance scene, led by Julio Avila, a talented bass player from Guantanamo, Cuba. The band delivers passionate performances of salsa, cumbia, bachata and more. The band’s intention is to share their Cuban Music and dance culture. Come to enjoy an unforgettable night of authentic Cuban music and dancing at the Victoria Event Centre.

JULIO AVILA
Born and raised in Guantanamo, Cuba, in a family of established musicians, Julio Avila's musical journey dates back to when he was 7 years old.

Listening to his parents and older siblings perform, Julio first developed a strong bond with the traditional tune, changüí, which has roots in his native Guantanamo.

Surrounded by this vibrant and rich musical heritage, Julio perfected playing his principal instrument, the bass, while taking on the lead singer, arranger and composer roles as well.

As a member of the internationally renowned group La Sonora Universal, Julio performed throughout Europe and with El Grupo Cubano Brisas Del Palmar he has toured Western Canada since 2005.

A resident of Vancouver since 2015, Julio continues to captivate the audiences with his powerful and warm voice. He is the founder and music director of the Julio Avila Cuban Band, which delivers passionate performances of salsa, son, bachata, boleros and cumbias.

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This event is taking place on the traditional, stolen, unceded land of the Lekwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. We acknowledge the rich cultural history of the many peoples and rituals that have been affected by the ongoing process of dispossession and colonialism. We hold this understanding in our interactions and engagements with this land and its people.