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Dec
20
Fri
Kells Brew Pub Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble and Margaret Linn @ Kells Brew Pub
Dec 20 @ 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm

Kells Brew Pub presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble 8:30-1:30 pm. Margaret Linn joins Bobby, Carmelo Torres, Dan Gaynor and Renato Carranto. The Brew Pub is located at 210 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209, USA

Dec
30
Mon
Teutonic Wine Presents Bobby Torres Tribute to Nina Simone @ Teutonic Wine Company
Dec 30 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Teutonic Wine Company  presents Bobby Torres “Tribute to Nina Simone” featuring Julana Torres – vocals, Dan Gaynor on piano and Bobby Torres on congas. Teutonic Wine offers a small plate dinner menu by Chef Alex Bourgidu (5 to 9 pm). The music starts at 7:30 pm, but we do recommend coming early as we fill up quickly. No cover. You must be at least 21 years old to attend.

Bobby Torres has been honing his unique Latin Jazz sound in Portland for the last 25 years. Before that, he was all over the world. Watch the Oregon Art Beat Video.

Dec
31
Tue
Jo Bar presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble New Year’s Eve @ Jo Bar & Rotisserie
Dec 31 @ 8:00 pm – 12:00 am

To celebrate New Year’s eve, Jo Bar & Rotisserie presents live Latin jazz featuring the Bobby Torres Ensemble Tuesday December 31, 2019. The time is subject to change and there are more details to follow, so please check back. View Bobby Torres Oregon Art Beat special. Jo Bar offers wood-oven-fired and spit-roasted seasonal fare, wine and distilled spirits.

Bobby Torres Ensemble

Jan
16
Thu
Bobby and Carmelo Torres Join Mel Browne Quartet @ Jack London Revue
Jan 16 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Bobby Torres and Carmelo Torres join Mel Brown on stage at the Jack London Revue. Music starts at 8:00pm. Mel and Bobby go way back – during their long careers touring on the road, finding themselves in the same town, and – at times – even in the same hotel, Bobby and Mel would hang out together telling jokes, sharing road stories and occasionally playing music together. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear these two musicians performing and having a good time together on stage at the Jack London Revue. The Mel Browne Quartet features Mel Browne on drums, Luis Payne on 3-B Organ, Dan Balmer on guitar and Renato Carranto on Saxophone.

Bobby Torres with Mel Brown at the Mel Brown Jazz Camp

Bobby Torres (L), Mel Brown (C), Renato Carranto (R) on stage at Jimmy Mak’s for Mel Brown’s Birthday

 

Carmelo Torres

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bobby Torres, Band Leader

About Bobby Torres: Bobby is a band leader, musician, record producer, songwriter, and session musician with a 40-year professional history that spans the globe and a lengthy discography. Originally from New York City, Bobby developed his reputation while performing with Joe Cocker at Woodstock, touring with Joe Cocker Mad Dogs & Englishmen, and performing and/or touring or recording with countless other music stars such as Al Jarreau, Jackson Browne, Beach Boys, the Captain & Tennille, and Etta James – to name a few. He has an extensive discography. He also performed and toured the globe for 10 years with Tom Jones. Bobby was nominated “Outstanding Percussionist” (a Muddy Waters Award), he was inducted into the Oregon Music Hall of Fame and he received The Jazz Hero Award from the Jazz Journalists Association. Bobby has been a respected advocate, speaker, instructor and keeper of Latin rhythms on the Portland music scene for many years. The Ensemble is his central focus.

 

Jan
18
Sat
Arrivederci’s Presents Margaret Linn @ Arrivederci Wine Bar
Jan 18 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Arrivederci's Presents Margaret Linn @ Arrivederci Wine Bar | Milwaukie | Oregon | United States

Arrivederci’s presents Margaret Linn with special guest Bobby Torres. Music from 8:00-11:00pm. Margaret has gathered a quartet of well known NW Artists featuring Bobby Torres on congas and percussion.  With any luck, Steve Hanneman will sneak in with his axe during the last set. And, with some encouragement, Steve will also break into song! Jazz lovers, the intimate seating, that closely surrounds the bandstand, gets booked out early so call for your reservation today (503) 659-1143.  This is a family friendly venue for the entire evening. Don’t miss this opportunity to chill-ax up close and personal with your family and friends with some of the best live music in Portland!

In addition to the live music, enjoy a selection from Kate and Steve’s menu and wine list. Margaret and Bobby recommend a glass of pinot noir with the Vegetarian Pizza (ask for it because it is not listed on the menu). Order it Bobby’s heart healthy way (extra veggie) on a fabulous gluten free crust and hold the cheese! For your starter, enjoy a small roasted beet and pear salad. Yum! Some vegetarian, GF, vegan options available upon request.

Call to reserve your table today: (503) 659-1143.

Jan
30
Thu
Bobby and Carmelo Torres Join Mel Browne Quartet @ Jack London Revue
Jan 30 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Bobby Torres and Carmelo Torres join Mel Brown on stage at the Jack London Revue. Music starts at 8:00pm. Mel and Bobby go way back – during their long careers touring on the road, finding themselves in the same town, and – at times – even in the same hotel, Bobby and Mel would hang out together telling jokes, sharing road stories and occasionally playing music together. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear these two musicians performing and having a good time together on stage at the Jack London Revue. The Mel Browne Quartet features Mel Browne on drums, Luis Payne on 3-B Organ, Dan Balmer on guitar and Renato Carranto on Saxophone.

Bobby Torres with Mel Brown at the Mel Brown Jazz Camp

Bobby Torres (L), Mel Brown (C), Renato Carranto (R) on stage at Jimmy Mak’s for Mel Brown’s Birthday

 

Carmelo Torres

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bobby Torres, Band Leader

About Bobby Torres: Bobby is a band leader, musician, record producer, songwriter, and session musician with a 40-year professional history that spans the globe and a lengthy discography. Originally from New York City, Bobby developed his reputation while performing with Joe Cocker at Woodstock, touring with Joe Cocker Mad Dogs & Englishmen, and performing and/or touring or recording with countless other music stars such as Al Jarreau, Jackson Browne, Beach Boys, the Captain & Tennille, and Etta James – to name a few. He has an extensive discography. He also performed and toured the globe for 10 years with Tom Jones. Bobby was nominated “Outstanding Percussionist” (a Muddy Waters Award), he was inducted into the Oregon Music Hall of Fame and he received The Jazz Hero Award from the Jazz Journalists Association. Bobby has been a respected advocate, speaker, instructor and keeper of Latin rhythms on the Portland music scene for many years. The Ensemble is his central focus.

 

Feb
14
Fri
Kells Brew Pub Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble and Margaret Linn @ Kells Brew Pub
Feb 14 @ 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm

Celebrate your special Valentine at Kells Brew Pub!
Kell’s Brew Pub presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble 8:30-1:30 pm. Margaret Linn joins Bobby’s trio. The Brew Pub is located at 210 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209, USA

Feb
20
Thu
Bobby and Carmelo Torres Join Mel Browne Quartet @ Jack London Revue
Feb 20 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Bobby Torres and Carmelo Torres join Mel Brown on stage at the Jack London Revue. Music starts at 8:00pm. Mel and Bobby go way back – during their long careers touring on the road, finding themselves in the same town, and – at times – even in the same hotel, Bobby and Mel would hang out together telling jokes, sharing road stories and occasionally playing music together. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear these two musicians performing and having a good time together on stage at the Jack London Revue. The Mel Browne Quartet features Mel Browne on drums, Luis Payne on 3-B Organ, Dan Balmer on guitar and Renato Carranto on Saxophone.

Bobby Torres with Mel Brown at the Mel Brown Jazz Camp

Bobby Torres (L), Mel Brown (C), Renato Carranto (R) on stage at Jimmy Mak’s for Mel Brown’s Birthday

 

Carmelo Torres

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bobby Torres, Band Leader

About Bobby Torres: Bobby is a band leader, musician, record producer, songwriter, and session musician with a 40-year professional history that spans the globe and a lengthy discography. Originally from New York City, Bobby developed his reputation while performing with Joe Cocker at Woodstock, touring with Joe Cocker Mad Dogs & Englishmen, and performing and/or touring or recording with countless other music stars such as Al Jarreau, Jackson Browne, Beach Boys, the Captain & Tennille, and Etta James – to name a few. He has an extensive discography. He also performed and toured the globe for 10 years with Tom Jones. Bobby was nominated “Outstanding Percussionist” (a Muddy Waters Award), he was inducted into the Oregon Music Hall of Fame and he received The Jazz Hero Award from the Jazz Journalists Association. Bobby has been a respected advocate, speaker, instructor and keeper of Latin rhythms on the Portland music scene for many years. The Ensemble is his central focus.

 

Feb
22
Sat
Kells Brew Pub Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble and Julana Torres @ Kells Brew Pub
Feb 22 @ 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm

Kells Brew Pub presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble 8:30-1:30 pm. Featuring Bobby’s Trio with Julana Torres. The Brew Pub is located at 210 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209, USA

Julana Torres Featured with the Bobby Torres Ensemble

Feb
26
Wed
Al’s Den Presents Bobby Torres Trio @ Al's Den (McMenamin's Annex)
Feb 26 @ 7:00 pm

Al’s Den features the Bobby Torres Ensemble Trio. Enjoy a fantastic late night bite, cocktails and live Latin jazz with Bobby Torres’ Trio!  Please note – Time listed is not confirmed.

Bobby Torres on Congas

Bobby Torres on Congas

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