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Apr
30
Sat
Ilani Resort – VIP Lounge Features the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Ilani Resort
Apr 30 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Ilani Resort & Casino, Ridgefield WA – 1 Cowlitz Way, Ridgefield, WA 98642
The VIP Lounge features a trio version of the Bobby Torres Ensemble from 5:00-9:00 PM featuring Randy Porter, keys and John Stowell, guitar. Enjoy the gaming at Ilani Resort & Casino, then stop by the VIP Lounge where you can catch Bobby’s quartet driving the Latin beat into the heart and soul of jazz.  Bobby has been honing his unique Latin Jazz sound in Portland for the last 25 years. Before that, he was all over the world. Watch Oregon Art Beat Special

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May
5
Thu
Ilani Resort – Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Ilani Resort
May 5 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Ilani Resort & Casino, Ridgefield WA – 1 Cowlitz Way, Ridgefield, WA 98642
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with Bobby at The Rose & Thorn!
The Rose & Thorn features a quartet version of the Bobby Torres Ensemble from 5:00-9:00 PM featuring vocalist Julana Torres, George Mitchell, keys and John Stowell, guitar. Enjoy the gaming at Ilani Resort & Casino, then dine at the Rose & Thorn where you can catch Bobby’s quartet driving the Latin beat into the heart and soul of jazz.  Bobby has been honing his unique Latin Jazz sound in Portland for the last 25 years. Before that, he was all over the world. Watch Oregon Art Beat Special

About Rose & Thorn:  Rose & Thorn offers modern interpretations of classic Mediterranean and Italian offerings in an elegant Atrium dining space.The restaurant features local and seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredients prepared with care, attention to detail, and craftsmanship that highlight the talents of the Rose & Thorn culinary team in their innovative kitchen. Rose & Thorn’s menu features creative appetizers, Neapolitan style pizzas, fresh pastas, Char-broiled steaks, and fresh, local seafood. Rose & Thorn’s cocktail bar boasts six wines on tap, 12 seasonally rotating draft beer taps, hand crafted cocktails, an extensive wine list, as well as robust and uniquely curated offering of spirits you may enjoy at the stylish booth or bar top seating (paragraph from restaurant from website).

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May
6
Fri
Jack London Features Julana Torres La Colora @ Jack London Revue
May 6 @ 9:30 pm – 11:00 pm

JACK LONDON PRESENTS: JULANA TORRES’ LA COLORÁ feat. BOBBY TORRES – fronted by Julana Torres (La Colorá) featuring Bobby Torres on congas.  “La Colora” is a new Salsa band attracting Portland’s cream of the crop Salsa musicians. Julana sold out her 2022 PDX Jazz Festival show bringing down the house with her sensational dance moves and the band’s fierce rhythm section. Together, they delivered an explosion of classic Salsa, Latin Jazz, and Pop/Salsa fusion inspiring the audience to dance and sing along. La Colorá specializes in Cuban and Puerto Rican styled Salsa music. They perform original songs as well as covers by artists such as Los Van Van, Bamboleo and Marc Anthony. Julana Torres, known as “La Colora” is a multifaceted artist gracing the stages of Portland for over 25 years. A classically trained dancer, singer and actor, Julana’s versatility as a performer combined with her Puerto Rican roots engages audiences in an unforgettable experience of rhythm and dance. Her new project “La Colora” includes original songs and highlights the legacy of her percussionist family as she is joined on stage by her father Bobby Torres. Doors: 8:00 pm. Music: 9:30 pm. Please check back for updates as the performance end time is only approximate at the time of this posting.

Bobby Torres

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.

May
19
Thu
Bobby Joins Mel Brown Quartet at the Jack London Revue @ Jack London Revue
May 19 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Bobby Torres joins Mel Brown on stage at the Jack London Revue. Doors: 7:00 PM. Music starts at 8:00 PM. 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 Brown Quartet features Mel Brown 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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.

 

Jun
4
Sat
Arrivederci’s Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Arrivederci Wine Bar
Jun 4 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Arrivederci's Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Arrivederci Wine Bar | Milwaukie | Oregon | United States

Arrivederci’s presents live Latin Jazz featuring the Bobby Torres Ensemble! Music from 7:00-10:00pm. Reflecting the family ambiance of this unique Italian venue, Bobby has gathered a cadre of well known NW Artists to perform for this special evening. Jazz lovers, the seating, that 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. New! Close circuit screens throughout the venue enable jazz fans to enjoy the company of family and friends while watching and listening to some of the best live jazz in Portland! Dining outdoors available.

In addition to the live music, enjoy a selection from Kate and Steve’s menu and wine list. Bobby recommends 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 home made 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.

Jun
16
Thu
Amalfi’s Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Amalfi's Restaurant
Jun 16 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Amalfi's Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Amalfi's Restaurant | Portland | Oregon | United States

Amalfi’s presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble featuring vocalist Julana Torres. Music starts at 5:00PM. Amalfi’s Restaurant is located at 4703 NE Fremont St in the Beaumont neighborhood in Portland (503) 284-6747. Established in 1959, Amalfi’s is a staple neighborhood gathering place that has something for everyone. In addition to great pizza, it’s a destination for classic Italian comfort-food, fresh hand-crafted cocktails, rotating brews and ample wine. Amalfi’s offers a quality dining experience in a casual unpretentious environment.

Jun
18
Sat
Sean Holmes Featuring Bobby Torres @ Restaurant (five-0-three)
Jun 18 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sean Holmes Featuring Bobby Torres @ Restaurant (five-0-three) | West Linn | Oregon | United States

Vocalist Sean Holmes features Bobby Torres at Restaurant (five-0-three). Restaurant (five-0-three) is located at 21900 Willamette Drive West Linn, OR 97068. “Restaurant (five-0-three) reflects the spirit of Oregon: The terrain, the farms, the local ranches, artisan cheesemakers, and wineries. Each step in the path from harvest through the kitchen, to the dining table, contributes to the integrity of our ingredients”. Excerpt from the website of Restaurant (five-0-three).

Jun
23
Thu
Alberta Street Pub Presents La Colora @ Alberta Street Pub
Jun 23 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Alberta Street Pub –  presents La Colora fronted by Julana Torres (La Colorá) featuring Bobby Torres on congas. Music : 7:00PM – 9:00PM.  “La Colora” is a new Salsa band attracting Portland’s cream of the crop Salsa musicians. Julana sold out her 2022 PDX Jazz Festival show bringing down the house with her sensational dance moves and the band’s fierce rhythm section. Together, they delivered an explosion of classic Salsa, Latin Jazz, and Pop/Salsa fusion inspiring the audience to dance and sing along. La Colorá specializes in Cuban and Puerto Rican styled Salsa music. They perform original songs as well as covers by artists such as Los Van Van, Bamboleo and Marc Anthony.

About Julana Torres known as “La Colora” Julana is a multifaceted artist gracing the stages of Portland for over 25 years. A classically trained dancer, singer and actor, Julana’s versatility as a performer combined with her Puerto Rican roots engages audiences in an unforgettable experience of rhythm and dance. Her latest project “La Colora  highlights the legacy of her percussionist family as she is joined on stage by her father Bobby Torres and her two brothers Carmelo Torres and Reinhardt Melz.

Bobby Torres

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.

 

Jun
25
Sat
Amalfi’s Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Amalfi's Restaurant
Jun 25 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Amalfi's Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Amalfi's Restaurant | Portland | Oregon | United States

Amalfi’s presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble featuring vocalist Julana Torres. Music starts at 6:00PM. Amalfi’s Restaurant is located at 4703 NE Fremont St in the Beaumont neighborhood in Portland (503) 284-6747. Established in 1959, Amalfi’s is a staple neighborhood gathering place that has something for everyone. In addition to great pizza, it’s a destination for classic Italian comfort-food, fresh hand-crafted cocktails, rotating brews and ample wine. Amalfi’s offers a quality dining experience in a casual unpretentious environment.

Jul
1
Fri
River Bend Live Presents The Bobby Torres Ensemble
Jul 1 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

River Bend Live! presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble. For this special event, Bobby revisits the days when he played the Blues with Joe Cocker and Mad Dogs & Englishmen with Claudia Lennear and Leon Russel. The ensemble features vocalists Julana Torres (La Colora) and Claudia Lennear (of Tina Turner and Joe Cocker) and Blues Man Lloyd Jones (Lloyd Jones Struggle). Also featuring Reinhardt Melz (of Pink Martini) on drums, Dan Gaynor on piano, Tom Kay on bass, and the ensemble horns with Lars Campbell, Renato Caranto and Noah Simpson. This River Bend Live! event is the perfect opportunity to sit back, relax and enjoy music by some of the finest musicians that the Northwest has to offer. Bring your family, a picnic basket and a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy a beautiful summer evening listening to live music. View the OPB special.

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.

 

 

Former Ikette Claudia Lennear


About Claudia Lennear: 
Claudia was a musical pioneer who sang background vocals across the genres on stage and on recordings with Ike and Tina Turner, Allen Toussaint, the Rolling Stones, Joe Cocker, Leon Russell, George Harrison, Elton John, Steven Stills, Taj Mahal, and many others. Claudia worked professionally with many of the producers and sidemen musicians who developed the foundation of the late 60s and 70s pop music scene both in the United States and England. Journalists have documented that Lennear was the muse for songs written by Mick Jagger, David Bowie, and Leon Russell. Lennear affirms Brown Sugar, Lady Grinning Soul, A Song for You, Masquerade, and She Smiles Like a River. Claudia has been inducted into the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame (2019) and the Claremont Treasury of Music (2020).

 

 

 

Lloyd Jones


About Lloyd Jones: 
Lloyd is a consummate blues man, band leader, musician, and songwriter. Lloyd has recorded six critically acclaimed albums, toured internationally, and racked up dozens of major awards and accolades. He’s a relentless road dog, hitting festival stages, Delbert’s annual Sandy Beaches Cruises (he’s been a regular on six winter cruises), and clubs all across the land to enthusiastic crowds who can’t get enough of his swampy blues, his backporch picking, his serious-as-anthrax funk, soul, roadhouse two-beats, and old-school rhythm and blues (back before the R&B tag was somehow appropriated for other musical purposes, apparently when we weren’t looking). Yet he may be the most invisible, best-kept roots/blues/Americana secret on the contemporary scene. Lloyd received the 2020-2021 CBA Muddy National Live Music Award for “Tennessee Run” and The Lloyd Jones Struggle (band) received the 2020-2021 CBA Live Performance of the Year Award for their performance at the Cathedral Park Jazz Festival Blues Night.

 

 

 


Vocalist Julana Torres

 

About Julana Torres: Julana Torres, also known as “La Colora” is a multifaceted artist gracing the stages of Portland for over 25 years. A classically trained dancer, singer and actor, Julana’s versatility as a performer combined with her Puerto Rican roots engages audiences in an unforgettable experience of rhythm and dance. Working with her father’s ensemble, Julana has been joined on stage by heavy weight musicians and singers such as the Tedeschi Trucks Band, Susan Tedeschi, Shoshanna Bean, Tahira Memory, Karla Harris, Nancy King, Carlotta Beierbach, Luis Conte, Alex Acuna to name just a few. She was nominated for a Drammy, she has done work on the Netflix Series “Trinkets”, she performed in Cuba Libre and she performed a one woman show.

 

 

 

Pictured below, the Bobby Torres Ensemble at a summer music concert in Beaverton.

 

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Bobby Torres Ensemble
Arrivederci's Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Arrivederci Wine Bar | Milwaukie | Oregon | United States
Amalfi's Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Amalfi's Restaurant | Portland | Oregon | United States
Sean Holmes Featuring Bobby Torres @ Restaurant (five-0-three) | West Linn | Oregon | United States
Amalfi's Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Amalfi's Restaurant | Portland | Oregon | United States
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