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Join Bobby Torres and his trio Wednesday October 25, 2017 for live Latin Jazz at Jo Bar & Rotisserie. Bobby’s Trio features Clay Giberson on piano, Chris Woitach on guitar and, of course, Bobby Torres on congas. Music from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. View Bobby Torres Oregon Art Beat special. Jo Bar offers wood-oven-fired and spit-roasted seasonal fare, wine and distilled spirits.

Free Music and Family Friendly!

Friday October 27,  2017 – Owner Javiere Hurtado brings live jazz music to his St. John’s Cha!Cha!Cha! restaurant on North Lombard in Portland. Gather your family and friends to enjoy free live Latin Jazz music performed by the Bobby Torres Ensemble Trio – featuring Dan Gaynor on piano, Chris Woitach on guitar and, of course, Bobby Torres on congas. Music from 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm. Bobby’s Trio features musicians of the highest caliber in Portland. View Bobby Torres Oregon Art Beat special. Cha!Cha!Cha! Taqueria & Bar is a Family-owned Mexican restaurant chain featuring delicious food including vegan options using sustainable ingredients, plus margaritas, wine, beer, and a variety of non-alcoholic beverages. For this event, Javiere has asked his chef to create a very special dish. Some vegetarian, GF, vegan options. Check out the menu here!  Call for your reservation today!  (503) 802-2262. 

The Cha!Cha!Cha! Mission: Our mission is to be the most Sustainable and Authentic Mexican Taqueria in Portland. We serve only the freshest and healthiest ingredients from purveyors and farmers who share our commitment to environmentally and socially sustainable practices. Our menu strives to provide guests with an Authentic Mexican Taqueria experience that exempli es traditional Mexican food preparation and cooking methods done by hand. We use high quality ingredients such as antibiotic and hormone- free meats, MBA / MSC certified seafood, organic GMO-free corn, no additives, no food dyes or preservatives ever. We let the natural ingredients do the talking! We are committed to uncompromising values and integrity which guide our daily decisions and actions. Happy Cha Cha Cha staff = Happy Cha Cha Cha Guests.

Chris Woitach, Dan Gaynor, Bobby Torres

Live Latin Jazz at Bluehour featuring Bobby Torres on congas and Clay Giberson on piano. Music from 9:00pm-11:00pm. Call to reserve your table today: (503) 226-3394. View Menu Here. Bluehour is located in the Pearl District at 250 NW 13th Avenue, Portland, OR. View Bobby Torres on Oregon Art Beat Special.

Clay Giberson

Dreams Start Here – Proud Ground Annual Fundraiser featuring Margaret Linn, Clay Giberson and Bobby Torres. The event takes place at The Village Ballroom located at 704 NE Dekum Street in Portland. This is a cocktail styled event –  enjoy appetizers, drinks, live music, silent wine auction, live auction and paddle raise. This event is being sponsored by JP Morgan Chase.

Join Bobby Torres and his trio Wednesday October 25, 2017 for live Latin Jazz at Jo Bar & Rotisserie. Bobby’s Trio features Clay Giberson on piano, Chris Woitach on guitar and, of course, Bobby Torres on congas. Music from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. View Bobby Torres Oregon Art Beat special. Jo Bar offers wood-oven-fired and spit-roasted seasonal fare, wine and distilled spirits.

Live Latin Jazz featuring a trio version of the Bobby Torres Ensemble! Reflecting the family ambiance of this unique Italian venue, Bobby has gathered a trio of well known NW Artists including musical heavy weights: Dan Gaynor on piano, vocalist Julana Torres and of course 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 jazz in Portland!

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 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.

Private Party featuring the Bobby Torres Ensemble

Live Latin Jazz featuring a trio version of the Bobby Torres Ensemble! Reflecting the family ambiance of this unique Italian venue, Bobby has gathered a trio of well known NW Artists including musical heavy weights: Dan Gaynor on piano, vocalist Julana Torres and of course 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 jazz in Portland!

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 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.

Live Latin Jazz at Bluehour featuring Bobby Torres on congas and Clay Giberson on piano. Music from 9:00pm-11:00pm. Call to reserve your table today: (503) 226-3394. View Menu Here. Bluehour is located in the Pearl District at 250 NW 13th Avenue, Portland, OR. View Bobby Torres on Oregon Art Beat Special.

Clay Giberson

“The Night. The Stars. The River.”  Find inspiration this NYE at the River Space 2018 New Year’s Eve Party!
Tickets: $150.00-$125.00. Purchase tickets at tickettomato.com
Late Arrivals: Some standing room late night tickets are available. Visit tickettomato.com to learn more.
Extras: VIP party tickets and ultra lounge seating arrangements are available please call 971-570-9634.
Doors: 8:00pm. This event is for ages 21+
Location: River Space is located close to the River Place Hotel on the waterfront – at 1910 SW River Drive Portland OR 97201.
Event Details: The magic starts with spectacular waterfront views, continuous music all night long featuring a DJ and live music by the Bobby Torres Ensemble, food and beverage by Jake’s Catering. Revel in the fun with live music, entertainment, colorful party hats, noise makers, a champagne toast and confetti fun. Under the stars and the night sky, make a resolution, a wish and a promise on the private patio overlooking the river. Then, capture your first memories for 2018 at River Space. VIP party tickets and ultra lounge seating arrangements are available please call 971-570-9634. This event is for ages 21+.

Julana Torres

About the Music: The Bobby Torres Ensemble, featuring vocalist Julana Torres will entertain you for the evening and lead the NYE countdown celebration. Inspired by years of touring and engagements with such greats as Tom Jones, Joe Cocker, Jeff Porcaro (Toto), Etta James, Tim Wiesberg, The Captain & Tenille, and the Beach Boys (to name a few), Bobby Torres music is packed with driving rhythms, tasty piano licks, and an infectious bass. Special guest pianist George Mitchell, who is home for the holidays from regular tours with Dianna Ross, has played with Sonny Stitt, Philly Jo Jones, Richie Cole, and Eddie Harris to name a few. Julana Torres (Cuba Libre, 26 Miles, Water By the Spoonful) recently performed to a crowd of over 5,000 at the Water Front Blues Festival with special guests Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks who joined the Bobby Torres Ensemble on stage. The intense energy of Julana’s powerful rhythmic vocal styling will have you jumping to your feet. So, bring your loved ones and your dancing shoes! Make a plan now for a great start to 2018 – purchase your tickets for River Space NYE 2018 “The Night. The Stars. The River.” at tickettomato.com

About River Space: River Space is a polished special event venue conveniently located downtown in Portland’s hottest upscale urban neighborhood at the SW Waterfront River Place Promenade and Marina (Strand Condominium complex) at 1910 SW River Drive Portland OR 97201. It is an iconic free standing building – a sleek glass and steel structure that resembles the prow of a futuristic ship come to rest along the river bank. The aptly named River Space features unusually high ceilings embraced by floor to ceiling windows that offer breathtaking views of Portland’s waterfront and bridges. The serene interior is polished and elegant with chandeliers that swirl in circular patterns, cantilevered windows that open to wrap-around brick and glass-walled patios, and frosted glass bridges that straddle a rivulet that encircles the space. With the expansive view of the river, the reflective surfaces, the many distinctive elements and custom interior finishes, there is an exciting sensory discovery around every gorgeous curve and corner.  It’s a space to awaken the senses –  a positive start to the New Year!