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Alberta Street Pub – presents “La Colora” a new Salsa band with Portland’s cream of the crop Salsa musicians fronted by Julana Torres (La Colorá). La Colora is an explosion of classic Salsa, Latin Jazz, and Pop/Salsa fusion.The group features a fierce rhythm section that inspires audiences to get up and dance. 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.
Cinema 21 features the Portland premier of Learning to Live Together The Return of Mad Dogs and Englishmen. The film is an electrifying documentary and concert film spotlighting the reunion of the celebrated Mad Dogs & Englishmen, Joe Cocker’s short-lived tour featuring a mammoth thirty-six piece band – including Bobby Torres. Watch the official trailer for “Learning To Live Together: The Return of Mad Dogs & Englishmen”. Enjoy the film, learn some Rock’N-Roll history, be touched by the stories, sing and clap along to this concert film featuring old and new footage of concerts and interviews of band members. Live moderated Q&A with Director Jesse Lauter and Bobby Torres to follow the screening.
Film Background: After his explosive performance at Woodstock, Joe Cocker became an international superstar. For his 1970 US Tour, Joe enlisted Leon Russel to assemble a group of 36 musicians, that would forever be known as “Mad Dogs & Englishmen”. The Mad Dogs never performed again until the remaining members joined Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi on stage, before a crowd of 35,000 people, at the Lock-N Festival in Virginia in 2015 – some 45 years later. The original members (including the late Rock’n’Roll Hall of Famer Leon Russell) and the reunion organizers (Grammy Award-winning Tedeschi Trucks Band’s Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi) tell the story of the original Mad Dogs tour and the reunion, both are highlighted by inspired performances.
Bobby Torres Fans – This film includes footage of Bobby as an original member of the Mad Dogs and Englishmen band and footage of Bobby during the 2015 Mad Dogs reunion concert. In the following videos, you can see Bobby on the congas behind Susan Tedeschi with Chris Robinson singing “With a Little Help From My Friends” and “Space Captain” .
Official selection of the Woodstock Film Festival (2021) and the Raindance Film Festival (2021) Directed & Produced by Jesse Lauter Executive Producers: Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks, John Beug, Thomas Tull, Alba Ellis & Bert Ellis Producers: Wayne Forte & Blake Budney Edited by Drew DeNicola. Film length 111 min.
Some of the above text above are excerpts that appear in or below film trailer posted on You-tube. Thanks to the contributors!
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.
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).
2022 BIAMP PDX JAZZ FESTIVAL PRESENTS: JULANA TORRES’ LA COLORÁ feat. BOBBY TORRES – 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. She now brings her 10-piece band to the Jack London Revue for an explosion of classic Salsa, Latin Jazz, and Pop/Salsa fusion. 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 open at 7:00 pm – show starts at 8:00 pm. Tickets $30.00 ADVANCE GA / $35.00 DOS (21+).
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.
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.
Alberta Street Pub – presents La Colora fronted by Julana Torres (La Colorá) featuring Bobby Torres on congas. Music : 6:30 PM. “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.
Alberta Street Pub – presents La Colora fronted by Julana Torres (La Colorá) featuring Bobby Torres on congas. Music : 6:30 PM. “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.
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
Bobby Torres Ensemble
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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