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Nov
3
Mon
Jo Bar presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Jo Bar & Rotisserie
Nov 3 @ 7:00 pm

Jo Bar & Rotisserie presents live Latin jazz featuring the Bobby Torres Ensemble. Bobby features musical talent of the highest caliber to explore the musical inflections of Latin jazz. 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
2
Fri
Arrivederci’s Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Arrivederci Wine Bar
Jan 2 @ 7:00 pm – 9:15 pm

Arrivederci’s presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble. Join Bobby & The Ensemble for a New Year After Party! Bobby will be gathering well known NW Artists to perform with the ensemble for this special evening. Featuring Bobby Torres, congas; Clay Giberson, piano; Renato Caranto, sax; Israel Annoh, drums. Arrivederci’s owner Steve Hanneman has a standing invitation to – set the dishes aside – and join in on the fun with his axe. Enjoy fantastic food and drink while listening to Bobby’s ensemble deliver generous helpings of live Latin jazz. If you can’t get a table reservation, join us at the open bar. There is always room for you! 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. Music from 7:00-9:15pm.

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.

Bobby Torres, Band Leader

About Bobby Torres: Bobby Torres on Oregon Art Beat Special.  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
26
Mon
Jo Bar presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Jo Bar & Rotisserie
Jan 26 @ 7:00 pm

Jo Bar & Rotisserie presents live Latin jazz featuring the Bobby Torres Ensemble. Bobby features musical talent of the highest caliber to explore the musical inflections of Latin jazz. 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

Feb
14
Sat
A Night With Sade Valentine Tribute Alberta Abbey @ Albert Abbey
Feb 14 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Bobby invites you to join him at the Valentine’s Day Tribute to Sade. Brian Foxworth and Soundstage Events teamed up to create a one of a kind memorable-musical experience for you and your loved one to enjoy. Known for her romantic poignant lyrics and pulsating, nearly-hypnotic, soul soothing music, Brian’s band deftly delivers this and more while capturing Sade’s emotional honesty and sophisticated moods. This spectacular evening of entertainment is presented by Elevate Unity and Alberta Abbey in celebration of Black History Month.

Promising an incredible night of music, Brian has hand picked some of Portland’s best rock & soul musicians for this project. You will recognize renowned bassist Ben Jones, Will Caynon on keys, veteran guitarist Ed West, legendary percussionist Bobby Torres, and Cascade Blues Hall of Fame drummer Brian Foxworth. Discover the vulnerability, melancholic beauty and soulful magic of Sade’s lyrics expressed by breakout vocalist Madison Rose.

This event is for the romantics and for the lovers of the fantastic live music scene we have here in Portland. Surprise your partner! Get your tickets early and celebrate love in a romantic atmosphere with food, cocktails, champagne, and more! Doors 7:00PM. Music 8:00PM.

Feb
27
Fri
Arrivederci’s Presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble @ Arrivederci Wine Bar
Feb 27 @ 7:00 pm – 9:15 pm

Arrivederci’s presents the Bobby Torres Ensemble. Bobby will be gathering well known NW Artists to perform with the ensemble for this special evening. Arrivederci’s owner Steve Hanneman has a standing invitation to – set the dishes aside – and join in on the fun with his axe. Enjoy fantastic food and drink while listening to Bobby’s ensemble deliver generous helpings of live Latin jazz. If you can’t get a table reservation, join us at the open bar. There is always room for you! 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. Music from 7:00-9:15pm.

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.

Bobby Torres, Band Leader

About Bobby Torres: Bobby Torres on Oregon Art Beat Special.  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
10
Wed
Bobby Torres Trio Lloyd Lunchbox Concert
Jun 10 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Bobby Torres Ensemble Trio performs as part of the Lloyd District Lunchbox Concert Series sponsored by American Assets Trust.  The event takes place at Hassalo Plaza located at 700 NE Multnomah. Musicians include: Nick Rolfe on piano, Cameron Morgan on guitar and of course, Bobby Torres on congas. All concerts are open to the public, free and family friendly.

Bobby Torres Ensemble

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