Topically Yours - Eddie Palmieri

Host Deardra Shuler invites salsa legend Eddie Palmieri to discuss his upcoming show at Lehman Center for the Performing Arts in the Bronx, Ny on Saturday, September 28, at 8pm, where he celebrates Sabiduria with his friends and with the Mambo Legends.            

Eddie Palmieri is best known for his charismatic power and innovative drive. His musical career spans over 50 years as a bandleader of Salsa and Latin Jazz orchestras. The NEA Jazz Master and honorary Doctor of Music from Berklee College of Music has been awarded 9 Grammy Awards. His recordings have become classics with such hits as"Azucar,” "Muneca,"and "Vamonos Pa'l Monte.” Born in Spanish Harlem in 1936, he spent a year with Tito Rodriguez before forming the legendary Conjunto La Perfecta. Palmieri’s band ranks with Machito, Tito Rodriguez and other leading orchestras of the day. 

For tickets call 718-960-8833.