Renowned Cuban band Sierra Maestra is set to perform on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 20:00 (8:00 PM) at The Town Hall, 123 West 43rd…
Rare New York Appearance by Cuban Legend Sierra Maestra
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JazzaSlam Trio to Present NU Urban Blues in Thessaloniki
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Free Japanese Gagaku Court Music Concert at Columbia University in New York
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