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Zahili González Zamora, 1886 Chickering concert grand - Havana Old & New | Habana viejo y Habana Nuevo- Music of 40s-50s Havana brought vividly to life by a fabulously lyrical talent of our time.- Sensual music of now, steeped in a century of Habanera culture.- Subtle, deeply inspired Cuban pianist-composer Zahili González Zamora plays her own lyrically driven compositions and focuses her sharp musical intelligence on old-time Havana. Her Music Matters solo afternoon unites historical music that's all but unknown here with ZHZ's melody-driven, present-day jazz. Yes, the Habaneros of the 40s-50s had their own distinctive, sensuous jazz and café styles. But they also cocked a ready ear to Jack Teagarden, swing, big band, and crooner tunes from the Estados Unidos (that's here). Join us for a rare, scrumptious encounter with one of the most sophisticated musical cultures in the Caribbean. $20 online tickets at LaGruaCenter.org; $25 at the door. All seating is unreserved – first come, first served! Doors open 1/2 hour before the start of the concert.