Alicia Whavers, Director of
Audience Services
As a child,
I would often spend weekends at my grandmother’s home. The sound of
her house was distinct: a blend of Salsa, Jazz, Bomba, R&B,
Bachata and Soul.
When I
realized Eddie Palmieri
was coming to SOPAC, I was instantly transported back to my childhood
sitting in my grandmother’s house, bouncing to drums and swaying to
trumpets.
Palmieri’s
music evokes happy, fun and energetic memories for me. Palmieri
is a Puerto Rican from the South Bronx, just like my family. I am so
happy and proud that he will be gracing the SOPAC stage on May
21.
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