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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