CALIXTO OVIEDO TRIO

Calixto Oviedo is a Latin Grammy nominated artist and renowned Cuban percussionist with a career spanning over 38 years. He began playing drums as a child and honed his skills at Cuba's National High School of the Arts.

Oviedo has performed with numerous internationally acclaimed musicians, including Paquito D'Rivera, Arturo Sandoval, and Gonzalo Rubalcaba. He was a founding member of the popular Cuban band Adalberto y Su Son and later joined N.G. La Banda, a group known for its innovative "Timba" style.

Oviedo has toured extensively worldwide and has recorded numerous albums. Through the years, he has been privileged to play in many of the most illustrious festivals around the world such as: La Feria de Cali (Colombia); Montreaux Jazz Festival (Canada); Paleo Rock Festival (Switzerland); Carnaval in Panamá (Panama); Nice jazz Festival (France); A Sulle Festival (Italy); Roskilde Festival (Denmark); Festival de Salsa de Madrid (Spain); North Sea Jazz Festival (Netherlands); Antillansefeesten (Belgium); Gottingen Jazz Festival (Germany); Festival de Salsa en Barcelona (Spain); Umbria Jazz Festival (Italy); Couleur Café (Belgium); Festival di San Remo (Italy); Riga Ritmi Festival (Latvia); Copenhagen Jazz Festival (Denmark); Nordischerklang (Germany); Red Sea Jazz Festiva (Israel); Imatra Big Band Festival (Finland); Umeå Jazz Festival (Sweden); Oslo World Music (Norway); Salsa Festival de Madrid (Spain); Feria del Pacífico (Peru); Frutas Tropicales (Finland); Molde Jazz Festival (Norway); Udine jazz (Italy); Montreal Jazz Festival (Canada); Portland Jazz Festival (USA) and The Sun Festival (Singapore).

EVENT DETAILS

- $24.90 for ColaJazz Members, $30 for non-members, $15 for students
- Wine, beer, sodas and waters included
- Light food (savory & sweet) included
- Limited seating capacity to ensure the best experience
- Concerts begin at 7pm ending at 9pm, 15-minute intermission at 8pm

ABOUT THE COLAJAZZ LOFT SESSIONS

Experience Columbia's premier listening room for jazz enthusiasts and folks who are hip, cool and curious. Nestled in a stylish loft overlooking Main Street, this unique venue combines sophisticated ambiance with a soulful atmosphere, making it the perfect spot for an unforgettable night out. Each month, we feature a diverse lineup of talented artists, making every session fresh and exciting.

Your ticket includes light bites and adult beverages. With limited seating, every performance guarantees an intimate setting where you can truly appreciate the artistry on display. Join us at the ColaJazz Loft Sessions for a taste of New York City's jazz scene right in the heart of Columbia, SC—where every note tells a story and every concert is a celebration of music and community.

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