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Cuban born
percussionist and vocalist Jesus
Diaz arrived in the United
States from Habana in 1980. He
quickly identified the San
Francisco Bay Area music scene
as the grounds to establish a
new home. His local and
worldwide performances in
collaboration with world
renowned and acclaimed artists
are recognized for their
contributions to the richness of
an ever-expanding musical genre
worldwide.
Jesus Diaz y su Qba was founded
1998 in the San Francisco Bay
Area. Throughout the pass 13
years Qba has performed in many
festivals, including the San
Francisco jazz festival, San
Jose jazz festival, Reno Jazz
festival, Reggae on the River
festival, Yerba Buena Garden
events to name a few. Qba has
also performed at many corporate
and private events.
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Qba is a 10 piece orchestra that
features original compositions
based on traditional Afro-Cuban
music with the influence of Funk
and Jazz. This is the new sound
of Cuban dance music known as
Timba
Be sure to bring your dancing
shoes and be ready to become
part of the band. Qba thrives on
audience participation!
Qba
features:
Jesus Diaz Bandleader,
Lead vocal, Composer, Arranger,
And Percussion
Orlando Torriente Vocal
and hand percussion
Julio Area Vocal and
Percussion
Murray Low Piano and
keyboards
Ayla Davila Bass
Colin Douglas Drums and
percussion
Javier Navarrete
Tumbadoras and vocals
Melecio Magdaluyo Sax
and Flute
Jeff Lewis Trumpet
Jeff Cressman Trombone
Jesus Diaz is endorsed by:
Vic Firth sticks
Sabian Cymbals
Pearl Drums & Percussion
Remo
Audix mics
Jesus Diaz Y
Su QBA Links:
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