Chuchito Valdés - Cuban Jazz Series

Pianist, arranger, composer, and bandleader Chuchito Valdés brings a deep lineage of Cuban jazz to Blues Alley as part of the Cuban Jazz Series. Born in Havana and hailing from one of the island's most celebrated musical families—son of Chucho Valdés, grandson of Bebo Valdés—he spent years leading the world‑renowned band Irakere, which his father founded. A master of Cuban styles including mambo, danzón, timba, and guaguancó, Chuchito also brings extensive classical training to his playing, alongside a lifelong passion for American jazz and influences such as Oscar Peterson, Herbie Hancock, and Chick Corea (with whom he has shared the stage). His current project, *Reflections*, showcases original compositions and arrangements that draw on classical harmonic and structural techniques.

When: Thursday, October 15, 2026.

Showtimes: The performance begins at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM (Monday through Saturday showtimes; for Sunday shows doors open at 4:30 PM and 7:15 PM, but this event is on a Thursday).

Tickets: Tickets are $35 per person, plus a $7 service fee. A $15 food and beverage minimum per person is required and is not included in the ticket price. All sales are final: no refunds and no transfers.

Lineup: Chuchito Valdés on piano, likely joined by a supporting ensemble (the page does not list individual sidemen).

Venue: Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20007. Seating is first‑come, first‑served at the door.

Note: No photography or recording of any kind is permitted during the performance. Patrons are asked to keep conversation to a minimum while the music is playing.