Iconic Cuban-American clarinet and saxophone virtuoso Paquito D’Rivera brings his Quintet to Blue Note Milano!
The winner of a combined 11 Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards, he is celebrated both for his artistry in Latin jazz and his achievements as a classical composer. His widespread and eclectic musical tastes include Afro-Cuban rhythms and melodies, influences encountered in his many travels, and back to his classical origins. Born in Havana, Cuba, he was a prodigy on clarinet, performing at age 10 with the National Theater Orchestra. By 17, he became a featured soloist with Cuban National Symphony. From there, he skyrocketed into a career that often has him labeled a “living legend.” Paquito D’Rivera’s discography includes over 30 solo albums and he is the first artist to win Latin GRAMMY Awards in both Classical and Latin Jazz categories.