Orcas Island Jazz Festival – Jovino Santos Neto Quinteto
Jovino Santos Neto Quinteto
Friday, Sept. 4, 7pm
Formed in 1993, the Latin Grammy-nominated Jovino Santos Neto Quinteto has become one of the West Coast’s most important creative music ensembles. Performing Jovino’s original arrangements and compositions, its members excel in near-telepathic musical interactions, modern harmonic journeys, deep lyricism and high energy Brazilian grooves that never fail to excite audiences. Voted several times as Best Acoustic Jazz Ensemble of the year by readers of Earshot Jazz Magazine. With Ben Thomas on vibraphone and bandoneon, Tim Carey on acoustic and electric basses, Mark Ivester on drums, and Jeff Busch on percussion, plus Jovino on piano, flute and melodica.
Before this concert, join our “Behind the Curtain” tour of Orcas Center at 6 p.m. Just show up in the lobby at 5:50 p.m. Ever wondered what happens beyond the stage? This guided tour reveals the spaces, stories, and people that bring our campus to life. Explore areas rarely seen by audiences, including the front of house, backstage, technical spaces, warehouse, dance studio, and more. Along the way, you’ll discover the history of Orcas Center, learn how productions come together, and get an inside look at current projects and exciting plans for the future.
Whether you’re a longtime supporter, a first-time visitor, or simply curious about how a performing arts center operates, Behind the Curtain offers a unique perspective on what makes Orcas Center such a special place for our island community. Come see the magic from the other side of the curtain.
“The beauty of Brazilian music is that it touches both mind and heart. Beautiful melodies that came from Europe married to African rhythms that drive your bones. I’ll take that any day!” Lund said.
