VNote Ensemble Start Date: Saturday 10/12/2019 — End Date: Saturday 10/12/2019 Admission:$20 advance / $25 day of show Celebrate the release of The VNote Ensemble’s newest album Conexion at Rhythmix Cultural Works. Hailed for their spirited performances and fascinating fusion of Venezuelan folk music with adventurous jazz explorations, the VNote Ensemble gives voice to the hidden treasure of Venezuelan music. Blending original compositions, keen arrangements, and excellent musicianship, VNote delivers a unique musical sound. Conexion features a variety of music styles from waltz to 5/8 merengue, from calypso to swing, from Afro-Venezuelan drumming to Caribbean cha-cha, making the “conexion” between folk-traditional Venezuelan music and jazz with contemporary and urban sounds. VNote Ensemble Members: Jackeline Rago: Venezuelan cuatro, bandola llanera, percussion and vocals Donna Viscuso: flute Michaelle Goerlitz: percussion Dan Feiszli: acoustic and electric bass With Special guest TBA. Doors open at 7:00pm with traditional Venezuelan arepas available for purchase from Miss Arepita. “A taste of Venezuela & Oakland,” Miss Arepita’s arepas are gluten free, handmade grilled corn meal pockets, crunchy outside and moist on the inside, stuffed with delicious accompaniments! Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Contact: Tina Blaine info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/vnote-ensemble-2019/