Jazz Wednesdays: 6:00 -8:00 pm in lovely outdoor Rose Garden of Hotel Laguna, 425 So. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach. Doors open 5:15 pm. Reservations for 8 or more by calling 949.715.9713 or email us (by day prior to concert). Cover $10/person. Special drinks and food available for purchase. Light jackets are advised near sundown.
Led by trumpeter Bijon Watson, the Latin Jazz Syndicate was formed to explore the fusion of Latin and World rhythms with the vast collection of American jazz standards.
The Latin Jazz Syndicate features an all-star group of musicians that have performed or recorded with artists such as Tito Puente, The jazz On The Latin Side All-Stars, Luis Miguel, Dave Valentin, Poncho Sanchez, and Tito Nieves to name a few. The group’s infectious rhythms and boundless energy are showcased in its repertoire of contemporary arrangements and captivating original tunes.
The driving force behind the Latin Jazz Syndicate is trumpeter Bijon Watson, whose wide-ranging musical influences include extensive recording, touring, and/or performing experience with artists such as Harry Connick, Jr., Queen Latifah, Michael Buble, Mariah Carey, the Temptations, Natalie Cole, the critically-acclaimed Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, and Prince (to name a few). Bijon can also be heard playing lead trumpet on two of the most recent albums by Jose Rizo’s Jazz On The Latin Side All-Stars, and on Luis Miguel’s holiday album; “Navidad”.
The other key element and driving force to the group’s success is keyboardist-arranger-composer Carlos Ordiano. Carlos has worked with Bijon on several projects for more than 12 years, and without Carlos’ fresh approach, innovative stylings, and authentic re-creation, the Latin Jazz Syndicate would not receive the extraordinary reception it has today.
The Latin Jazz Syndicate’s unique sonic flavors, along with the ensemble’s dedication to performing with unsurpassed passion and energy, combine to create an unforgettable musical experience. www.myspace.com/bijonwatson <http://www.myspace.com/bijonwatson>
Published in Hotel Laguna Rose Garden
