Rodriguez Brothers – Afro‑Cuban Jazz Duo
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Date
Jun 27, 2026 9:30PM
Name
The Rodriguez Brothers with special guest Walter Smith III
Description
Presented by Claudia Ochoa-Espejo & Chris Giaimo; Beverly Giaimo
MILES 100: A Celebration in Afro-Cuban Jazz
For a thrilling SEASON FINALE, Jazz St. Louis welcomes The Rodriguez Brothers to showcase a night of fire and rhythm! GRAMMY-nominated for Best Latin Jazz Album, this electrifying duo returns to the stage to bring down the house once again. Pianist Robert Rodriguez and trumpeter Michael Rodriguez, along with renowned saxophonist Walter Smith III, will ignite the audience with a powerful fusion of Afro-Cuban grooves and modern jazz.
In this special engagement, The Rodriguez Brothers pay vibrant tribute to Miles Davis, reimagining his iconic music through their own Latin-infused lens. Titled MILES 100: A Celebration in Afro-Cuban Jazz, the result is a high-energy celebration that’s both soulful and exhilarating. Get ready for an unforgettable night that will have you wishing our Miles Davis celebrations would never end. Get on your feet and welcome summer with “The Rod Bros”!
Ensemble includes: Mike Rodriguez (Trumpet), Rob Rodriguez (Piano), Matt Brewer (Bass), Jimmy MacBride (Drums), Roberto Vizcaino Jr. (Percussion), and Walter Smith (Tenor Sax)