TD JazzFest ’24 Presents: Eliana Cuevas & Jeremy Ledbetter

Event Description

Vocalist Eliana Cuevas and pianist Jeremy Ledbetter are well known in the Canadian musical landscape for the outstanding quality of their work, composing and performing as bandleaders of their own Latin jazz projects. They are also involved as side musicians for some of the best musical acts in Canada, with Jeremy Ledbetter performing regularly as a part of Larnell Lewis’ Band. Cuevas and Ledbetter have been performing together in various configurations for over 15 years. This includes Cuevas’ last three albums which earned them two US Independent Music Awards for “Best World Music Album” and “Best World Music Producer” in New York, and a Canadian Folk Music Award for “Best World Music Album.” Cuevas and Ledbetter have now created a new duo project that unveils their musical chemistry in a more intimate way. They feature a unique and very soulful take on Latin American music, with a focus on Venezuelan folkloric repertoire. Their music is jazz-infused, acoustic, and showcases original compositions with some of the most beloved Venezuelan traditional songs.