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Manuel Valera New Cuban Express Big Band

New York, New York

Grammy nominated Cuban pianist and composer Manuel Valera has been an integral part of the New York City jazz scene since 2003. He has released more than fifteen albums as a leader ranging from solo piano to big band. His album ‘New Cuban Express’ was nominated for a Grammy in 2013. Valera has toured and recorded with Paquito D’Rivera, Arturo Sandoval, Steve Smith, Dafnis Prieto and Yosvany Terry.