Son Cubano is one of the most popular musical styles in Cuba, and Grammy-nominated Kiki Valera is one of its foremost exponents. Over the last century, this style of traditional Cuban music has contributed to many other genres of music, including Latin jazz, cha cha cha, mambo, salsa and timba. Kiki Valera is the oldest son of the famous La Familia Valera Miranda septet, a multi-generational traditional music group from Santiago de Cuba. Since the 19th century, La Familia Valera Miranda has played a significant role in Cuban culture by collecting and preserving the deep-rooted traditions of the legendary Sierra Maestra mountain region. A multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, and producer, he’s best known as one of the world’s greatest players of the Cuban Cuatro, a mid-size guitar with 8 strings grouped in sets of 2. His current project features a talented lineup of musicians and is sure to keep audiences on their feet.

“Extraordinary skills as a soloist and master of his instrument”— All About Jazz

“Some of the 21st century’s most compelling Afri-centric son Cubano you will ever hear, and Kiki Valera is at the heart of everything” – Latin Jazz Net