Sudamerica Latin Groove – World Music Celebration Vol.2*

SLG continues to celebrate the music that influenced their unique style in this second part of a musical journey across the globe and spanning centuries of music. A night filled with classical music, jazz, tango, boleros, rumba, bachatas, pop,rock, latin jazz and other surprises that keep audiences guessing while enjoying some original arrangements of beloved songs from all ages.

Sudamerica Latin Groove (SLG), formerly known as The Funky Tones, is a dynamic band renowned for seamlessly blending funk, jazz, rock, pop, world music, classical, and latin rhythms. Founded in 2013 in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia, the band has evolved into a musical powerhouse celebrating the cultural fusion of South and North American influences. Now based in Naples, Florida, SLG features a lineup of seasoned musicians from diverse South American backgrounds: Dorian Mendez (Argentina) music direction and bass, Everton Vidal (Brazil) on guitar, Alejandro Yaguaracuto (Venezuela) on drums, Renan Gerstenberger (Paraguay) on keyboards, and Kevin Morato (Bolivia) as vocalist, complemented by sound engineer Ezequiel Soliz (Bolivia). Renowned for their infectious music that exudes vitality, Sudamerica Latin Groove seamlessly merges traditional and contemporary elements. Their electrifying performances have positioned them as an emerging force in the SWFL music scene, creating a distinctive and vibrant sound that deeply resonates with diverse audiences.

Wednesday, March 12, 2025; 7:30pm
Performing Arts Center, Moe Auditorium & Film Center,
10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs
Tickets: $48 Tier 1 / $43 Tier 2 / $38 Tier 3