Pedrito Martinez

Grammy-nominated percussionist and vocalist Pedrito Martinez leads his Afro-Cuban quintet in a high energy blend of Cuban timba, traditional rumba and the sacred sounds of Yoruba. Recently named Jazz Percussionist of The Year, by the Jazz Journalists Association, Martinez has recorded or performed with numerous musicians including Paul Simon, Wynton Marsalis, Paquito D’Rivera, Bruce Springsteen, Ruben Blades, Dave Matthews and Sting, and has contributed to over 75 albums.