West Harlem Piers

The Jazz Foundation of America presents spirited jazz concerts in West Harlem Piers, featuring Joaquin Pozo y la Clave Suena. 

Originally from Havana, percussionist Joaquin Pozo has been called “El Pulpo” (The Octopus) because his two-handed conga style rivals the eight hands of four drummers. Pozo brings 35 years of experience and profound versatility to his vibrant performances.

Having founded the rumba-infused Havana group Jazz Millenium and performed on four continents, in recent years he has been a welcome addition to the musical landscape of Harlem. An innovator in Latin styles from rumba to jazz, Pozo leads this five-piece ensemble on journeys through Afro-Cuban rhythms.