The rhythms of Brazil will ignite the Sanctuary of the Arts this Friday, May 9, as Dranoff 2 Piano Fusion presents “Latin 2 Piano: From Rio to Miami” — a high-energy celebration of Brazilian music featuring some of the genre’s most iconic sounds and composers.
The concert begins at 8 p.m. and promises to take audiences on a musical journey through Samba, Choro, Bossa Nova, Baião, and Maracatu, with performances by renowned pianists Thito Camargo and Phil DeGreg. Backed by the rhythms of bass, drums, and percussion, the ensemble is set to deliver an evening of music that captures both the technical brilliance and emotional intensity of Brazil’s most enduring styles.
The performance will highlight compositions by Brazilian legends including Antonio Carlos Jobim, Pixinguinha, João Gilberto, Hermeto Pascoal, Egberto Gismonti, and Milton Nascimento — artists whose work has shaped both Latin American and global music traditions.
“This program is as much about joy as it is about virtuosity,” the organizers noted. “We dare you to stay in your seat.”
Held inside the acoustically rich Sanctuary of the Arts at 410 Andalusia Ave., the concert blends classical precision with the improvisational flair of jazz and the irresistible rhythms of Brazilian popular music.
Dranoff’s 2 Piano Fusion series is known for bringing world-class piano performances to South Florida audiences, often blending traditional repertoire with cross-cultural innovation. This latest installment reflects the foundation’s ongoing mission to promote international dialogue through music — and to celebrate the piano as both a solo and collaborative instrument.
Click here to purchase tickets, which range from $8-$38.
Author: Coral Gables Gazette News Staff
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