ABOUT

Buena Vista Orchestra, under the direction of famed Cuban trombonist, composer, arranger, and musical director, Jesus “Aguaje” Ramos, returns to Encore Theater on August 24, 2025. 

Ramos is best known as the original orchestra leader, composer, and trombonist of Buena Vista Social Club. He has also served long stints in world-class ensembles Estrellas de Areito and Afro-Cuban Allstars. His musical journey and history are brought into focus throughout the critically acclaimed 1999 documentary “Buena Vista Social Club.”

Ramos performed on the World Circuit recordings of Buena Vista Social Club and Afro-Cuban Allstars and the solo albums of Ibrahim Ferrer, Ruben Gonzales, and Omara Portuondo. He was Gonzales’s musical director and has been touring extensively since 1997 with various Buena Vista Social Club projects. 

Now, featuring key players from throughout Buena Vista Social Club's history, the legendary group's legacy continues in 2025.

To date, Buena Vista Social Club and related projects have global sales of over 50 million, making it the biggest-selling Cuban music project in history.

SHOW DATES:

Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 8 p.m.