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THREE-TIME GRAMMY® WINNER GUSTAVO CASENAVE PERFORMS AT NATIONAL OPERA CENTER
Uruguayan-American pianist and composer Gustavo Casenave, known for his profound contributions to the musical world, has been honored with three Grammy Awards, including “Best Latin Jazz Album” as a producer in 2023, “Best Tango Album” in 2020, and “Best Instrumental Album” in 2019. His work resonates deeply with international audiences, reflecting his innovative and emotive musical style. Casenave has also earned six Latin Grammy nominations, with three in the prestigious “Best Contemporary Classical Composition” category.
The evening promises to blend jazz, classical music, tango, and other Latin American influences into a unique and unforgettable musical experience. Recently named “Illustrious Citizen” of Montevideo by the Uruguayan government and recipient of the “Majestic Excellence Award” in Europe, Casenave is set to deliver a night of virtuosic and emotionally rich performances.
" . . . exuberant , virtuosic performance. . . "THE NEW YORK TIMES
" . . . ferocious performance, emotionally wrenching playing. . . "LOS ANGELES TIMES
" . . . enough can' t be said, sensational musician. . . "CHICAGO TRIBUNE
" . . . Gustavo Casenave led the virtuosic ensemble, … show stopper. . . "THE WASHINGTON POST
“… the onstage orchestra led by musical director Gustavo Casenave was dynamite…”
THE BOSTON GLOBE
" . . .Casenave sounds splendid. . . "THE VILLAGE VOICE
