Salsa Meets Jazz: Eddie Palmieri
Dizzy's Club102 Columbus Circle, New York 10107
Carlos Henriquez’s bi-monthly Salsa Meets Jazz series honors the late Eddie Palmieri, “The Sun of Latin Music,” in a New York jam-session-minded tribute. Bobby Allende directs from the bongos, joined by Ruben Rodriguez, Alex Pastrana, Anthony Almonte, Willie Torres, Manuel Ruiz, Nathaniel Williford, Jimmy Bosch, Xito Lovell, Carlos Padron and Ito Arguinzoni.
Palmieri’s groundbreaking music revolutionized salsa and Latin jazz.
Dizzy's Club offers a refined jazz experience with a seating capacity of about 140, where guests enjoy live performances from world-class musicians in a room that frames sweeping views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline. The venue features a full bar and a seasonal menu with sophisticated soul food, enhancing the evening beyond just the music. Shows are ticketed and typically run two sets per night, with late-night sessions available without reservation. The seating is generally first-come, first-served, encouraging early arrival for the best vantage points. The club’s location within Jazz at Lincoln Center places it in a lively cultural hub, making it ideal for a night that blends attentive listening with the pleasure of fine dining and cityscape views.