Buena Vista Social Club Tribute featuring Francois Wiss and Jose Ramon Rosario

City Vineyard presents Buena Vista Social Club Tribute featuring Francois Wiss and Jose Ramon Rosario live on February 13th at 7:30pm

Francois Wiss and Jose Ramon Rosario crafted a one-of-a-kind tribute to the music of Buena Vista Social Club and the maestros of Cuba's golden age. Their performance is a delightful fusion of tradition, personal interpretation, and global influences, creating a truly unique and colorful musical experience.

Despite their nearly two-decade friendship, this collaboration marks the first time Wiss and Rosario have shared the stage for this particular show. The result promises to be a moment of spontaneous and lively music, showcasing the chemistry between these two accomplished musicians. Audiences can anticipate a performance that not only pays homage to Cuban musical heritage but also adds a fresh and dynamic perspective to the timeless classics of the Buena Vista Social Club era.

Francois Wiss, a French-born guitarist and vocalist, boasts a rich and dynamic playing style shaped by influences from world music, flamenco, Latin, and Middle Eastern music, creating a compelling and distinctive artistic expression, fueled by an avid taste for improvisation. A seasoned performer, Wiss has more recently ventured into collaboration with songwriters as a producer. Beyond his musical endeavors, he is also an environmental activist and advocates for a cleaner NYC.

Raised in NYC with Cuban and Puerto Rican heritage, Jose Ramon Rosario is a versatile artist with a multifaceted career. Over five decades, he has excelled both as an actor, collaborating with some of the most prominent figures in American entertainment, and as a musician, particularly as a percussionist and harpist, where his collaborations span across the globe with countless artists and projects.