Global Rhythms: Los CenzontlesSeattle Debut

Fronted by the dynamic vocals of Fabiola Trujillo, Lucina Rodriguez, and sonero Hugo Arroyo, Los Cenzontles ("The Mockingbirds") makes its Seattle debut at Town Halls Global Rhythms series. This energetic and evocative band of eight young musicians is rapidly becoming a formidable presence in the Latin music scene. They mix electric bass and drums with traditional Mexican instruments jarana, vihuela, requinto, pandero, and quijada (jawbone)to create a powerful contemporary sound infused with the gutsy soul of Mexico's rural roots music. Based in San Pablo, Calif., the group is closely associated with members of Los Lobos, with whom they have recently recorded a CD, Songs of Steel and Wood. Their current project is in collaboration with the legendary blues musician Taj Mahal. There is a free-pre-concert talk at 7:15 pm free to ticket holders.