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Belongó: Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra

Arturo O'Farrill leads the multi-Grammy-winning Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra
August 22, 2025, 7:00pm–8:30pm

8-time GRAMMY award-winner Arturo O'Farrill celebrates the rich immigrant stories and traditions of NYC in honor of its 400th birthday, showcasing the city's role in the diversity of Latin music.

The multi-Grammy–winning Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra (ALJO) is a big band of jazz and Latin-jazz virtuosos led by the inimitable Arturo O’Farrill. With roots in Latin jazz traditions trailblazed by greats like Tito Puente and Mario Bauzá, and with an equally keen ear for the music’s future, ALJO has spent the past two decades thrilling audiences with its impeccable ensemble playing, showstopping soloists, and expansive repertoire—including works by Arturo and Chico O’Farrill.

The piano for this performance is provided with support by Steinway & Sons. Additional media support for this performance is provided by WBGO.

This performance will be livestreamed on our website, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram.

About Belongó

Belongó (formerly the Afro Latin Jazz Alliance) activates the power of music and the arts to create a space for creativity and understanding that strengthens bonds and enriches lives across the communities they serve. 

ON THE LAWN

Bryant Park Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America is a free outdoor festival that welcomes all New Yorkers to experience the city’s vibrant arts and culture. The series provides a platform for extraordinary artists and serves as a vital outdoor venue for a wide array of New York’s cultural institutions.