Tribute to Leandro (Gato) Barbieri - EL Gato

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An evening celebrating the music of Argentinian Latin Jazz giant

Leandro (Gato) Barbieri 
EL Gato

MUSICIANS:

Patrick Smith - tenor saxophone

Evan Miles - keys
Mark Decho - bass
Matteo Mancuso - drums
Juan Carlos Medrano - percussion

Leandro "Gato" Barbieri (November 28, 1932–2016) was an Argentine tenor saxophonist from Rosario whose fiery, raw tone made him one of the most distinctive voices in Latin jazz. He started out in Lalo Schifrin's orchestra in Buenos Aires, then moved to Europe and New York, where he played in the free jazz scene alongside trumpeter Don Cherry. In the 1970s he went back to his South American roots, blending jazz with tango, folk and Latin rhythms on his acclaimed "Chapter" album series. He reached a wide audience with his Grammy-winning score for Bernardo Bertolucci's Last Tango in Paris and his 1976 hit album Caliente!, which included his much-loved version of Santana's "Europa." With his black fedora, scarf and passionate sound, "El Gato" became an icon whose music still moves audiences today.

Details:
Saturday, November 28, 2026
CONTXT by Trane, 254 Lansdowne Ave. (main), Toronto, ON
Doors 6:00 pm | Concert 7:00 to 9:30 pm
Admission: $40 adv.| $50 door

Limited seating. Don't miss it!