Jorge Emmanuelli Náter presents Bomba & Plena Musical Traditions

Jorge Emmanuelli Náter is the great grandson of master Bomba practitioner Sergio Náter Peña. Jorge embodies the legacy of at least 100 years of Afro-Puerto Rican music and culture knowledge in his family. He is a member, director and founder of the Bomba & Plena clan known as Hermanos Emmanuelli Náter.

Jorge is joined by University of Chicago Director of Afro-Cuban Folkloric Ensemble, Sam Werk, and other prominent Chicagoland musicians in this lecture demonstration exploring the rich history of the Bomba and Plena musical traditions. This event will be followed by a reception.

Free admission. RSVP requested.