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August First Thursday with ​Pura Vida Orquesta

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The Armory: Main Lobby

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Celebrate the August First Thursday with Pura Vida Orquesta! They'll be playing a mix of Salsa, Timba, Cumbia, Latin Jazz, and other Latin rhythms.

Led by Saxophonist and Vocalist Gabriel (Paquito) Martinez from Costa Rica, Pura Vida Orquesta includes amazing musicians from Cuba, Peru, Mexico, Romania, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, and the USA. 

Join us in person at The Armory, or watch the performance online!

  • Performed in the main lobby (no ticket needed, masks required).
About Pura Vida Orquesta
About Pura Vida Orquesta

Pura Vida Orquesta is an 8-10 piece Latin band based out of the Pacific Northwest. The band plays Salsa, Timba, Cumbia, and Latin Jazz, among other Latin rhythms. Led by Saxophonist and Vocalist Gabriel (Paquito) Martinez from Costa Rica, Pura Vida Orquesta has been a mainstay in the Portland Latin music scene and includes amazing musicians from diverse backgrounds: Cuba, Peru, Mexico, Romania, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, and the USA. 

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