New Yor-Uba debuted at the Public Theater in 1983.  Celebrating 40 years, the ensemble returns to Dizzy’s Lincoln Center on September 19 and 20, 2023–this time with the addition of bassist Yunior Terry who has an extensive history with the ensemble, and with new member, vocalist/folklorist Roger Consiglio.  Throughout its 40-year history  the ensemble has continued to evolve through new repertoire and personnel.  Master foklorist Roman Diaz has been a featured member and vital collaborator or the past 15 years.

New Yor-Uba plays in honor of the great Orlando ‘Puntilla’ Rios (ibae).

Personnel:

Alex Norris (trpt), Mike Thomas (alto/sop), Stacy Dillard (tnr), Chris Washburne (trbn, tuba)

Michele Rosewoman (pno, vcls), Yunior Terry (bs), Robby Ameen (dr)

Roman Diaz, Rafael Monteagudo and Abraham Rodriguez (perc, vcls), Roger Consiglio (vcls)