News Release - The International Plaza to Host Recognition of Latin Musician, Feature Music and Martial Arts of Brazil

City of Rochester

News Release

(Thursday, July 15, 2021) - Market Days at the International Plaza, 828 N. Clinton Ave. continue this week with a recognition of a legend of the local Latin American music scene and performances that highlight the music and martial arts of Brazil.

The Market is open from 5 to 8 p.m. tonight and will feature the music of Jose Ruíz y los Auténticos along with a special recognition of Mr. Ruiz’s 55 year career as a musician. Maribel Torres will lead a Zumba class.

On Sunday, July 18, faculty from the Eastman School of Music will perform flairs from Brazil featuring Rosa Boêmia performing choro, a Brazilian popular music genre; and Forró Estrelas do Norte will perform the dance music of Northern Brazil. Angola Quintal will provide an interactive performance of “Mindful Capoeira,” based on the Afro-Brazilian martial art with a focus on intelligence over speed and force.

Music therapy with Dj True Soul, Grupo Calle 1 and Teaching Artist Roc are also part of July’s offerings at the International Plaza on Market Days

Market Days at the International Plaza bring the world to Northeast Rochester every week from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays through November. Entertainment programming is scheduled in partnership with Ibero American Development Corporation.

Vending opportunities for new and established businesses are still available. For more information visit www.cityofrochester.gov/internationalplaza.

Follow the International Plaza on social media: www.facebook.com/TheInternationalPlazaROC and www.instagram.com/theinternationalplazaroc.

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