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by Lucy on 3/14/19Chandler Center for the Arts - ChandlerGreat venue, the staff is very helpful and friendly.
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LA SANTA CECILIA IN CONCERT:
Grammy-winning Mexican-American band La Santa Cecilia plays world music with a contemporary edge, treating audiences to a vibrant blend of styles as diverse as cumbia, bossa nova, boleros, reggae, rock, and soul. At the group’s live shows, brightly-dressed lead singer Marisol Hernandez dances along to the bopping rhythm while wowing audiences with her powerful, soulful vocals. In addition to Hernandez, the band's sound is shaped by Jose Carlos’s reedy accordion and Alex Bendana’s bossa nova basslines. La Santa Cecilia is known for their inventive sound and fun performance style, and they’re sure to thrill ticket buyers as they run through marathon sets of powerful originals, Latin standards, and reimagined rock hits.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Formed in Los Angeles in 2007, La Santa Cecilia represents the city’s dynamic Latino population with their generation-bridging blend of native music influences and contemporary pop culture references. Named for the patron saint of musicians, the sextet got their start playing neighborhood shows that focused on social issues like immigration and environmental conservation. Favoring a community-oriented approach to making music, the group released their self-titled EP in 2009 with covers that were individually hand-painted by their fans. As their popularity grew La Santa Cecilia released the debut full-length Triente Dias in 2013, which went on to win a Grammy for the Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album. Within a month of their prestigious win the band released their 2014 follow-up Someday New to widespread critical acclaim. The band continues to play on behalf of social issues in addition to touring in support of their music.
Great venue, the staff is very helpful and friendly.
This was a really tight band that exudes energy and emotion. I would see them again.
Music was outstanding, toe tapping, dancing in my seat ...loved it! Talented group, will see them again!
great band with great message, the music is great while they are also having a message and purpose for what they are doing.
Jose Alfredo's songs nailed, I'll see them again. Viva la Erencia Mexico Americana.
Cecilia’s vocals were amazing and band played an amazing show. Cecelia interacted with the audience throughout the show. First time seeing the band live and would see them again. I’m a fan!!
Had such a wonderful time, always amazing to have Latinx artist come through and helping bring our people together for a night of music and dancing! Gracias!
I’ve seen La Santa Cecilia several times & they bring it every single time! They are so good & always get the crowd going. I especially love the fact that they are just so energetic & political. I always walk away feeling so much love for our people, music, & dance when I see them!
I had never heard of La Santa Cecilia before the day of the show, but am so glad the concert popped up in my feed. All of the guys are great musicians, and La Marisoul is a beautiful human with a helluva voice. The music made me want to sell all of my things and book a one-way ticket to Mexico to live out the rest of my days there. Go check these guys out!
Concert was awesome,music as always was very entertaining! Our family of 7 enjoyed the evening of dancing & singing along !
This concert was absolutely amazing. We had such a fantastic time. Her music had people dancing in the aisles. She is unforgettable and she sings with such abandon. Memories from the past are brought back to life in my mind and I would definitely go and see her again in concert.
EXCELLENT GROUP, I REALLY RECOMMEND IT. THE BEST "LA SANTA CECILIA" THUMPS UP!!! CAME BACK SOON
This was my first time seeing Santa Cecilia and I will see them again when they return. Marisol has an awesome voice and I loved their vibe and interaction with the audience. The venue was small enough for this and afford an intimate setting. Chandler Center for the Arts was a good venue, the ladies bathroom was large enough to accommodate the patrons, the concession was a little lacking (I believe it was probably the bartender - he was not quick enough). I enjoyed the art gallery while waiting for the show to begin. Overall a very nice experience. I will be back for other shows, especially if they are as good as Santa Cecilia!
A blessing to my ears and tears of joy for me. La Santa Cecilia is unforgettable. I only wish it had lasted longer.
Second time seeing them and it was awesome, to hear them play old remakes from past legends who had an influence on them.
Really enjoyed the show. Was dancing in my chair throughout the show.
Good show & great auditorium, BBBBUUUUUTTTTTTT this group probably best seen/heard in a more intimate setting ... babe sings lovingly but that huge a stage takes something away. That auditorium/stage best suited to Lyle Lovett or Tower of Power(hint hint). And 'will call' doesn't need to be located in the north forty. Gracias !
Very good concert, but I wish it would have been longer.
First saw LSC at Culture Clash and was thrilled that we could see them for a full concert. They didn't disappoint. Terrific music, wonderful vocals, great variety . . . only disappointment was the less than terrific ?acoustics at the venue. Noticed once they went unplugged and we could truly appreciate the instruments and voices. Too bad the entire concert wasn't without amplification . . . . What's with everyone's cell phones recording? I thought that was not cool, but no ushers seemed to address it at all and there was blatant abuse??? Mildly annoying.
As always, an excellent performance. I thought the video presentation was something they could have done in the beginning as people were still coming in late.