Musica Caliente, Monday, Chaffey High School

The Ontario Chaffey Community Show Band and the Petrocelli Family present “Musica Caliente,” 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14 in the Gardiner W. Spring Auditorium, Chaffey High School at 1245 N. Euclid Ave.

The event is free to attend.

Early concert goers are invited to arrive at 7 p.m. to be entertained by the “Woodwind Celebration” ensemble in the lobby while enjoying complimentary cookies and Starbucks coffee.

The Show Band will present a selection of Latin music in celebration of Hispanic Culture Month, featuring Grammy-nominated trumpeter Dr. Bobby Rodriguez.

Also joining the band for the evening is renowned percussionist Homero Chavez. Joining the outstanding musicians of the Ontario Chaffey Community Show Band as featured Show Band soloists are vocalist Chris McAleer, saxophonist Pat Arnold, and dancer Kathy Soderlund.

Born and raised in East Los Angeles, Dr. Rodriguez is acknowledged as a Latin legend, dynamic leader, gifted trumpeter, composer/arranger, author and educator.

Dr. Rodriguez has earned one Gold and three Platinum records, produced six of his own recordings, and countless recordings for other artists. His newest release is entitled “Celebration,” a self-reflection of his music. He is the director of Latin Music at U.C.L.A, U.C.I., Pasadena City College, and President of the Hispanic Musicians Association.

For more information about the concert visit the Show Band website at www.showband.net or contact Dr. Petrocelli at gabe@showband.net.