Miguel Zenón

Thursday, September 18, 2025

On September 18, 2025, the Miguel Zenón Quartet graced the Village Vanguard with a performance that was both a celebration and a culmination. This concert was part of a series leading up to the release of their first live album, Vanguardia Subterránea: Live at The Village Vanguard, recorded in September 2024 and released on August 29, 2025. (miguelzenon.bandcamp.com) The album features original compositions by Zenón, including "Abre Cuto Güiri Mambo" and "Vanguardia Subterránea," as well as his arrangements of classics like Willie Colón and Héctor Lavoe's "El Día de Mi Suerte" and Gilberto Santa Rosa's "Perdóname." (miguelzenon.com)

The quartet, comprising Zenón on alto saxophone, Luis Perdomo on piano, Hans Glawischnig on bass, and Henry Cole on drums, has been together for over two decades. Their longstanding collaboration is evident in the seamless interplay and deep understanding that defines their performances. Critics have praised their live shows for their energy and the unique atmosphere they create, with Zenón noting that the album captures a different energy compared to their other recordings, attributing it to the special environment of the Village Vanguard. (jazzpress.gpoint-audio.com)

This performance was particularly significant as it marked the culmination of a series of concerts leading up to the album's release, offering fans a firsthand experience of the quartet's dynamic presence and the rich textures of their latest work.

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Personnel

Miguel Zenón— alto sax

Luis Perdomo— piano

Hans Glawischnig— bass

Henry Cole— drums