Calling all community musicians with diverse musical & cultural traditions and music enthusiasts!

Hosted by Arts Transcending Borders at the College of the Holy Cross, renowned Brazilian percussionist Cyro Baptista arrives at JMAC/Worcester PopUp to lead Sounds of Community workshops, building towards a final performance at the JMAC/Brickbox with Baptista’s winsome quartet, the Banquet of Spirits, and community participants on Sunday, April 3.

A veteran of stage and studio work with the likes of Paul Simon, Herbie Hancock, Yo-Yo Ma, Trey Anastasio (of Phish), Sting, the New York Philharmonic, Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, and many others, Baptista is one of the most sought-after players around. His visionary approach to music-making stresses inclusion, community and pushing past boundaries, while remaining refreshingly fun and totally accessible. His technique of using his body, spare parts of kitchenware, anything that’s out of the ordinary and traditional instruments, makes his workshops a truly unique and entertaining experience.

All workshops are free and open to the public. For additional details, call us at (508) 793-3835 or email atb@holycross.edu.