Eddie Palmieri

This Harlem-born pianist made his classical debut at Carnegie Hall in 1947, when he was only eleven-years-old. At age 25, Palmieri formed his own band, Conjunto La Perfecta. His music experiments with various distinct sounds, mixing salsa with rock, pop, R&B, Spanish vocals and jazz. In 1990, Palmieri acted as a consultant to Paul Simon on the latter’s album, Rhythm of the Saints. He was awarded Yale University’s Chubb Fellowship in 2002, an honor normally reserved for heads of state. This event is sponsored in part by the Multicultural Center and the Student Union & Activities Advisory Board.

Concert is free to UTD Students with UTD Photo ID at the venue box office the night of the event. Discounts are available to faculty, staff, alumni, retirees and students. Please review ticket policy or call box office at 972-883-2552 for details.

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