Harold López-Nussa in Havana

The 2025 Jazz Plaza Festival brings together the vibrant sounds of Latin jazz, showcasing global talent and rich musical tradition. The festival runs from January 26th to February 2nd, offering live shows, masterclasses, and jam sessions to bring together and celebrate both established and emerging artists on the Cuban stage. 

Cuban pianist Harold López-Nussa embodies the richness of Cuban music with its delicate fusion of classical, popular, and traditional elements. Yet his music became more eclectic and unpredictable once he left Cuba to live in France, infusing memories of making music in his childhood with his contemporary style. López-Nussa's latest album, Timba a la Americana, captures Afro-Cuban rhythm at its finest while fusing the still-evolving Cuban jazz scene. His colorful sound is made up of unlikely cadences and polyrhythmic folk songs, giving traditional music an upgrade only Harold López-Nussa can provide!