Sam Reider and Jorge Glem – Musica Viva!

Interested in this event and not a member? Click here to learn more This Latin GRAMMY-nominated duo has built a vibrant musical bridge between Venezuela and the United States. Glem, a celebrated cuatro player, and Reider, an accomplished accordionist, pianist, and composer, met in New York City in 2016. From parks and subway stations to Lincoln Center and NPR Tiny Desk, their journey culminates in Brooklyn-Cumaná, their debut album nominated for Best Instrumental Record at the 2023 Latin GRAMMYs. ABOUT THE ARTISTS:   “It’s a very special thing when two musical cultures come together to create something that didn’t exist before.” – NPR Latin GRAMMY nominees Jorge Glem and Sam Reider, have blazed an exhilarating musical trail linking the United States and Venezuela. GRAMMY-nominated cuatrista and founding member of the acclaimed Venezuelan musical ensemble C4 Trio, Jorge Glem, met multi-talented American accordionist, pianist, composer Sam Reider at a house party in New York City in… View Source