Name: Mambo Mania LIVE | Houston Latin Jazz Orchestra at Red Cat
Start: 2026-05-25T19:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-05-25T21:00:00-05:00
Location: Red Cat Jazz Cafe

Mambo Mania LIVE | Houston Latin Jazz Orchestra at Red Cat

Established in 2000 by its founder, Jose Antonio Diaz, Diaz Music Institute (DMI) is a BIPOC-led organization in Houston, TX. The ethnicity of our communities is 70.8 Hispanic, 25.1 African American, 2.0 White, 1.31 Asian, .1 Native American, Pacific Islander .1, Multi-ethnic .71, and .94 other. Over 85% of students in our community come from economically disadvantaged homes. Our workshops target marginalized, at-risk BIPOC students to offer an elite, rigorous, and rewarding learning opportunity. DMI was featured in many television news stories and magazine articles. Our award-winning youth ensemble, “Caliente,” has performed at The Midwest Clinic, Jazz Education Network, and the National Association for Music Education. DMI was recently selected as a Lewis Prize for Music semi-finalist and featured by NEA “American Artscape” magazine as a Hispanic music organization for providing equity and access to the arts for Hispanic/Latinx Communities. Additionally, we received congressional recognition from Sheila Jackson Lee for our work in Houston and partnered with the Ella Fitzgerald Foundation to donate books to every student at Worsham Elementary. With the help of our Houston-based teaching artists, our curriculum has yielded impressive results with our students; some of these accolades include:100% High School graduation.Students received over $2,000,000 in scholarships since the establishment of DMI.Students have graduated from prestigious schools such as Harvard, Berklee, and the University of Miami.Alums have performed with artists such as Stevie Wonder, Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Kanye West, Tori Kelly, Anita Baker, Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats, and TD Jakes, to name just a few.Alums have won Grammys and a Stellar Artist of the Year Award.DMI was selected twice by the National Arts and Humanities Program Award as a finalist.Recognized by Texas Monthly Magazine as one of 20 Reasons Texas Music is Bigger and Better Than Ever.Every aspect of Diaz Music Institute represents a solid Racial Equity Diversity Inclusion policy. From our team to the students and community served, we diligently promote cultural awareness and equitable opportunities for all regardless of race, ethnic group, age, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, mental and physical conditions, and religion.

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MAMBO MANIA
A High-Energy Night Celebrating the Golden Era of Afro-Cuban Big Band Music

Red Cat Jazz Cafe

MAMBO MANIA is coming to Red Cat Jazz Cafe! Get ready for an electrifying Memorial Day night of rhythm, brass, and percussion as the Houston Latin Jazz Orchestra returns to Red Cat Jazz Cafe for MAMBO MANIA—a high-energy celebration of the golden era of Afro-Cuban big band music.Experience the explosive sound of a 22-piece Latin jazz orchestra performing music inspired by legends such as Tito Puente, Machito, Poncho Sanchez, and more.Whether you're a longtime Latin jazz lover or simply looking for the most exciting way to spend Memorial Day, this is a night you won’t want to miss.🔥 Ticket Options:VIP Experience – Only 20 Available • Premium reserved front-section seating • One complimentary drink ticket • Exclusive early admission at 6:30 PMGeneral Admission Open seating, first-come, first-served.Event DetailsDate: Monday, May 25, 2026 Venue: Red Cat Jazz Cafe VIP Entry: 6:30 PM General Admission Doors: 7:00 PM Showtime: 7:30 PM🎟️ Seating is limited—this venue fills quickly. Secure your spot early.Refund Policy: All sales are final. No refunds. Tickets may be transferred to another guest. In the event of cancellation by the organizer, refunds will be issued.

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