Sones de Mexico

This Chicago-based musical ensemble preserves the tradition of Mexican folk music known as son, a term that encompasses a wide array of regional songs and dances. The group performs original arrangements of traditional tunes, but also invigorates and experiments with the form, producing son-inspired versions of everything from Led Zeppelin songs to Bach concertos. Their energetic live shows re-create the atmosphere of a Mexican fandango, an all-night son party, and features music of more than 25 instruments including such traditional implements as the lower jawbone of a donkey. (Who knew?) At their Detroit performance, Sones de México performs with the Michigan State University's Graduate Brass Quintet in a folk-meets-classical mash-up. At 7 p.m. at St. Gabriel Church, 8118 W. Vernor Hwy., Detroit. The $10 entry fee benefits Compás Center of Music and Performing Arts and St. Gabriel. The group is also hosting a free educational workshop at 4 p.m. at Compás, 8701 W. Vernor Hwy., Detroit. Info on both at 313-554-0791.

St. Gabriel Church

8118 W. Vernor Hwy.

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Venue phone: 313-841-0753

Ticket Info: $10