Ruben “Chivo” Gonzalez with Hugh Buckley and Richie Buckley
At a glance
About this event
Vintage alto saxophonist Ruben Gonzalez is a very established personality in the Argentine jazz scene both on the bandstand and on the radio airwaves.
You might have also spotted him on Irish telly, as featured in The Living Bridge, the RTE documentary on the Buckley jazz clan. In November 2006, he hosted an Argentinean visit by guitarist Hugh Buckely and saxophonist Richie Buckley that culminated in a memorable performance at the Jazz Festival of Rosario, Argentina's second city and spiritual home to the tango.
Location
12 Aungier Street
Venue details
JJ Smyth's is a family owned bar in the center of Dublin city. Home to many a musician, Jazz and Blues alike. It started off as a family owned grocery and public house back in the 1730's, it has changed throughout the years and now you can hear live Jazz and Blues sounds of the city from within it's doors. JJ's has live Blues and Jazz music six nights of the week. This is where many a musician got their start and where many of the top names continue to play.
