Harvard Jazz Ensembles

Afro-Cuban Music: Yosvany Terry’s Cultural Journey

May 5, 2025

Afro-Cuban music serves as a vibrant tapestry woven from the rich cultural threads of both African and Cuban musical traditions.Renowned musician Yosvany Terry, deeply rooted in this genre, emphasizes the significance of these sounds in preserving identity and heritage, particularly in the context of the African diaspora music that has thrived through generations.

Yosvany Terry: Discovering Afro-Cuban Musical Heritage

April 28, 2025

Yosvany Terry, an acclaimed musician and composer, is not just reshaping the landscape of Afro-Cuban music but also bridging the cultural gaps between the African diaspora and Caribbean traditions.As a senior lecturer at Harvard and director of the Harvard Jazz Ensembles, Terry intertwines musical education with his research, exploring the rich heritage of African musical traditions and their profound influence on jazz.