March Is Music 2026

Sunday, March 1, 3PM –ELSIE LU (Bronx Piano Sundays) Passionate about connecting audiences to both timeless and new music, pianist Elsie Lu brings a wide-ranging and thoughtful voice to Bronx Piano Sundays– the classical subseries part of our popular March Is Music series. She has performed with orchestras including the Bellevue Symphony, Bruensis Virtuosi, Orchestra of MusicFest Perugia, and Philharmonia Northwest, appearing in venues from Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie to Van Cliburn Concert Hall, Queen Elizabeth Playhouse, Seattle Town Hall, and Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center. 

Elsie has received top prizes in competitions such as the Canimex Canadian Music Competition, Canada West Performing Arts Festival, Steinway Canada Young Artist Competition, Chicago International Music Competition and many more. In 2025, she worked closely with acclaimed composer Meredith Monk in preparing piano four-hands repertoire and a vocal chant, culminating in a performance at Zankel Hall. Elsie is currently studying at the Juilliard School of Music.

Join us to experience Elsie Lu live in an intimate concert at Pregones Theater in The Bronx. The concerts are free with RSVP.

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Saturday, March 7, 7PM – NEW EARS ON TANGO WITH THE PEDRO GIRAUDO TANGO QUARTET Latin GRAMMY Award winner Pedro Giraudo is a passionate ambassador of his Argentine heritage, bringing a fresh perspective to the timeless art of tango. Seamlessly blending traditional and modern elements, Giraudo honors the genre’s rich history while propelling it into new and exciting territories. For March Is Music 2026, Pregones/PRTT’s popular concert series, Giraudo leads his acclaimed quartet– the Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet– in a performance that brings his bold vision up close and in person to Pregones Theater in The Bronx. 

Widely recognized as one of the leading tango ensembles of our time, the Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet follows in the innovative footsteps of Astor Piazzolla, crafting music that is both reverent of tradition and boldly original. Their performances are a vibrant fusion of virtuosic technique and emotional depth, intertwining the intensity of Argentine tango, the sophistication of European classical music, and the improvisational spirit of jazz. 

Now in its 18th year, March Is Music builds on Pregones/PRTT’s commitment to present artists of the highest caliber in The Bronx, a borough long recognized as a powerhouse of musical creativity and cross-cultural innovation. Curated by seasoned Latinx artists, the series draws links between music, dance, and popular culture; highlights ruptures and continuities in form and content; and makes space for intercultural fusion and exchange. 

Join us to see the Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet and experience the transformative power of tango reimagined through a dynamic and elegant performance. RSVP

Sunday, March 8, 3PM – YOULAN JI(Bronx Piano Sundays) Known for her dynamic programs and electrifying performances, Chinese-born pianist Youlan Ji brings her meticulous interpretations and total command of the instrument to Bronx Piano Sundays. Praised by the Florida Keys Concert Association as “a standout performer with impeccable phrasing…” Ji has been featured in recitals worldwide, including Beijing, Shanghai, Amsterdam, New York City, Washington D.C., the Florida Keys, and Aspen. 

Bronx Piano Sundays, a subseries within March Is Music, invites stellar professional musicians to perform works of all styles and eras and puts the spotlight on one of Pregones/PRTT’s prized possessions: our Steinway & Sons Grand Piano. The concerts are free with RSVP and take place at Pregones Theater in The Bronx. GET TICKETS

Saturday, March 14, 7PM – MANTENIENDO EL LEGADO DE EL CONDE CON CITA RODRIGUEZ  

Sunday, March 15, 3PM – UMI GARRETT (Bronx Piano Sundays) Awarded 4th prize at the 2020 National Chopin Competition and 1st prize in the Juilliard School’s concerto competition, Umi Garrett joins Bronx Piano Sundays with a career shaped by solo performance, collaboration, and contemporary music. A finalist at the Young Concert Artists Competition and Canada International Piano Competition, Garrett has performed and premiered numerous solo and chamber compositions and collaborated with artists across major competitions and festivals. 

Bronx Piano Sundays, a subseries within March Is Music, invites stellar professional musicians to perform works of all styles and eras and puts the spotlight on one of Pregones/PRTT’s prized possessions: our Steinway & Sons Grand Piano. The concerts are free with RSVP and take place at Pregones Theater in The Bronx.

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Saturday, March 21, 7PM – JONATHAN SUAZO, RICANO VOL. 2 – BORICORRIDOR TOUR 2026 Discover the artistry of Jonathan Suazo, one of the most exciting voices in Latin jazz today. His acclaimed project, Ricano, is a deeply personal exploration of Afro-Caribbean identity through the lens of jazz and earned a spot at #6 on The New York Times’ list of Jazz Albums of 2023.

For Pregones/PRTT’s March Is Music 2026, Jonathan Suazo presents RICANO VOL. 2, a potent musical experience filled with peaks, valleys, notable influences from Black American Music, and a distinct combination of sounds from Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.

Now in its 18th year, March Is Music builds on Pregones/PRTT’s commitment to present artists of the highest caliber in The Bronx, a borough which has for long been recognized as a powerhouse of musical creativity and cross-cultural innovation. Curated by seasoned Latinx artists, March Is Music draws links between music, dance, and popular culture; highlights ruptures and continuities in form and content; and makes space for intercultural fusion and exchange.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating culture, rhythm, and creative vision before the official album release.

Saturday, March 22, 3PM – HUAN LI (Bronx Piano Sundays) Originally from Guangdong, China and now New York-based, pianist Huan Li relishes in the endless exploration of music, alone and with others. Hailed for her “stunning pianism [and] mesmerizing execution [that] lit up the stage” (The Boston Musical Intelligencer)– she has been heard in Austria, China, France, Switzerland, and the United States as both soloist and chamber musician, with appearances at venues including Alice Tully Hall and Jordan Hall. Don’t miss Huan Li’s Bronx Piano Sundays performance! 

Bronx Piano Sundays, a subseries within March Is Music, invites stellar professional musicians to perform works of all styles and eras and puts the spotlight on one of Pregones/PRTT’s prized possessions: our Steinway & Sons Grand Piano. The concerts are free with RSVP and take place at Pregones Theater in The Bronx.

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Saturday, March 21, 7PM – ARTURO O’FARRILL’S QUINTET  Mexican American pianist, composer, and bandleader Arturo O’Farrill is a towering figure in contemporary music, renowned for his genre-defying virtuosity, leadership, and unwavering commitment to social justice through music. A 6-time GRAMMY and 2-time Latin GRAMMY winner, O’Farrill bridges the gap between Latin rhythms, modern jazz, and contemporary composition, pushing boundaries while maintaining a profound connection to his roots. 

As founder and artistic director of the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra (ALJO) and Belongó (formerly known as the Afro Latin Jazz Alliance), O’Farrill plays a pivotal role in nurturing cultural dialogue through the transformative power of music. Described by DownBeat as “One of our greatest living pianists,” Arturo O’Farrill has released nearly 25 albums as a solo artist, collaborator, and with ALJO. For March Is Music 2026, Pregones/PRTT’s popular concert series, O’Farrill appears with his quintet in a performance presented up close and in person at Pregones Theater in The Bronx. 

Now in its 18th year, March Is Music builds on Pregones/PRTT’s commitment to present artists of the highest caliber in The Bronx, a borough long recognized as a powerhouse of musical creativity and cross-cultural innovation. Curated by seasoned Latinx artists, the series draws links between music, dance, and popular culture; highlights ruptures and continuities in form and content; and makes space for intercultural fusion and exchange. 

Join us to experience Arturo O’Farrill live with his quintet for an evening of electrifying, genre-defying music.

Sunday, March 29, 3PM – WYNONA WANG (Bronx Piano Sundays)

Chinese pianist Wynona Wang has captured the attention of audiences worldwide with a string of impressive competition successes, including winning the Bronze Medal at the 2024 Gina Bachauer International Artists Piano Competition and first prize at the Concert Artists Guild International Competition. Her performances have taken her to major venues such as the Sydney Opera House, Carnegie Hall s Weill Hall, and Lincoln Center s David Geffen Hall, and a two-CD album of her live performances was released on Decca (Australia) in April 2024. 

Wang closes out Bronx Piano Sundays, a subseries within March Is Music that invites stellar professional musicians to perform works of all styles and eras and puts the spotlight on one of Pregones/PRTT’s prized possessions: our Steinway & Sons Grand Piano. The concerts are free with RSVP and take place at Pregones Theater in The Bronx.

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