Kicking off the celebration of the Hispanic Heritage month at Plaza betances. This is one of two concerts. Join us for an exhilarating evening of salsa music and dance as we honor the vibrant traditions and rich culture of Hispanic heritage. Enjoy live performances and dance to your favorite salsa hits. This event is open to the public and free of charge, so bring your friends and family to share in the rhythm and joy of our cultural celebration!

Edwin Pabon has been a mainstay in Latin music in the Boston and New England areas for many years. Born to a family of Puerto Rican musicians, he began his musical career in the mid-seventies as a percussionist with El Sextets Pabon, a family band. El Sextet Pabon was one of the first bands in Boston to feature Latin Music. In many ways, Edwin and his brothers Roberto Pabon, Israel Pabon and sister Janet Pabon where the pioneers of promoting Latin music in the New England area. Edwin began his solo career in 1990 when he formed his own orchestra. He assumed all of the responsibilities for the orchestra, i.e., booking, promoting, and acting as the musical director. Throughout his career he has performed with the best artists in Latin music, including Tito Puente, Carlos Santana, Celia Cruz, Ruben Blades, Tito Nieves, Eddie Palmieri, Lalo Rodriguez, Mongo Santa Maria, Ismael Rivera, Giovanni Hidalgo, Tito Gomez, and Ray Barreto. Edwin is the lead singer of his band, Edwin Pabon & Orchestra, and also plays several instruments, mainly percussion instruments such as timbales, bongos, and congas. Edwin is also preparing to release his third CD "Rumbero de Corazón" that features "salsa romántica de hoy y de ayer" (hot salsa - romantic salsa) with Afro-Cuban rhythms. He is a passionate performer whose commitment to spreading the vivacity of Latin music and dance continues to inspire him.