Latin Peppers

Called the "best Latin band north of the Bay Area,” the Latin Peppers always bring irresistible, high energy salsa and Latin dance music with an Afro-Cuban feel. The members have many years performing experience throughout the Northcoast, led by Jimmy Durchslag on trombone, who also does the arrangements. Jimmy has appeared with numerous Latin bands including local favorites Ponche and Kachimbo. He teaches the Latin ensemble at the annual Lark Music Camp in Mendocino. The group also includes Tim Randles of Dell’Arte and RLA on piano, Andy Barnett, leader of the Garberville Town Band, on trumpet, Cyrus Wong-Weissman on bass, Jon Lewis on congas and Michael Stephenson on timbales/drum set. The Latin Peppers repertoire ranges from John Coltrane to Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri, Buena Vista Social Club and Mongo Santamaria, all with compelling rhythms that showcase tight ensemble playing and soulful improvisation.