Date/Time
Date(s) - October 4, 2026
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
Wygal Hall at Longwood
Categories
October 4, 2026
4 – 5:30 p.m.
Wygal Hall, Room 204
Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and raised in Santurce, Giovanni Hidalgo comes from a prestigious lineage of musicians, particularly percussionists. His father, José Manuel “Mañengue” Hidalgo, was a renowned conguero, and his home was filled with drums, inspiring Giovanni to begin playing at just three years old. By age eight, he was mastering rhythms with both sticks and hands, refining a unique approach that would revolutionize Latin percussion.
Throughout his career, Hidalgo has remained a driving force in percussion, fusing Afro-Caribbean traditions with jazz, funk, and global rhythms. His artistry continues to inspire musicians worldwide, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest percussionists of all time.
This event is free and open to the public.