About This Event
El Swing takes place at The Portico in Knights Hill, London, on May 9, 2026, with doors and event time shown as 7:30 PM. Entry is listed at £12 on the door, with advance ticket pricing also shown in the event details.
The night features Sarabanda live, along with El Swing DJs and a salsa dance class. Sarabanda is led by pianist Sara McGuinness and is described as a Cuban music collective performing a mix of Cuban rhythms, including Cuban salsa, son, cha cha cha, mambo, timba, salsa, and Latin jazz, with a nod to Buena Vista Social Club.
The lineup also includes bassist Jimmy Martinez and percussionist Bill Bland. The group performs original material and Cuban classics, and Sara McGuinness is noted for her reputation in both the salsa and African music scenes.
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