CJC graduate Eli Torrez returns to his alma mater to present music inspired by recent adventures in this unique performance.  He writes, “This is an amalgamation of musical expressions, a multilingual conglomeration of digested life as a “caminante” – a wanderer, a seeker, one who is on the road…somewhere.”

Band Members & Instrumentation

Bass/Guitar/Vocals – Eli Torrez

More artists TBA!

Artist Bios

Born and raised near Albuquerque, NM in a musical family, Eli studied many instruments, both formally and self-taught. From 2016-2020 he studied double bass and vocals at the CJC. Eli has played in many groups ranging from jazz to RnB to salsa, reflecting in an eclectic compositional style. After nearly three years abroad he now returns to California to share a fresh musical experience.

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