Celebrating 45 Years of Alex Torres and his Latin Orchestra

Get ready for an unforgettable night of vibrant rhythm and rich cultural celebration as Alex Torres & His Latin Orchestra mark 45 years of music-making! Formed in 1980 and led by Bronx-born bassist Alex Torres, this powerhouse 12-piece ensemble blends Afro-Caribbean styles like Salsa, Merengue, Cha-cha, Bomba, Plena, and Latin Jazz into an irresistible, high-energy experience.

With countless awards and performances for presidents, governors, and alongside Latin music legends, the orchestra’s legacy runs deep. Join us at UPH for a joyful tribute to a band that’s been bringing people together through music for more than four decades. Let’s celebrate this milestone with the rhythms that started it all!

FREE SALSA LESSONS

Come early for free salsa lessons with Felix Ortiz, owner and dance instructor of ¡Baila! Albany! Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just starting out, Felix will get you moving before the band takes the stage. Let’s celebrate this milestone with the rhythms that started it all!

Felix Ortiz
Owner/Dance Instructor
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Felix Ortiz’s love of dance began at a very early age, when his grandmother would drag him onto the living room floor during her many holiday parties. Her passion for dance was contagious and left a lasting impression. After moving to Albany in 2000, Felix knew he needed dance to be a bigger part of his life. Since then, he has danced across the country, taught at numerous venues, hosted a wide range of events, and owned or co-owned two dance studios dedicated entirely to Latin dance instruction.

He is also a proud father to a wonderful child who—no surprise—is an avid dancer as well.
¡Baila! Albany is his vision, rooted in a simple belief: to dance is to be happy.
Come ¡Baila Conmigo! (Dance with Me!)