Wednesday 28 July, 20:00

Eva Ayllón in Switzerland

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Born in Lima, Peru, Eva Ayllón is the foremost voice of Afro-Peruvian and Creole music. Across a five-decade career she has brought her country’s rhythms and melodies to international stages, blending impeccable vocal technique with a commanding stage presence. Nicknamed ‘The Voice of Peru’ and ‘The Queen of Landó’, her work bridges tradition and contemporary interpretation, enriched by collaborations with leading Latin and world artists and recognized by a Latin GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award.

Rue de la Servette 2,
Switzerland
Photo Credit: DR
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Photo Credit: DR

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