Richard Peña Brings New Jazz Album to Majadito Grill Tonight

The Gig Tonight

Puerto Rican guitarist Richard Peña is set to perform live at Majadito Grill, the intimate stage inside Sofi’s Jam, this evening at 7pm. In a recent Instagram post he wrote, “A gozar en @majaditogrill hoy en @sofis_jam con el disco nuevo! Los veo a las 7pm, lleven sus instrumentos!”—an invitation to enjoy his new record and join the jam by bringing your own instruments. The post included a vibrant promo image showcasing neon signage and a glimpse of Peña’s guitar under moody lighting, reinforcing the laid-back jazz club vibe.

Bring Your Instrument

True to his call for participation, Peña encourages fans and fellow musicians to grab horns, sticks or strings and dive into an open-instrument session. The 7pm start time promises a mix of composed pieces from his album and free-form bebop explorations. Attendees can expect a blend of Latin jazz rhythms, intricate guitar solos, and collaborative improvisation under Peña’s direction.

Artist Spotlight

Richard Peña has built a following both on stage and online. Beyond tonight’s showcase, he recently released an eBook titled “25 Essential Jazz Guitar Licks in All 12 Keys,” designed to help players internalize bebop lines across the fretboard. In an earlier Instagram update he quipped, “If you’ve ever said ‘I’ll learn it in all 12 keys later,’ this book is your redemption arc.” That post highlighted his dual role as performer and educator, sharing samples of transcribed licks rooted in classic bebop vocabulary.

Previous Highlights

Last month, Peña joined the Heineken Ventana al Jazz series at Ventana al Mar in Condado. He shared the stage with cuatro virtuoso Fabiola Muñoz and the Los Plomeros Jazz Collective, bringing his fusion-driven guitar voice to a seaside audience. The May 25 event—presented by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company and sponsored by local brands—drew crowds eager for Caribbean jazz under open skies.

East Coast Tour Recap

This spring, Peña wrapped up a two-city tour in New York and Chicago. Social media recaps captured backstage snapshots, jam-room hangouts with fellow musicians, and on-stage moments where his Latin-infused solos earned standing ovations. In a post-tour reflection he wrote, “Had such a great time—friends, music, food, hangs and moods. Incredibly blessed to have so many good friends in music!”

Whether you’re a seasoned player or a curious jazz fan, tonight’s session offers an up-close experience with Peña’s latest compositions. Expect fresh arrangements from his new album interwoven with spontaneous group improvisations that spotlight the vibrant Puerto Rico jazz scene.

Tonight’s performance at Majadito Grill inside Sofi’s Jam is free and open to all—just bring your instrument and your appetite for live jazz. Whether you’re there to listen or to solo, Peña’s invitation makes it a true communal celebration of music.

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