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Local Latin Jazz musician Craig Russo to perform with Charanga Tropical at Levitt Amp Festival | Community Voices

Craig Russo plays with Charanga Tropical on June 30, 2022 at the Levitt Amp Festival
Photo courtesy of Craig Russo
Craig Russo plays with Charanga Tropical on June 30, 2022 at the Levitt Amp Festival

Dr. Craig Russo is a Springfield-based musician who performs with the musical groups the Craig Russo Latin Jazz Project and Brazil Café. He spoke to Community Voices about performing with Tito Puente, Jr., and he shared what he’s looking forward to at his upcoming performance with Charanga Tropical at the Levitt Amp Festival.

Vanessa was the Community Voices Production Coordinator at NPR Illinois from 2021-2025. She continues her passion for broadcasting as a co-host of the Beyond the Mouse podcast for the Front Row Network.