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Gina Benalcazar Quintet is rooted in the vibrant New York City jazz scene. Gina Benalcázar-López is a NYC-based trombonist and composer whose work spans straight-ahead jazz, Latin-jazz, and Latin repertoire. She leads La Orquesta Esa, a dynamic Latin-jazz ensemble, and has been shaping contemporary Latin jazz with a deeply personal voice. The project history includes the Gina Benalcazar Quintet, a precursor documented through performances and recordings in 2023. Her debut album, The Bounce, released in 2023, showcases her robust horn voice, inventive composition, and willingness to explore cross-cultural rhythms. Gina’s artistry has earned recognition with Chamber Music America Performance Plus Grants, helping fund projects that fuse jazz with global influences. She continues to perform at iconic NYC venues and beyond, bringing expressive trombone lines and infectious grooves to audiences. For fans and newcomers alike, Gina’s work offers expertly crafted jazz that nods to tradition while pushing forward into new Latin-jazz territory.