Videos Featuring Irving Flores
Irving Flores – Tijuana Jazz Festival
PECUM | October 2025
Irving Flores performs at the Tijuana Jazz Festival, presented by Productores de Espectáculos Culturales de México (PECUM). A vibrant celebration of Afro-Cuban and Latin jazz, highlighting Flores’ dynamic piano style and international artistry.
Irving Flores – Live at the Athenaeum Art Center
Irving Flores performs The Dignity Patrol (Daniel Jackson), Blessings of the Rain, and La Rumorosa in a special live recording at the Athenaeum Art Center. An intimate performance highlighting Flores’ expressive piano voice and original compositions.
Produced by The La Jolla Athenaeum & Athenaeum Art Center
Irving Flores – Live on KCSM Jazz 91
Recorded October 12, 2025
Irving Flores visits The Latin Jazz Show with Jesse “Chuy” Varela on KCSM Jazz 91 (Día de la Raza) and performs a spirited montuno-style rendition of “Viva Chihuahua.” A joyful, high-energy moment celebrating Latin jazz tradition and Irving’s Veracruz roots.
PECUM Promo – Armando Mi Conga
Productores de Espectáculos Culturales de México
Promotional video for the Mexican market featuring Irving Flores’ Armando Mi Conga. Presented by Productores de Espectáculos Culturales de México (PECUM), highlighting the energy, artistry, and international impact of Flores’ Afro-Cuban jazz sextet.
Irving Flores – Piano Solo
PECUM | Productores de Espectáculos Culturales de México
Recorded January 21, 2026
Irving Flores presents an expressive solo piano performance for Productores de Espectáculos Culturales de México (PECUM), showcasing his lyrical touch, rhythmic depth, and signature blend of jazz and Latin traditions.
Irving Flores Trio – Live at the San Diego Central Library
May 5, 2024
On May 5, 2024, the Irving Flores Trio performed a vibrant program of audience favorites and original compositions as part of the San Diego Central Library Concert Series. The performance reflected Flores’ musical roots in Veracruz and his artistic journey between Mexico and San Diego, blending Mexican classics, boleros, and Afro-Latin jazz influences with lyrical improvisation and dynamic interplay.
Musicians:
Irving Flores – piano
Mackenzie Leighton – upright bass
Fernando Gomez – drums
La “Rumorosa” – Live Duo Session (June 10, 2022)
Irving Flores performs his original composition La Rumorosa during an intimate Friday Night Jazz Duo Session at The Brew Bar. Featuring special guest Will Lyle (NYC) on upright bass, this performance captures the warmth, lyricism, and improvisational spirit of live Latin jazz.
Armando Mi Conga – Live Performance (2016)
Irving Flores’ signature composition Armando Mi Conga performed live with Gilbert Castellanos (trumpet), Charlie Arbelaez (alto sax), Matt Hall (trombone), Rob Thorsen (bass), and Ryan Shaw (drums). One of Flores’ most celebrated works in California, captured in an electrifying performance.
Puras Mañas – Live Performance (2010)
Irving Flores performs his original composition Puras Mañas, written in 2003 and dedicated to the renowned Mexican mentor Roberto Arballo “Betuco.” Inspired by the rhythms of Huapango from the region of Las Tres Huastecas — where Veracruz, Tamaulipas, and San Luis Potosí meet — the piece reflects Flores’ deep cultural roots.
Abigail – Live at the Westgate Hotel (2014)
Irving Flores performs his original composition “Abigail,” featured on the album American Influence, during the 2014 Sunset Poolside Jazz Series at the Westgate Hotel. Presented by the Irving Flores Danzón-Jazz Trio: Irving Flores (piano), Dean Hulett (bass), and Fernando Gomez (drums).
Gilbert Castellanos & Irving Flores – Latin American Composers
La Jolla Community Center | September 22, 2023
Award-winning trumpeter Gilbert Castellanos joins pianist Irving Flores for a special Fourth Friday Jazz Series performance celebrating the music of Latin American masters. An evening of Afro-Cuban fire, romantic boleros, bossa nova grooves, and inspired improvisation.
La Rumorosa – IMF Session (2015)
Irving Flores performs his original composition La Rumorosa, a Danzón/Jazz piece inspired by the breathtaking mountain passage between Tijuana and Mexicali. Recorded at the Ikezi Music Foundation (IMF), featuring Charlie Arbelaez on alto sax and Irving Flores on piano, arranger, and producer.
Bésame Mucho – Live Private Recital (2019)
Irving Flores presents a spontaneous jazz reharmonization of the classic Mexican bolero “Bésame Mucho” by Consuelo Velázquez, performed in his signature style. Recorded live during a private recital on March 4, 2019.
Recuerdos (Danzón) – Live Performance (2019)
Irving Flores performs Recuerdos, a Danzón composed in 1994 and dedicated to his father, Señor Irving Flores Chalá. A heartfelt piece reflecting tradition, memory, and deep personal roots.
The Dignity Patrol – Live Private Recital (2019)
Irving Flores performs “The Dignity Patrol,” composed by Daniel Jackson, during a live private recital on March 4, 2019. A refined and expressive interpretation showcasing Flores’ dynamic touch and interpretive depth.
Dana Point – 2011 San Diego Music Awards
Gilbert Castellanos performs Irving Flores’ composition “Dana Point” at the 2011 San Diego Music Awards, celebrating Castellanos’ Best Artist honor. A vibrant moment highlighting Flores’ dynamic writing and the strength of San Diego’s jazz community.