CHARLESTON, S.C. — [September 6, 2026] — The Gregarious Grooves Trio will bring its vibrant fusion of Spanish, Latin, classical, jazz, popular, and original music to the Sunday Soirée Series on Sunday, September 6 at 3:00 p.m. at the Simons Center Recital Hall, 54 Saint Philip St., Charleston, South Carolina.

The trio features Gregory Guay on Spanish guitar, Axel Rangel on bass, and Jacob Abarbanell on conga and percussion. Guay and Rangel are alumni of the College of Charleston Music program.

Together, the musicians create a captivating fusion of sounds that draws on a wide range of musical traditions while showcasing the trio’s distinctive approach to Latin-inspired performance. Their repertoire brings together the rich colors of Spanish and Latin music with elements of classical, jazz, popular, and original music.

“We’re excited to bring Gregarious Grooves Trio to the Sunday Soirée Series,” said Gregory Guay. “This music is about connection — between traditions, cultures, musicians, and audiences. We’re looking forward to sharing that experience in the intimate setting of Simons Center Recital Hall.”

The Sunday Soirée Series features performances by faculty-artists and special guests during the academic season. The series spans a broad musical spectrum, from jazz and opera to chamber music, with concerts generally taking place at 3:00 p.m. in the Simons Center Recital Hall.

PERFORMANCE INFORMATION

Artist: Gregarious Grooves Trio
Series: Sunday Soirée Series
Date: Sunday, September 6
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Venue: Simons Center Recital Hall
Address: 54 Saint Philip St., Charleston, SC

Gregarious Grooves Trio is:

• Gregory Guay — Spanish guitar
• Axel Rangel — bass
• Jacob Abarbanell — conga and percussion

TICKETS

Tickets for the September 6 performance are available through the College of Charleston.

More Details:   https://charleston.edu/music/concerts/sunday-soiree.php

About Gregarious Grooves Trio

The Gregarious Grooves Trio is a vibrant musical ensemble that skillfully blends the rich traditions of Spanish, Latin, classical, jazz, popular, and original music. Featuring Spanish guitarist Gregory Guay, bassist Axel Rangel, and percussionist Jacob Abarbanell, the trio creates a captivating fusion of sounds that transports audiences to the heart of Latin musical landscapes.

Guay and Rangel are alumni of the College of Charleston Music program, bringing their shared musical background and experience together with Abarbanell’s dynamic percussion to create an engaging and rhythmically rich performance.

About the Sunday Soirée Series

The Sunday Soirée Series presents performances by faculty-artists and special guests during the academic season. Concerts range from jazz and opera to chamber music, offering audiences an intimate setting in which to experience a diverse selection of live performances.

Media Contact:
Gregory Guay
Gregarious Grooves Trio
[GregoryGuayMusic@gmail.com]
[843.324.0452]
[www.GregoryGuayMusic.com]