Gaby Moreno
Name:
Gaby Moreno
Date:
February 1, 2025
Time:
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM PST
Website:
https://gmc.sonoma.edu/gaby-moreno/
Event Description:
Armed with a warm, soulful sound, singer/songwriter Gaby Moreno offers an intoxicating invitation into her musical world for English and Spanish speakers alike. Since moving to Los Angeles from her native Guatemala, she has released 7 albums, earned multiple Grammy nominations, and won two Latin Grammys. Moreno has shared the international stage with pop music luminaries such as Bono, Andrea Boccelli, Tracy Chapman, Ani DiFranco, Punch Brothers, Hugh Laurie, Buena Vista Social Club, Calexico, David Gray, and many more. Through her various projects, Moreno has redefined Americana as the only prominent Latina in the genre today, opening the doors for other marginalized voices and transforming the landscape overall. In addition to her critical acclaim within the music industry, Moreno has amassed a long list of accolades within the TV and film worlds. Most famously, she co-wrote the seminal theme song for cult classic TV show, ‘Parks and Recreation.’ Moreno is also a champion for immigration rights and social issues. She was recently named the first UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador from Guatemala. She is focused on mentoring young female artists and creatives.