Belongó | Afro Latin Jazz Alliance of NY

East Harlem’s cultural layers run deeper than its subway stops. Among them is Belongó | Afro Latin Jazz Alliance of NY, a non-profit weaving music, education, and community into the neighborhood’s fabric. The organization operates at the intersection of preservation and innovation, offering programs that span performance, archives, and youth mentorship. Their work bridges generations, ensuring traditions like clave rhythms and Afro-Cuban jazz remain as vibrant as the murals on 100th Street.

Inside El Barrio’s ArtSpace PS109, you’ll find them at LL Studio #1 | #18.2 | #012, 215 East 99th Street, New York, NY 10029. Questions about workshops or performances can go directly to (646) 389-0093. For first-time visitors, the building’s industrial facade belies the creative energy inside—though the best way to orient yourself is through the map listing, which pins the studio entrance with precision.