Sheila E.
One of life’s constants for Sheila E. comes down to a simple phrase: follow the beat. Her impeccable inner rhythm is the pulse behind a trailblazing career that still knows no bounds.
The world-class drummer and percussionist has performed along Ringo Starr, Marvin Gaye, Prince, Beyoncé, Herbie Hancock, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie, Gloria Estefan and George Duke. The Grammy Award-nominated singer/songwriter is behind the seminal hits “Glamorous Life” and “A Love Bizarre.” Sheila is a fearless multi-instrumentalist, as well as an Actress, Mentor, and Philanthropist.
The Queen of Percussion performed at the Austin Area Jazz Festival, on Saturday, November 30th at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican Cultural Center.