Join us for a high-octane, rhythmically rich evening of genre-defying music as LehCats makes their Meyhouse Jazz debut—featuring the incomparable Giovanni Hidalgo on percussion.

LehCats, the New York-based jazz fusion ensemble co-led by saxophonist/multi-instrumentalist Norbert Stachel and flutist/vocalist Karen Stachel, brings a global sound shaped by jazz, Latin, funk, and world music traditions. The band’s name—Stachel spelled backwards—is a nod to their inventive spirit and commitment to musical evolution.

With previous performances at SFJAZZ, Yoshi’s, Smalls, The Iridium, and international festivals across the U.S., Europe, and Hawaii, LehCats has built a reputation for their intricate compositions, high-energy live shows, and powerful messages of unity and cultural celebration. Their critically praised albums Out of the Bag and Movement to Egalitaria showcase a rich tapestry of global influences—ranging from Middle Eastern modalities to Afro-Caribbean grooves.

This special performance includes legendary conguero Giovanni Hidalgo as a featured guest. A native of Puerto Rico, Hidalgo is recognized as one of the…