Jazz vocalist Raquel Cepeda presents her Jazz on Valentine's Concert 2026, now celebrating its 10th anniversary. This unique Houston Valentine's tradition celebrates love through the power of music—an aphrodisiac for the mind, body, and soul.

Performing with her jazz septet, Cepeda and her band will bring jazz standards to life through original arrangements, as well as original tunes. Her band is composed of world-class jazz musicians, including Barry Sames on piano, Thomas Helton on double bass, Adriano Santos on drums, Cassio Duarte on percussion, and Ernesto Vega on sax.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 at 8:00 PM

MATCHBOX 4

RUNTIME:
2 hours with 1 intermission

TICKETS:
Reserved Seating
$25 to $90

Please note that each ticket is subject to a $5 service fee at checkout.

This event is recommended for audiences ages 4 and over.

Artist's Bio

Raquel Cepeda is a jazz singer and songwriter who brings the best styles and rhythms from around the world to the refined language and aesthetics of jazz. A performer whose interpretative quality, approach to storytelling, and multicultural style have the ability to reach the hearts and ears of the most demanding and diverse audiences.

A highly regarded singer who has shared the stage with jazz legends such as Ellis and Delfeayo Marsalis, Raquel Cepeda is also a former geologist for the oil industry and is originally from Venezuela.

She has released two albums as a soloist. Her latest album, "Passion," was nominated for "Best Jazz Album" at the 2020 Pepsi Music Awards and remained in the #1 position on the Roots Music Report Jazz chart for 8 consecutive weeks.

Cepeda has performed at notable Houston stages including the Miller Outdoor Theatre, the MATCH Theater, and The Heights Theater; and internationally in countries such as Brazil, Mexico, and Venezuela.

Cepeda has been featured by such cultural organizations as Houston Da Camera, Kingwood Pops Symphonic Orchestra, Friends of Chamber Music of Bryan/College Station, and the Harris County Cultural Arts Center, and has opened for renowned artists including percussionist Poncho Sanchez and the legendary band The Commodores.

PLAN YOUR VISIT TO MATCH

🎟️ BOX OFFICE & TICKETING 

• Online sales end 30 minutes prior to curtain. After this time, tickets may be available in person at the MATCH Box Office. 
• The Box Office opens 2 hours before curtain for Will Call and walk-up sales. 
• All sales are final. No refunds or cancellations after purchase. 
• Why is there a service fee per ticket? Click here to learn more. 
• **Standby/Waiting List: If the performance that you are hoping to attend is SOLD OUT, please CLICK HERE for information on our Standby/Waiting list.

⏱️ BEFORE THE SHOW 

• MATCH Concessions opens 1 hour prior to the start of each event. 
  Enjoy a cocktail, wine, beer, or snack before the show. 
  View concessions menu. 
• Seating typically opens 30 minutes prior to curtain. 
• Please note: Some shows have a no late seating or re-entry after the performance has begun. Arrive early! 

🚗 LOCATION & PARKING: MATCH is located in Midtown Houston. Click here for directions and parking options, including garages and metered street parking.

🍽️ RESTAURANTS & BARS: Make it a night out! Click here for a curated list of nearby restaurants and bars within walking distance of MATCH.

♿ ACCESSIBILITY: MATCH is a fully accessible facility. For accessible seating or special assistance, please contact the box office in advance so we can help accommodate your needs. Click here to email the box office.