Adlan Cruz Cabrera was born in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. At three years old he was gifted a small red toy piano from his parents Zoraida Cabrera and Leonardo Cruz, a gift that would ultimately change his life. With this instrument he was able to express an amazing range of emotions such as nostalgia, loneliness, joy and passion.

Mr. Cruz began taking piano lessons at the age of five, by the age of nine he was playing in recitals and stage-performances and by the age of twelve he was playing professionally. Mr. Cruz graduated from “Escuela Libre de Musica” in 1986, his musical talent was recognized by former governor of Puerto Rico, Luis A Ferre, and funded his continuing education at “The Hartt School of the University of Hartford in Connecticut. 

His desire to succeed in the arts led him to Europe where he continued to conquer different musical genres such as classical, popular and religious music. Mr. Cruz was and is admired more his excellence in musical performances as well as his personality and integrity.

Mr. Cruz released his first album in 1989, today he is one of the most celebrated pianists in the world. He is a concert pianist, a philanthropist, and  he produces and promotes his concerts and above all, he is a worshiper of the living loving God who bestowed such precious talents to his care.

His music has broken every barrier of space, culture and time. He’s had the privilege to perform before Singapore’s former president S.R. Nathan, who honored him for having offered a concert to benefit the tsunami’s orphans. UNESCO, (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) invited him to Paris where he offered a concert to benefit orphans in the Republic of the Congo. He also had the privilege to perform some of his masterpieces in the prestigious Christ (Chrystal) Cathedral in Orange Grove, California and for the hearts of the many Puerto Ricans who love and respect this talented musician, this moment was a historic celebration of the successful path he has traveled throughout the Nations.

His philanthropic work is deeply rooted in the lives of Brazilian children through his foundation which allows them to receive academic and musical instruction. Mr. Cruz loves children and loves to share his experiences with them as he has done with the children at “Escuela Llorens Torres”, a local school in Puerto Rico where with his testimony, life stories and excellence in music performance he planted the seed of God’s love for all people. The “Magic Hands” of the celebrated pianist, arranger, and composer have conquered the Nations of the World in a very short time, he has been recognized by many nations as they have enjoyed his amazing musical talent, his human integrity and Godly character. 

Mr. Cruz has collaborated with the Tree of Life Foundation International, Inc. on various occasions and has performed at various fundraising events. The foundation has been honored to support and collaborate with such a talented artist. 

Video clip of Adlan playing at the Global Heart Awards. 

Link to Jessica June Luncheon, Adlan performed at luncheon.