Latin America

Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo

Latin America / Colombia /Cali

Located in Cali, Colombia, the artistic company “Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo” has been in business for 12 years. They are dedicated to teaching, presenting, and producing dance shows, boasting a distinguished cast of artists, instructors, and professional dancers in all styles.

The company’s services offer a wide variety of high-quality options, ranging from personalized dance classes to shows featuring over 80 artists on stage.

Shows and Performances

Among the most captivating “Salsa and Latin” shows are:

Salsa Viva and Latin Dance: This show includes dances such as Salsa, Mambo, Cha Cha Cha, Boogaloo, Bolero, Pachanga, Bachata, and Merengue.

“The Majesty of Salsa vs. The Majesty of Tango”:

Here, you can witness the fusion of the joy, energy, and acrobatics of Salsa with the passion and elegance of Tango.

Colombia Dances: Here, traditional and joyful Colombian folk dances come together with a fusion of Salsa and Latin dances. You can appreciate the beautiful and colorful typical costumes that bring to life the diverse cultures and dances of Colombia’s regions, taking you on a journey through dances such as cumbia, bambuco, sanjuanero, mapalé, currulao, and others.

Children’s Salsa: This show features children in the learning process who have grown into professional dancers, showcasing their trajectory and international recognition.

It’s worth mentioning that the venue doesn’t just offer Salsa and Latin dances; it also features Tango, Milonga, and Arabic dance shows, Samba, Capoeira, Spanish dances (Pasodoble, Sevillanas, Flamenco Rumba, and a banderilla show), Colombian dances (Cumbia, Bambuco, Sanjuanero, Mapalé, Currulao, among others), and urban shows (Hip Hop, showcasing different styles such as breakdancing, sexy style, popping, locking, dancehall, kromp, and others).

The Dance School offers the opportunity to learn one or more rhythms. You can even combine Salsa and Latin dance classes, Zumba Fitness, Tango, or any other rhythm you desire, whether with a group of friends, family, children of all ages, and there’s even a special program for babies where parents and their little ones share the dance experience and learn the baby’s first steps.

Zumba Fitness and Zumba Toning: This is a fun way to practice Latin rhythms, exercise to stay in shape, learn, and have fun. The team is trained and certified to lead both Zumba classes.

Crazy Hour
Children’s Entertainment
Quinceañera and Wedding Preparations
Flash Mob

The Salsa Viva & Tango Vivo Artistic Company is part of the main cast of the Ensálsate Show. They are World Tango Champions, International Champions in choreographic groups, World Salsa Runners-Up, and finalists on the Caracol Television reality show LA PISTA. They have delighted thousands of spectators in Colombia and around the world with performances on seven international cruise ships and tours in countries such as Panama, Cuba, Venezuela, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, Uruguay, Trinidad and Tobago, Curaçao, Aruba, Korea, Japan, Turkey, Dubai, Cyprus, France, Italy, and Spain.

Crazy Hour
Children’s Entertainment
Quinceañera and Wedding Preparations

Flash Mob Dance schools in Colombia have two specially equipped locations in San Fernando and Ciudad Jardín, with programs for children, youth, adults, foreigners, business groups, family groups, home classes and summer courses.

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Productions, Works, and Shows

“Dance Christmas” Show (2016)
“America Dances…Dancing Without Borders” Show (2016)
2nd Comfenalco Valle de la Gente Salsa Encounter (2016)
“Colombia Dances” Show (2016)
Comfenalco Valle de la Gente International Tango Festival (2014 and 2015)
1st Comfenalco Valle de la Gente Salsa Encounter (2015)
“Dances of the World” Show (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015)
“Salsa Viva & Latin Dance” Show (2014)
“Tango Vivo – Tango Forever” Show (2013, 2014, and 2015) 2015)
Show “Her Majesty Salsa vs. Her Majesty Tango” (2014)
Show “Oriental Magic” (2015)
Show “Merry Christmas” (2014 and 2015).
Show “Merry Christmas” (2014 and 2015).

Awards and Recognitions

World Salsa Championship Runners-Up, Ensemble Category – Santiago de Cali (2016)
World Salsa Championship Champions, Cabaret Couples Category – Santiago de Cali (2016)
Fourth Place – World Salsa Championship, Ensemble Category – Santiago de Cali (2016)
Champions, Cabaret Salsa Team – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
Runners-Up, Salsa Team (No Acrobatic) – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
Runners-Up, Tango Show Dance – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
Champions, Amateur Salsa Couples – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
Champions, Cabaret Salsa Couples – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
Champions, Stage Tango – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
Third Place, Stage Tango – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
Professional Solo Champions – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
Professional Same Gender Couple Runners-Up – 7th Ecuador Salsa Congress (2016)
International Salsa Champions and Runners-Up at the II Pan American Dance Championship
Sports: III Open “Al Ritmo del Cielo” – Santiago de Cali (2016)
World Salsa Runners-Up – Santiago de Cali (2014)
World Salsa Runners-Up – Quito (2013)
World Tango Champions – World Tango Championship (2012)
International Choreographic Group Champions (2011)
Fourth Place in the World Tango Championship at the Trex Games Busan, Korea (2008)
Don Juan del Corral Order of Merit – Gold Category – Mayor’s Office of Medellín (2006). For all these details, we recommend visiting, Participate, learn, and enjoy the services offered by this successful company.

If you would like more information, you can contact them at:

Web: http://www.tangovivoysalsaviva.com/quienes-somos.php
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salsavivatangovivo
Twitter: https://twitter.com/salsavtangov
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Argentina Tango Salon Festival

Latin America / Argentina / Rio de Plata

Tango is a passionate and dramatic dance, characteristic of the Rio de la Plata region and its surrounding areas—primarily the cities of Buenos Aires (Argentina) and Montevideo (Uruguay).

From [Month] 12th to 16th, the Argentina Tango Salon Festival returns for its fourth edition. As one of the most popular festivals in the circuit, it draws over 500 attendees, not only from Buenos Aires and throughout Argentina but also from Europe, Russia, and Asia.

Tango Mas Tango is the company of the moment, renowned for its subtlety and the perfect blend of Tango de Pista (Social Tango) and Stage Tango. The company features six world-class couples, including three World Tango Champions.

The Argentina Tango Salon Festival (ATSF) was envisioned, produced, and directed by Roberto Zuccarino and Magdalena Valdez. It was born out of a desire to provide the Argentine public with a tango festival featuring international stars. These legendary figures and masters come together at ATSF to share their knowledge, legacy, and experience.

Argentina Tango Salon Festival 2017 - Show — Argentina Tango Salon Festival 2017 – Show

This fourth edition of the festival features:

5 days of classes.
19 masters and 29 workshops.
5 nights of milongas with live traditional orchestras.
The premiere of the new show by the Tango Más Tango Company, also directed by Roberto Zuccarino and Magdalena Valdez.

Featured Artists for the 4th Edition:

Sebastian Achaval & Roxana Suarez
Daniel Nacucchio & Cristina Sosa
Jonathan Saavedra & Clarisa Aragon
Romina Levin & Leandro Gomez
Nuria Lazo & Fede Ibañez
Sebastian Arce & Mariana Montes
Virginia Pandolfi & Jonatan Aguero
Christian Marquez & Virginia Gomez
Johana Copes
Roberto Zuccarino & Magdalena Valdez

“We look forward to seeing you for five days of the festival—European style, but right here in the City of Tango, Buenos Aires,” says Magdalena Valdez.

For more information regarding class rates and locations, please visit: www.argentinatangosalon.com.ar

Panama Jazz Festival 2017

Latin America / Panama / Panama

Although our magazine primarily focuses on Latin rhythms like Salsa, Kizomba, and Bachata, our editorial mission also includes promoting both emerging and established artists, as well as the academies and festivals within our scene. We believe these are synonymous with the Latin musical culture that enlivens our very souls.

Jazz is one of the most famous genres in the world, and as it has spread globally, it has evolved into various styles. In the Americas, it gave birth to Latin Jazz, which thrives on the fusion of rhythms and forms originating from Latin music. One of the world’s most renowned celebrations of this genre is the “Panama Jazz Festival,” an acclaimed cultural project where creativity, exchange, talent, and inspiration have made the event an international benchmark.

For its 14th edition (Note: The original text says 4ta/4th, but the 2017 festival was the 14th), the Panama Jazz Festival pays tribute to Violeta Green, whose voice brought a unique tone to Panamanian Jazz. Her career, drive, and spirit of perseverance transcend time and remain part of the musical legacy the festival seeks to share from “the heart of America to the rest of the world.”

Romero Lubambo - Panama Jazz Festival 2017 — Romero Lubambo – Panama Jazz Festival 2017

Esperanza Spolding - Panama Jazz Festival 2017 — Esperanza Spolding – Panama Jazz Festival 2017

Bill Dobbins - Panama Jazz Festival 2017 — Bill Dobbins – Panama Jazz Festival 2017

Many remember Violeta Green for her humility, gentle nature, and versatility across musical languages, including Jazz, Blues, and Calypso—the latter being a quintessential Caribbean style known for its upbeat, catchy rhythm.

With her passion for song and rhythm, Violeta Green was admired for qualities that led her to perform internationally in the United States, Colombia, and Central America. However, in Panama, she is best known for leaving an indelible mark on the music scene by blending Jazz with Calypso to create a truly special sound. This year, the festival is proud to honor her contributions.

This magnificent festival will take place from January 10th to the 14th, turning Panama’s capital into a global jazz stage. This is made possible through the support of the government, private sector, NGOs, and the invaluable passion and loyalty of both local and international audiences.

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The festival will feature an illustrious lineup of artists. Confirmed international performers include:

Dianne Reeves, Esperanza Spalding, and Romero Lubambo.
Bill Dobbins, Terri Lyne Carrington, and John Patitucci.
The Electric Guitar Quartet (featuring Adam Rogers and Steve Cardenas).
Children of the Light (Danilo Pérez, John Patitucci, and Brian Blade).
The Rony Eytan Quartet (presented by the Embassy of Israel).

Representing Panama, the festival will showcase the talent of Joshue Ashby & C3 Project, Graciela Nuñez and the Black Tea Project, Karla Lamboglia, Omar Díaz, Carlos Agrazal, Luis Carlos Pérez, and Los Beachers.

Additionally, the festival will feature “Retro Jazz,” a group from the Dominican Republic. Their repertoire reimagines popular Dominican songs through the lens of Jazz, Bossa Nova, Latin Jazz, and Funk—combining the elegance of Dominican classics with the harmonic depth and improvisational energy of Jazz.

The festival is the most important annual event organized by the Danilo Pérez Foundation, which uses music as a tool for positive social transformation. As Danilo Pérez says: “I invite you to celebrate with music to create a rhythm that inspires peace, love, and brotherhood.”

Panama Jazz Festival 2017 - Schedule — Panama Jazz Festival 2017 – Schedule

Contact Information:

Web: http://panamajazzfestival.com/
Phone: +507 317-1466
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ Panama JazzFesti/?fref=ts
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ panamajazzfestival/
Twitter: https://vimeo.com/ panamajazzfestival
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/panamajazzfestival
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Nano Cabrera Presents “Échate Pa’ Cá

North America / Puerto Rico

Renowned Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Nano Cabrera presents his theme for this holiday season titled “Échate Pa ‘Acá”. This song has mergers with urban music. It was written by Marinés Colón and can be downloaded for free via the Nano channel on the Sound Cloud digital platform.

“I present this song with a lot of humility and I hope you enjoy it, we did it with the purpose of downloading it and enjoy it at your parties.” Christmas is the best time of the year! It’s when forget the problems because the Christmas represents parrandas, joy and sharing in family, “said Nano.

The contagious joy to which we are accustomed, is demonstrated in the musical arrangement of the song “Échate Pa ‘Acá” that was created by the own Nano and counted on the co-production of Durand tla Elite.

Nano Cabrera - Echate Pa aca — Nano Cabrera – Echate Pa aca

Cabrera, responsible for successes such as: “Que le den, que le den” and “Este Pueblo tiene sabor”, is a graduate of the Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico and dominates the execution of guitar, bass, piano, cuatro and percussion. In addition, it has participated in 65 record productions.

“The Christmas theme can be downloaded for free through the Sound Cloud digital platform”

Nano Cabrera

Date of Birth: March 1, 1952

Place of Birth: Puerto Rico

Nano Cabrera Biography

Nano Cabrera was born in the context of a musical family. In his childhood years he began to manifest his talent with the guitar and already in his adolescence he founded his first Latin rock group, “Dios, Madre y Patria”. In that stage of rocker that occurred in the years when the movement of the new wave reigned, Nano composed, arranged and played bass. Already in the late 60’s the young musician coincided with the arrival of the duo Nelly and Tony, with whom he worked for several years as arranger, bassist, composer and vocalist.

Graduated from the Conservatory of Music in the 70’s Nano was a founding member of the new group, Haciendo Punto en Otro Son. With this group, distinguished as one of the pillars of the new Puerto Rican trova, Nano remained for two years, thus polishing his knowledge as arranger and composer. In addition to playing the bass, Nano added to the group a singular falsetto that became the characteristic sound of Haciendo Punto.

Nano Cabrera - Nuevo Viejo — Nano Cabrera – Nuevo Viejo

After his work with the group, Cabrera began a career as a soloist popularizing the theme “Que le den, que le den” with which he won an exclusive contract with

Wapa Televisión (today Televicentro). At this stage comes his famous “Este pueblo tiene sabor” that brought so much popularity by becoming the jingle of a well-known soft drink.

In his career, Nano has recorded more than a dozen albums as a soloist, in which he has popularized songs such as “María Isabel” and “Ramito de azucenas”.

Part of his artistic career includes performances in the Dominican Republic, Colombia, the United States and Spain.

Since always his shows have been characterized by creating a fresh, original and full of positive energy. Today, along with twelve other musicians and some dancers, Nano Cabrera has managed to create a fusion of sounds and visual elements that allow spectators to make an imaginary journey through different musical genres.

Main Discography

A ella le gusta – 2000
Amiga de la luna – 1995
Con buena nota – 1997 (junto a Ismael Miranda)
Tropimusical – 1990
Caribe soy – 1986

Nano Cabrera - Exitos y algo mas — Nano Cabrera – Exitos y algo mas

“Sonido Bestial Sinfónico” solidifies classical sound in salsa

The February 27, 2026, performance of Sonido Bestial Sinfónico, which reunited “The Kings of Salsa,” Richie Ray and Bobby Cruz, at Puerto Rico’s Coca-Cola Music Hall, served as a farewell for Bobby Cruz. With a sold-out crowd thanks to Alexandra Fuentes’ production and a promotional alliance with the radio station Salsoul the legendary salsa vocalist said goodbye to the stage, insisting that while death had come looking for him, it had taken Willie Colón instead.

During Sonido Bestial Sinfónico, the audience also celebrated the 81st birthday of virtuoso pianist Richie Ray (born February 15) and the 88th birthday of singer Bobby Cruz, who celebrated his birthday the day before the event. Midway through the performance, the duo took a moment to blow out the candles on a cake brought onto the CCMH stage.

The concert was conducted by maestro Cucco Peña, featuring the voice of Yanira Torres and the Philharmonic Orchestra of Puerto Rico. From the local salsa scene, standout musicians included timbalero maestro Edwin Clemente, Emanuel Navarro on congas, and Richie Carrasco on bongo and cowbell, alongside the essential bass swing provided by Edwin Morales, director of the Orquesta Mulenze. Richie Ray’s wife, Angie Maldonado, and Jerry Medina were featured on backing vocals.

This symphonic concert, which celebrates more than six decades of “The Kings of Salsa” in music, had been postponed from its original date of October 25, 2025.

The repertoire included major hits popularized by the duo that have become classics of tropical music. Following a symphonic medley opening, the setlist included “Sonido Bestial,” “Agúzate,” “Richie’s Jala Jala,” “La Lluvia,” “Míster Trumpetman,” “El Diferente,” “Mi Amigo Juan,” “Yo Sé Que Te Amo,” “La Zafra,” “Juan en la Ciudad,” “A Mi Manera,” and a reprise of “Sonido Bestial,” among others.

The performance on Friday, February 27, 2026 of the Symphonic Bestial Sound concert that reunited "The Kings of Salsa", Richie Ray and Bobby Cruz — The performance on Friday, February 27, 2026 of the Symphonic Bestial Sound concert that reunited “The Kings of Salsa”, Richie Ray and Bobby Cruz

The show’s pinnacle featured Cucco Peña singing “Idilio” alongside Norberto Vélez in a heartfelt tribute to the late Willie Colón. The conductor acknowledged that figures like Willie Colón have made it possible for Puerto Rico to hold an important place on the global stage, affirming that “music is the face of Puerto Rico to the world.”

Richie Ray interjected a segment in which he shared his testimony of conversion to Christianity, extending an invitation to anyone who wished to join the ministry he now leads as a pastor. During this segment, the song “Hombres de Valor” was performed.

Another significant moment occurred when Bobby Cruz sang “La Novia,” clarifying that he is “free, but not available.” In addition to the hits achieved during the duo’s monumental and historic musical career, Richie Ray led several classical music pieces adapted for salsa.

The Coca-Cola Music Hall in Puerto Rico served as Bobby Cruz's farewell concert. It was a sold-out show. — The Coca-Cola Music Hall in Puerto Rico served as Bobby Cruz’s farewell concert. It was a sold-out show.

The patriotic finale featured the performance of “Mi Bandera,” which served as a farewell from both Richie and Bobby to the island, as both artists reside within the Puerto Rican diaspora in the continental United States. Events of this magnitude are what give deep meaning to maestro Cucco Peña’s statement: “Music is the face of Puerto Rico to the world” within the universal musical scene.

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