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Find out the details of the Guanajuato Salsa Congress 2022.

There is a great variety of folklore and tastes among the inhabitants of each country throughout the world and this time we have Mexico, which is the fifth largest country in America, with a great variety of cities and partially different customs and in Guanajuato It is a state of the Mexican Republic little studied in terms of traditional musical and dance manifestations, surely because there is one of the most important industrial corridors in the country.

Guanajuato Salsa Congress Logo
Guanajuato Salsa Congress 2022 Logo

For the year 2022 in the state of Guanajuato it will be held, this being its 2nd. Edition of the Latin dance and music congress, based in the city of Guanajuato, Mexico. For all people interested in learning, competing and / or showing their talent regardless of their style and / or age.

There will also be competitions of:

  • Ladies shines Salsa open category
  • Ladies shines Bachata open category
  • Sauce same gender Open category
  • Amateur Bachata couple – student
  • Amateur Salsa couple – student

The Guanajuato Salsa Congress 2022 will be held at the Hotel Real de Minas, Guanajuato, Gto. Mexico, where its musical environment will emerge thanks to the Official Dj Salsero, Dj Mr Swing, Dj Wagner, Dj Boss and Dj Cordero, where you can dance to the best musical themes that exist in these times and with them do the various planned activities.

The Socials will be held on Friday 28, Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 of January 2022, where people will be able to unfold and get to know each other and practice their dance steps and with the shows that will take place, they will make it a great show since they will be In charge of great dancers recognized internationally and nationally, where Salsa, Cha cha cha, Bachata, Afro-Cuban and Kizomba workshops will be held.

We are pleased to inform you that among the artists already confirmed are the following:

  • In the sensual bachata genre we will have Juan Pedro Navarro and Diana Alducin (Mexico), @JuanPeyDianaOficial who come to share with all their spectators and participants their dance steps in the workshops and shows.
  • In the Afro-Cuban genre we have Adrián Arellano (Mexico), follow him through his Facebook page and Instagram @ Salzumba-Adrian-Arellano.
  • La Pachanga we have the pleasure of being instructed by the professional dancer Shani Talmor (New York), if you want to know more about her follow her through @ShaniTalmor.
  • The dancer (China-Mexico) Rubén Lee will be teaching us Mambo on2, know his skills through his website @ RubenLeeDance.
  • In Salsa / Mambo Fusión we have the dance couple Selene Tovar and Enrique Jarquín (Mexico) @ EnriqueJarquinOficia, where you will learn a lot with them this wonderful Salsa / Mambo fusion.
  • In Bachata Dominicana we have the director of @bachateros_con_ashe Oskar Hdz (Mexico)
  • And the Kizomba classes with the dancer Kali Kali (Mexico), you can contact her through @kalikalidjwah.
Guanajuato Salsa Congress 2022
Guanajuato Salsa Congress flyer

The cost of the tickets of the first presale will last until August 31, however through the following pages you will be able to know the new costs:

  • Fullpass $ 900
  • Danserpass $ 800
  • Fullpass + 3 hotel nights $ 1800 based on a quadruple room.

Payments and / or deposits:

  • BBVA Bancomer account: Juan Sergio Cordero Barrera 156 113 3923 Clabe Account 012 180 0156 1133 9238

If you want to have more information or about the cost and payment of the Guanajuato Salsa Congress 2022 tickets, you can consult it through the following means:

  • Facebook e Instagram: @GuanajuatoSalsaCongress
  • Telefono: +52 4771798966

 

Blue Note Club in New York continues to carry the torch of jazz in the 21st century

After 30 years of success, Blue Note continues to carry the torch of jazz in the 21st century in the cultural heart of the Big Apple.

Since its creation in 1981, Blue Note has become one of the larger jazz clubs in the world and a cultural institution from Greenwich Village.

Artists who had ceased to play in jazz clubs decades earlier, such as Sarah Vaughn, Lionel Hampton, Dizzy Gillespie, Stanley Turrentine, Oscar Peterson, Ray Brown, and Tito Puente soon named Blue Note their home.

In addition to the main events involving artists of the stature of Chick Corea, McCoy Tyner, Joe Lovano, John Scofield, Robert Glasper, and Chris Botti, Blue Note offers a Monday night performance and the bi-weekly performance Late Night Groove to introduce the most promising New York jazz, soul, hip-hop, R&B, and funk artists.

Over the years, Blue Note has been an economic engine for Greenwich Village, attracting jazz fans from all over the world.

Blue Note Jazz Club on 3rd street. New York
Blue Note Jazz Club on 3rd street. New York

The club receives rave reviews on a weekly basis in New York newspapers such as The New York Times and in international travel guides and magazines.

What is so special about the Blue Note is that anything can happen on any given night. It is not strange to see the likes of Stevie Wonder, Tony Bennett, Liza Minelli, and Quincy Jones going on stage from the audience to sit down.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can you find the Blue Note?

A: The Blue Note is located at 131 West 3rd Street, between MacDougal Street and 6th Avenue, right in the heart of Greenwich Village in Manhattan.

Q: What time should I get there? What is your seating policy?

A: The 20:00 doors of the shows will open at 18:00 hours and the 22:30 doors of the shows will be at 22:00 hours. The timetables of the doors are subject to change without notice.

Q: Is there parking close by? Is it possible to park in the immediate vicinity?

A: Unfortunately, we do not provide or validate parking. However, you can pack your car in from of the Blue Note in the Minetta Garage. You can also go to www.primospot.com to search for parking places in the area.

Q: What are my payment options?

A: American Express, VISA, MasterCard, JCB, Diners Club International.

Q: What if I cannot do my reserve?

A: There are no refunds or exchanges. Please be sure your tickets are purchased for the correct date and time before making the purchase.

Q: Is there a dress code?

A: There is no dress code; however, it is advisable to dress smart casual.

Q: Are there any age restrictions in your club?

A: The tables are for all ages. Bar seats are for persons over 21 years of age. If you purchase tickets for the bar and cannot show your identity card, your tickets will not be accepted.

Q: When is the gift shop open?

A: The gift shop is currently closed.

Q: Is the club handicap accessible?

A: The first floor, where the stage is, is handicap accessible. Unfortunately, the bathrooms are on the second floor and are only accessible by stairs.

Q: Is the Blue Note rented for private events?

A: The Blue Note would love to host your next event. Send an email to [email protected] for more information.

Q: Can I take pictures at the show?

A: The club’s policy allows photos without flash. Some artists may not allow photos in their concerts. The photo policy is announced each night before the concert. No kind of audio or video recording is allowed.

“What makes Blue Note so special is that anything can happen on any given night.”

Since its inception in 1981, Blue Note has become one of the world's leading jazz clubs and a cultural institution in Greenwich Village
Blue Note Club in New York continues to carry the torch of jazz in the 21st century

Website: Blue Note Jazz Club

131 W. 3rd St

New York, NY 10012

212-475-8592  

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Vicente “Little Johnny” Rivero Conguero, Percussionist, Producer, Composer and Band Leader

“Tell me your name in leather, Little Johnny, Little Johnny” Hard Strike.

Conguero, percussionist, producer, composer, and conductor, Little Johnny Rivero has performed throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and the South Pacific.

Born in New York City to Puerto Rican parents, Rivero was attracted to Latin jazz and the sounds and rhythms of the New York area rumberos as a child.

At age 10, Johnny began practicing percussion and joined his school band.

Conguero, percussionist, producer, composer and bandleader, Little Johnny Rivero has performed throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and the South Pacific.
“Tell me your name in leather, Little Johnny, Little Johnny.”

Shortly thereafter, he took dance lessons, which eventually led him to stage performances with the bands of the time at such famous venues as the Manhattan Center, Colgate Garden, Copacabana, and the Palladium.

At age 14, Rivero joined Orquesta Colón, the youngest Latin band in New York City, and recorded two albums with them.

Shortly thereafter, he took dance classes, which eventually led him to perform on stage with the bands of the time in such famous venues as the Manhattan Center, Colgate Garden, Copacabana, and the Palladium.

In 1973, Rivero moved to Puerto Rico with his parents and joined Sonora Ponceña in 1974.

After playing bongos with them for a year and a half, he switched to congas, which rekindled the love he had for the instrument as a child.

Rivero attributes the rhythms and professional direction he learned from Quique Lucca and his son, Papo Lucca, as qualities that have made him what he is today.

During the 16 years that Rivero played with La Sonora Ponceña, he traveled all over the world and made 18 highly respected albums with them.

Rivero has recorded with producers such as Eddie Palmieri, Brian Lynch, and Dr. Lonnie Smith.

In May 1997, Rivero shared the stage with his inspiration and idol, José Mangual. Rivero’s credits also include work with Charlie Palmieri, Dave Valentín, Rubén Blades, Cheo Feliciano, Andy Montanez, Ismael Miranda, Celia Cruz, Giovanni Hidalgo, Ray Barretto, Patato Valdez, Changito, Tata Guines, John Santos, Sergio George, Bebo Valdes, Paquito D’Rivera, Tito Puente, and many other artists.

Rivero’s first solo effort, “Pasos Gigantes,” was well-received by critics and music fans.

He wrote and produced all the songs on that CD, showing off his skills as an arranger and musician.

He is currently working on his next CD, “Music in Me”, his first Latin Jazz album, which will include musicians, Brian Lynch on trumpet, Zaccai Curtis on piano and keyboards, Luques Curtis on bass, Louis Founche on saxophone, Andrei Matorin on violin, Ludwig Alfonso on drums, and Anthony Carrillo on bongo and bata drums.

Currently, Rivero is traveling internationally with Grammy Award winner Eddie Palmieri.

He also continues to record in-studio sessions and perform with many of the most respected acts in Latin music, including his own band.

Percussionist Johnny Rivero presents the album "Golpe Duro", with his band El Cartel de Nueva York.
Percussionist Johnny Rivero presents the album “Golpe Duro”, with his band El Cartel de Nueva York.

Legendary conguero, percussionist, producer, composer and bandleader Little Johnny Rivero is proud to present his latest album, Golpe Duro, with Anthony Almonte.

From New York and after moving to Puerto Rico, he spent sixteen years with the Sonora Ponceña band and recorded eighteen highly respected albums.

He has played with many of the biggest and most respected names in Latin music, including nine-time Grammy Award winner Eddie Palmieri.

During that same time, Little Johnny formed his salsa band and his Latin jazz band and continued to teach percussion at Kennedy High School in the Bronx, NY. It was there that Anthony Almonte, a high school student at the time, would become one of his music students.

Little Johnny has always had a passion for writing music and over the course of four years since his last album, he was inspired to write once again. He set out to create a danceable album that would highlight the roots of Son Montuno, Guaracha Mambo, and Latin jazz.

The only thing missing was a singer. In a rehearsal, his friend and colleague Jeffery Lopez mentioned that there was a talented “new guy” on the block. He came down, and here he was, Anthony Almonte from Kennedy HS. As they say “the rest is history” and the result of their collaboration is Little Johnny’s latest album, Golpe Duro.

Website: Little Johnny Rivero

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Larry Harlow ¨El Judío Maravilloso¨ Salsa Legend

He is a traditional and important figure in Latin music.

Pianist, Multi-Instrumentalist, Arranger, Composer, Producer and Musical Director Lawrence Ira Khan “Larry Harlow el Judío Maravilloso” was born on March 20, 1939, in Brooklyn, New York, USA.

He traveled to Cuba in the ’50s, at which time he established his residence and began to study Afro-Cuban music. After gaining experience, he returned to New York to develop his own style and created his group “The Harlow Orchestra”.

Later, he participated in “The Fania All Stars”. During his years with Fania, Harlow recorded 35 albums as the leader of his own orchestra and another 20 as a member of Fania.

Harlow ha participado activamente en giras internacionales y en las principales ciudades de Estados Unidos. Actualmente, además de tocar con su banda, Harlow graba y dirige videos para artistas líderes en Estados Unidos y Europa.
Larry Harlow, creator and innovator of salsa.

He also produced more than 200 recordings for other artists, created and composed the first salsa opera, “Hommy”, which he orchestrated, directed and performed in New York and Puerto Rico.

Harlow stays active on international tours as well as in the main cities of the United States. In the present day, in addition to playing with his band, Harlow records and directs videos for standout artists from the United States and Europe.

Larry Harlow, a salsa composer.

The Latin music iconic pianist’s career in 10 recordings that marked an era and the history.

Heavy Smokin’ (1966)

Impresionado con la forma de tocar de la orquesta, Masucci se acercó a su líder, un joven pianista de origen judío llamado Larry Harlow, y le ofreció un contrato discográfico. Harlow sería el primer artista firmado con el nuevo sello Fania Records. Grabado con el cantante cubano Felo Brito, este primer LP incluye "La juventud", además de "Chez José", un homenaje al conjunto donde todo comenzó.
Heavy Smokin (1966)

In 1964, future salsa impresario Jerry Masucci went to the Chez José club to go dancing with his girlfriend in Manhattan. Impressed with the orchestra playing, Masucci approached its leader, a young pianist of Jewish origin named Larry Harlow, and offered him a record contract. Harlow would be the first artist signed by the newly-opened label of Fania Records. Recorded with Cuban singer Felo Brito, this first LP includes “La juventud”, as well as “Chez José”, which was a tribute to the club where it all started.

Presenta a Ismael Miranda (1969)

Aunque sus personalidades son completamente distintas, Harlow y Miranda graban una serie de LP explosivos con ritmos afrocubanos. Esta es su segunda colaboración y presenta algunas canciones de boogaloo, que estaba de moda en el momento. El bajista es Bobby Valentin, quien aporta tres temas, entre ellos el swing letal de "La Contraria".
Presenta a Ismael Miranda (1969)

In the late 1960s, Harlow found the singer who would bring his group to the aristocracy of salsa: a young Puerto Rican boy named Ismael Miranda. Although their personalities are completely different, Harlow and Miranda record a series of explosive LPs with Afro-Cuban rhythms. This is their second collaboration and features some boogaloo songs, which was the fashion of the moment. The bassist is Bobby Valentin, who contributes three songs, including the lethal swing of “La Contraria”.

Abran Paso! (1971)

Su sonido de trombón y trompeta alcanza un paroxismo de sabor en Abran paso !, anclado en tan maravillosas composiciones de Ismael Miranda como "Abandonada fue", "Donde llevas el son" y "Dolor y amor". El cantante aporta su sensibilidad puertorriqueña, mientras que las orquestaciones de Harlow se nutren de la tradición del son cubano. Una combinación de electrizante éxito artístico y comercial.
Abran paso! (1971)

While collaborating with the legendary Fania All Stars as a keyboard player, Harlow feverishly records, taking advantage of the explosion of salsa as a cultural phenomenon. His trombone and trumpet sound reaches a paroxysm of flavor on Abran paso!, anchored in such wonderful compositions made by Ismael Miranda as “Abandonada fue”, “Donde llevas el son” and “Dolor y amor”. The singer brings his Puerto Rican sensibility, while the orchestrations of Harlow are nurtured in the tradition of Cuban son. An combination of electrifying artistic and commercial success.

Homenaje a Arsenio Rodríguez (1971)

Junto a Miranda, compuso la canción "Arsenio", una salsa fuerte con sabor cubano y un clima de melancolía desgarradora. El resto del LP, que fue grabado en una sesión de ocho horas, está dedicado al repertorio de Rodríguez, con versiones extraordinarias de "Tumba y bongo", "No me llores" y "El terror", entre otros. Indispensable.
Tribute to  Arsenio Rodríguez (1971)

When Arsenio Rodriguez (musical genius, blind, and pioneer of Cuban son passed away in Los Angeles in December 1970) Harlow quickly decided to record an LP dedicated to his work. Along with Miranda, he wrote the song “Arsenio”, a strong salsa with Cuban flavour and a climate of heartbreaking melancholy. The rest of the LP, which was recorded in an eight-hour session, is dedicated to Rodríguez’s repertoire, with extraordinary versions of “Tumba y bongo”, “No me llores” and “El terror”, among others. Indispensable.

Hommy A Latin Opera (1973)

Inspirado en la ópera rock Tommy del grupo inglés The Who, grabó Hommy, con la participación de Cheo Feliciano y Pete "El Conde" Rodríguez, entre otros. Harlow le pidió a Celia Cruz, que estaba desatendida por la industria de la música en ese momento, que cantara "Gracia Divina", que resucitó su carrera.
Hommy A Latin Opera (1973)

In the early 70s, Ismael Miranda decided to leave the orchestra of Harlow and pursue a solo career, which would cause animosity between them for a long time. Harlow began developing ambitious projects. Inspired by the rock opera Tommy by the English group The Who, he recorded Hommy, with the participation of Cheo Feliciano and Pete “El Conde” Rodríguez, among others. Harlow asked Celia Cruz, who was neglected by the music industry at that time, to sing “Gracia Divina”, which resurrected her career.

Salsa (1974)

Bajo el sencillo título Salsa, rinde homenaje a las raíces cubanas de la música tropical, combinando el sonido del trombón y la trompeta con dos violines que evocan la estética charanga de grupos como la Orquesta Aragón. Con "La cartera", una versión de una canción de Arsenio Rodríguez, Harlow logró su mayor éxito. Gracias a los cantantes Adalberto Santiago y Junior González surgió el sobrenombre de "El Judío Maravilloso"
Salsa (1974)

Harlow recorded one of his most significant albums in just two days. Under the simple title Salsa, it paid tribute to the Cuban roots of tropical music, combining the trombone and trumpet sound with two violins that evoke the aesthetics charanga made by groups like Orquesta Aragón. With “La cartera”, a cover version of a song by Arsenio Rodriguez, Harlow achieved his biggest hit. Thanks to singers Adalberto Santiago and Junior González, the nickname “El Judío Maravilloso” came about.

El Judío Maravilloso (1975)

Este LP del año 1975 sigue explotando un sonido épico con marcada influencia cubana. El tema de apertura, "El dolorcito de mi china", de Arsenio Rodríguez, tiene una duración de 10 minutos e incluye un solo de piano lleno de virtuosismo y expresividad. El auge de la carrera del tecladista no mostró signos de desvanecimiento, como lo demuestran sus versiones de "Buenavista guaguancó" y "El negrito ñéngere", así como el instrumental psicodélico "Latin Roots", compuesto por el propio Harlow.
El judío Maravilloso (1975)

Harlow continued to record prodigious albums, now with Junior Gonzalez as lead vocalist. This LP of the year 1975 continues to exploit an epic sound with a amarked Cuban influence. The opening track, “El dolorcito de mi china”, by Arsenio Rodriguez, lasts 10 minutes and includes a piano solo full of virtuosity and expressiveness. The peak of keyboard player’s carrer showed no signs of fading, as demonstrated by his versions of “Buenavista guaguancó” and “El negrito ñéngere”, as well as the psychedelic instrumental “Latin Roots”, composed by Harlow himself.

La Raza Latina (1977)

Harlow participó de esta tendencia con un musical, A Salsa Suite, que describe la evolución del género tropical desde África hasta el Caribe, pasando por Nueva York de los años 50 y 60 y culminando con una canción dedicada al futuro. Harlow contrató a Rubén Blades para que fuera su vocalista, aunque este no es su mejor momento. Un disco fallido y breve, pero fascinante en su ambición conceptual.
La Raza Latina (1977)

At the end of the 70s, salsa is fertile ground for grandiloquent experiments of a symphonic character. Harlow participated in this trend with a musical, A Salsa Suite, which describes the evolution of the tropical genre from Africa to the Caribbean, passing through New York of the 50s and 60s and culminating in a song dedicated to the future. Harlow hired Rubén Blades to be his vocalist, although this is not his prime. A failed and brief album, but fascinating in its conceptual ambition.

Larry Harlow presents Latin Fever (1978)

A fines de la década de 1990, cuando el interés por la salsa clásica había ido en aumento, formó la banda Latin Legends con el conguero Ray Barretto y el cantante Adalberto Santiago. Este primer disco cuenta con la participación de Pete "El Conde" Rodríguez (unos años antes de su muerte) e Ismael Miranda. El sonido es cálido y orgánico, enfatizando el conocimiento musical de estos veteranos. Según Harlow, era su banda favorita para tocar en vivo.
Banda de leyendas latinas de Larry Harlow (1998)

Harlow always showed the eclectic trends of a cosmopolitan musician. In 1970, for example, he recorded a rock record in the style of Chicago band with the group Ambergris. In 1978, he produced this fascinating LP by Latin Fever, a group consisting of 14 female singers and instrumentalists. These include percussionist Susan Hadjopoulos, who would become famous with English Joe Jackson, and the singer Ada Chabrier, who also collaborated with Ray Barretto and Willie Colón. A rarity that is worth discovering.

Larry Harlow’s Latin Legends Band (1998)

Harlow continued to record high-quality LPs in the 1980s. In the late 1990s, when the interest in classic salsa had been increasing, he formed the band Latin Legends with conguero Ray Barretto and singer Adalberto Santiago. This first album includes the participation of Pete “El Conde” Rodríguez (a few years before his death) and Ismael Miranda. The sound is warm and organic, emphasizing the musical knowledge of these veterans. According to Harlow, it was his favorite band to play live.

The Jewish Salsa Pianist, Innovative and Irreverent

This day 20 / 8 /2021 and after 32 days hospitalized “El Judío Maravilloso” Larry dies in New York at 12:30 a.m. from complications as a kidney patient that weakened his already weary heart.

Words of his wife Maria Del Carmen Harlow-Kahn

“Mi Amore, you are already free to play your music in the celestial orchestra. Thank you for the honor of accompanying you and loving you till the end of your life. 

You will live forever in my heart and in the hearts of all who love your music and your huge legacy, fly high my Wonderful Jew and rest in peace.”

Sources:

Ernesto Lechner de AAPR

Artículo de interés: La voz de Markolino Dimond y su irreverente piano en Funk / Soul & Funk-Disco “The Alexander Review

Don’t Think About Not Attend The Alocubano Salsa Festival

It Starts On October 7th in Stockholm, Sweden

Dos hombres vestidos de blanco y un hombre con chaqueta y sombrero azul
Los asistentes deben guardar su entrada impresa o como recibo digital en su dispositivo móvil.

One of the most anticipated Afro-Caribbean events in Stockholm (Sweden) is the Alocubano Salsa Festival. This year, as usual, they will focus on the culture of the Cuban island and will once again do magic with the multiple Bootcamps led by Cuban instructors of trajectory that will focus on the technical development of each dancer that will make them feel comfortable and at home.

To maintain public health security, the Swedish government has drawn up a plan for the lifting of restrictions concerning the COVID-19 pandemic and a return to a more normal daily life. This derogation is based on the gradual elimination of limitations in the country with a maximum of five steps: The first step refers to the extension of restaurant openings until 10:30 PM and releases in the maximum amount of participation in activities at the open-air (Coming from June 1st, 2021). Steps two and three continue with the permission to give training and hold meetings in general without limits of square meters in open and closed spaces (It came into effect from July 1st, 2021). The fourth and fifth steps are estimated to be exposed in mid-September of this current year.

For this reason and in compliance with the measures adopted by the Swedish government, the Alocubano Salsa Festival will be held in 2021 with the main Latin genres of the moment Bachata, Cuban Salsa, Top Mambo, and urban music on four dance floors with eight Spanish-speaking DJs: DJ Javier La Rosa, DJ La’Fe, and DJ Flecha will mix the best Cuban Salsa, while DJ Soto-Mayor and DJ Raymon will make sure the attends do not leave the dance floor with the Reggeaton, moreover, DJ York and DJ DLux will do the same to the rhythm of Bachata, and similarly DJ Mauri will be mixing the best music for Top Mambo.

Venue: Royal Park Stockholm. Frösundaviks allé 15, 169 03 Solna, Sweden

Choose Your Bootcamp

Instructor de baile con camisa blanca y pantalón negro.
During the event, there will be filming and photographs that may include images of private participants

In the Bootcamps, participants will have the opportunity to be in small groups of 20 people, thus achieving a more personalized treatment during the four intensive hours of class, distributed as follows: two hours on Thursday night and the last two night hours will be finished on Friday. Additionally, you will learn a unique and exclusive choreography that you will perform with Cuban instructors on stage during the party on Saturday. (This participation is not mandatory).

Mambo Fusion: Designed for intermediate and advanced dancers. They will have a dress code that will be announced days before the event. The Cuban instructors are Rodrigo & Asya.

Bachata Traicionera: Four intensive hours of exclusive training. Instructors: Sergio and Ana. Level: Intermediate / Advanced. For the performance in the Sergio and Ana show, the participants will use a dress code that will be announced days before the event.

Cuban Salsa: It will last four hours divided into two hours of night practice on Thursday and the remaining two hours will be dictated on Friday. The choreography will be given by Cuban teachers: Seo Fernández and Bárbara Jiménez in individual Bootcamps. Level: Intermediate / Advanced. Essential dress code. The announcement will be on the eve of the event.

Date: Thursday, October 7th – Sunday, October 10th

Full Pass: 210 EUR

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Extraordinary Concert with Havana D’ Primera & Alexander Abreu

Orquesta Havana D 'Primera despidiéndose en el escenario con luces azules
Before the concert, there will be two hours of the workshop, followed by Latin parties (before and after HDP) with DJ Soto Mayor and DJ La’Fe

Havana D’ Primera is a Cuban timba band founded by Alexander Abreu in 2007 and made up of 17 of the best Cuban musicians. The orchestra is led by the main composer Abreu, who has stood out for his melodic voice and ability to fuse genres through Salsa such as Jazz, Funk, and other Afro-Cuban rhythms.

“Since its inception, the band has released five studio albums and one live album. Following the release of the debut album Haciendo Historia with EGREM in 2009, its first release for the record label Páfata Productions, Pasaporte in 2012, received favorable reviews from the international press and was voted one of the best Latin alternative albums of the year.

Likewise, they have followed the success of “Pasaporte” with four more albums, released through Páfata Productions, and the last one in co-production with Cuban Producciones Abdala. “La Vuelta al Mundo” was released in 2015. A live album, “Haciendo Historia LIVE”, arrived in 2016, and then “Cantor del Pueblo” in early 2018, earning the orchestra a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Salsa Album.

Finalmente, en 2021 se edita el disco “Será Que Se Acabó”, como homenaje a la música popular cubana de los 80 y 90 ”. Fragmentos extraídos de la biografía de La Habana D ‘Primera

Fecha : Domingo 31 de de octubre de st

Hora : 6:30 PM – 10:20 PM

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