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Vienna Bachata Congress
Sep 22 2023 – Sep 24 2023 https://www.viennabachatacongress.com/ https://www.facebook.com/viennabachatacongress Palais WertheimCanovagasse 1-5. 1010 Vienna Description The 4th edition of Vienna Bachata Congress offers workshops, shows and social dancing with national and international instructors, performers and dj’s. Cost from € 99 + € 1.99 Fee |
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Croatia
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Eden Urban Kiz Festival
1st – 4th September 2023 https://kizomba-world.com/event/eden/ https://www.facebook.com/events/633523768561261/ Hotel Pinija Petrčane V. ulica 1 a, 23231, Petrčane , Zadar, Croatia Description Catch the last summer sun in a breath taking scenery of the Adriatic. We set the scene in an exquisite 4 star hotel that will cater to all your needs. We handpicked a selection of artists that will take you on an exotic journey to paradise. Cost: Full Pass COUPLE € 195 |
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Czech Republic
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Prague Zouk Marathon Autumn Edition
Sep 14 2023 – Sep 18 2023 https://www.praguezouk.com/ https://www.facebook.com/events/915798366052643 Na Marjance Belohorska 35/262, Prague, Czech Republic, 169 00 Description The 9th edition of the first 100% Zouk social dance event in the world. Parties all day & night long. No shows and No workshops. Drinks & Dining: Food and Water all inclusive Cost: Full Pass: from € 118 Prague Salsa Marathon Autumn Edition Sep 21 2023 – Sep 25 2023 https://www.praguesalsa.com/ https://www.facebook.com/events/1621231704946397 · Na Marjánce: Belohorska 262/35., Prague, Czech Republic, 169 00 · Vineyard Gazebo: Havlickovy sady 1369, Prague, Czech Republic, 120 00 Description Prague Salsa Marathon Autumn Edition presents 3 days & 2 nights of Salsa workshops, shows and after parties. DJ Playing: Sergio, Cycy, Julian, Gaby & Karlos Cost: Full Pass: from € 149 |
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France
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Alpes Bachata Congress
Sep 01 2023 – Sep 03 2023 Impérial Palace Hotel Allee de l’Impérial, Annecy, France, 74000 Website https://www.facebook.com/events/849216285728358 Description Alpes Bachata Congress offers workshops, shows, parties & socials with national & international instructors, performers & dj’s: · DJ Playing: Alejandro & Dimensions · Artists Performers: Antonio & Yvana, Aimane & Brigitte, Antony & Patricia Cost: Full Pass: from € 120 Tokoos Kizomba Festival Sep 08 2023 – Sep 11 2023 https://www.facebook.com/events/1176148169669606 Hyatt Regency Paris – Charles De Gaulle 351 Av. du Bois de la Pie, Roissy-en-France, France, 95912 Description The second edition of Tokoos Kizomba Festival offers workshops, socials & parties, Kizomba, Semba, Tarraxinha Cost: Full Pass: € 111.39 The Wave Dance Festival Sep 14 2023 – Sep 17 2023 https://www.facebook.com/events/614476846986153 Les Villages sous les Pins 2747 Avenue de l’Océan, Leon, France, 40550 Description The second edition of Wave Dance Festival offers 50 hours of workshops, national & international shows, socials, parties with local & international instructors, performers & dj’s playing: Ralph, Ibra, Neko, Timbahe, Lafuriosa, Jeff & Smach Cost: Full Pass: from € 80 Kiz N You Non-Stop Sep 15 2023 – Sep 17 2023 https://www.facebook.com/events/3234429473484703 Espace Jean Jaurès Dance Studio 3 Avenue De La Paix, Tomblaine, France, 54510 Description The 5th edition of Kiz N You Non-Stop offers workshops, parties, parties, after- parties & socials with national & international Kizomba instructors, performers & Dj’s. · DJ Playing: Stefanio Lima, David Ruela, Colt, Snakes & Valet · Artists Performers: Gwany & Liliana, Aime & Angie Cost: Full Pass: from € 50 Paris Salsa marathon2 Sep 15 2023 – Sep 17 2023 https://www.facebook.com/parissalsamarathON2 Le Boreas 1 Port de Bercy, Paris, France, 75012 Description Offering workshops, parties, and socials. Cost: Full Pass: €145 Festival Corazon Latino Sep 22 2023 – Sep 24 2023 https://www.facebook.com/events/834977621070592 Rocher de Palmer Ballroom 1, rue Aristide Briand, Cenon, France, 33150 Description The 10th edition of Festival Corazon Latino provides 2 days of Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba workshops, parties, shows and concerts with national/international performers and Djs. Cost from € 109 KAMBA Kizomba Festival 2023 Sep 29 2023 – Oct 01 2023 https://www.facebook.com/Kamba49 Théâtre Foirail 105 Avenue du Général de Gaulle, Angers, France Description Passion SBK is delighted to welcome you to Chemillé in Anjou for its first edition of Kamba Latino. A Salsa & Bachata Festival Cost € 83 Lambazouk Paris 30 th Sep – 1st Oct https://www.facebook.com/events/247904804688395 Studio Des Rigoles School Kim Kan 46 Rue des Rigoles, Paris, France, 75020 Description The first edition of LambaZouk Paris offers 10hrs of programs on weekends + parties in Lambada and Brazilian Zouk Cost from € 90 |
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Germany
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Yo Vengo De Cuba
Sep 01 2023 – Sep 03 2023 http://www.yo-vengo-d-cuba.com/ https://www.facebook.com/events/939909900748641 Kongresshalle Gögginger Strase 10, Augsburg, Germany, 86159 Description A Cuban Style Festival with the most popular teachers in Europe, two parties with shows, animation and 3 days of workshops (Afro Cuban, Casino Rueda, Reggaeton, Salsa) and the DJ El Gato Cost: Full Pass: from € 100 Kizomba Days Cologne Weekender Sep 08 2023 – Sep 10 2023 https://www.facebook.com/events/463779918931456 Tanzschule Tanzraum Salierring 33, Cologne, Germany, 50677 Description The third edition of Kizomba Days Cologne Weekender offers more than 20 hours of workshops, 3 parties, 2 socials with national & international instructors, performers & dj’s. Kizomba, Semba, Tarraxinha Cost COUPLE Passes = 205€ Kizomba Festival Stuttgart Sep 21 2023 – Sep 24 2023 https://www.facebook.com/events/5291996470844592 Singing Hall Lindenschulstrasse 29, Stuttgart, Germany, 70327 Description The 10th edition of Kizomba Festival offers 4 days of Kizomba workshops, socials, parties & shows with national and international teachers, performers and dj’s playing: Lenhy, Iron Mams, Hazel Beats & Harry Cost: Full pass: from € 99 Festival Timba Paradies Sep 28 2023 – Oct 01 2023 https://www.facebook.com/events/336208325279496 Congresshalle Convention Centre Hafenstr.12, Saarbrucken, Germany, 66111 Description The 6th edition of Festival Timba Paradies offers 40 workshops, shows, 3 parties with national & international instructors, performers & Dj’s: Francois Timbalero, Yannick, Pastaguero Samir, Assane Kane & Herve Timbaleaks Cost from € 99 Zouk Festival Hannover Sep 29 2023 – Oct 01 2023 https://www.zoukfestivalhannover.com/ https://www.facebook.com/events/907611530362575 https://www.instagram.com/zouk_festival_hannover/ Move & Style Dance Academy Vahrenwalderstr. 195 A, Hannover, Germany, 30165 Description Zouk Festival Hannover offers 3 days of workshops (Brazilian Zouk), 3 days of parties, with extra 4h of special masterclass training with BZCC official Jack & Jill. Cost from € 120 Phone: 004917643474398 |
| Hungary | Dance Casa Festival
Sep 29 2023 – Oct 02 2023 https://sbkbudapest.hu/dancecasa-festival/ https://www.facebook.com/events/569685034120334/ https://www.instagram.com/dancecasafest/ Hungarian University of Sports Science Budapest, Alkotás u. 42-48, 1123 Mobile: 0631730933 Description Welcome to Dance Casa Festival A Ukrainian Festival that will take place in Budapest. See you all from 29th of September to 01st of October 2023 We are a well-established Ukrainian based festival and we are happy to announce our first Budapest edition. We are expecting all of you from September 29th to October 1st 2023 for an amazing experience where dancers from all over the world will join us to learn, teach, have some fun and share together our passion for dancing Afro Latin, Bachata, Kizomba, Salsa, Tarraxinha in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Cost from €150 |
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Medejazz from September 6 to 16 will be held the 27th version of the “International Festival of Jazz and World Music”
Medejazz 2023, to delight the ears, Music and Art in Medellin.
In 1996 the Medellin Jazz “Medejazz” Corporation was founded, which in 2006 changed its name to Medearte Corporation, continuing with the same cultural vision and objectives. With the work of these years, Medearte Corporation has made it possible that musicians who were once only idols heard on records, today are part of the musical history of Colombia and Medellin specifically.
The Medearte Corporation has developed projects where the main objective is the dissemination and promotion of the arts in its various manifestations, the institution is recognized nationally and internationally for its business management in favor of culture in Colombia and to support projects of young musicians and artists in the cultural work of the city of Medellin.
The 27th version of the “International Jazz and World Music Festival” will be held from September 6 to 16. Continuing with the tradition that the Festival has consolidated over the years, our city will host a wide range of artists, performers and groups, who thanks to their talent and creativity, will radiate their music and sounds on the public of Medellin.
The breadth of artistic genres, nationalities, cultures and staging that this Festival “Medejazz” has prepared for everyone will make Medellín the center of a rich diversity and cultural and human plurality, embodied in the multiple sounds that, we are sure, will not disappoint.
The MedeJazz 2023 program, with the support of the Ministry of Culture, the Mayor’s Office of Medellín and La Fiesta del Libro y la Cultura, will offer six in-person concerts, five of which will be free admission. In addition, the Festival will offer four free master classes, as a contribution to the academic-musical training of young musicians.
The Festival will also offer four free master classes as a contribution to academic-musical education, and young people from music schools will have the opportunity to nurture this knowledge. The Festival will be held from September 8 to 17
– Eleven concerts in Medejazz 2023
– Ten concerts with free admission
– Groups and members from France, Holland, Cuba, Brazil, Colombia, the United States, Puerto Rico and Venezuela.
– Four master classes with free admission.
Groups from France, Holland, Brazil, Cuba, Colombia, the United States, New York, Venezuela and Puerto Rico will grace the nights of Medellín.
“Medejazz” From France will be Samy Thiebaut, from Holland Nueva Manteca, from Brazil the female duo of Eloudie Bouny and Iara Ferreira, from the island of Cuba the pianist Ernán López Nussa with his project Havana in The Grand Manner, from New York – Puerto Rico – Venezuela and Cuba the tributes to Héctor Lavoe and Ismael Rivera.
For Colombia, the six winning groups of the 2023 calls: Sara Elisa Villa, Geografías, Mulatas, Groovato, Luis Bernardo Jazz Project and Tomate’s.
Three large stages will witness these great nights: Tarima Carabobo within the Festival of Books and Culture, Plazoleta del Museo de Arte de Medellín MAMM and the Great Hall of Plaza Mayor.
Starting Friday, August 25, you can visit the updated website with all the information about Medejazz 2023.
MEDEJAZZ 2023 PROGRAM
Sara Elisa Villa (Colombia). Friday, September 8 – 6:30 pm – Tarima Carabobo Fiesta del Libro y la Cultura. FREE ENTRANCE.
Geografías (Colombia). Saturday, September 9 – 6:30 pm. – Tarima Carabobo Fiesta del Libro y la Cultura. FREE ENTRANCE.
Mulatas (Cuba-Colombia). Saturday, September 9- 8:00 pm- Tarima Carabobo Fiesta del Libro y la Cultura. FREE ENTRANCE.
Groovato (Colombia). Sunday September 10 – 6:30 pm- Tarima Carabobo Book and Culture Festival. FREE ENTRANCE.
Luis Bernardo Jazz Project (Colombia). Tuesday, September 12- 8:00 p.m. Tarima Carabobo- Book and Culture Festival. FREE ENTRANCE.
Tomate’s (Colombia). Thursday, September 14- 7:30 pm. Plazoleta Museo de Arte Moderno de Medellín- MAMM. FREE ENTRANCE.
Samy Thiébault (France). Friday, September 15- 8:00 pm. Tarima Carabobo- Book and Culture Festival. FREE ENTRANCE.
New Manteca (Holland). Friday, September 15 – 7:30 p.m. Plazoleta Museo de Arte Moderno de Medellín- MAMM. FREE ENTRANCE.
Eloudie Bouny and Iara Ferreira (Brazil). Saturday, September 16- 6:30 p.m. Tarima Carabobo- Book and Culture Festival. FREE ENTRANCE
Lavoe Orquesta + Joseph Amado, Moncho Rivera y Mulatas (New York, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, Cuba and Colombia). Saturday, September 16 -8:00 p.m. Gran Salón de Plaza Mayor. Information: Ticket Express.
Havana in the Grand Manner with Ernán López Nussa (Cuba). Sunday, September 17- 5:00 p.m. Plazoleta del Museo de Arte Moderno de Medellín- MAMM. FREE ENTRANCE
INFORMATION
Social Networks
Facebook: (Medearte- Festival Internacional Medejazz)
YouTube: Festival Medejazz
Twitter: (@MedeJazz) https://twitter.com/MedeJazz
Instagram: (@MedeJazz)
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Europe Festivals in September 2023
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Vienna Bachata Congress
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Palais WertheimCanovagasse 1-5. 1010 Vienna DescriptionThe 4th edition of Vienna Bachata Congress offers workshops, shows and social dancing with national and international instructors, performers and dj’s. Cost: Full Pass from € 99 + € 1.99 Fee |
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Eden Urban Kiz Festival
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Hotel PinijaPetrčane V. ulica 1 a, 23231, Petrčane , Zadar, Croatia DescriptionCatch the last summer sun in a breath taking scenery of the Adriatic. We set the scene in an exquisite 4 star hotel that will cater to all your needs. We handpicked a selection of artists that will take you on an exotic journey to paradise. Cost: Full pass COUPLE € 195 |
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Prague Zouk Marathon Autumn Edition
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Na MarjanceBelohorska 35/262, Prague, Czech Republic, 169 00 DescriptionThe 9th edition of the first 100% Zouk social dance event in the world. Parties all day & night long. No shows and No workshops. Drinks & Dining: Food and Water all inclusive Cost: Full pass from € 118 |
Prague Salsa Marathon Autumn Edition
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• Na MarjánceBelohorska 262/35., Prague, Czech Republic, 169 00 •Vineyard GazeboHavlickovy sady 1369, Prague, Czech Republic, 120 00 DescriptionPrague Salsa Marathon Autumn Edition presents 3 days & 2 nights of Salsa workshops, shows and after parties. DJ Playing: Sergio, Cycy, Julian, Gaby & Karlos Cost: Full Pass from € 149 |
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Alpes Bachata Congress
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Impérial Palace HotelAllee de l’Impérial, Annecy, France, 74000 DescriptionOffers workshops, shows, parties & socials with national & international instructors, performers & dj’s: Cost: Full pass from € 120 |
The Wave Dance Festival
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Les Villages sous les Pins2747 Avenue de l’Océan, Leon, France, 40550DescriptionThe second edition of Wave Dance Festival offers 50 hours of workshops, national & international shows, socials, parties with local & international instructors, performers & dj’s playing: Ralph, Ibra, Neko, Timbahe, Lafuriosa, Jeff & SmachCost: Full Pass from € 80 |
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Kiz N You Non-Stop
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Espace Jean Jaurès Dance Studio3 Avenue De La Paix, Tomblaine, France, 54510 DescriptionThe 5th edition of Kiz N You Non-Stop offers workshops, parties, parties, after- parties & socials with national & international Kizomba instructors, performers & Dj’s. Cost: Full Pass from € 50 |
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Paris Salsa marathon2
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Le Boreas1 Port de Bercy, Paris, France, 75012 DescriptionOffering workshops, parties, and socials. Cost: Full Pass €145 |
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Festival Corazon Latino
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Rocher de Palmer Ballroom1, rue Aristide Briand, Cenon, France, 33150 DescriptionThe 10th edition of Festival Corazon Latino provides 2 days of Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba workshops, parties, shows and concerts with national/international performers and Djs. Cost: from € 109 |
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KAMBA Kizomba Festival 2023
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Théâtre Foirail105 Avenue du Général de Gaulle, Angers, France DescriptionPassion SBK is delighted to welcome you to Chemillé in Anjou for its first edition of Kamba Latino. A Salsa & Bachata Festival Cost: € 83 |
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Lambazouk Paris
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Studio Des Rigoles School Kim Kan46 Rue des Rigoles, Paris, France, 75020 DescriptionThe first edition of LambaZouk Paris offers 10hrs of programs on weekends + parties in Lambada and Brazilian Zouk Cost: From € 90 |
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Yo Vengo De Cuba
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KongresshalleGögginger Strase 10, Augsburg, Germany, 86159 DescriptionA Cuban Style Festival with the most popular teachers in Europe, two parties with shows, animation and 3 days of workshops (Afro Cuban, Casino Rueda, Reggaeton, Salsa) and the DJ El Gato Cost: Full Pass from € 100 |
Kizomba Days Cologne Weekender
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Tanzschule TanzraumSalierring 33, Cologne, Germany, 50677 DescriptionThe third edition of Kizomba Days Cologne Weekender offers more than 20 hours of workshops, 3 parties, 2 socials with national & international instructors, performers & dj’s. Kizomba, Semba, Tarraxinha Cost: COUPLE Passes € 205 |
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Kizomba Festival Stuttgart
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Singing HallLindenschulstrasse 29, Stuttgart, Germany, 70327 DescriptionThe 10th edition of Kizomba Festival offers 4 days of Kizomba workshops, socials, parties & shows with national and international teachers, performers and dj’s playing: Lenhy, Iron Mams, Hazel Beats & Harry Cost: Full pass from € 99 |
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Festival Timba Paradies
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Congresshalle Convention CentreHafenstr.12, Saarbrucken, Germany, 66111 DescriptionThe 6th edition of Festival Timba Paradies offers 40 workshops, shows, 3 parties with national & international instructors, performers & Dj’s: Francois Timbalero, Yannick, Pastaguero Samir, Assane Kane & Herve Timbaleaks Cost: From € 99 |
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Zouk Festival Hannover
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Move & Style Dance AcademyVahrenwalderstr. 195 A, Hannover, Germany, 30165 DescriptionZouk Festival Hannover offers 3 days of workshops (Brazilian Zouk), 3 days of parties, with extra 4h of special masterclass training with BZCC official Jack & Jill. Cost: From € 120 |
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Dance Casa Festival
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Hungarian University of Sports ScienceBudapest, Alkotás u. 42-48, 1123 DescriptionWelcome to Dance Casa Festival A Ukrainian Festival that will take place in Budapest. See you all from 29th of September to 01st of October 2023 We are a well-established Ukrainian based festival and we are happy to announce our first Budapest edition. We are expecting all of you from September 29th to October 1st 2023 for an amazing experience where dancers from all over the world will join us to learn, teach, have some fun and share together our passion for dancing Afro Latin, Bachata, Kizomba, Salsa, Tarraxinha in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Cost: Fom € 150 |
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On 2 Salsa Congress
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Tower Genova Airport Hotel & Conference CenterVia Pionieri e Aviatori d’Italia, 44, Genova, Italy, 16154 DescriptionThe 11th edition of On 2 salsa Congress offers workshops and social dance parties in Salsa with world performers and instructors. Cost: From € 140 |
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Vilnius Bachata Festival
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Vilniaus Lenkų Kultūros NamaiNaugarduko gatvė 76, Vilnius, Lithuania, 03202 DescriptionThe 7th edition of Vilnius Bachata Festival offers 3 days and nights of workshops, shows and social dancing with national and international performers, instructors and dj’s playing: York, Husky & GAT Cost: From € 90 |
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Bindaas Bachata Amsterdam – Bachata Sensual & Fusion Event
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CanDance StudiosIsolatorweg 28, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1014 AS DescriptionThe third edition of Bindaas Bachata Amsterdam offers 14 hours of workshops, parties on Saturday & Sunday + day socials on Sunday & 14 hours of Social dancing. Cost: Full Pass from € 75 |
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Zouk Porto Festival
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The View HotelAv. de Ramos Pinto 240, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, 4400-261 DescriptionZouk Porto Festival offers workshops, shows, socials & parties with local & international instructors, performers & Dj’s playing: Carballo, Jano & Zouk OF on Bachata, Kizomba, Salsa, Semba, Brazilian Zouk Cost: From € 70 |
LIKE Lisbon’s International Kizomba Energy Festival
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Inatel Costa Caparica HotelAv. Afonso de Albuquerque, S. João de Caparica, Costa da Caparica, Portugal, 2825-450 DescriptionThe 12th edition of Lisbon International Kizomba Energy (LIKE) offers workshops and parties with lineup performers, teachers and dj’s. Cost: From € 95 |
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Bachata Takes Over Bucharest Dance Festival Autumn Special Edition
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Caro Hotel Bucharest164A Barbu Vacarescu Blvd, Bucharest, Romania, 020285 DescriptionBachata Takes Over Bucharest Dance Festival / B to B Dance Festival ALL STAR EDITION offers workshops, shows and parties with national and international instructors, performers and dj’s. Cost: From € 100 |
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Latino Afro Festival Varijanta Bachata Salsa Kizomba
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Dom OmladineMakedonska 22, Belgrade, Serbia and Montenegro DescriptionThis festival is a one in a lifetime experience with a perfect combination of partytime and workshop, where the best international stars in Cuban salsa, salsa crossbody, Tarraxinha, kizomba, Bachata meet in the beautiful city of Belgrade, Serbia. Cost: Full Pass from € 95 |
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DyD Be Unlike
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Vértice Sevilla Aljarafe HotelAv. República Argentina, 1, Bormujos, Seville, Spain, 41930 DescriptionDyD Be Unlike offers Bachata workshops, shows, parties, socials with national & international instructors, performers & dj’s. Cost: Full Pass from € 80 |
Pirineos Salsa Festival
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Albergue – Hostel PirenariumAv. Del Ejército, 27, 22609, Sabiñanigo (Huesca), Spain DescriptionDear friends Pirenaicosalseros, we return with our Pirineos Salsa Festival 6 Edition, bustle, party, learning in a unique setting of the Pyrenees Oscense, a singular Event, outdoors, this year we return with everything, tents, floors, Shows, Orchestra, artists of national and international renown, an Event with about 50 training workshops, Djs specialized in each rhythm, animations, etc. Cost: Full pass € 80 |
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Karga Kizomba Festival
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Hotel Evenia Olympic ParkCarrer Sra. de Rossell, s/n, Girona, Spain, 17310 DescriptionThe 8th edition of Karga Kizomba Festival offers workshops of Kizomba, Semba, Kuduro, Afrohouse, shows and parties with international and national performers, instructors and dj’s. Cost: Full Pass from € 60 |
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Madrid Zouk Bachata Congress
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Eurostars Madrid Foro HotelRonda de Europa, 1, Madrid, Spain, 28760 DescriptionThe 5th edition of Madrid Zouk Bachata Congress provides workshops, shows and parties with national and international performers, instructors and dj’s. Cost: Full Pass € 145 |
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On1 Salsa Festival
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Hotel Isla de la GarenaC. Galileo Galilei, 18, Madrid, Spain, 28806 DescriptionOn1 Salsa Festival offers workshops, shows, socials, parties with national & international instructors, performers: Adrián & Anita, Terry & Cecile, Fernando & Ayelén, Talía & Pocho & dj’s playing: Cumbanchero, Pulpo, Rebo & Ya Cost: From € 40 |
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Kyiv Sense to Dance Festival
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Mercure Kyiv Congress HotelVadyma Hetmana St, 6, Kiev, Ukraine, 02000 DescriptionKyiv Sensual Festival offers 50 workshops, 80 hours of parties & beyond compare partners, 2 grand show programs & live concerts, 4 parties with national and international instructors, performers and dj’s of Bachata, Kizomba, Salsa, Brazilian Zouk Cost: Full Pass: from € 60 |
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Bachata King Festival
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Kipriotis Village ResortOdyssea Elyt, Kos , Greece, 853 00 DescriptionThe 4th edition of Bachata King Festival offers 50 hours of workshops, more than 20 shows, Bachata competition with 40 national and international artists. Cost from € 69 |
Tempo Latino: Creating Connections Through Music
An Interview with Eric, Founder of Europe’s Premier Latin Music Festival
On the last week-end of July, a festival celebrates Latin and Afro-Cuban music and brings thousands of music lovers to a small town in France. Eric, the festival’s creator, shares its origins, inspirations, and evolution.
Since its inception in 1994, the Tempo Latino festival has welcomed incredible artists to this small town in the Southwest of France.
Creating a Musical Oasis in Vic-Fezensac
Having lived across France, Eric settled in Vic-Fezensac, where he felt the need to create something beyond work. His passion for Latin and Afro-Cuban music led him to start Tempo Latino, aiming to provide what he missed – concerts of these genres.
A Journey of Music and Discovery
Eric’s radio inspiration and his love for vibrant rhythms ignited the idea for a music festival. He yearned to introduce others to the music he cherished, giving birth to Tempo Latino in 1994. The inaugural edition featured Fatal Mambo and Mambomania, attracting 2,800 attendees. Now the festival attracts over 10,000 people.
Eric’s selection process for artists is fueled by genuine connections, resulting in a diverse lineup that weaves different styles into a harmonious experience. His curation creates unique narratives each night. Pairing artists with contrasting energies, like Lila Downs and Cimafunk, creates a captivating tapestry that reflects the festival’s essence. Eric’s journey involves tireless pursuit and strong artist relationships. From Bernard Lavilliers to Excelencia, his commitment to music’s magic and meaningful collaborations remains steadfast.
A Melodic Journey Unfolds
The festival’s theme guides its trajectory, from Africa’s heart to New York’s energy. Lavilliers’ Paris and the Caribbean’s vibrancy unite through music, creating a diverse yet cohesive experience.
In a digital era, Tempo Latino reminds us of music’s power to unite. Eric’s dedication and knack for blending genres into harmonious narratives continue to resonate.
Tempo Latino: 28 Years of Latin Rhythms, Community, and Artistry
The charm of Vic-Fezensac, a small town in France, transforms every year as over fifty thousand people gather for the renowned Tempo Latino Festival. In an exclusive interview, Eric, the festival’s creator, discusses the intricacies of managing such an event in a local community and the relationship it shares with the town.
Local Community and Involvement
Eric sheds light on the local engagement, emphasizing that while not everyone participates, the festival is supported by some local partners. What brings him contentment is the transformation he witnesses each year as the town welcomes an eclectic crowd of festival-goers. The festival’s vibrant audience, composed of diverse backgrounds, gives life to the town’s streets and squares in ways that were once unimaginable.
Eric reminisces about the support he received from the former mayor, Jean Arnaud, whose open-mindedness and appreciation for the festival’s diverse attendees left a mark. Jean Arnaud’s encouragement and acknowledgment of the festival’s contribution to cultural diversity added an emotional connection between the festival and the town.
Fostering Relationships with Artists
Eric’s dedication to music and fostering connections with artists has been at the heart of the festival’s growth. He shares anecdotes about musicians like Oscar D’Léon and Celia Cruz, who have left an indelible mark on the festival’s history. These relationships, he emphasizes, are more than business; they’re rooted in mutual respect and genuine affection.
Overcoming Challenges
Throughout its 28 editions, the festival has faced numerous challenges, both financial and logistical. Eric reflects on early deficits, weather-related disruptions, and organizational intricacies. Each year’s success has hinged on meeting these challenges head-on, often pushing the festival to its limits.
The Ever-Evolving Vision
Eric’s vision for the festival’s future remains unwavering – bringing together people from diverse backgrounds through music. He acknowledges the changing landscape of music and dance styles, highlighting the importance of maintaining a balance between cultural integrity and evolving tastes.
Looking Ahead
With the 30th edition approaching, Eric envisions continued growth while staying true to the festival’s roots. He expresses his desire to bring acclaimed artists like La India and Carlos Santana to the stage, continuing the legacy of diverse and passionate musical experiences.
In the grand tapestry of the Tempo Latino Festival, Eric’s passion, dedication, and genuine relationships have woven together a cultural masterpiece. The festival remains a beacon of unity, showcasing the power of music to transcend boundaries and create shared experiences. As the festival moves towards its next milestone, it stands as a testament to Eric’s unwavering commitment and the enduring magic of Latin and Afro-Cuban rhythms.
Mark your calendar and plan your trip for the 2024 Tempo Latino on the last weekend of July 25 to 28, 2024.
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“Trayectoria de Clásicos” – Johnny Cruz and Adalberto Santiago
North America / United State / New York
Johnny Cruz releases his new Salsa album “Trayectoria de Clásicos” with Adalberto Santiago to the musical arena
The famous Timbalero and musical producer presents a CD tribute to all the Puerto Rico and the world’s Soneros, along with one of the most privileged voices of Latin music and Fania All-Stars’ vocal ex-leader: Adalberto Santiago.
Johnny Cruz “El Señor del Timbal” launches his second historical compilation “Trayectoria de Clásicos” directed to all the Salseros lovers of the whole world, which can relive in a single album ten great classics of this tropical genre in the interpretation of the vocal versatility most famous of six decades, Adalberto Santiago.
This four-years recording album involved more than 20 Latin music personalities, including: Jason Villamar, Louis Perieda and the special guest: Richi Ray (Piano), Rubén Rodríguez and Freddy Rivera (Bass), Johnny Rodríguez, Pedro Segundo and Luisito Rodríguez (Bongos), Eddie Montalvo and Erick Vélez (Congas), Jerry Rivas and Luisito Rodríguez (Three), Nelson Jaime Gazu (Trumpet), Johnny Cruz (Timbales), Moisés Noguera (Trombones), Freddy Miranda (Baritone), Jerry Rivas, Adalberto Santiago and Frankie Vásquez in the choirs and Adalberto Santiago as Leader Vocal.
Each track of this Salsa flagship CD was chosen with special attention for being emblems of the salsa movement of the 60s, 70s, and 80s popularized by great artists and orchestras, such as: Fania All-Stars, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, Cheo Feliciano, Tommy Olivencia, Adalberto Santiago, and Justo Betancourt.
“Trayectoria de Clásicos” comes with the differentiating touch of musical arrangements of extreme sonority concerning their original compositions. “Anacaona” (1971) by Cheo Feliciano with the Fania All-Stars, “El Swing” (1965) and “Un Verano en New York” (1975) by El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico and “Hipocresía”, the work of the Cuban master: Adalberto Álvarez are interpreted by the legendary vocalist Adalberto, who at 82 years of age keeps his voice intact and dominates a wide range of tones. This former member of the Chuíto Vélez orchestra, Ray Barretto, Típica 73 and Los Kimbos has one of the most prominent careers in the music industry, which has allowed him to share stage and recording with almost all the world-famous Salseros.
In this Salsa compilation, the New Yorker Cruz, also included the six singles: “Planté Bandera” (1975) whose original composition is Tommy Olivencia, “No hago más Na” (1973) belonging to El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, “Pa’ Bravo Yo” (1972) by Justo Betancourt, and “Imposible ha de Ser” (1977), “Más Sabroso” (1985) and “Mañoño” (1973) with Típica 73 by Adalberto Santiago.
Undeniably, it’s an album that was worth every year of waiting. “Trayectoria de Clásicos” is of incomparable quality and a super Salsera production highly recommended.
Waiting for the big concert in the city of New York for all lovers of the genre this year!
Release: 2019
Label: Cruz Music Inc.
“Salsa music means everything to me. It’s a passion that goes hand in hand with my culture and roots… I have been playing it for 40 years as a musician and love it dearly”. Johnny Cruz
Johnny Cruz “El señor del Timbal”
The New Yorker musician, CEO, businessman, audio engineer, producer and broadcaster of radio and television, Johnny Cruz since 20 years ago has had one of the most important programs of the five counties of the city of New York dedicated to Salsa, “The Johnny Cruz Show”. This program seeks to enhance the genre, raise awareness and make a difference to what has already been established with interviews with Salsa Mainstays and emerging artists. “The Johnny Cruz Show” is already part of the New York Latino culture and you can enjoy it on public access television every Saturday from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM and also through www.mnn.org and https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNT-nQee0t_uiDvUGlyh5dA
Likewise, Cruz is also the host of the digital radio program “Galería de la Salsa” dedicated entirely to this tropical rhythm, concentrating on the biggest hits of all times and salsa styles, as well as presenting outstanding live interviews. “Galería de la Salsa” is broadcasted all over the world online at www.miradio.fm.us
This humble, sincere, and successful multifaceted artist told us that among his plans are to make great concerts in his hometown and the rest of the world.
“My legacy rests on what I have created like the SPAHA Salsa Gallery, my radio show, my TV show and all of my musical productions. I hope future generations look at my work here and are inspired to continue the Salsa tradition”. Johnny Cruz
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Adalberto Santiago:
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Balazo Destacado:
Johnny Cruz releases his new Salsa album “Trayectoria de Clásicos” with Adalberto Santiago