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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.

Medejazz, the 27th version of the International Jazz and World Music Festival will be held from September 6 to 16.

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

www.corporacionmedearte.com

Social Networks

Facebook: (Medearte- Festival Internacional Medejazz)

YouTube: Festival Medejazz

Twitter: (@MedeJazz) https://twitter.com/MedeJazz

Instagram: (@MedeJazz)

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Latin America – September 2023

Remembering Domingo ”Tito” Gutiérrez’s career

Domingo ”Tito” Gutiérrez

Domingo ”Tito” Gutiérrez is one of those names that can never be missing when talking about Latin music in the United States, since the contribution made by this musician has been invaluable. That is why we found this to be a good opportunity to look back on the trajectory of this great artist, who has demonstrated again and again that the language of music is universal and crosses borders.

Domingo with bongos — Domingo ”Tito” Gutiérrez posing with his bongos

Childhood and musical beginnings

Tito Gutiérrez was born in Guánica southwest of the ”island of Enchantment”, Puerto Rico on August 16, 1957 into the heart of a culturally Latin family, especially in the case of music. However, he moved with his parents to New York City when he was about 11 years old.

Given that little Domingo had to start making friends again after the move, he took every opportunity to interact with other children of the same age, which led him to meet a group of kids enthusiastically playing instruments in a park.

The boy had never played an instrument before in his life, so he felt a little intimidated at first, but that did not stop him from approaching them and saying he wanted to play with them. When asked him what instrument he played, he replied that he played the bongo, since he noticed that the improvised band did not have one.

This is how Domingo joined them, started playing the bongo and continued playing it until he became a professional of this instrument.

Domingo on stage — Domingo ”Tito” Gutiérrez performing on stage

Professional life in music

In 1972, he finally ventured into music at a professional level with the same instrument with which he began in this world during his childhood and it was the group El Son De Hoy that gave him his first job opportunity.

Not much time would pass before he became a musical director and founder of an orchestra when he created his own group called Orquesta Borinqueya. At the same time, he was also working with the Orquesta Alianza Boricua, with which he was recording a studio album.

For a period of approximately five or six years, the artist has been recording with countless local orchestras with which he has continued to make a career and expand his musical curriculum, such as Orquesta La Crítica, Orquesta Nelson Feliciano, Orquesta Crisis, Orquesta Guainía, among others.

In 1978, he went to live in New York and did his thing with the bongo along with some groups such as Grupo Melao, Conjunto Avicú and Peter Brown Jazz Cuartet.

Domingo with a cowbell — Domingo ”Tito” Gutiérrez playing a Puerto Rican cowbell designed by his own line of instruments

In the late 90’s, his fame had grown so much that he has had the opportunity to work in orchestras of international stature such as Orquesta La Terrífica, Orquesta Costa Brava, Orquesta de Simón Pérez, Orquesta de Roberto Ortiz and more. He has also shared the stage with Ismael Miranda, José Alberto ”El Canario”, Andy Montañez, Cano Estremera, among others.

Today, he plays for La Sonora Ponceña of Puerto Rico, ”45 Aniversario” being the first project he recorded with the group and has participated in a number of albums with this great team.

While on tour with the different orchestras to which he has belonged, he was able to visit a large number of countries such as Venezuela, Ecuador, Mexico, Colombia, Costa Rica, Peru, Panama, Spain, France, Italy, among others.

Parallel to all this, Domingo has his own line of bongos which he named ”Tito Gutierrez Bongo Series”. This line is part of an initiative of the Reyes Family, who are a group of Colombian artisans who are dedicated to designing bongos of different colors and sizes.

Johnny Cruz Correspondent for ISM in New York City

Europe Festivals in September 2023

Vienna Bachata Congress

Palais Wertheim

Canovagasse 1-5. 1010 Vienna

Description

The 4^th 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

Eden Urban Kiz Festival

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

Prague Zouk Marathon Autumn Edition

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

• 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

Alpes Bachata Congress

Impérial Palace Hotel

Allee de l’Impérial, Annecy, France, 74000

Description

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

The Wave Dance Festival

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

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

Le Boreas

1 Port de Bercy, Paris, France, 75012

Description

Offering workshops, parties, and socials.

Cost: Full Pass €145

Festival Corazon Latino

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

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

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

Yo Vengo De Cuba

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

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

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

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

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

Dance Casa Festival

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: Fom € 150

On 2 Salsa Congress

Tower Genova Airport Hotel & Conference Center

Via Pionieri e Aviatori d’Italia, 44, Genova, Italy, 16154

Description

The 11th edition of On 2 salsa Congress offers workshops and social dance parties in Salsa with world performers and instructors.
DJ Playing: Stefano El Malo, Osmar Perrones & Enzo Mdg
Artists Performers: Ernesto & Denisse, Tito & Tamara, Rodrigo & Asya, Mouaze & Sara, Julio Rojas & Wualexa

Cost: From € 140

Vilnius Bachata Festival

Vilniaus Lenkų Kultūros Namai

Naugarduko gatvė 76, Vilnius, Lithuania, 03202

Description

The 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

Bindaas Bachata Amsterdam – Bachata Sensual & Fusion Event

CanDance Studios

Isolatorweg 28, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1014 AS
Odessa Muiderpoort
Ter Gouwstraat 3, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1093 JX

Description

The third edition of Bindaas Bachata Amsterdam offers 14 hours of workshops, parties on Saturday & Sunday + day socials on Sunday & 14 hours of Social dancing.
• DJ Playing: Limbo Latino, Taga’Da, Pepito & Sergio
• Artists Performers: Gabriel & Inge, Marquito & Vicky, Ibra & Amelie, Bob & Barbara, Kevin & Nika

Cost: Full Pass from € 75

Zouk Porto Festival

The View Hotel

Av. de Ramos Pinto 240, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, 4400-261

Description

Zouk 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

Inatel Costa Caparica Hotel

Av. Afonso de Albuquerque, S. João de Caparica, Costa da Caparica, Portugal, 2825-450

Description

The 12th edition of Lisbon International Kizomba Energy (LIKE) offers workshops and parties with lineup performers, teachers and dj’s.

Cost: From € 95

Bachata Takes Over Bucharest Dance Festival Autumn Special Edition

Caro Hotel Bucharest

164A Barbu Vacarescu Blvd, Bucharest, Romania, 020285

Description

Bachata 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

Latino Afro Festival Varijanta Bachata Salsa Kizomba

Dom Omladine

Makedonska 22, Belgrade, Serbia and Montenegro

Description

This 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.
” LAF” Latino Afro Festival Varijanta offers workshops, shows, animations, socials & parties with local & international instructors, performers & Dj’s.
• DJ Playing: Khalid, Lena, Shark, Stefanio Lima, Manana & El Puma
• Artists Performers: Maykel Fonts & Vanessa, Wilmer & Maria, Enah & Sara Lopez, Tony Pirata & Sisi

Cost: Full Pass from € 95

DyD Be Unlike

Vértice Sevilla Aljarafe Hotel

Av. República Argentina, 1, Bormujos, Seville, Spain, 41930

Description

DyD Be Unlike offers Bachata workshops, shows, parties, socials with national & international instructors, performers & dj’s.
• DJ Playing: Khalid, Wally, Victor, Pumuky & Evelyn
• Artists Performers: Frank Santos, Igor & Rocío, Azael & Sindi, David & Lidia, Arlu & Isa

Cost: Full Pass from € 80

Pirineos Salsa Festival

Albergue – Hostel Pirenarium

Av. Del Ejército, 27, 22609, Sabiñanigo (Huesca), Spain

Description

Dear 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.
WE ARE WAITING FOR YOU!!!!!!!

Cost: Full pass € 80

Karga Kizomba Festival

Hotel Evenia Olympic Park

Carrer Sra. de Rossell, s/n, Girona, Spain, 17310

Description

The 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.
• DJ Playing: Lenhy, Hugo Smile, Hegza, Tarraxa & Tripode
• Artists Performers: Nuno & Sarai, Guiu & Borboleta, Dario & Cristina

Cost: Full Pass from € 60

Madrid Zouk Bachata Congress

Eurostars Madrid Foro Hotel

Ronda de Europa, 1, Madrid, Spain, 28760

Description

The 5th edition of Madrid Zouk Bachata Congress provides workshops, shows and parties with national and international performers, instructors and dj’s.
Artists Performers: William Teixeira & Paloma Alves, Kadu & Larissa, Pedrinho & Linda, Carlos & Fernanda

Cost: Full Pass € 145

On1 Salsa Festival

Hotel Isla de la Garena

C. Galileo Galilei, 18, Madrid, Spain, 28806

Description

On1 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

Kyiv Sense to Dance Festival

Mercure Kyiv Congress Hotel

Vadyma Hetmana St, 6, Kiev, Ukraine, 02000

Description

Kyiv 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
• DJ Playing: York, Manuel Citro, Ichigo, Ozy Shyne & Saaber
• Artists Performers: Fred-Nelson & Morgane, Dwe & Gaby, Saber & Majdouline

Cost: Full Pass: from € 60

Bachata King Festival

Kipriotis Village Resort

Odyssea Elyt, Kos , Greece, 853 00

Description

The 4th edition of Bachata King Festival offers 50 hours of workshops, more than 20 shows, Bachata competition with 40 national and international artists.
• DJ Playing: Tony Pecino & Nassos B
• Artists Performers: Angelica & Ros, Leandro & Jomante, Felipe & Tiago

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.

Eric Duffau showing a photo of Compay Segundo

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.

Mural for the entrance of the 2023 Festival, by Martin, a local graffiti artist.

Martin, the local graffiti artist, putting the final touches on the entrance mural.

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 30^th 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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