En la secuencia que introduce la más reverenciada de todas las películas cubanas (Memorias del subdesarrollo, del realizador Tomás Gutiérrez Alea) se escucha sonar la música de un grupo que, durante poco más de un minuto y medio, repite la frase: «¿Dónde está Teresa?»
Sara Gonzalez soon became the female voice of the “Nueva Trova” Movement. Her work as a singer-songwriter opened the way for many women who would recognize a teacher there.
Speaking of Cuban music in the twentieth century without referring to the Nueva Trova (New Trova) is almost sacrilegious. Talking of the Nueva Trova without mentioning Pablo Milanes and his songs, is a cardinal sin.
Little space we have if we are talking about female bands in Cuba who have cultivated Cuban music, or the importance that women have had in the history and development of the cultural heritage of our country.
Yusa is recognized as one of the leading voices of Cuban music of the XXI century. Her compositions have earned the recognition of her contemporaries on the island and international admiration.
An “anything goes” musical would be the ideal way to describe the work of Telmary Diaz. Known for its nickname “Telmary”, it is one of the most representative artist of the Cuban alternative music scene.
If we want to talk about the popular traditions of Cuban music, we have to talk about Yoruba Andabo. This musical group is an example of versatility and authenticity in the representation of Cuban musical diversity.
The history of vocal quartets in Cuba would not be complete without the mention of Los Zafiros. With only four voices and the accompaniment of an electric guitar, this Cuban musical group from the 60’s and 70’s, succeeded not only in the island but also outside it.
Despite his youth, pianist and Cuban composer Roberto Fonseca belongs to the constellation of stars shining around the world with own light.
His dizzying career was always accompanied by international figures,
There are people who come into this world with a gift that marks their destiny. This may well be the case of Luna Manzanares, a young Cuban endowed with a beautiful voice and an innate musical talent.