When we write the recent history of Cuban popular music, is impossible not to mention the figure of Polo Montañez. Without having studied music
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In this section we want you to get to know in detail everything related to the history of Cuban music, from its origins to the most recent artists.
Paquito D’Rivera – A huge Cuban musician
Francisco de Jesus Rivera Figueras, known to all as Paquito D’Rivera, is one of the most glorious of Cuban music. His works as arranger and composer makes him one of the greatest and more complete artists that this island has given in recent years.
Celia Cruz – Spreading sugar
Celia Cruz´s prolific career earned her the name of Queen of Salsa, appellative who she honors throughout her life.
Study music in Cuba is an experience for all your life
A French friend once told me that every time he came to Cuba he was surprised to find a completely unknown artist.
Enjoying good jazz at La Zorra y el Cuervo
Located on the busy 23rd Street, between O and N, Vedado, La Zorra y el Cuervo is one of the most famous jazz clubs in Cuba. Without parallel into the Havana nights, this room opens every time the sun sets to the lovers of one of the most popular in the world´s...
Compay Segundo – From Alto Cedro to the top of…
Every country has its musical idols, those that must be mentioned when we talk about music. Our country, undoubtedly, has at its center the incomparable Compay Segundo.
Interactivo – The good Cuban music of this century
Combining the native Cuban rhythms, arrives Interactivo, a group for all ages and all tastes. If you think the son, timba and other rhythms that made up the broad spectrum of music in Cuba are old-fashioned, probably you have not heard to this band.
Come with us to the Submarino Amarillo
Located on 17th Street and 6, (Vedado neighborhood), just in front of the bronze statue of the unforgettable John Lennon, this club pays deserved tribute to the famous British band The Beatles.
Studying AfroCuban Percussion in Havana
Studying AfroCuban percussion in Havana is by far the best option. Specially if you want to learn how to play with the strength and flavor of the Antillean rhythms such as Latin jazz, rumba, guaguancó, bolero or timba…
Michel Herrera plays in the jazz’s big leagues
Michel Herrera Alvarez is considered one of the most talented young people in Cuban jazz. He himself recognizes that, as a child, music was not one of his priorities since he always preferred sports (athletics and taekwondo).
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