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North America 07 4th Annual Maui Salsa Bachata Congress

returns to the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa on September 26th

Europe Temptation Dream Congress

27 Roses Tango Meeting 31 Amsterdam International 13

Bachata Festival 32 Steven Brezet

WITO RODRIGUEZ "Soy distinto y diferente"

36 Tempo Latino’s Team: “Thank you all!”

Multi 04 The Percussionist of relief

generation in the Quintero Dynasty

34 Kyiv Sensual Festival 2019

Africa

World Salsa Congress Marrakech 2019 44 KAYA International Dance Festival 2019

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Asia

Lebanon Latin Festival

Oceania

Level Up Bachata & Kizomba Festival

Latin America 59 Hard Salsa Bar Caracas presenta 60 Redames (Randy) Plaza Legacía de la Salsa

Joel Uriola “Soy el mejor, porque me supero a mí mismo”

62 Willie Gonzalez, Luis Enrique & Diego

Moran Segundo Festival Latino de la Salsa en México

Staff

Correspondents

Eduardo Guilarte Editor

José Pérez Colombia (Bogota)

Adriana Saez Creative Director

Eiling Blanco Venezuela (Caracas)

Mafe Ferrara Production Manager Thisby Ferrara Social Media Manager

Contact

Augusto Felibertt Consultant

Leah Grammatica Renan Morales USA (New York)

Tamy Machado Graphic Web Designer

Laura Yoly Teran USA (Pennsylvania)

Neicker Acurero Graphic Design

Gerardo Oswaldo Russo Argentina Mario Echeverri Colombia (Bogota)

Promoters Adriana Saez Promoter / Journalist for North America

Collaborators in this edition

Carmen Aular Promoter / Journalist for Europe & Asia

Wito Rodriguez USA (Florida)

Karina Bernales Promoter for Latin America

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The Multi Percussionist of relief generation in the Quintero Dynasty Anderson Quintero began his musical career at the age of seven, when he joined Salserin, the only childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Salsa orchestra visiting more than 10 countries. Modificalo por: touring more than. 4

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Throughout his journey in this group, the young Quintero demonstrated the talent inherited from his father and the rest of his paternal family, who have been recognized as the greatest percussionists in Venezuela.

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While in Salserin, Anderson became the official timbale player of the group, however he continued his developed on other percussion instruments. This experience led him to visit about 20 countries, and record 5 musical productions. Nevertheless, the talent that flowed through Quintero’s

veins grew stronger with his studies in the Conservatory José Angel Lamas, along with lessons through which he discovered an interest for drumset. Well-known musicians such as Vinnie Colaiuta, Tony Williams, Elvin

Jones, Paul Wertico, Brian Blade, Robby Ameen, Jack Dejohnettee, and others, have influenced his musical career. His talent on the drums eventually led him to join several rock bands in the city of Caracas, Venezuela.

During 2004 and 2005, Quintero was part of the band that accompanied Venezuelan singer/songwriter/Grammy Award Winner Franco de Vita on his tour “Mil y una Historias”, visiting more than 10 countries and garnering 2 Grammy nominations in 2006. That same year Quintero met up with two ex-band members of Salserin, Servando and Florentino, and joined their band “Enamorame”, playing drums and the timbales. In mid-2006, Quintero moved to New York City, where he began to gain international recognition. Since then, he has performed with Jerry Rivera, Obie Bermudez, Louie Vega, Don Omar, Servando Y Florentino, Chino Y Nacho, Luisito Quintero Percussion Madness, Paloma San Basilio, Huascar Barradas , Aditus, Vanessa May, Kevin Jones, Tenth worlds, Sheila Charles (Ray Charles’ daughter), Emilly King, Taxi Amarillo, and Willie Colon’s bands, with whom he has traveled internationally. Anderson worked on a musical about the life of the “Guarachera de América” Celia Cruz, in an Off-Broadway show. He is a first-call session drummer in Venezuela and has recorded with the most important artist in that country in many different styles of music: pop, rock, folk, ethnic, latin, and jazz. He’s also on tour with Venezuelan Trombon Ensamble, the best known trombone players in Venezuela. He recently joined the band of Spanish singer Paloma San Basilio, playing drums for their American tour. International Salsa Magazine

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In 2011 Quintero won a Grammy for Chino y Nacho’s album “mi niña bonita”. He recently recorded drums on the album “punto ciego” by Venezuela’s progressive rock band LEXESTET and on “third element” by Luisito Quintero. Anderson began 2014 touring with Frank Quintero and then joined the salsa orquestra “Los Adolescentes” for a tour around Mexico. Currently he finds himself in the city of Los Angeles, California where he continues his musical career.

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4th Annual Maui Salsa Bachata Congress returns to the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa on September 26th

Prepare to enjoy three days of Workshops, four nights of Social Dancing, Classes, Performances, and Live Bands in the beautiful island of Maui The 4th Annual Maui Salsa Bachata Congress returns to the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa for an unforgettable Salsa Bachata Congress event on the beautiful island of Maui. This Annual Congress features workshops and performances from world-class artists and live music performances by world-renowned salsa and bachata entertainers. Come and celebrate with others who share a passion for Latin music and dance. International Salsa Magazine

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Date: Thursday, September 26th – Sunday, September 29th Full Congress Pass: $214,36 Venue: Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa. 2605 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761

Maui Salsa Bachata Congress brings: LIVE BANDS WORKSHOPS PERFORMANCES PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTORS BEAUTIFUL LOCATION & GREAT WEATHER DJs PLAYING SALSA and BACHATA

LIVE SALSA SHOWS: Aaldberto Santiago

This international Salsa singer from Barrio Pozas in Ciales (Puerto Rico) is one of the best flawless lead vocals of the Salsa genre. His first influences were the great Cuban artists: Beny Moré and Miguelito Cuní. 4

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Santiago began his professional career singing with trios and playing guitar and bass on his native island. He was a member of the Chuíto Vélez band, where he was called "El puertorriqueño Elvis Presley". His career reached an exponential rise when he joined Willie Rosario & Willie Rodríguez, and Ray Barretto's band. Between 1966 and 1972, Adalberto recorded seven studio albums with Ray Barretto that contained hits such as "Quítate La Máscara" and "Alma Con Alma". At the end of 1972, Adalberto and four other members of the Barretto band set out to found Typical 73 with which he recorded three albums. In the mid-1970s he formed Los Kimbos orchestra. In 1977 he began his solo debut. Two years later Adalberto released his second album with Louie Ramírez's co-production "Popeye El Marino". Since 1980 Santiago has recorded four excellent albums, among which are: Cosas del Alma and Sex Symbol, which contain one of Santiago's greatest

one of Santiago's greatest solo songs, "La Noche Más Linda Del Mundo". Adalberto Santiago has written songs for several of the albums in which he has appeared, both as lead singer and has appeared, both as lead singer and soloist, and he has provided compositions for other artists to record, such as Joe Cuba. He has appeared in Robin William's movie "Moscow on the Hudson" and provided music for "Carlito’s Way" by Al Pacino, as well as appearing as himself in the movie “Our Latin Thing”. This amazing Salsa singer has remained true to his Latin roots and a statement he made in 1977 is still more in force than ever: “I want to bring a truly Latin message to the people; this is what I do best and the structure of Salsa is best suited to my singing style”. Adalberto, now in his 80s, continues to record and perform in the United States, Europe and South America celebrating six decades of trajectory.

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Eddie Ortiz & Son Caribe

They have performed alongside and opened concerts for almost every major Latin music event since 2001. Most recently they headlined performances at the prestigious Blue Note in Waikiki Hawaii’s premier live music venue.

internationally throughout the Far East, with tours in the main cities of Asia: Japan, Korea, and the Philippines. The Son Caribe's CD "Salsa from Hawaii II" was #1 Best Seller In Hawaii, and received ©GRAMMY Award Consideration for 2004 Best Salsa/Merengue Album! Son Caribe also has performed as the opening band for ©GRAMMY winning Latin music luminaries: CELIA CRUZ, ISMAEL MIRANDA, and PONCHO SANCHEZ. In the

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same way, they have performed and shared the stage with Latin music recording artists such as Luisito Rosario, Johnny Polanco, Tito Puente Jr., and Jimmy Bosch, among many others. Please, visit them http://www.soncaribe.com

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Gio El Leon Voz a Voz

The Bachata singer two times Latin Grammy & Billboard Nominee will be back for the Friday Night Bachata Concert. Gio is a Singer, Songwriter, and Producer originally from the Dominican Republic and now living in New York. He has traveled the world headlining Salsa and Bachata Festivals and performing concerts in the biggest countries such as Japan, Brazil, and Mexico. Likewise, Gio has crossed the U.S. including Alaska and Hawaii.

Ray Barretto Jr.

He is the son of the legendary Grammy award-winning Salsa Music Icon, Conguero and Bandleader, Ray Barretto (“Manos Duras”). His father is universally recognized as one of the original creators of Salsa music, and one of the greatest conga players and bandleaders in the history of Latin Jazz music. Music is in Ray Barretto Jr.’s DNA. He plays congas, bass, keyboards, and drums. He is also a successful songwriter and record producer whose credits include a Top 15 Billboard International Pop Chart hit for London Records and a Top 10 Dance Chart hit for RCA/BMG Records. Ray Jr. is carrying on his dad’s musical legacy by playing congas with his Latin orchestra. International Salsa Magazine

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WITO RODRIGUEZ "Soy distinto y diferente" Irwin "Wito" Rodríguez nació en Chicago de padres puertorriqueños y tuvo sus inicios en el campo musical como cantante y músico. Durante su adolescencia, actuó con una banda de Rock and Roll como un guitarrista. En 1968 Wito decidió mudarse a "La Isla Del Encanto", Puerto Rico, con el fin de buscar sus raíces musicales y experimentar los sonidos picantes de su amado Ritmo Latino. Su primer encuentro en el género de la Salsa fue con un percusionista puertorriqueño de los años 60 llamado "Chacón y su Orquesta", donde Wito aprendió todos los ritmos latinos como el Guaguancó, Boogaloo, Mozambique, etc. Chacón fue su entrenador en los instrumentos de percusión latinos y Wito también se enamoró con las maracas. Wito regresó a Chicago en 1971 para unirse a la "Orquesta La Justicia" una banda local que abrió espectáculos de artistas tales como: Ismael Rivera, Ray Barreto, Willie Colón, El Gran Combo y la legendaria "Fania All Stars".

Como muchos jóvenes de esa época, en 1973 Wito decidió unirse al ejército de Estados Unidos y fue enviado a Europa. Durante su estancia en Alemania, Wito tomo clases de canto con la cantante de Ópera Barbra Sutton, y al mismo tiempo creó dos bandas con los nombres de "El Conjunto Sabor" y "La Sonora Antillana". Estas orquestas acompañaron a artistas del género de la Salsa tales como: Después de su retiro del ejército, Wito unió fuerzas con el líder de la banda alemana International Salsa Magazine

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Después de su retiro del ejército, Wito unió fuerzas con el líder de la banda alemana Rudi Fuesers y creo la orquesta de Salsa de Europa "Conexion Latina". Con Conexion Latina, Wito grabó dos discos; "Calorcito" y "Un Poco Loco". También tuvo la gran experiencia de grabar dos canciones con la banda del Director y Arreglista Peter Herbolzheimer. Durante los años 80, Wito quería ampliar sus horizontes mediante la formación de sus propios grupos llamados "Wito Rodriguez y orquesta" y "Wito Con Cache". Extrañando su familia y amigos Wito "cruzó el charco" para regresar a los Estados Unidos y terminar su carrera del ejército. Nunca dejó su pasión por la música, un nuevo sonido big band estaba en su mente, y él vuelve a la luz de la tarima con Wito Rodriguez Salsa Jazz 14

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Orchestra bajo la dirección musical del trompetista y arreglista, Gino Picart. "Qué maravilloso mundo" o "What a Wonderful World" es su tercer álbum lanzado en enero de 2015. Aunque ocupados en 2016 con presentaciones en vivo, un nuevo álbum también había sido producido y grabado entre América del sur Venezuela y Orlando, Florida. La más reciente producción llamada "Como el Viento" se estrenará en 2017.

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2017. Este disco contiene una recopilación de canciones grabadas en los años en Europa que nunca para el hemisferio occidental. Espero que disfrute de su primer solo lanzamiento... ¡Qué maravilloso mundo! En 2018, Wito lanzó otro CD llamado "The Best of Wito", que tiene una mezcla de todas las canciones que a los fanáticos les parecieron las mejores y respetaron sus preferencias.

Te Echo La Culpa y Now and Forever, son los que se han lanzado hasta ahora. "Como cantante bilingüe, tengo la bendición de aportar a la industria de la música en mis canciones, cantándolas en inglés y español, la unidad a través de mi música en una mezcla de salsa y R&B, etc." Wito Rodríguez

Wito también tiene cuatro nuevos singles que ha sacado de su nuevo álbum, que estará disponible a partir de febrero de 2019.

En el año de 2018. Wito bendición de ser nominado Hollywood Music Media (HMMA) en Los Ángeles, noviembre de 2018.

tuvo la en los Awards CA en

A través de las plataformas de Internet puede encontrar estos lanzamientos. Always and Forever, Soy Caribe, Yo No

También puede ver su certificado como homenajeado en los Fox Music Awards USA, Miami en noviembre de 2018, que International Salsa Magazine

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que fue nominado y honrado por ser el veterano del ejército Salsero Singer. El Congreso de Salsa de Chicago fue uno de sus grandes eventos en 2018. En Marzo 2019 salió su nueva producción bilingüe Soy Distinto Y Diferente con la canción Soy Caribe ya nominada en los Hollywood Media Music Awards en November 20 del 2019 en Hollywood California.

NMJ Animal Music Records LLC. Nmj.animalmusicrecords@gmail.com PQ Promotions/Management Jenny Morales jennymorales55@hotmail.com (682-554-4851 or (813-785-3086)

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An Italian-Venezuelan Restaurant with Trendy Style Yuca Gnocchi San Francisco Chronicle's courtesy

For several years Franciscaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s has been in the heart of the Mission district in the San Francisco city. Its peculiar style and the combination of European and South American foods make it one of the trendiest restaurants nowadays. The owners: Manny and Katherine, whose partnership between them is revealing and innovative, it creates an atmosphere of hospitality with personalized attention that projects the value and story of each of the dishes that stand out in its menu.

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Manny, a tireless Venezuelan chef with wide experience prepares each different dish daily in his tasting menu that you can try for $39 and if the whole table participates you pay $65.

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This menu is based on four-courses that this culinary art enthusiast prepares, undeniable, with a lot of dedication, imagination, and skill that have allowed Francisca’s to be positioned as one of the sure destinations to visit in San Francisco when delighting the most demanding palates is the point. Although his first and powerfully popular restaurant was Mr. Pollo in 2010, it’s Francisca’s that has managed to surface this new trend of mixing Italian foods with traditional Venezuelan ingredients. It’s for that we can find in this restaurant seductive and hypnotic dishes such as Plantain Lasagna (Dish of greater receptivity) and Yuca Gnocchi. While the traditional Venezuelan breakfast "Arepas" is always present in the recommendations of Manny and Katherine for their visitors. Francisca’s is attended by around 30 people daily to taste an affordable price the visual show of artistic decoration to make things more beautiful and then eat them. In addition to not being able to resist their cocktails duly identified with the origin country.

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This restaurant with the inspiration of high cuisine, unique concept and mixture of and mixture of sounds typical of a famous place for the quality of its food with fresh ingredients purchased directly at the San Francisco’s farmers market (Ferry Building) keeps alive the spirit of Latin American cuisine within of the trends recipes of European cuisine. "Being a chef for me is everything." Manny Torres History The ingenious idea of putting a woman's name on the restaurant was Manny. Francisca is the name of his grandmother and his main

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obtaining fresh ingredients in the farmers market, as well as making him aware of the true importance and passion for hospitality.

this space after a complete remodeling and having undergone the corresponding inspections, and we know it as Francisca's now.

But, let's go a few years back. Before Francisca's, Manny had four restaurants, one of them was "The Palace", which had a considerable number of loyal visitors, however, a raging fire destroyed the venue in 2015. Nonetheless, Manny reopened

For some time, Manny and Katherine were traveling on two continents. They

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visited countries such as Aruba, France, Spain, and Italy. And Eureka! From there derived his inspiration for the creation of his exotic and exquisite dishes. After him seeing a different dishes. After him seeing a different perspective of the kitchen and its formulas for the preparation of the recipes, Manny obtained the main ingredient for the preparation of his Menu in Francisca’s; he had the creativity to make the perfect and successful combination in all his meals.

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"In the United States, European food is cooked with so many rules. There are rules for everything. In Europe, there aren’t rules. No one follows the rules and it’s more relaxed", Manny told an American digital media. Venue: 3047 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 Contact: 415.374.5747

Francisca´s opens: Tuesday - Saturday Dinner: 5:30pm -10:00pm Saturday Vegetarian Brunch: 10:30am - 3:30pm Sunday Regular Brunch: 10:30am - 3:30pm

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Mannyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Curiosities: He studied at the Engineering School in Columbus, Ohio. He arrived in the U.S. in 2001. The names of Manny's four restaurants are: Mr. Pollo, Roxy's Cafe, The Palace, and Coco Frio. He loves washing dishes.

4-course Tasting Menu: First course: Soup or Salad Second course: Appetizer or Pasta Third course: Entree Protein-based, Vegetarian or Pescetarian dish Fourth course: Dessert

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Temptation Dream Congress In Evenia Olympic Resort in Lloret de Mar

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Kizomba event from September 19th to 23rd Temptation Festivals is very happy to bring you The Dream Congress at the middle of the Summer in the best hotel Evenia Olympic Park with crazy big pool parties, an amazing Boat Party, all the event will take place in one hotel, rooms with food all included, reception 24h available and 1600 meters of dance space just be ready for the madness!

Hotel Booking 55â&#x201A;Ź /person/night all included breakfast, lunch and dinner http://eventos.eveniahotel s.com/barcelona-temptatio n-dream-congress/

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For the transport you have 2 options: Airport Barcelona El Prat with festival shuttle from the airport to the hotel, and public bus too. (1 hour with festival shuttle and around 1h30 with public bus) And Girona Airport with public bus (35min to Lloret bus station and from Lloret bus station to the hotel 5-7min minutes walking),or taxi.

More info: www.facebook.com/events/evenia-olym pic-resort/temptation-dream-congress-offi cial-event-/2059566954367545/

Europe / Spain / Roses

Roses

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With Denise et Thierry Guardiola Roses offers a coast full of contrasts, with cliffs and protected coves with transparent waters, as well as fine sandy beaches, with intense and shallow blue water. The coves are located in the Cap de Creus Natural Park. This fact allows visitors to enjoy natural spaces where native vegetation is present all the way to the seaside, with wild landscapes and transparent waters. On the other hand, the promenade,

beaches and coves of Roses are certified with an Environmental Management System, which guarantees high quality beaches. Guaranteed progress Hotel *** with full board Beach, coves, sun Lessons and trainings Milongas (tango balls) Teacher's exhibition

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From September 26th to 29th Program: For this tango and relaxation stay on the Spanish Costa Brava at Roses in a *** hotel with outdoor pool and close to the beach, we offer 4 days with 3 nights from Thursday to Sunday full board (6 meals + 3 breakfasts) with accommodation in a comfortable double room with balcony (or single room for solos) + 6 tango classes, neo tango, milonga and vals + 3 milongas + 3 practice-training + Tango show from Denise and Thierry Guardiola Tango classes are given by Denise (Argentina) and Thierry (France) tango teachers at Compadrito School (Aix en Provence) for 13 years. During your stay, we offer 6 different classes of tango, neo tango, milonga and vals - 9 hours of lessons in total during your stay + tango practices and milonga every day Level: Lessons for dancers who already practice Argentine tango on a regular basis.

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Most: - 2 people to take care of you during the classes - possibility to film at the end of the courses a reminder of the figures studied - tango evenings (milongas) with danceable cortinas - no meals to prepare - outdoor swimming pool in the hotel and beach within walking distance - training sessions by the beach or the outdoor pool (depending on the weather) - possibility to come with your children, contact us for the price according to age and quantity of people in the room... This price includes: - Accommodation in a hotel *** based on double rooms (or single room for solos) - Full board with wine included during meals - Access to 6 classes of tango, neo tango, milonga and vals Not included: - Transportation to the hotel located in Roses - Cancellation and repatriation insurance

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From Roses you can visit the country of Salvador Dali, its museum in Figueres and the picturesque little town of Cadaqués where he lived. Getting there by plane is possible! To the Girona airport (flights possible from France, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Russia, Slovakia, Estonia) The Barcelona airport (flights possible from almost any country in the world) Price: from 350 € Only a few more places available!

Rate: - PASS COUPLE (1 man + 1 woman in double room): 350€ per person - PASS DUO (1 man + 1 woman in single rooms): 450€ per person Provisional program: Thursday 26: Arrival of participants in the late morning and lunch

Installation in the rooms, first lesson in the afternoon followed by a practice In the evening dinner + tango, neo tango, vals or milonga lesson followed by the milonga (tango ball) Friday 27th: Breakfast followed by a tango, neo tango, vals or milonga lesson

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After the morning class, aperitif-tango (practical) and meal Afternoon free time In the evening dinner + tango, neo tango, vals or milonga lesson followed by the milonga (tango ball)

Saturday 28: Breakfast followed by a tango, neo tango, vals or milonga lesson

Sunday 29: Breakfast and departure of participants

More info: http://www.vacances-danse.com/roses-tango-tr aining-camp-september-2019/

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Europe / Netherlands / Rotterdam

Amsterdam International Bachata Festival From September 27th to 30th in one of the best cities to Europe. With the growing demand for Bachata in Europe, they have decided to organize an additional Bachata event, alongside the now well-known Amsterdam International Salsa Festival. There will be workshops on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at de Koning and at Candance Studio, which is across the street. We have invited a diverse array of local and international performers, who will guarantee a fantastic weekend full of instructive workshops, stunning dance performances and unforgettable social dancing.

Venue: CanDance Studios 28 Isolatorweg Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1014 AS Prices Full Pass: September 2019 | â&#x201A;Ź135 Door | â&#x201A;Ź145 Contact: Mail: ivan@extremos.nl Telf: +31 6 24634771 More info: https://www.amsterdambachata.com

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Through his motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interest in African dance, Steven Brezet grew up hearing African percussion. At the age of six he attended a gig at Podium Grounds in Rotterdam, where he watched Senegalese percussionist Aly Ndiaye Rose play a duo show together with Lucas Merwijk. Ndiaye Rose played on five drums at once, fascinating to such a little boy, and so began a lifelong love of percussion. Right then and there, he asked his mother for lessons and they set up classes with Aly Ndiaye Rose.

The Dutch influenced by African percussion

Steven took djembe lessons with Ndiaye Rose and soon began expanding to other percussive instruments, including sabar, congas, bongos, timbales, timbal and others. He worked on his skills as a musician not only by taking many different classes, but also by traveling to countries with different musical styles, including Senegal, Guinea, Curacao, Maroc and Brazil.

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This broadened Steven’s musical passion from African percussion to include Brazilian and Latin music. At home in the Netherlands, Steven played with people of many nationalities, of learning by playing in the streets.

Venezuelan percussionists Roberto Quintero and Orlando Poleo inspired him in this genre and taught him the importance of practice and structure. Combining this methodological approach to percussion with practical, street-wise learning makes Steven’s technique remarkable and the broad range of instrumental knowledge adds impressive depth. Currently, Steven is recording and touring with the band KOFFIE, but for the past two years he has also performed with bands like Banda Magda (USA), The Re:Freshed Orchestra (NL), The Bill Laurance Group (UK) and Grammy Award winning band Snarky Puppy (USA). Steven can be heard on the Snarky Puppy album We like it here for which he recorded as a guest musician in Kytemans studio.

This work with Snarky Puppy led to broad recognition, while the KOFFIE album Huntu gave way to performances at many music festivals, bringing Steven’s percussion sounds to a wider audience. Jazzism described Huntu as outstanding album. These projects and collaborations made Steven into the versatile percussionist he is today. Steven values innovation and tries to mix different styles and rhythms throughout all his musical endeavors. At the moment Steven is recording his own music. A salsa album will be upcoming in the end of 2017. And finally Steven will release his first album which was recorded in Kytopia Utrecht. It is a mix of Afrobeat and Funk. International Salsa Magazine

Europe / Ukraine / Kyiv

Kyiv Sensual Festival 2019 See you soon! Kyiv Sensual Festival was born thanks to people who transformed into a festival of dancing, smiles, new acquaintances and unforgettable emotions. Owing to our guests from all over the world this dance event turned into an international fusion of culture. It was visited by more than 600 foreign guests from such countries as Italy, Spain, Cuba, Slovakia, Austria, Denmark, United Kingdom , Czech Republic, Switzerland, Austria, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Peru, Brazil, Ecuador, Argentina, Portugal, Russia, USA, Israel, Germany, Turkey, Lebanon, France, Belarus, Cyprus, Australia, Kazakhstan, India, China, Hungary, Belgium,Lithuania Latvia, Estonia, Greece, Netherlands, Romania, Poland, Moldova and etc. 34

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Huge thanks to our native Ukrainians who supported the festival from the Carpathians to the Donbass and from the Black Sea to the Desna. Altogether the festival was visited by more than 3700 people! Special thanks to all the instructors who sincerely shared their knowledge, skills and part of their energy during the workshops. We thank all the participants of the show program for your efforts - the audience was delighted.

Thanks to the whole KSF team for all your painstaking efforts and organization of such a huge and ambitious event. We are ready to go further to develop a culture of dance and open new horizons. Next 2019 year, you will find more dance floors, a division of master classes, 24-hour social dance rooms and an international format for the festival . We are grateful to every guest! See you at Kyiv Sensual Festival 2019!

Europe / Ukraine / Kyiv

Kyiv Sensual Festival from September 26th to 30th Workshops, Parties, Social & Shows Workshops on saturday and sunday. Intensive Bootcamp with Cornel & Rithika not included in the Fullpass or Party pass, buy separately. Only 20 couples. Level - intermediate. 4+1 Hours (2 hrs on Friday, 2 hrs on Saturday and perform on Sunday Show with artists) Parties, Social room & Shows During Friday, Saturday and Sunday night we will have parties. For the Kizomba dancers we also have a social room during daytime.

Venue Oasis Concert Hall The main venue of Kyiv Sensual Festival is one of the biggest and most beautiful concert halls in Ukraine.

All 3 days and 3 nights you will have a great opportunity to dance in 2 halls on the perfect floor, with professional sound and light. The best thing of the concert hall is the huge stage where we'll hold a concert of one of the most popular contemporary bachata singers Dustin Richie and his live band, as well as a show program at a Gala concert with international stars. Exclusively for you - more than 1,200 square meters of dance festival right in the heart of the Ukrainian capital. You will find an incredible atmosphere, a sea of emotions and dancing, dancing, dancing, with a special Ukrainian flavor, of course. See you! Contact: +380507328533 (WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram) kyivdancefestival@gmail.com More info: http://kyivdancefestival.com/ksf

Parties at night in 2 rooms: Room 1: Bachata 100% Room 2: Kizomba/Urban Kiz/Tarraxinha/Taraxxa Shows on Saturday and Sunday by International Artists and Student Teams and Live Bachata Show on Friday! Live concert with Dustin Richie & Live Band International Salsa Magazine

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Tempo Latino’s Team: “Thank you all!”

Tempo Latino thanks everyone who made this edition of the festival possible and invites for 2020. The letter from tempo-latino.com: You have been many during this 26th edition rainy, warm, tropical. Your presence goes to the heart and engages us in this multicultural project that is dear to us. So thanks to the artists of In and Off, their performances have always been ambitious and unique, and they always knew how to "take with them" the public to their stopover. Thank you to the volunteers, who came sometimes from far away and whose involvement goes far beyond the duration of the festival. Thanks to the institutional partners, 36

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Festival partners and local economic actors. And especially thank you to YOU, festival-goers, you made very strong strong the heart of the festival and it would have taken well more than two days rain to lower his Tempo. We will soon announce the dates of the 27th edition of the Tempo Latino festival, for a new rendezvous full of surprises and warmth to the rhythm of Afro Caribbean music ...

See you next year The team of Tempo Latino

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5 BEST PLACES TO DANCE IN BARCELONA We tell everything you need to know about it

Everyone wants to seize time when they travel, so we save you the search and show you the 5 places where you can go dancing salsa, bachata, merengue

and all those vibrant tropical rhythms. Europe cannot resist the swing of Latin music, dance and guaguancรณ! 1.- Antilla Salsa Barcelona Antilla Salsa Barcelona is a discotheque specialized in Latin Music, the best option for your nights of Salsa in the city. Pass by the discotheque and share with us our happiness, our rhythm and our unique atmosphere. Approach to discover the musical selection of our DJs: salsa, bachata, kizomba, merengue, rumba, cha-cha-cha, casino wheel...

wheel... They see and enjoy all our activities: exhibitions by renowned dancers, Free workshops and the collaboration of the Salsa-boys... Come and enjoy our unique and special environment! Their school organizes the courses quarterly, and in the summer it also offers Intensive Courses and free Workshops for those who want to take advantage of their vacation period. Their School of dance receives pupils of all levels and for the different specialties and rhythms, too. Address: Carrer d'Aragรณ 141, 08015 - Barcelona http://www.antillasalsa.com www.antillaescueladesalsa.com

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2.- Mojito Club Mojito Club is offering three salsa-nights a week and has one night completely dedicated to Cuban music. If you want latino music, salsa or bachata, Mojito Club is the place to go! On Fridays & Saturday the club is 100% an international latino music club. You will also find orchestras playing live music that you can strut your moves to. The club is very popular and might be busy on Fridays and Saturdays, so arrive early! Mojito Club is the reference of Salsa, Bachata and Latin music in Barcelona. The classic Mojitos and an international cocktail bar and the restaurant will not leave you indifferent! Sundays is student's day! If you are a student of their dance school, Sunday is your day. Enjoy discounts with your VIP card and wardrobes for FREE. If you don't know how to dance, they have their own Salsa School where you can learn from the first steps to the most advanced movements. Address: Carrer del Rosselló, 217, 08008 Barcelona http://www.mojitobcn.com 3.- Habana Club Habana Club is both a dance club and a restaurant in one. Go there for a delicious meal with live music or show off your rhythm and moves on the dancefloor. The club is located in the district of La Barceloneta and is very popular. You’ll definitely enjoy the view! The party in Habana Barcelona consists of a large number of live shows that will make you enjoy music, quality and harmony of your audience to the fullest. A place where you can enjoy a full night, with exquisite dinner, dances with our entertainers and the best tropical cocktails and mojitos in Barcelona. Address: Passeig de Joan Borbó, 74.

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4.- El Bombón El Bombón is the portal to the Caribbean in the heart of Barcelona. Salsa, latin soul, merengue, caribbean food and cocktails. The best Caribbean tapas in Barcelona and the best music. Amazing cocktails and amazing food!! Really good dancing music but not enough space to dance, so try to go to monday to friday. Address: C. Mercè, 13 bis, Barcelona. https://www.facebook.com/bombonbarcelona/

5.- Dio Club The party for students and partners of the Seven Dance dance school. It is a magnificent space in the neighborhood of Gracia that has 2 spacious dance halls and that on Thursdays and Saturdays you can go dancing salsa, bachata and kizomba as long as you have your school membership card. You can get your get your card completely free at the door or by contacting them previously. On Fridays and Sundays you can go dancing ballroom dancing or swinging. It is advisable to check the schedule before going to dance. A lovely place to practice any type of dance offered there, plenty of space, comfortable ventilation and a bar as god commands. Address: Carrer del Perill, 10 08012 Barcelona https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dio-Club/544345925626341

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Africa / Morocco / Marrakech

World Salsa Congress Marrakech 2019

Because we know it's the event you were waiting for World Salsa Congress Marrakech 2018 was a great success at all levels. Thanks to the loyalty and massive presence of many people, they are here again. Thanks also to their partners who support them and believe in this beautiful project. The next edition will take place in 2019 from 4th to September 10th. Also we will do everything to ensure that the event is up to your expectations with an exceptional ambience of feast and Exchange.

World's best Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba Congress! Everybody will be there! More than 2500 visitors from 115 countries! 4 Dancefloors: Salsa NY / LA Cuban - Kizomba - Bachata! 6 Days of Fun, Pool Parties and Sun at 33 Â°C! For only 270â&#x201A;Ź Hotel 5* 4 nights incl full Pass! In one of the world's best Hotels in Marrakech: "Palmeraie Resorts" Your Dream Vacation with the greatest Salsa, Kizomba & Bachata artists Flights Cheap flights to Marrakech www.transavia.com (Amsterdam, Lilli, Lyon, Nantes, Paris, Strasbourg) www.easyjet.com (Spain, France, Belgium, Germany, Holland, England, Italy etc ...) www.ryanair.com (Germany, France International Salsa Magazine

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www.govoyage.com (Any source) www.flug.idealo.de www.expedia.fr www.iliva.com www.vueling.com www.airarabia.com www.jetairfly.com www.easyvols.fr There are cheap flight as well to Casablanca and Agadir! About 3 Hours with the train (10 Euro) 44

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Meet you in Marrakech on the on 4th of September 2019!

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KAYA International Dance Festival 2019 Mozambique Biggest dance congress! Everything is ready for the meeting in Maputo, from September 26 to 29! Kizomba, Salsa, Bachata, Xigubo, Tango & Semba. National and international artists, dancing awards, workshops, shows, DJÂ´s, beach party, red carpet night, Capulana/African Night, and much more... Thursday 26th September Pre Party Location: Black Salt Time: 18: 00- 00: 00h Dress Code: Casual Free entrance -Ads of the program, Registration and collection of tapes / tickets, Draw of tickets, sale of tickets, music and a lot of dance. International Salsa Magazine

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Friday 27th September Press Conference: 17h-18h Workshops Location: Polana Casino Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Red Carpet Night (Official Opening) Location: Polana Casino Time: 21: 00h Dress code: Classic Gala Interviews, Dancing Awards, Key Performances Entry: Full Pass / Party Pass / 800mtn Saturday September 28th Workshops Location: Polana Casino Time: 10: 00-18: 00

Traditional Capulana Party Location: Casino Polana Time: 22: 00h Dress Code: Capulana Entry: Full Pass / Party Pass / 800mtn Sunday September 29th Workshops Location: Polana Casino Time: 10: 00-14: 00 Beach Party / Final Party Location: South Beach Time: 14:00 - 22:00 Dress Code: Beach-Crazy Colors / all white Entry: Full Pass / Party Pass / Tickets

INFO: Email: kayadancefestival@gmail.com Call: +258847000896 Whatsapp: +27736519160 / +258825463302

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Asia / Lebanon / Byblos

Lebanon Latin Festival

Where Fun And Professionalism Meet ! 4th to 9th September 2019 The successful Lebanon LATIN Festival is back on September 4th to 9th, 2019 bringing you always the Top of the line artists & world champions. It is held in the luxurious beach resort “Edde Sands”, located in the oldest inhabited city in the world “Byblos, Lebanon”. This festival has become the biggest in the Middle East, and one of the favorites worldwide: 48

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Hosting 80+ super talented artists 15+ amazing DJ’s 125+ top quality workshops 2 bootcamps 50+ hours of social dancing including afternoon social dancing for the first time 90+ stunning shows 3 arenas to party, the famous crazy pool party, live singers, adding unforgettable beach parties and nonstop animations. Dance Styles: Sasla on 1, Salsa on 2, Salsa Cubana, Bachata, Kizomba, Bachatango, Pachanga, Zouk, Kuduro, Semba, Cha cha cha,

Boogaloo, Zorpa, Zumba, Hip hop, Samba, Oriental, Dabke, Bollywood, Bachata acrobatica, Salsa Colombiana, Afro Cubano, Casino Rueda, Lady Styling, Fo0twork, musicality & more... Full Passes: **Full Pass includes: Full access to Edde Sands Resort, Access to all the workshops, Access to 4 nights of shows & parties. **One Day Pass : One daytime access to the resort & workshops. Full Pass 200$ TILL September 5 / Under 12 years 120$ Performer Pass 165$ September 5

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Hotels: Walking Distance from Festival Main Venue. ALEPH HOTEL: Single: 125$ -- Double 150$ -- Triple 195$ BYBLOS PALACE: Single: 100$ -- Double 140$ -- Triple 165$ Suite: Double 180$ -- Triple 210$ CANARI HOTEL: Single: 90$ -- Double 130$ -- Triple 150$ EHOTEL: Courtyard: Single: 145$ -- Double 165$ Sea view: Single 200$ -- Double 220$ Junior: Double 255$ --Triple 300$ HOTEL DE MON PERE: Single: 100$ -- Double: 130$/ night -Triple 150$ MONOBERGE HOTEL: Single: 125$ -- Double 150$ -- Triple 195$ OCEAN BLUE HOTEL: Single Courtyard: 100$ -- Double 120$ -Triple 140$ Single Seaview: 160$ -- Double 170$ -Triple 185$

DANCE IS THE HIDDEN LANGUAGE OF THE SOUL! Contact Us Anna Chiha M: 00961 3 727 240 Joe Hanna M: 00 971 50 442 2360 http://www.lebanonlatinfestival.com

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Oceania / Australia / Brisbane

Level Up Bachata & Kizomba Festival

Level Up Bachata & Kizomba Festival 19th - 22nd Australia

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alongside those who are just as passionate as you. It's all about you! What to expect: +20 International and National artists in Bachata & Kizomba/Urban Kiz. +40 Workshops Amazing Top DJs of World Class Quality! 4 Crazy parties on 2 Dance floors with 1 floor 100% Bachata and 1 floor 100% Kizomba/Urban Kiz/Mix Bachata Flashmob: Learn the routine beforehand and perform with the rest of the flasmobers at the festival. Bachata Live Concert by SoulSonido Jack'n'Jill Artists + Audience Boat Party Its time to level up! We are a festival that focuses on leveling International Salsa Magazine

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up your dancing, fun and amazing atmosphere, and uniting with those who share the same passion. Workshops, Parties, Social & Shows +40 Workshops of Bachata Sensual, Bachata Fusion, Dominican Bachata, Urban Kiz/ Kizomba and Tarraxinha. Parties on thursday, friday, saturday and sunday that are included in the Fullpass and Partypass. Parties, Social room & Shows - PreParty on Thursday TBC. - Friday, saturday and sunday parties at night in 2 rooms : Room 1: Bachata Room 2: Kizomba/Urban Kiz/Tarraxinha/Taraxxa - AfterParty on Monday at Paradizo Studios. Shows on friday and saturday night by International and National artists and student teams. Sunday night we will have the special Artists & Audience Jack'n'Jill.

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Accommodation Options Gabba Central Apartments by Vivo 200m~ from venue Address: 803 Stanley St, Woolloongabba QLD 4102 * Kangaroo Point Holiday Apartments - 450m~ from venue Address: 819 Main St, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169 * Kangaroo Point Central Hotel and Apartments - 650m~ from venue Address 721 Main St, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169 * Quest Woolloongabba - 650m~ from venue Address: 130 Logan Rd, Woolloongabba QLD 4102 * Eastwood Apartments - 750m~ from venue Address: 159 Logan Rd, Woolloongabba QLD 4102 * Paramount Motel - 850m~ from venue Address: 649 Main St, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169 * Breeze Lodge - 850m~ from venue Address: 635 Main St, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169 * Best Western Plus Hotel Diana 950m~ from venue

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Travellers info Main airport: BNE - Bribane Airport Other options: OOL- Gold Coast Airport - 100km distance by car, bus or train. Extra Services & Merchandise BACHATA FLASHMOB Learn the choreography beforehand, rehearse 1 hour on the festival with the rest of the flashmobers and perform in front of everybody on Saturday Night! $20. Limited Spots BOAT PARTY Sunday 22nd from 4pm to 7.30pm Join us on an amazing afternoon in one of the biggest boats with

dancefloor in Brisbane. $35. Limited spots MERCHANDISE T-shirts for Men/Women WOMEN sizes: XS, S, M, L MEN sizes: S, M, L, XL $25. Limited amount!! For any other questions or inquiries please contact: Level Up Bachata & Kizomba Festival - Brisbane Mail: levelupbachatafestival@gmail.com Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/BBK LN More info: https://www.levelupfestival.com/

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Latin America Venezuela - Mexico - Puerto Rico Karina Bernales Augusto Felibertt Eiling Blanco

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Joel Uriola “Soy el mejor, porque me supero a mí mismo” Muy pronto estrenará el tema, Cuidadillo allí ok Este pianista, arreglista y productor musical venezolano, nace un 04 de enero del año 1963 en Caracas, en la popular parroquia de Antímano, la misma que vio nacer al Sonero del Mundo Oscar D´ León, casualidad o su destino ya estaba escrito y enrumbado en dirección a un sueño que con los años haría realidad; ser el mejor y que su trabajo sea reconocido tanto a nivel nacional como internacionalmente.

En nuestra tertulia, Joel nos afirma que cuando se cataloga como el mejor, nada tiene que ver con competir con los demás o con aires de grandeza, sino con superarse a sí mismo en todo lo que se propone, nos dice que “mi camino es más largo, pero yo llego como Joel Uriola”, su nombre es un sello que asegura un trabajo de calidad.

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Este pianista, arreglista y productor musical venezolano, nace un 04 de enero del año 1963 en Caracas, en la popular parroquia de Antímano, la misma que vio nacer al Sonero del Mundo Oscar D´ León, casualidad o su destino ya estaba escrito y enrumbado en dirección a un sueño que con los años haría realidad; ser el mejor y que su trabajo sea reconocido tanto a nivel nacional como internacionalmente. En nuestra tertulia, Joel nos afirma que cuando se cataloga como el mejor, nada tiene que ver con competir con los demás o con aires de grandeza, sino con superarse a sí mismo en todo lo que se propone, nos dice que “mi camino es más largo, pero yo llego como Joel Uriola”, su nombre es un sello que asegura un trabajo de calidad. Con 38 años de trayectoria musical Joel Uriola tiene talento de sobra, nivel y experiencia, en cada producción echa mano de la mejor camada de músicos venezolanos y se sigue manteniendo a la vanguardia musical, todo esto queda demostrado en las más de 1000 producciones musicales en las que ha participado como ejecutante, director o productor musical, con artistas nacionales e internacionales. Joel Uriola ¿El mejor? “Así es, la metafísica dice que no puedes hablar de ti de manera negativa, no puedes vender un producto sino tienes un buen marketing, debes ver más allá, ser tu 56

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propio gerente, la mayoría de las empresas disqueras están en manos de ignorantes de la música que manejan el trabajo del artista”. “Los artistas tienen la obligación de cultivarse, aprender y no sólo ser músicos, debemos proyectarnos a lo grande”.

¿Cómo se desarrolló su infancia y cómo fue el ambiente de la época? “Tuve una buena educación en mi hogar, con valores, una abuela con carácter, que me decía que no importaba donde vivías, tu comportamiento marcaria la diferencia, ella siempre me motivo, al igual que mi mamá que también me inculcaba que me preparara, mi abuela era una mujer emprendedora, mi papá era guitarrista de rumba y profesor de la Católica”.

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“Recuerdo que vi el debut del Trabuco Venezolano en el CC Propatria, como cosas del destino mi mamá tenía una oficina allí al igual que la gente de la Dimensión Latina”. ¿A qué edad comenzó en la música y con cuáles orquestas dio sus primeros pasos? “Mis comienzos musicales se dieron en la Escuela de Música “Prudencio Esáa” arrancando profesionalmente a los 17 años con un grupo llamado Galaxia, yo era el conguero, era un grupo de Son y ensayábamos en el observatorio”. “Luego pase a formar parte de los Caracuchos de Joseito Rodríguez desde el año 77 al 79, a quien conocí gracias Jesús “Totin” Rebolledo, después con la Dimensión Latina desde el año 79 al 80, de Cesar Monges me quedo un gran aprendizaje, y desde el 83 al 87 con Oscar D´ León.

¿Y por qué se da ese cambio de la conga al piano? “Debido al ruido que hacía en la casa cuando ensayaba y el equipo prendido a todo volumen, mi mamá de una manera subliminal me regalo un órgano, era menos el ruido, y luego comencé a imitar lo que hacían los pianista de manera autodidacta, recuerdo el tema de Pete Rodríguez… Que cosas tiene la vida, la vida la vida”. “Luego mi mamá me compró un piano y me llevo hacer la audición a la Escuela de Música y quede, fui alumno del maestro Tiero Pezzuti, Gerry Well y Samuel del Real”. “En los locales nocturnos del Rosal hice muchas suplencias, ahí me pulí, tuve una buena preparación y unos grandes maestros que son mis amigos”. Que anécdotas tiene de su experiencia de trabajar al lado de Oscar D´ León, y de aquel solo de piano en el tema “Cuídate bien”, ¿Pensaste en algún momento que siendo tan joven, casi 20 años tu International Salsa Magazine

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nombre quedaría por siempre en la mente del salsero? “La época con Oscar fue de gloria, conocí muchos lugares, hacíamos giras de 3 y 4 meses, se disfrutaba pero también pasábamos vainas, me quedo un gran aprendizaje y la disciplina”. “Tuve la bendición de conocer muchos músicos que admiraba como a Eddie Palmieri, Salvador Cuevas, Barry Rogers, entre otros, con Domingo Quiñones hice una gran amistad”. “En cuanto a la improvisación siento un gran orgullo, fue algo que salió en ese momento, no sé si me vuelva a salir –risas-”. ¿Cuál músico ha sido su mayor influencia? “Markolino Diamond, Eddie Palmieri, Papo Lucca”. ¿Un pianista que admire? “Markolino Diamond es mi ídolo, mucho de lo que hago tiene que ver con este tipo, si él estuviera vivo no existiera…”. “Era irreverente, loco, rompió los esquemas”. 58

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¿Cómo ve la respuesta del público salsero con sus producciones? “Siempre habrá admiradores y detractores, con el nivel de conciencia que vas obteniendo no te molesta que haya gente que no le guste tu trabajo, hago música para todo el mundo”. “La opinión del público te puede matar sino estas preparado para eso, pero debes creer en lo que haces”. ¿Cómo ves el apoyo de los medios para difundir su música? “Gracias a Dios desaparecieron las compañías disqueras, los que menos sabían de música las controlaban, ellos decidían que era comercial y que no, en los medios alternativos hay respuesta y apoyo, sin embargo, las redes sociales te permiten llegar en cuestión de segundos a muchos lugares y tú mismo puedes hacer tu marketing”. ¿Qué opina de las fusiones que están haciendo con salsa, por ejemplo, salsa y reggaetón?

“Funciona perfectamente, es salsa urbana, el reggaetón con su contenido lírico ha mejorado bastante, lo han suavizado, los reguetoneros tienen un gran apoyo económico y comunicacional”. “Las cosas buenas se avalan, el reggaetón es visto como en sus comienzos fue vista la Salsa, con malos ojos, pero ya ves, la Salsa está a nivel mundial hasta los chinos la bailan, la gente consume lo que le pone la radio, así sea malo, hay espacio para todo el mundo”. ¿Cómo maestro de música que has aportado al país? “Formar a la generación de relevo, en valores y disciplina, y que esa semilla siga germinando, ayudar a la gente indistinto de como a veces te paguen”. ¿Por qué músico y no otra profesión? “Yo quería ser Disip (cuerpo de inteligencia de Venezuela), pero cuando uno nace marcado para algo, eso es lo que va… Mi destino es la música”.

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¿Cómo ve la industria musical en estos momentos? “Todo el mundo está grabando con su propio esfuerzo, haces un tema lo subes a las redes, tenemos esa poderosa herramienta a nuestro favor; las compañías disqueras te limitaban, ya no se graban casi discos”. ¿Se puede vivir de la música? “Bueno… Gracias a Dios yo puedo hacerlo, todos los días me levanto como un conuquero a trabajar, yo puedo vivir de la música”. De las 9 producciones en tu haber, ¿cuál crees es para ti la mejor o la más importante? “Babalawo (2009), la mejor lograda, la mejor trabajada en todos los aspectos, se vendió en todas las casas religiosas”. ¿Que lo motivó a formar su propia orquesta? “Siempre he sido un líder, por eso decidí formar mi propia orquesta, cada quien tiene su momento”. ¿No es un trabajo difícil eso de componer y arreglar? “Se nace para esto, no es difícil, debes estudiar y prepararte, mi musa puede llegar a las 3 a.m., me levanto y voy agregando o sazonando mi música a mi manera, escucho música tradicional cubana, jazz que me inspiran”. ¿En estos momentos qué hace Joel Uriola? “Actualmente me dedico a producir para otros artistas del género Salsero, siempre

ofreciendo calidad, lo más reciente es el trabajo con la Orquesta Mercadonegro con el tema Rumba Negrito”. Eres el arreglista de los 3 temas que dieron a conocer internacionalmente a la orquesta Bailatino, has sido el Productor y arreglista en cinco temas de “Rumberos del callejón”, entre otros artistas venezolanos ¿Qué se siente contribuir para que otros venezolanos tengan éxito? “En el momento que haces las cosas lo haces con la mejor intención, y eso es la mayor satisfacción, ayudar a que los demás crezcan indistinto de como paguen”. ¿Siente que hace falta la unidad y el compañerismo en el gremio salsero? “Totalmente, sin unidad no se logra nada”. ¿Qué opina de copiar, imitar y no crear? “El que imita está destinado al fracaso, uno debe tener personalidad, no te debes agarrar de algo ajeno para sobrevivir, tiene más valor lo que haces, debes tener capacidad creativa”. ¿Planes futuros o presente? “Estoy grabando dos temas, Cuidadillo allí ok composición de Maurice Melo, una salsa con elementos rítmicos sabrosos, timba y salsa dura, y el segundo tema Tu eres el maestro es de connotación Cristiana, con la Orquesta Alabanza, el tema es de mi autoría, una salsa chévere con salsa cristiana”. Joel nos reafirma “Mi camino es largo, pero yo llego como Joel Uriola, yo soy el que soy, soy el mejor”. International Salsa Magazine

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hard salsa bar caracas presenta su primer baile del aÑo Para este 5 de Octubre, Hard Salsa Bar Caracas realizara su primer baile en tributo a Eddie Palmieri conocido por ser uno de los mejores pianistas y compositor puertoriqueño - estadounidense de los últimos 50 años, líder de banda, arreglista y compositor de Salsa y Jazz Latino, logrando fusionar el ritmo puertorriqueño con la complejidad de sus influencias de Jazz Thelonious Monk, Herbie Hancock, McCoy Tyner y su hermano mayor, Charlie Palmieri. En pocas palabras es reconocido como uno de los artistas más innovadores en la historia de la música hispana y uno de los pioneros de la Salsa. Compra tu entrada llamando al número telefónico +58 4125895160 o a su cuenta de Facebook @HardSalsaBarCaracas, recuerda que se estará realizando en Ibiza del Centro Plaza, Altamira, Los Palos Grandes, Caracas, Venezuela. Este evento será única e inolvidable que no te puedes perder.

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Redames (Randy) Plaza Legacía de la Salsa Es salsa de ayer y hoy para el bailador y el salsero romántico”. Randy Plaza, natural de Carolina, Puerto Rico es el productor, compositor, editora y sello independiente de Legacía de la Salsa. Creado en el año 2007, LS surge bajo una constante inquietud de ver y sentir como se ha desvalorizado el género de la salsa musicalmente a través de los años. Legacía de la Salsa es un invento, un concepto, un movimiento, un experimento, que intenta primeramente elevar la calidad musical de la salsa a otro nivel, mantener viva la tradición, demostrar que si trabajamos en conjunto y sin interés todo se puede lograr, y pregonar a todos que la salsa

no ha terminado. Que no esta en extinción, que no ha pasado de moda, ni ha perdió el estilo. “Que todo eso son cuentos del aburrido”. Legacía de la Salsa es el legado y la enseñanza recibida de los grandes maestros de la salsa, quienes nos han cautivado de diversas maneras y a quien le debemos todo lo que fue el desarrollo y la fusión de este genero hasta el punto de establecerlo como raíz en el corazón de cada latino. International Salsa Magazine

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Legacía de la Salsa. Una semana antes de partir Tito Gómez ya formaba parte de este concepto musical. Por tal perdida se decide cancelar el primer concierto de Legacía de la Salsa en la ciudad de New York el 21 de Julio del 2007 en donde el habría participado como estrella invitada.

“Es salsa de ayer y hoy para el bailador y el salsero romántico”. Legacía de la Salsa logra incorporar el sentir de alguna de las máximas instituciones salseras en este proyecto, ya sea por el sonido musical, por el estilo, por los arreglos, por lo romántico, los cantantes, etc. De esta manera podemos recuperar un poco de lo que se ha perdido en la actualidad, complacer a todo el mercado salsero, y llenar ese espacio vacío; huérfano de estilo y ritmo, e instruir y educar musicalmente al desorientado y al que se perdió en el camino. “La esencia del ayer en el día a día de hoy, salsa tradicional sin monotonía y sin rellenos. Para ti salsero, cocolo, rumbero, con sabor y sentimiento”. La inesperada, lamentable y trágica muerte de Humberto Gómez deja un enorme vacío en la formación de 62

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participado como estrella invitada. En ese instante entramos al estudio de grabación insegura y con la enorme inquietud de querer hacer lo mejor posible en su nombre, nunca olvidando la persona que fue y seguirá siendo para nosotros y sin dejar a un lado su legado musical. https://www.legaciadelasalsa.com/

LatinAmerica / México / Ciudad de México

Willie Gonzalez, Luis Enrique & Diego Moran Segundo Festival Latino de la Salsa en México

El viernes 18 de octubre a las 19:30 hrs se estará realizando el Festival Latino de la Salsa, el cual se estará realizando en la Arena de ciudad de México (CDMX) en su segunda edición, donde se estarán presentando Diego Morán, Luis Enrique y Willie González. Asi que compra tu entrada a través de https://www.viagogo.com/pa/Festival-Tickets/ International-Festivals/Festival-Latino-de-la-SalsaTickets/Q-3618306, recuerda que estarán presentándose 2 grandes artistas salseros tocando sus más grandes éxitos

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Conoce y aprenda la Salsa Venezolana Sabías que en Venezuela la Salsa tradicional básica es conocida como “Salsa Cero”, donde cualquier persona lo único que necesita es “No saber bailar”, saber los pasos básicos de la salsa, oír y sentir el ritmo de la música y la musicalización. Los pasos básicos de la salsa son: 1. Paso de lado y/o lateral : Este paso básico consiste de tres pasos que se ejecutan en los primeros tres tiempos del compás. El cuarto tiempo del compás es una pausa donde no se realiza ningún paso. Los tres pasos se repiten a la inversa en un segundo compás para completar una secuencia del paso.

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2. Cruzado o cross: en este paso los pies se mueven de la siguiente manera: En el golpe 1, el pide derecho da un paso por delante del pie izquierdo, de manera que lo cruza. En el golpe 2, el pie izquierdo cruza al pie derecho, y así sucesivamente.

3. Marcha: Se trata de un paso muy similar al lateral, pero en esta ocasión consiste en dar dos “2” pasos hacia delante y dos “2” hacia atrás, avanzando a pasos cortos y se repite el ciclo. Con este paso lo puede

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ejecutar el bailarín solo o con pareja, esta última no se realiza e Suele ejecutarse en pareja pero no frente a frente, ya que las dos personas no pueden realizar la marcha al mismo tiempo. 4. Vueltas: las vueltas tanto en el hombre como en la mujer pueden realizarse con cualquiera de los pasos mencionados anteriormente. La vuelta se realiza en por lo general en el paso 1 donde el hombre invita a la mujer a realizar su paso básico a dar la vuelta, todo dependerá de la entrada que realice la pareja. Existen diferentes tipos de vueltas, te mencionamos las básicas en esta ocasión:

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a. b. c. d. f. g. h.

Vuelta de la mujer/hombre. Vuelta en Croos. Vuelta del hombre. Derecha izquierda. e. El Puente. El 70. Sesenta.

La Mariposa.

¿Sabías que la Salsa Cero no es sólo para aprender a bailar? Muchas personas que practican o aprenden “Salsa Casino” toman el taller y/o clases de salsa cero para aprender a "contar" la música que se está bailando ya que el conteo musical es la base fundamental de cualquier baile. Uno de las características de este ritmo es la expresión corporal, ya que hay detalles o mensajes corporales que hace entender a la pareja como moverse o que vuelta va a realizar y estos detalles lo puedes saber con la mirada, posición de las manos y del cuerpo antes y durante la vuelta a realizar. Estos detalles son muy importantes sobre todo en el hombre que es el que controla y/o manipula a la mujer para que baile al compás. Entre los diferentes estilos de salsa, la salsa venezolana tiene un detalle muy especial he interesante y es que es un estilo muy sensual, en el que los bailarines hacen miles de giros y se abrazan constantemente, mostrando su potencial, emoción y sentimientos en el momento.

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