International Salsa magazine - June 2020

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Phil Robinson: An artist with a brilliant career and a positive outlook on the future.

Blue Note Jazz Club

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Johnny Cruz Column: Great news!

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Meet Dance Dojo and get ready to dance

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Find The Best Competition in Australia Bachata Championship 2020.

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Carlos David Suarez: Professional dancer, choreographer, instructor and musician.

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Miles Bould

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Enjoy The Second Edition of Castel Salsa Bachata Kizomba Festival

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Be Seduced By Bodrum Summer Salsa Marathon 2021.

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3 Days Full of Parties in Yorkshire Salsa Congress.

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DOMIDANCE

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Jay Ruiz Puerto Rico Con Sabor”

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Conoce a Richard “Saoco” Rodríguez

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Hicham Billouch

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Carlos David Suarez:

Professional dancer, choreographer, instructor and musician

Art has been in his veins since he was born, and Carlos David Suarez has cultivated his artistic gift, going far and traveling the world teaching and learning.

He was born in Caracas, Venezuela, and grew up in the west of the city in the 23 de Enero, a well-known area to give birth and raise artists, athletes and talented people.

Carlos knew from a very young age that he wanted to be a musician (timbalero) ...

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the house of one of the best percussionists in Venezuela and from that moment he began his career in the art world.

Later, his mother could not take him to music classes anymore and unfortunately had to leave them aside, and continue with his primary studies. Although in one way or another, he was always connected with the stage and the dance. At school, he was part of plays, acts, traditional dances and everything related to the arts.

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Years later, he started playing soccer, and soon realized that he was in love with the sport, and began training hard to thrive within teams.

One of his main strengths is discipline, so he applied it to both: art and sport. He came to play on good teams and was seen himself playing professionally outside of his native country.

"Yes, I always saw myself outside Venezuela, not because of any specific situation, but because as a child I saw myself traveling the world with music, art, or sports."

Years later, when he was 14, his older brother took him to Imagenes Latinas, an incredible artistic dance school where he trained, and the only one he attended for at least 8 years. There he studied ballet, contemporary dance, jazz, hip hop, funky, Latin genres and above all; Salsa.

"I had great teachers who gave me the opportunity, seeing that desire to be a better artist every day, especially Arelis Guevara, owner and choreographer of the company" After many efforts, sacrifices, study and, above all, hours after hours of rehearsals, Carlos become the first dancer of the professional company for three consecutive years. He traveled with the company to many national and international events, conferences and TV shows ... South America, USA, Europe and Asia.

After his stay in the company, he decided to take other roads, take his own path and do new things. It was part of a ballet where he made musicals and all kinds of varied shows. He learned a lot about other disciplines such as tap, flamenco, nationalist dance, tango; and even a little acting.

He was in the ranks of this ballet for two years and then took his path as a soloist. For the first time, he had the opportunity to travel outside his country; to Miami. “I was working on famous nightclub shows; then I went to Los Angeles to work with another dance company that I was in for a short time and then I went to Panama. �

He worked for a short time in Panama; he returned for a short time to Venezuela, and moved to Casablanca, Morocco, where he worked in Salsa and Bachata shows. After two years, and to continue evolving in his artistic career, he decided to go to Europe. He arrived to the city of Amsterdam, Holland, where he was doing shows and workshops at congresses as a soloist.

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Soon, he moved to Germany to pursue his dance training ... He lived in Germany for two years, worked at various dance schools, and began to expand his horizons, making himself known at Salsa conferences throughout Germany, Europe and Africa. Then after another job offer, and pursuing more dreams and learning, he moved to Milano, Italy, where he lived for a couple of years and the opportunities to go to conferences and festivals were multiplying, giving classes and workshops in Europe, Africa and the United States.

At the time of this interview, Carlos is based in the United States completing art projects with other companies. “I have had the joy of playing as a musician, and working with excellent companies, dancers, famous awards and great artists such as Juan Luis Guerra, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Pitbull, Chino & Nacho, El Gran Combo de PR, Los Adolescentes, among others. .. �

Carlos SuĂĄrez continues to study, train and learn more and more from this career, which in his opinion is infinite to learn.

He continues to work as an instructor, choreographer and dancer, doing shows at many festivals, giving his best at every step, respecting his work, image, integrity and ethics.

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Get to know Carlos more closely

International Salsa Magazine (ISM): Define in 5 lines, who is Carlos Suarez?

Carlos Suarez (CS): A person who respects everyone, considering that we are equal, and each one has a different knowledge, talent and strength. A person who aspired, fought and achieved his dream of being an artist, despite all the experiences.

Lover to be able to help and teach everyone. Someone who always gives all the support and love to his family and friends. Very disciplined with himself and with his students.

ISM: What do you enjoy most about your profession?

CS: Being able to get to know many countries, cultures, new people, and above all, being able to inspire others to believe in a discipline such as art.

ISM On what platforms and upcoming events (face-to-face and virtual we will see you)?

CS: To see me on platforms or social media, you can go to my Instagram: @casu__ or my Facebook page: CaSu Dance & Beats. On these two platforms I always leave all my videos of classes, shows, workshops, musicals, etc. Right now due to the pandemic I do not have specific information on where I will be presenting myself, but if you follow me on the social media, you will know just when I know it.

ISM: How do you see yourself in 5 years?

CS: Good question ...

I still see myself exercising my career as an artist and dedicating myself much more to music, which is one of the things that I'm most passionate about, and I haven't had the opportunity to dedicate myself 100%. I see myself as an even more trained person and with much more knowledge, I also see myself dedicating love to a family and above all ... I see myself being happy without hurting anyone.

ISM: What is your advice for those young people who, like you, are fighting for their dreams in the dance world?

CS: My advice is to never let anyone make fun of your dreams, nor do you make fun of the dreams of others ... I believed, I bet on myself, and I won ... I am the artist I wanted to be and I still have a long way to go, but all this does not come alone ... It is a process that costs a lot, studying, preparing, always staying mentally and physically fit, learning languages so that they can defend themselves in the world and, above all, be people who love and respect their work ... Art.

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Phil Robinson: An artist with a brilliant career and a positive outlook on the future.

Sonero, composer, performer and leader of his own orchestra. His charisma and his entrepreneurial, creative and positive attitude make everyone who has the opportunity to talk with him enter his world, his love for music, and his passion for improving, learning and being better every day.

Phil Robinson has loved art from a young age. The artistic influences that he had from his mother and his aunts, directed him to a gratifying world full of unforgettable experiences. A complete artist, with many stories to tell and whom it is definitely worth learning from.

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Born in the Bronx, New York, to Dominican and Puerto Rican parents, he grew up and had his first approaches to music in the Dominican Republic, surrounded by close family members who sang, recited poetry, and performed. When he was just 5 years old, he listened and was inspired by the

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Spanish singer, Joselito, considered a child prodigy for the time.

With the passing of the years, and as a teenager, he returned to the Bronx that saw him born, just in the days of Fania. He admits that at that time his voice was not yet fully developed, but thanks to his sister he was always in contact and learning about Latin music, especially Salsa.

“I had a lot of interesting exhibitions. At the time when I returned from the Dominican Republic, I lived for a long time in the South Bronx, where I was born. And I had the opportunities to see all those artists like Larry Harlow and Ismael Miranda (who worked together), Héctor Lavoe, Willie Colón… And I looked at these Latino artists and said to my sister: One day I am going to be on that stage!”

enriching and motivating for a young Phil Robinson.

The Orquesta Yaré of southern New Jersey was the first group in which Phil Robinson had the opportunity to participate, develop his voice and work to improve his native talent. With this participation, it was time to explore more, focus on the music, and let it all flow down to the path Phil wanted to lead.

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"Music is an art. It is a profession that takes a lot of sacrifice, which requires being very consistent, and never letting yourself be carried away by negative thoughts that you are not going to achieve it, but rather thinking that God knows what He does and how far He wants to take you ”

By the 1960s and 1970s, Latin music was booming in the United States. In addition to radio, orchestras had become mainstream and performed in American venues. All of this was very

The Orquesta Yaré was a dream of a young man who, like Phil, wanted to succeed in the world of Latin music. Founded and directed by Leroy Gutiérrez (conguero, timbalero and bongo player) with original themes; and his brothers Johnny (bongosero) and Loui (trumpeter). At that International International SalsaSalsa Magazine Magazine 11

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Orquesta Yaré accompanied them. It was a dream to be able to play alongside artists he admired. After years of that presentation happened, Phil reunited in Los Angeles with Néstor Sánchez and was able to share a photograph of that first presentation.

It's fascinating how Phil recounts all these unforgettable experiences:

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time, Leroy was a percussionist, but he also learned to play the piano by himself, without having a teacher.

Gutiérrez invited Phil to participate, to make him a star. Yaré was an orchestra of 12 musicians, all the music was original.

“Our first performance was in 1973, on San Juan Day, at a celebration of el Día de Puerto Rico, in Vineland, New Jersey. I began to develop my voice, I did not have so much control over it, nor did I know how far it could go; but I had the enthusiasm that I was seeing something that I had been dreaming about for a long time, and it was coming true.”

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“...They had taken me a photo with him, and I had that photo here for years. Someone invited me to a show where he was going to be here in Los Angeles, and I grabbed my photo and took it for the meeting. That day he signed me the photo of more than twenty years ago... and he did remember me! ” Everything that has happened in all these years since that first presentation in 1973, have been experiences to remember for a lifetime, and have given him the push to keep going.

“No one has to instill in me what it is to be in music, because that is already in me, it is in my blood, it is in my feet. No one has to ask me to continue in the music " Those encounters with certain characters who already had names, who was famous; and he found himself next to them, was enough to keep Phil's energy high forever, continuing with the work to make dreams come true, and trying to be as original as possible.

Each experience has allowed him to gain knowledge of how music works. Times have changed and it is no longer so necessary to have a "sponsor" who invests in you and helps

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February 2020 on location filming the short movie Darling Boy

you finance an album, or who promotes you. You can do it yourself.

The key to reinvention Although he confesses that it's not something that he has planned, every day Phil thanks God for a new awakening and in his mind there is always that spark of imagining what he can do to take that daily opportunity to improve himself and always be active.

When referring to the current situation, generated by the Covid-19 pandemic, he thinks that the inconvenience that has affected everyone the most, especially for

be unexpected, is the possibility of working freely. But he remains positive towards the future, thinking that everything will pass. Applaud the initiatives of his colleagues in Los Angeles, where he currently lives, to use social media to sing their original songs and keep in touch so that people stay aware of what they are doing.

Regarding his activity on social networks, Phil tells us: "For my part, I have not prepared to make that kind of approach to social media. But sometimes I put my songs on, or send a positive message to the salsa community, to my friends, to my colleagues, to people who like my music. And I stay present, not daily, because people forget about you when they don't see you, but when they hear a lot about you, the magic goes away ... I like that people don't get so tired of seeing you or hearing your name, but suddenly you show up and people realize that you are in contact. " International International SalsaSalsa Magazine Magazine 13

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Don’t be sad, very soon you can expect a couple of performances by Phil Robinson on his social media, with the tracks of his original music, to keep in touch and accompany him at this moment in which it is so important to stay at home.

The charismatic artist thinks that what is happening now is going to completely change the normality to which we are accustomed. Although he does not know what the end result will be, because everything is very uncertain, he knows that the salsa community is looking forward to the moment of returning to the clubs, and reflects on the need to be 100% sure of maintaining our safety and individual care. , and that of those around us.

Phil Robinson with Producer and Director Salim Samouh

For now, all that we don’t know about the new virus affects many professions, including that of singers, artists and musicians who live by being in contact with the public and constantly exposed.

Still, Phil trusts God and thinks that this is part of a natural evolution like other situations that humanity has faced before, and the key is to

adapt and have patience, because, luckily, we have technologies and tools available that in other times did not exist.

“Here in Los Angeles there is a lot of talent, there is a lot of preparation with many musicians, and even if you are not on a stage, you can create. We can use technology to do certain things that we don't normally do because we are on stage all the time and people are physically seeing us. This has evolved technology much more, because we are all turning to social media to keep in touch and continue sending the message, so that this message does not die” SalsaSalsa Magazine 14 14International International Magazine

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Affirm with total conviction that there is nothing impossible in life, the important thing is to take your time and plan to carry it out.

Consistency has kept him focused on his goals under the premise that while an artist knows who he is and on what feet he stands, the only thing that will happen is that he will evolve and improve.

Cuban Singer Franco, Phil and Actress Lupe Ontioveros at the Conga Room

Plans with your Sonora Pa’ Gozá’ The group has had several names, the first name emerged when Phil arrived to Los Angeles in the late 80's. He had always wanted the freedom to sing what he wanted; something that he felt completely comfortable with, identified with, and made easy for him. Under this premise, and after everything learned, Manhattan West emerges (alluding to the place where Phil grew up), a small group with two trumpets, a saxophone, full percussion, piano and bass.

When he was not busy with his commitments to other orchestras, he dedicated time to his personal project and in which he chose the music he wanted to sing.

While evolving, he became the leader of Henry Mora and the All

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Star Salsa Orchestra of Los Angeles, collaborating with many of the local groups, from there he became the lead vocal for Eric Matos and La Caliente Orchestra, Papo Rodríguez and La Sorpresa, and recorded two original songs composed by the title of Nelson Montalvo Fantasía and Mi Regalo included on his 2005 CD, Oye Salsa Sabor y Clave.

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Melao, Phil became Azuquitas for several years, performing in many places known as the Hollywood Palladium and with many renowned artists. Thanks to these collaborations, Robinson finished polishing his style.

“Much of the style that I have, my way of perform, how I sing, how I dance, everything, we can say that I caught it from him. Azuquita has a very special swing… He is a dynamic singer, even at his age…”

Some time later, Manhattan West became

Sonora Borinqueña, and finally obtained the name with which we know it today: Sonora Pa’ Gozá’.

With this name the essence of what Phil transmits with each presentation is maintained: “Many people could not, or had difficulty pronouncing Borinqueña… so I said, wow, nobody is going to remember us!...

Then there was Sonora Pa’ Gozá’ ... I always have that energy ... because I not only sing, I also like dancing, I like interacting with the public, I get off the stage. I consider myself very dynamic. ”

Between Two Worlds Phil Robinson considers his most recent production Between Two Worlds, a master recording, because the songs that were chosen for that CD are not all tropical, but not entirely Americanized either. The arrangements are Big Band, songs like No me platiques más or Esto es Coco, were made in Big Band.

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This project took seven years to complete, some of the songs were meticulously selected

by Arturo Solar Fernández, who produced the project with compositions by Ted Koehler and Harold Arlen, Homero and Virgilio Expósito, Enrique Benítez, Vicente Garrido Calderón, Armando Manzanero, Jesús Alejandro (El Niño) and of course, Phil Robinson.

Robinson also had the opportunity to venture into the cinema and include two of his original songs (Soy Rumbero, from his CD Salsa Sabor y Clave; and Loco a tu lado, from his latest production Between Two Worlds), in the cast of a short movie titled Darling Boy,

by Syrian producer and director Salim Samouh.

Future plans In the not too distant future, Robinson hopes to compile all his recorded songs with other orchestras, the solo songs (both in English and Spanish); and others in which he ventures into rhythms such as Bossanova (Night and Day). There are also other American songs that Phil wants to record with more danceable adaptations and with his original touch.

It will also resume the organization of the Puerto Rican Festival in Los Angeles, whose twenty-fifth anniversary will be celebrated next year, after being postponed by the Covid-19 pandemic. We will see Robinson and his Sonora Pa’ Gozá’ at this festival, accompanied by Puerto Rican artists, orchestras from Los Angeles, San Francisco and from all around the world.

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Many presentations are coming, Phil will tell us as soon as the new dates are confirmed so that they can enjoy, dance ... and gozá’!

Valuing what is really important When asking Phil what he would say to those young people who are just beginning and who have a desire to achieve their dreams, he answered: "My advice is to believe in yourself, take the examples of those who have experience, respect our genre ... The salsa genre is very positive, but many people mistreat it too ... Being original is important, developing your own style, being accessible with people, be professional from the beginning. Having in your mind that you are a professional, no matter what level you are on, is going to take you to the top, because that's clear.

Choose the music that identifies you as an individual, don’t imitate, be consistent and keep in mind that there are going to be sacrifices… you are going to fall, and you are going to get up.”

Many, like Phil, have natural talents, but his advice is that you also have to polish yourself, learn from those who have succeeded, and find out who you are as an artist. Fight, improve and give your best at all times, in all places and no matter how much they are paying you. If a commitment is made, do it. People will value you for what you do.

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knows how long he has been in music; who continue to support him, who respect him. From musicians to the people who go to see him when he performs. All this is very valuable for him. “… And the steps that I have been climb, and that I am still climbing, because this does not end. And also the opportunities to be, even briefly, with those who

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have already gone beyond what I have done ... I am totally proud of what I have done, where I am ... and I continue in the fight . Anything can happen.

Always looking positively into the future.�

Robinson is a quiet man, he has a beautiful family that is his most precious treasure, a beautiful family that supports him, accompanies him, and cares for him all the time.

His family is the most important thing, because will come a day when he will decide to retire from the stage, and although he does not expect it to be soon, one day he will do and his family will always be there to continue adding beautiful experiences together.

Phil thinks he's been lucky. Today he continues working to improve himself, grow, and learn something new every day, because it is never too late.

"As long as there is skill and desire, I will continue in the same: making music, and being the most original. That is the only thing that separates you from the rest, because we try to honor our music, but it is always important to keep a percentage that says: Ok, this is Phil Robinson. All of this continues to be a dream that will never end. This will end the day that I close my eyes forever, and it will be so. �

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Blue Note Jazz Club

After 30 years of success, Blue Note continues to carry the torch for jazz into the 21st century in the cultural heart of New York.

Since its inception in 1981, Blue Note has become one of the premier jazz clubs in the world and a cultural institution in Greenwich Village. Artists who have stopped playing in jazz clubs decades before, such as Sarah Vaughn, Lionel Hampton, Dizzy Gillespie, Stanley Turrentine, Oscar Peterson, Ray Brown, and Tito Puente, soon called Blue Note home.

In addition to the main acts that feature the likes of Chick Corea, McCoy Tyner, Joe Lovano, John Scofield, Robert Glasper and Chris Botti, Blue Note offers a Monday Night Series and the bi-weekly Late Night Groove Series to showcase New York's 20

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up-and-coming jazz, soul, hip-hop, R&B and funk artists.

Over the years, Blue Note has been an economic engine for Greenwich Village, bringing in jazz fans from all over the world.

The club receives rave reviews on a weekly basis in New York's daily newspapers such as The New York Times and in international travel guides and magazines.

What makes Blue Note so special is that on a given night, anything can happen.

It is not uncommon to see the likes of Stevie Wonder, Tony Bennett, Liza Minelli, and Quincy Jones get called up on stage from the audience to sit in.

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In this edition I would like to tell you about the memorable career of my good friend Nicky Marrero, whom I esteem and consider to be one of the best timbaleros in the world and who has been an inspiration to many artists of different generations, even today. Also, Nicky is about to turn years this month.

Born in the New York Bronx, the great percussionist and timpani teacher Nicholas Marrero, known to all as Nicky Marrero, of Puerto Rican roots, came to the world on June 17, 1950 and grew up among musical instruments such as the maracas, güiros, and the guitars through his family.

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Tito Puente and Willie Bobo. His musical debut was with Orquesta Caribe.

There has been speculation about his first recording at age 15 with Willie Colón's band, but that recording was not released. His first published recordings, in which he participated as timpani player, were the albums El Malo and The Hustler, by Willie Colón, recorded in 1968 for the Fania Records label in LP format. He was invited to participate in a single titled Descarga de Dos Pianos

with Charlie Palmieri and Louie Ramírez. In 1968, Nicky Marrero worked with Eddie Palmieri's band; That same year, he took part in the recording of the album, Champagne released by the Tico Records label. He has participated with maestro Eduardo Palmieri in fifteen albums between 1968 and 2018, most of them very successful. In fact, with albums The Sun of Latin Music and Unfinished Masterpiece, they won the Latin Grammy Award.

Nicky Marrero is one of

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the best timbaleros in the history of Latin music; in 1973, he replaced Orestes Vilato in the Fania All Stars of Pacheco and Masucci, with which he made tours, presentations and concerts playing the timpani in many countries of the world. Nicky Marrero's gigantic musical career has allowed him to participate in the most important Fania recordings; there are around 25 musical productions in which the imprint of his timpani, his bongo and his bell with La Fania All Stars has been registered. Not only Latin music and Latin Jazz have had the participation of the Bronx timbalero, other musical genres such as Jazz, Rock, Funk, Soul, World, Country, Stage & Screen; have also had the participation of the portentous timbalero. The most important groups of Latin music, as well as the greatest musicians and singers of Salsa, have had the participation of this prodigious musician.

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The marvelous Salsa Superior team transmits day by day from Miami at salsasuperior.com/radio.

congratulate and greet my friend Richard Román for the 25th Anniversary of Radio Salsa Superior, I wish him and his team many successes to continue his work in the world of music. The celebration will be virtual, given the

I want to congratulate my great friend Rafael Ithier and all the musicians of the Gran Combo on their 58th anniversary. Keep reaping successes and being part of the salsa tradition of those who love this genre. For many more years dancing to the rhythm of the Gran Combo of Puerto Rico.

I also want to highly recommend Eddie Montalvo's new CD: Señor Tambó.

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more than 200 articles through our social media.

Check the updates in our website: spahasalsagallery.com.

At the Spanish Harlem Salsa Gallery Museum we are happy to affirm that New York City is preparing to resume its activities little by little. We hope to have more news and soon as we can return to normality.

percussionist of the Stars of Fania and Six of the Solar delights us with a production that has ten songs in collaboration with prominent salsa exponents of the old and new school.

A tribute to Rubén Blades with the participation of the Gaitanes. The musical production was in charge of Pedro Bermúdez and also has the musical arrangements of Carlos Torres and Chino Núñez.

The production is available on all digital platforms and in traditional CD and Vinyl formats.

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Last but not least, It is an honor for me to invite you to tune in to my new Fm / Internet radio station on Live365.com: Salsagallery.

Great music, artist interviews and much more made with love for you all.

There is the link: https://live365.com/station /a77973 For now, it will not be possible to open to the public the Spanish Harlem Salsa Gallery in 1708 Lexington ave New York N.Y. 10029, but you can see the entire exhibition with

Remember not to leave your homes unless necessary, stay safe and stay home until the authorities tell us to.

Health is first.

Contact: Johnny Cruz.

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Dance Dojo: Become a better Salsa & Bachata dancer Develop the confidence, rhythm, and skills to have more fun with your dance partners Till 2014, Dance Dojo help you improve your salsa, one step at a time, to fully express yourself and have more fun on the dance floor.

Dance Dojo is a online Salsa & Bachata dance school for people who want to become better social dancers.

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They’re creating a place where anyone can learn to dance online from some of the world’s best teachers, and Salsa is just the beginning. They believe everyone can dance. It’s the experience of learning to dance that determines whether someone enjoys it, and keeps going.

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They make sure you do both. Access your lessons anytime, anywhere, watching them as many Products times as you like — even in Salsa with Patrick & Scarlet slow motion. Have fun (On1 & On2, linear style), making mistakes in a safe Bachata with Harold & environment.

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St, New St, New York, York, NY NY 10036 10036 (212) (212) 5815813080 3080 / www.birdlandjazz.com / www.birdlandjazz.com Birdland Birdland is your is your choice choice for virtouso for virtouso livejazz livejazz in NYC. in NYC. Located Located in Midtown in Midtown Manhattan, Manhattan, this this historic historic New New YorkYork clubclub has has played played hosthost to legendary to legendary concenrts concenrts since since 1949.

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LulLaulLoung a Loung e e 1585 1585 Dunda Dunda Street Street W, W, Toronto, Toronto, Canada Canada (416) (416) 588-0307 588-0307 / www.lula.com / www.lula.com Toronto’s Toronto’s mostmost exciting exciting live live music music venue venue & & restaurant! restaurant!

Friday Friday & Saturday & Saturday enjoy enjoy tropical tropical dinner dinner & cocktails, & cocktails, joinjoin the the freefree dance dance lesson. lesson.

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(626) (626) 284-72-62 284-72-62 / www.thegranadala.com / www.thegranadala.com Los Los Angeles Angeles premier premier entertainment entertainment venue, venue, withwith something something to offer to offer everyone. everyone.

Featuring Featuring a Ballroom/Latin a Ballroom/Latin Dance Studio, Dance Studio, Nigthclub, Banquet facility & Restaurante/Bar. Nigthclub, Banquet facility & Restaurante/Bar.

El E F l or F liodriita d it a 1253 1253 N. Vine N. Vine St., St., Hollywood, Hollywood, CA CA 90038 90038 The The BestBest Cuban Cuban Experience Experience in Los in Los Angeles Angeles Since Since 1987.

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On On Monday, Monday, Friday, Friday, andand Saturday Saturday evenings evenings theythey are are transformed transformed intointo a Cuban a Cuban Supper Supper Club.

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Dire c to r y Albe r t o’s 736 W Dana St, Mountain View, CA 94041 (408) 460-044 / www.albertos.com The Bay Area’s premier destination for latin music and dance. Latin music, lessons, celebration and more!

Ro c c a p u l c o 3140 Mission St, San Francisco 94110 (415) 21-3563 / www.roccapulco.com Home of the Best International Shows.

Roccapulco@yahoo.com / Available 7 daus a week.

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Cop a c a b a n a T i m e s S q u a r e 268 W. 47th. St. & 8th. Ave. New York, N.Y. 10036 (212) 221-2672 / www.copacabanany.com www.facebook.com/copacabanany NYC’s Most Legendary & Cosmopolitan Nightclub.

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Miles Bould was born in London took up Saxophone and Clarinet at a young age and was strongly musically influenced by his father, a producer who had worked with such Jazz luminaries as Gil Evans, Dizzy Gillespie, Stan Tracey and Tubby Hayes – many of these great musicians went on to be family friends.

Miles Bould Percussionist / Drummer Miles is currently MD and drummer for Shaun Escoffery

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In particular Dizzy noticed Miles’ musical passion turn specifically to percussion at around 10 years old and set him on his path as a percussionist by giving him three of his touring congas.

At age 15 Miles was jamming and working in clubs playing various styles of music; predominantly Latin, Jazz, Funk and Reggae.

He then joined his first serious Funk band ‘Sava Jazz’. Through that followed a meeting with guitarist Dominic Miller (Sting).

Dominic took Miles under his wing and they toured and have done many sessions together over the years. He was also spotted

by Robert Palmer who he then began recording and gigging with.

He then met Julia Fordham who was very instrumental in helping Miles get more connected in the session scene. She hired him to tour and eventually record with her.

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Beloved, Suggs, Shara Nelson, Simply Red etc. as both a percussionist and drummer.

He also recorded a sample CD with fellow percussionist Danny Cummings called ‘The Rhythm of Life’ which has been used by artists including Pat Metheny, George Michael, Brownstone, NYPD Blue.

It has also been used by many film composers. This was followed by another 2 sample CDs, Audiovirus a loop break beat collaboration with Miles and Mike Westergaard called ‘Intravenous’ and another specific drum and percussion CD

by Miles called ‘The Progression’.

He also gigged with his own bands ‘Goosebump’, a Funk Rock band signed to Warner Chappell, and ‘Peoplespeak’ A Fusion project – Steps Ahead used one of their compositions ‘Agitate the Gravel’ for their 1992 album Ying Yang. He toured extensively with Billy Ocean and went on to co-write the title song on his 2010 album “Because I Love You”

Morcheeba, Daniel Beddingfield, Dominic Miller, Nigel Kennedy etc.

His current band ‘USONiC’ were nominated for a MOBO award in 2011 for best jazz act with their album ‘EVOLUTION’, which features Scott Henderson and Scott Kinsey of Tribal Tech.

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Enjoy The Second Edition of Castel Salsa Bachata Kizomba Festival Belgium If you are in Hungary or have any plans to go there, we cordially invite you to take part on Castel Salsa Bachata Kizomba Festival Belgium in its second edition. According

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to the information offered by its organizers, you can enjoy a few days full of galas, parties, dance classes, concerts and much more. Furthermore, you will be able to learn from

the best dancers and enjoy some great music with the best DJs of today.

It must be emphasized that this event will take place in spectacular locations

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surrounded by trees and forest. And by the way, you will be very close to the road in case you want to attend and leave the site in a private vehicle.

Artists Here are some of the artists who will be at this wonderful festival: - ADOLFO INDACOCHEA (NEW YORK) -MAMBO PARTNERWORK (image 1) - FRANKIE MARTINEZ (NEW YORK) - AFRO LATIN FUNK PARTNERWORK BODY ISOLATION (image 2)

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Tickets Book your pass now: 1) FULLPASS: 450 Fullpass Limited SALES ARE OPEN - 119 Euros (50 FULLPASSES) - 129 Euros (50 FULLPASSES) - 139 Euros (50 FULLPASSES) - 149 Euros (50 FULLPASSES) - AT THE DOOR 169 Euros (23 FULLPASSES) 2) PARTYPASS: 100 Partypass Limited (SALES ARE OPEN) - 50 euros 3) ENTRANCES AT THE DOOR: - THURSDAY 10 Euros - FRIDAY 20 Euros - SATURDAY 25 Euros - SUNDAY 15 Euros

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Be Seduced By Bodrum Summer Salsa Marathon 2021 There are few salsa festivals as attractive than this in Europe. What we are talking about is nothing less than Bodrum Summer Salsa Marathon that will take place in Bodrum, Turkey. This special event is a

wonderful opportunity for locals to learn a little more about Latin music and everything that these wonderful rhythms have to offer.

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The event provides its attendees with a sea of opportunities among which we can mention pool parties, galas, boat rides, dance classes and much more.

It is planned that the event will go on for 7 days when you are going to enjoy various musical rhythms such as salsa, bachata, kizomba, mambo and many others. Not to mention that you will experience the talent of the best artists and DJs today.

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Tickets: - 24 Hours ultra all inclusive from 380 Euros.

- Book your flight and we will take care of the rest.

- 500 Ladies & 500 Gentlemen: limited.

- All under the same roof 5 STAR hotel (400 Guest Limited) - Sales will start June 1st, 2020 Special offers:

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3 Days Full of Parties in Yorkshire Salsa Congress Yorkshire Salsa Congress has started from 2017 and its success was such that its organizers continued working on it until today. One of the main characteristics of the festival is the presence of a large number of artists from all over the globe. This great team has always made efforts to find the best talent to offer the best shows.

Yorkshire Salsa Congress is taking shape as one of the best salsa festivals in all of England. In past editions, the show has been performed at the fabulous Unity Hall in Wakefield, but it is expected to expand this year. The festival brings together the best dance teachers, dancers, DJs and performers to capture the audience. There are many musical genres that locals and visitors can enjoy salsa, Cuban salsa, bachata, kizomba and many more.

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3 Days Full of Parties: Two of these three days will be full of dance classes and Latin music workshops. On Friday, there is a housewarming party for attendees, while workshops and special classes will be held on Saturday and Sunday.

On Saturday, there is a kind of gala in which attendees should dress a little more elegantly, although it is not a requirement. Sunday is the most relaxed and appropriate day for a good night of dancing.

Artists: - Tomas Guerrero / USA (imagen 2) - Supermario / uk (Imagen 3) - Marchant & Davina / UK (Imagen 4) - Charlie & Veronica / Spain (Imagen 5) - Panagiotis & & Myrto / Greece (Imagen

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Djs: - DJ Tuli (imagen 7) - DJ del Solereo (imagen 8) - DJ Willy N.L. (imagen 9)

Prices: - Full Pass - £ 105 - Saturday Pass (Includes Night) - £ 65 - Sunday Pass (Includes Night) - £ 45 - Friday Night Pass - £ 17 - Saturday Night Pass - £ 25 - Sunday Night Pass - £ 15 - Full Party Pass (all 3 nights) - £ 45

Date: 9-11 October 2020 Website: www.yorkshiresalsacongress.co.uk Facebook page: www.facebook.com/yorkshiresalsacongress .co.uk Email: karen@yorkshiresalsacongress.co.uk Collaborator: www.yosoysalsero.com/events/6234 Instagram:www.instagram.com/salseroapp Facebook: www.facebook.com/salseroapp YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCW67kkT2pf f7BChwdzd0H0g

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Dire c to r y Asi se b a i l a D a n c e S c h o o l Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 432, 08015 Barcelona, Spain. +34 932 924613 www.facebook.com/AsisebailaDanceSchool I you want to take bachata classes, you can be very sure that this is the best place possible.

Very professional and motivatied Instructors!

Pi nc e l Calle del Rr. Raso, 1, 28223 Pozuelo de Alarcon, Madrid, Spain +34 917 15404 / www.discotecapincel.es It is a very intereting place in wicht you can enjoy good music and good people from around the world

Zent r al Pa m p lo n a Mercado de Santo Domingo, S/N, 31001 Pamplona, Vavarra, Spain. +34 848 4700 www.facebook.com/ZetralPamplona If you want to enjoy the best grab drinks in Spain, this is the best place to do so. It offers amazing shows and drinks

Bo r inquen Madi rd Calle Fundadores, 7, 28028 Madrid, Spain +34 657 690800 / wwwfacebook.com/borinque.madrid This place has an amazing vibe.

If you are hispanic,its music will be great for you

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Direc to r y Joy Es l av a M a d rid Calle del Arenal, 11, 28013 Madrid, Spain +34 913 665439 / www.facebook.com/discotecajoy www.discotecajoy.com This lively place has the best music you can find in Madrid.

People are great and the atmosphere is amazing.

Samsa Cl ub Av. de Europa, 27, 28023 Pozuelo de Alarcon, Madrid, Spain. +34 747 7794 www.facebook.com/samsaclub This is a very good place for quality drinks and night dancing

A nti l l a S a ls a D i s c o Carrer d’Arago, 141, 08015 Barcelona, Spain +34 934 514564 www.facebook.com/antillasalsabarcelona This is one of the best places to dance salsa in Barcelona. Apart frim that, drinks are very cheap.

Salsa Co n Clase - E scuela de bai l e Calle Esmeralda, 5, 14014 Cordoba, Spain +34 611 460995 / www.facebook.com/salsaconclasees It is an excellent place for adults and young people.

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Latin music plays a leading role in the wonderful Australian Bachata Championship 2020 and it could not be otherwise because the festival organizers have a tremendous passion for these musical rhythms. The festival is staffed by dancers and dance teachers who share the same interest in the Latin Genres of music.

Taking into account that previous editions were highly successful, organizers have been given the task of offering a new edition for 2020.

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Over the past few years, Bachateame has been taking place, but things are going to change a little this year. Everything that is planned is the realization of an event in which those interested can enjoy Latin music among them. Basically, the festival seeks to bring together Latin music lovers in a competition that will knock their socks off. The main goal of the event is to make it as big as possible through cooperation and union of both the participants and the entire organizing team that makes this possible.

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Judges: (image 2) Tickets: 2 night party pass (entry to watch the competition) $ 37.50 2 night party pass and ALL workshops (entry to watch the competition) $ 63.50 Friday night party and 2 workshops (entry to watch the competition) $ 37.50 Saturday night party and 2 workshops, Xavi and Carlos & Chloe + (entry to watch the competition) $ 37.50

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UNA NUEVA MARCA PARA EL BAILE LLEGA A NEW YORK Domi Dance una marca de productos de baile, diseñada por exbailarines para bailarines.

La cuidad de New York vio nacer en el 2019 una nueva marca de productos para el mundo danzario, una marca que busca llegar a todos los rincones donde la música, el ritmo y el baile puedan presentarse.De la mano de Dorelys Rodriguez ex bailarina que desde los 7años ha evidenciado el mundo del baile, pasando desde ballet, flamenco, salsa entre otros géneros, siempre soño con lograr muchas cosas en el mundo danzario, de aquí que nunca se logrará separar de esta hermosa disciplina. En sus estudios profesionales y experiencia laboral en el mundo del Marketing logro idear una propuesta que lograra casar sus grandes pasiones, su línea de trabajo en el mundo de ventas y su pasión por el baile, de aquí surge DomiDance.

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para todos, desde el profesional hasta el principiante que incursiona en alguna disciplina de este arte.

Domi Dance desde el 2019 logro posicionarse en muchos de los rincones del baile, comenzando por su primer producto presentado las medias caladas, poco a poco desarrollo estrategias innovadoras para entrar al juego comercial, enfrentándose a grandes marcas establecidas en el mercado americano pudo entrar a través de las ventas en línea un canal que le permitió llegar a muchas personas por el auge de las compras por medio de la web.

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La marca asegura presentar sus productos bajo una línea de materia prima de primer nivel, la calidad es el objeto principal en su trazo, buscan ofertar calidad por encima de cualquier punto, los clientes pueden estar seguros de adquirir un objeto que no será fácil de vencer a la hora de darle vida en la tarima y en los salones de baile, Dorelys nos comenta ¨no deseamos que una bailarina este bajo presión de no sentarse en el suelo por miedo a romper la media o el calzado en pisos difíciles, no vendemos productos irrompibles pero si difíciles de vencer¨.

Domi dance no es un espacio de ventas para otros productos, son fabricantes, son exclusivos al diseñar productos para su marca, generan nuevas ideas basados en la experiencia directa del bailarin, se preocupan en investigar las experiencia vividas con el uso de ropa y calzado en la escena, elemento que los impulsa como una marca preocupada en darle al artista lo que necesita.

Para la fecha cuenta con una gama de primer nivel textil, zapatillas de ballet, ropa urbana y mucho más, todo orientado a cubrir necesidades en muchas disciplinas. Siguen apostando en su marco de venta por plataformas digitales como Amazon, Ebay, redes sociales como Instagram, facebook entre otras. Ya desarrollaron un punto de venta para América latina, comercio establecido en Panamá, Colombia, Argentina, Venezuela y encaminando llegar a otras latitudes.

Para este 2020 los proyectos van direccionados en diseñar calzado para flamenco, tap, extender su línea textil en leotardos y prendas de mayor demanda, trabajar con elementos masculinos y seguir avanzando en su proyecto de extensión por América y Europa.

Síganlos en sus redes sociales a tráves de @domi.dance.

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Jay Ruiz es el nombre artístico de Jonathan Camacho Ruiz, cantautor nacido en La Sultana del Oeste, Mayagüez, pero criado en el Barrio Pueblo de Rincón, el municipio más occidental de La Isla Del Encanto.

De entre sus ascendientes, Jay Ruiz, destaca a su abuelo paterno Antonio Camacho quien fuera músico y trovador, en su natal Rincón.

Los inicios musicales de Jay Ruiz se remontan a sus cortos 5 años, cuando cantaba en el coro de la iglesia presbiteriana a la que asistía. Sin embargo, se involucraría luego en los deportes, que lo alejarían de la música hasta cuando cumple los 11 años, cuando en la escuela intermedia donde cursaba sus estudios el profesor lo promueve como voz solista en un grupo de coro de 24 integrantes.

Destaca también como percusionista, desenvolviéndose con destreza en el bongó, las tumbadoras y la batería; instrumentos que aprendería a tocar de oído cuando tenía 8 años.

Cuando cumplió 12 años, la guitarra y el bajo, serían los instrumentos que lo cautivarían y a los que dedicaría su tiempo.

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Al cumplir los 15, decide formar su propia agrupación de música cristiana: nace así el grupo Nueva Creación en el que se desenvolvería como baterista y cantante.

Un año más tarde, mientras era integrante del equipo de béisbol que representaba a Puerto Rico, estuvo a punto de ser fichado por la Universidad de Cleveland, pero en ese proceso se le diagnostica cáncer al cuello y garganta.

Viaja a Maryland para realizarse exhaustivos exámenes en el Hospital John Hopkins, los mismos que determinarían que se someta a seis meses de quimioterapia y posterior radioterapia, tratamientos que recibiría en el Hospital de Niños San Jorge (Santurce, Puerto Rico).

Antes del tratamiento de radiación se le advirtió que perdería el 85% de sus capacidades vocales, sin embargo, la historia fue otra: agosto 12 de 2001, terminaría el tratamiento de su enfermedad y cinco días más tarde, para su cumpleaños, reúne en su pueblo -Rincón- a la colectividad toda en una actividad musical en la que tocaría, cantaría y daría testimonio de su caso. Pensando en su futuro estudia en la Universidad Interamericana, Recinto de San Germán, donde obtiene un bachiller como profesor de Educación Física para niños y niñas con impedimentos.

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La enfermedad de su padre, quien vivía en New York, lo obliga a cruzar el charco para cuidar de él, hasta su fallecimiento, cinco años después.

En el 2011 regresa a Puerto Rico, y se inscribe en el Ponce Paramedical College en el Centro Médico de Mayagüez, para seguir estudios de Fisioterapia, sin embargo, se involucra nuevamente en la música participando de la célebre franquicia IDOL PUERTO RICO, ubicándose entre los 32 últimos finalistas.

Continúa su vida académica y a la par, trabaja como Cheff en un restaurant, situación que lo llevaría a atender a un empresario musical radicado en New

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Jersey (Estados Unidos) que estuvo de visita en la Isla, y con quien iniciaría un relación amical primero, que se tornaría en laboral algunos meses después, cuando el empresario lo invita para una audición en el vecino municipio de Cabo Rojo.

El año 2017 se independiza, regresa a Puerto Rico y decide impulsar su carrera, pero esta vez como salsero, grabando el sencillo "Lo Sé", de su autoría, bajo la producción del maestro Nino Segarra.

Dos años más tarde, nos trae este nuevo sencillo, del cual es autor también, tanto de la letra como de la melodía.

Participan de este sencillo el siguiente personal: Letra, Melodía & Interpretación: Jay Ruiz Arreglo: Ceferino Cabán Percusión Completa: Rafael "Tito" de Gracia Bajo: Alexis Pérez Trompetas: Luis Aquino

Tras ese encuentro, el año 2014, Jay Ruiz haría maletas nuevamente para instalarse en Newark (New Jersey, EE. UU.) desde donde se lanzaría su carrera como intérprete del género de la bachata, y que tendría en los temas "Ven A Mí, Girl" y "Culpables" dos sencillos de amplia difusión y consideración en los circuitos radiales internacionales, al punto de haber disputado con el último corte mencionado, la categoría de Canción Favorita Tropical de los Latín American Music Awards entre grandes personalidades de la música como Víctor Manuelle, Prince Royce y Gente de Zona (feat Marc Anthony).

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El año 2017 se independiza, regresa a Puerto Rico y decide impulsar su carrera, pero esta vez como salsero, grabando el sencillo "Lo Sé", de su autoría, bajo la producción del maestro Nino Segarra.

Dos años más tarde, nos trae este nuevo sencillo, del cual es autor también, tanto de la letra como de la melodía.

Participan de este sencillo el siguiente personal: Letra, Melodía & Interpretación: Jay Ruiz Arreglo: Ceferino Cabán Percusión Completa: Rafael "Tito" de Gracia Bajo: Alexis Pérez Trompetas: Luis Aquino Trombones: Jorge Dobal Coros: Norberto Vélez Curbelo, David Carrero & Ceferino Cabán Piano & Teclados: Ceferino Cabán Masterización: Esteban Piñero

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Richard “Saoco” Rodríguez Hay una gran variedad de países en Latinoamérica que son increíble, pero ninguno tan variado, dinámico y hermoso como lo es Venezuela, un país que es conocido por tener hermosos y variados paisajes, una gran variedad de climas y de fauna, y los venezolanos son muy agradables, respetuosos y rumberos en su mayoría.

En esta oportunidad tenemos el gusto de conocer al Joven salsero, Richard “Saoco” Rodríguez quien ve la luz en la ciudad de Guarenas, la población vecina a la gran ciudad de Caracas, Venezuela.

Desde que era muy joven se destaca como vocalista en agrupaciones de género salseros locales, fue impulsado por recomendaciones de familiares y amistades, decidió componer sus propios temas y hacer contacto con dos grandes y reconocidos arreglistas musicales como José “Tuky” Torres y Héctor “Chispa” Hurtado, este último es quien toma las riendas como productor musical y arreglista de su orquesta.

Richard “Saoco” Rodríguez posee la habilidad de componer los temas de forma muy contagiosa, retoma la esencia del Son, Mambo y el Guaguancó. Ha recibido 4 importantes galardones de la Industria Musical como el Voto Popular del Festival de Canto en el Teatro Principal en el año 2016, Premio el Compas de Oro de la Salsa Internacional en el 2017, Figura International International SalsaSalsa Magazine Magazine 59

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Revelación Salsera del Año en el 2017, Premios Yara The Best Cantante de Salsa con Proyección Internacional en el 2018.

Hoy en día presenta una propuesta musical con el lanzamiento de su nuevo tema titulado “Pronto Volverás”, donde incorpora el Arpa el cual es instrumento emblemático de Venezuela que retumba en la sonoridad musical que le imprime el maestro Héctor “Chispa” Hurtado.

Por consiguiente, Richard se emociona cuando nos habla de esta canción, contandonos que todo surgió un día observando los aviones partir del Aeropuerto Simón Bolívar.

“Fui a acompañar a un gran amigo que se iría a Argentina y de camino a casa pensé en lo duro que es abandonar nuestra tierra, dejar a nuestros seres queridos para emprender nuevos retos en otro país.

Al llegar a casa surgió la musa y nación este hermoso tema “Pronto Volverás” donde les recuerdo a mis hermanos venezolanos nuestras costumbres, lo importante de compartir en familia, recordarles que somos un país alegre, pachanguero.”

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Rodríguez vino con su talento, estilo y originalidad para ser la diferencia, demostrando así que forma parte de la generación de relevo en la Industria Salsera.

Para mayor información: Facebook: www.facebook.com/people/Richard-Saoco-Ro driguez Twitter: www.twitter.com/richardsaoco Instagram: www.instagram.com/richardsaoco YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCI7Bt6vQsfKYEa zwDNdty_Q

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Hicham Billouch Nour Marruecos Música árabe en México Hicham Billouch, músico marroquí, busca explorar nuevas avenidas y posibilidades musicales.

Ahmed Adawiyya de Egipto, Fares Karam de Líbano y Mohamed Reda, Pinhas y Badr Sultan de Marruecos.

Billouch estudió música en el Conservatorio Real de Marrakech y se graduó como pianista. También toca violín, laúd, guitarra y sintir.

También participó en el Festival Mawazin organizado por el Gobierno de Marruecos y trabajó en la organización de eventos musicales como el Festival de la Marcha Verde.

Cuando era adolescente empezó a trabajar en cabarets de Marrakech como Hotel Sahara Inn, Rotana y VIP Club y el Hotel Semiramis de Casa Blanca.

En Marruecos tocó para cantantes como

En Francia tocó con Maqam al Ushaq, un grupo de música morisca, en el Festival de Música Mediterránea de Córcega y el el Festival Internacional de Música Universitaria en Ville de Belfort, Francia.

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En México creó Nour Marruecos, un ensamble de música árabe, con músicos locales. Nour Marruecos ha participado en festivales internacionales como Lerdantino (Durango), Festiva Toluca y Calimaya (Estado de México) y la Feria Internacional del Libro de Córdoba (Veracruz). También tocó en el restaurante libanés Adonis de Polanco.

En la Ciudad de México organizó un concurso de belly dance y también publicó un libro con la traducción al español de 40 canciones árabes.

Su producción discográfica incluye 3 CDS: Salam, Qamar y Kalimat, con covers de canciones árabes y sus propia composiciones.

"La música para mí es como el oxígeno y nunca renunciaré a mi pasión" www.hichambillouch.com/ www.facebook.com/NourMarruecosOrquesta/

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Di rec to r y A zu c a r C l ub C u b a n o Rua Doutor Mario Ferraz, 423, Sao Paulo, Brasil www.facebook.com/azucarclubcubano Desde el año 2000, es la primera casa cubana en Sao Paulo, el club salsero mas exitoso, para bailar y pasar un rato agradable.

Salso teca Club Salsa B rava Santa Isabel 0305 Las Condes - Santiago de Chile +56 2 2222 0506 / www.salsabrava.cl Salsoteca Salsa Brava un gran lugar para venir a bailar y disfrutar

El To q u e Cim a rró n Perú 571; San Telmo. Capital Federal.

San Telmo, Buenos Aires Argentina +54 9 11 3827-7786 / www.fb.com/ElToqueCimarron 1er Salón de Baile para Conciertos de Salsa en la Ciudad de Buenos Aires

Azucar Abast o Avenida Corrientes 3330, 1192 Buenos Aires, Argentina 54 11 4865-3103 / www.azucarsalsa.com/ Desde el principio la premisa principal fue la de ser verdaderos en lo que se ofrece, como la música, tragos, ambiente y trato personalizado por sus dueños International International Salsa Salsa Magazine Magazine63 63

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Di rec to r y S es e r i b ó Q u i t o Subsuelo Chito y Giron 12, Av. Gral.

Ignacio de Veintimilla 325, Quito 170143, Ecuador Teléfono 2563598 / www.seseribo.com.ec

R ancho Ga ri bal di De la Clínica Marcial Fallas 800 metros sur, San José, Desamparados, 10312, Costa Rica +506 2259 1503 / www.ranchogaribaldi.net/ Rancho Garibaldi, Salón de baile, Restaurante y Bar, contamos con las mejores orquestas y grupos del momento

Ma mbo S o n D a n c e Ce n t e r Vía 210, San José, San Antonio de Desamparados, Costa Rica +506 2218 9797 / www.mambosondc.com/wp/ Academia especializada en Salsa (on 2), Bachata, Cha cha y mucho más...

La Bo deguita de l Sur Soriano 840, 11100 Montevideo, Departamento de Montevideo, Uruguay +598 99 009465 / www.labodeguitadelsur.com.uy Club de salsa · Discoteca y club nocturno

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