Kosa Cuba 2008: Havana drums are waiting for you
From 19 to 26 october: one week study program with major Cuban artists, concerts, lectures, historical and cultural visits. “Havana, Cuba’s capital is scenic historical and renowned for the richness of its Afro-Cuban folklore and music. An incredible variety and depth of knowledge has been passed from generation to generation, maintaining centuries old African-based traditions through groups and families throughout the region. It is also the cultural mecca of the Caribbean and a hotbead of new creative music”.
This year, the event will honor the memory of the late legendary Cuban conguero,Tata Guines. Faculty and performing artists include the incomparable talents of Giraldo Piloto with Klimax, Julio Lopez Sanchez, Jean Roberto San Cristobal, Panga, Yaroldy Abreu, Adel Gonzales and many special guest faculty. Seminars in the history and development of Cuban music led by renown ethnomusicologist, Dr. Olavo Rodriguez.
Participants will stay at the historic Riviera Hotel in the heart of Havana.
Call 1-800-541-8401, 514-482-5554 or visit KosaCuba online for more information.
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