th THE 4 ANNUAL AFRO-LATIN FEST

THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 FRIDAY, JUNE 2, 2017

AFROVERSITY – Panel Discussion AFRO-LATINO VISUAL: An art exhibit 7 – 9 PM 6 – 8 PM Crowne Plaza River Oaks The Gite Gallery 2712 Southwest Freeway 2024 Alabama St, Houston, TX 77004 Houston, TX 77098 Voted Best Art Gallery in 2014 by Houston Press, the gallery continues to be A dynamic presentation on Afro-Latino issues: history, culture, identity, Houston’s only art gallery in Houston committed to contemporary African and achievements and more. Panelists’ details soon. Afro-Latino art.

JUEVES CLASICO! (Classic Thursday) VIERNES DE FIESTA! (Party Friday) 9 PM – 1 AM 9 PM – 2 AM Crowne Plaza River Oaks Crowne Plaza River Oaks Following Afroversity, enjoy live artistic performances (music, dance, more). From visual art to performing arts, Friday features live performance (music, After the show’s conclusion, dance the night away with a tribute to classic dance, more) and a high energy playlist of today’s hottest Latin music from Latin music. From Celia Cruz to Hector Lavoe to Oscar D’Leon to Grupo Niche Cuba, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela, and from around the world. to Rubén Blades, an evening celebrating Latin’s music greatest artists. FULL LINEUP COMING SOON! FULL LINEUP COMING SOON!

SATURDAY, JUNE 3, 2017 Time ROOM 1 ROOM 2 ROOM 3 West African Dance: Guinea dances Rumba Fundamentals 10:00 – 11:00 AM Tracie Jackson Sandi Morales, Raul Orlando Edwards Reggeaton Maracatú 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Roly Maden Luana Meireles Da Silva Elegua Rueda de Casino Spanish Rhythms (Cajón) 12:30 – 1:30 PM Reinaldo Costa Yeni Molinet, Roly Maden Jorge Orta

1:30 – 2:30 PM LUNCH BREAK

Tambores de San Millán Casino Patterns (Int) Orishas Rhythms 2:30 – 3:30 PM Karla Blanco Yeni Molinet, Roly Maden Yoel Angel Mulen-Robert Guaguancó (men technique) Guaguancó (women technique) 3:45 -4:45 PM Royland Lobato Yeni Molinet Franco-Haitian Dancehall 5:00 – 6:00 PM Royland Lobato Courtney Ned

9:00 PM – 2 AM AFRO-LATIN FEST PERFORMANCE SERIES & PARTY:

* Schedule is subject to change WORKSHOPS DESCRIPTIONS:

Casino: Learn fun and cool steps for partner dancing. Also known as ‘Cuban Salsa’, Casino combines body movement as part of the dance, making it exciting to dance and to watch. Dancehall: Originated in Jamaica, it was a more sparse version of reggae, that added elements of electronic percussion becoming increasingly characterized by faster rhythms. Elégua: Movement and symbolism of this Orisha (deities in Afro-Cuban Religion) and their influence in dances such as salsa, rumba, others. Franco-Haitian: The expulsion of the French from Haiti brought French music and dance traditions to Cuba with many rhythms and dances developing on this island, such as this one. Guaguancó: The most popular of the 3 styles in the Rumba complex, and the heart and soul of Salsa music and dance. A definite must for salsa dancers. Maracatú: Born in Pernambuco (Brazil), the dance depicts investiture ceremonies of the Reis do Congo (Kings of Congo), characterized by vivid costumes and movement. Orishas Rhythms: Explore rhythms of the Afro-Cuban religion and the characteristics ‘toques’ (rhythmic patterns) that distinguishes them. Bring an object/instrument that can make sound. Reggaeton: Made popular worldwide by ‘El General’, this genre was born in the neighborhoods of Caribbean immigrants, mostly from Jamaicans, in the cities of Panamá and Colón (Panamá). Groups from both coasts gathered regularly for a ‘Marathon of Reggae’ and soon after, the title fused and became ‘Reggaeton’. Rueda de Casino : Fun and excitement done in a circle! Rueda: think of ‘square dancing’ but done in a circle to salsa music and a lot of energy! Rumba Fundamentals: Foundation dance technique and body awareness on how the body is used in Afro-Latin dances. Spanish Rhythms: Part of the rhythmic structure of Latin music, explore the vocabulary of the music from the Iberian Peninsula. Bring an object/instrument that can make sound. Tambores de San Millán: The exciting dances and music, a.k.a. ‘Tambores’, from San Millán. Uniquely sounding percussion and exuberant movement! West African Dance: A fantastic immersion into the joyful and energetic movements, rhythms and music of dances from Equatorial Guinea.

NOTE: (ladies please bring a long skirt or scarf)

SUNDAY, JUNE 4, 2017

Time ROOM 1 ROOM 2 ROOM 3

Columbia Soca 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Royland Lobato Courtney Ned Afro-Latin Rhythms Cubatón Azonto vs. Afrobeats 12:00 – 1:00 PM Jorge Orta ‘CroCro’ Nel Lopez Rasaq 'Jaajo' Lawal

Yemayá Salsa Suelta con Afro Afro-Brazilian Rhythms 1:00 – 2:00 PM Yeni Molinet Roly Maden Tony Paraná

Palo Samba Reggae 2:00 – 3:00 PM Royland Lobato Luana Meireles Da Silva Farewell Social / Meet & Greet 3:00 – 6:00 PM Banana Bay Bar & Restaurant 7500 Bellaire Blvd. * Schedule is subject to change WORKSHOPS DESCRIPTIONS:

Afro-Latin Rhythms: A percussion workshop where you learn few of the many rhythms of known in Latin America. Bring an object/instrument that can make sound. Afro-Brazilian Rhythms: Explore the some of the rich and diverse rhythms of the many musical genres in the rich musical history of our South American sister country. Bring an object/instrument that can make sound. Azonto vs. Afrobeats: Immerse yourself in the heat and energy of the West African drums, with the sounds and styles of Azonto/Akayida from Ghana and the ever evolving Afrobeats from Nigeria. Columbia: Another style in the Rumba complex, it is traditionally done by men though today many women have begun learning this fun dance. Cubaton: The Cuban version/response to Reggeaton, this dance uses lots of body movement yet keeping a beat that allows you engage in partner dancing using turns and other patterns. Palo: Dance of war with roots in Congo (Central Africa) - a mixture of the Spanish and Kongo languages with the dance and music spreading from Cuba to the rest of Latin America. Salsa Suelta: Improve your individual salsa dancing through movement and impress your partner! Remember, ‘you should look good when dancing by yourself’! Samba Reggae: Until the 1970 Black Brazilians were not allowed to participate in Rio carnivals and Samba-Reggae was born in Salvador, Bahia by Afro-Brazilians to have a carnival parade of their own. A mixture of Brazilian samba and Jamaican reggae, the genre was an extension of the Black Pride movement of the 80’s. Soca: simply means the "soul of calypso". Characterized by sonorous and fast percussion beats, it is a high energy dance guaranteed to make your soul move! Yemayá: Focuses on the movement and dances of this Orisha in the Yoruba religion. Isolation, body control, and footwork, make this a must for dancers into Afro- Latin dancing.

NOTE: (ladies please bring a long skirt or scarf)