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INTERNATIONAL SALSA MAGAZINE

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The King Romeo Santos arrives to Son Divas the U.S. stage with his Golden Tour Los Dudamel 3rd Annual Maui San Clemente Salsa Bachata Salsa Congress Congress begins Menealo Night in September club La Catedral Bachata De La Salsa Experience Toros y Salsa ISM: SALSA MUSIC IS THE BEST CONTRIBUTION FOR A BETTER WORLD

This magazine is different from a webpage, because it’s a monthly publication. You know what you are reading is current events in the salsa and Latin world. We hope to make everyone associated with us, proud to be a part of International Salsa Magazine. .00 p. INTERNATIONAL SALSA MAGAZINE | SEPTEMBER 2018 STAFF

CONTENS Eduardo Guilarte Editor Agustin Bernales Marketing Director N O R T H A M E R I C A Mafe Ferrara Production Manager Thisby Ferrara Social Media Manager A D R I A N A S A E Z / Peter Maiden Photographer P U B L I C T Y & E V E N T S Ana Rosa Massieu Assessor Augusto Felibertt Consultant 06 /19 Daniela A. Frias Graphic, Web Designer Neicker Acurero Graphic Design

E U R O P E PROMOTERS

C A R M E N A U L A R / I Adriana Saez Promoter for North America N T E R V I E W Carmen Aular Promoter for Europe Karina Bernales Promoter for Latin America 20/37

L A T I N A M E R I C A CORRESPONDENTS

K A R I N A B E R N A L E S / USA (Los Angeles) Carlos Navarro R E V I E W USA (San Francisco) Mario Cabrera Europe (Spain) Roberto "Vene” Barral 38/42 Colombia José Pérez

A U G U S T O F E L I B E R T T / D J CONTACTS 43/47

USA (New York) Renan Morales J O S É P É R E Z /D J USA (Pennsylvania) Laura Yoly Teran Argentina Gerardo Oswaldo Russo 48/50 Europe (Spain) Salvatore Martínez

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03 04 Sheila E. On U.S. Tour Enjoy the best Woman Drummer of the last three decades for two months

In each performance she has captivated crowds of all ages with her passion, talent and unparalleled personality. Sheila E. live mixture Latin Jazz, Pop, Sheila E.: R&B and Funk rhythms in all For three decades, Sheila her musical shows. Escovedo better known by At any given time during the her world fans as Sheila E., concert, Pete Escovedo’s has been a dynamic and daughter could surprise you influential musician, singing, dancing, playing an besides being a musical instrument, or all three at once icon and inspirational on the stage interpreting her figure for all recent hits from her newest entertainment movement album, Icon, and the public´s since she debuted with her older favorites. first solo album, The Glamorous Life. Sheila is appearing at venues of all sizes across the country, and if you haven’t had the opportunity to attend to one of them, now is your moment!

Luxury Infinity Yacht in New York presents FRANK REYES Live Show on September 2nd Time: 5:00pm Tickets: $50 - $70+ Website: https://www.facebook.com/pg/frankReyeselprincipe/about/? ref=page_internal Frank Reyes is a Dominican bachatero with 27 years of experience known throughout Latin America. His debut album "Tú serás mi reina" was released in 2001, obtaining great success and acceptance in the Bachata music. Then, he continued with the second album “Si el amor condena estoy condenado” (1993), "Bachata con Categoría" (1994), "Regreso mi amor bonito" (1995) and 16 consecutive albums. In 2002 he got his internationalization with the song "Nada de Nada" reaching all the Spanish-speaking countries in America and Europe. He recently released the single "Veneno" (2018); positioning himself at the top of the Music Choice billboard and we will be happy if you attend to this spectacular Bachata live show aboard of a Luxury Yacht with the most exotic drinks and the maximum fun with special people.

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01 BATON ROUGE LATIN NIGHTS PUBLICITY Doors open at 9:00 PM Tickets in Advance: $10. Available on-line at www.VarsityTheatre.com 01 Venue: Varsity Theatre. 3353 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 Age: 18+ 02 www.clubmayan.com

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03 04 JOSE ALBERTO "EL The King Romeo Santos CANARIO" presents an arrives to the U.S. stage with exclusive performance at his Golden Tour SOB’S on September 22nd IN TO THE MOST PURE BACHATA CELEBRATION FROM SEPTEMBER TO OCTOBER HE SHOWMAN OFFERS YOU ONE NIGHT OF TOTAL SALSERO ENTERTAINMENT Price: $49 - $497+ Shows: 8:00PM & 10:00PM The Latin Superstar Romeo Santos begins the U.S. Golden Price: $35.00 Tour starting in September until October in the main cities Ages: 21+ of 14 states of the country with an amazing show of almost Website: www.sobs.com Two and half hours in which the king of Bachata will give in The Dominican Salsa singer, José Alberto "El body, mind, soul, interpretation and dance. Canario" was born December 22, 1958 in Villa A night in which he will perform the hits of his latest album Consuelo, Santo Domingo and moved to Puerto "Golden" without neglecting his most acclaimed singles and Rico at seven years old with his family. In Puerto cheering for the public of several generations: “Propuesta Rico he started his own band in 1983 at 18 years indecente”, “Sobredosis”, “Farsante”, among many others. old. The album Noches Calientes (1984) catapulted him as one of the best Latin Salsero artists and on With a display of an impressive light show, the number 1 on 24 May 2008, “El Canario” celebrated 30 years of the Top Latin Albums list for four consecutive years will trajectory with tickets sold out and a full house at conquer the most imposing stages in the United States and the United Palace Theater in New York City. surely you will not want to miss it, so guarantee your spot The Showman promises to bring you the best salsa now through www.romeosantosonline.com and don’t let show of this season in SOB's, with his great hits in your friends tell you about it! A Latin Night to remember two-set shows so you can enjoy the best salsa with the best Romantic Bachata offered by the King: scene in New York. Romeo Santos.

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03 04 SALSA LIVE BAILABLE with Special Guests of the musical Salsa showcase of the moment comes to the Florida State

THE MAXIMUM SALSEROS EXPONENTS: TITO ALLEN, JOHN "DANDY"RODRIGUEZ, FRANKIE VÁZQUEZ, JOSÉ MADERA AND JOSÉ ALBERTO “EL CANARIO” IN AN AMAZING CONCERT ON SEPTEMBER 15TH

Price: $24 - $44 The most anticipated dance concert in the Florida State opens its doors to present the most outstanding Soneros of the music scene of recent times: Tito Allen and John "Dandy" Rodríguez remembering "La Típica 73", while Frankie Vázquez and José Madera will do his show remembering the music of "Tito Puente y Machito", also José Alberto “El Canario” will offer an incredible show with his greatest hits. You will also enjoy the participation in the mixes of: DJ Raya, DJ Caliche and DJ Juan Carlos Parra Charles F. in one of the most imposing venues, the Charles F. Dodge City Center in Pembroke Pines. If you are in Florida and want to go an old school Salsa show, we would like to invite you to witness this show with the purest talent that only these salsa players can offer you. Acquire your tickets soon in www.ticketmaster.com before it’s sold out.

Johnny “Dandy” Rodríguez Jr. played Bongo over 30 years in the Tito Puente Orchestra since he was 17 years old; also, he worked with Tito Rodriguez from 1965 to 1968 and with Ray Barretto from 1970 until the end of 1972. Since 2000, “Johnny Dandy” Rodríguez Jr is the leader of The Mambo Legends Orchestra. Frankie Vazquez is a Boricua Salsa Singer who collaborated with the pianist, orchestra conductor, composer and arranger Martín Arroyo in the project: Soneros Del Barrio in 1999. The aim was to transmit to the new generations a musical memory with new arrangements, technology and the talent of the musicians of today. In the same way, he participated in one of the productions of the Venezuelan, Gerardo Rosales "Mr.Tambo" vocalizing several songs of the production "La Salsa es mi Vida". In 2004, he sings "Mi Rumba es Candela" from the album Oasis by Ricky González, and in the last years his activity,he has been unstoppable. Recently, he participated in the tribute to Héctor Lavoe in New York, as well as many others... 12 USA | PUBLICITY | NY

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03 04 05 GRUPO NICHE OFFER A CONCERT TO REMEMBER ON AUGUST 22ND IN ENGLEWOOD TAKE PLEASURE IN AN EVENING WITH THE MOST POPULAR SALSA BAND IN THE CONTINENT IN NEW JERSEY

Start a Saturday evening with fun in the company of one of the most successful Salsa bands of recent times, Grupo Niche. They will be singing the songs that their fans most want to hear and you will love seeing this orchestra of 14 musicians on stage performing their heart out at the Bergen PAC. Please, follow them in their official Fan page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/elgruponiche/

Grupo Niche is a salsa band founded in 1980 in Cali, Colombia and considered one of the most important groupings of Latin salsa. The band is known for its music’s fast and vigorous dances, as well as romantic themes of a much slower pace. Among their best-known hits are “Cali Ají,” “Del Puente p'allá,” “Sin sentimiento,” “Una Aventura,” “Etnia,” “Gotas de Lluvia” and “Han Cogido la Cosa.” The group still enjoys some of its past successes, and tours, making worldwide presentations, and singing their most memorable songs.

THE NEW JERSEY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER ANNOUNCES THE MOST IMPORTANT SALSA ACT OF THIS SUMMER

OSCAR D’ LEÓN, TONY VEGA AND LOS HERMANOS MORENO PRESENT NIGHTFALL OF ROMANTIC SALSA ON SEPTEMBER 22ND

We invite you to the nightfall romantic salsa with three music acts: The Venezuelan bassist and vocalist Oscar D' León making the best show with his repertoire for all Salsa Dancer. Then, the Puerto Rican vocalist Tony Vega with a Romantic style singing his greatest hits such as: Esa Mujer, Aparentemente, Ella es, Fui La Carnada, Lo Mío es Amor, Haremos El Amor, Payaso, Dile, Deja, Déjame Soñaar, and many More ..., and the NJ-based tropical band Los Hermanos Moreno in the stage with their great salsa show at NJPAC. 14 USA | PUBLICITY | NY

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03 04 INTERNATIONAL SALSA MAGAZINE WEST GATE LOUNGE ROCCAPULCO brings the presents ADALBERTO best Salsa singers of the SANTIAGO with JIMMY moment in U.S. DELGADO ORCHESTRA ANDY MONTAÑEZ, REY RUÍZ, MAELO RUÍZ AND & TITO ROJAS in GRUPO NICHE ARE THE SPECIAL GUESTS TO THE SALSA SATURDAY NIGHTS AT September ROCCAPULCO “EL SALÓN DE LAS ESTRELLAS” EVERY SATURDAY JOY THE TOP SALSA LOCATED IN SAN FRANCISCO, CA. SOUNDS WITH LIVE LATIN BANDS, DJS AND LEARN THE LATEST DANCE STEPS Salsa Events coming: WITH SALSA DANCE LESSONS Andy Montañez: Saturday, September 1st Dates: Rey Ruíz: Saturday, September 8th Adalberto Santiago with Jimmy Delgado Maelo Ruíz & Orquesta Los Adolecentes: Orchestra: Saturday, September 9th Saturday, October 20th Tito Rojas: Saturday, September 29th Grupo Niche: Saturday, November 24th -Age: 21+ -Two (2) drink minimum per person for table Book your Tickets quickly before it’s sold service out, clicking here: www.ticketsparati.com -Proper Attire - Dress to Impress Besides of all this, you can get additional Reserve Early and don’t miss each Spectacular information visiting their official website Latin Event in this Space in the capital of the http://www.roccapulco.com/ world, New York West Gate Lounge New York's Finest Latin Music & Dancing for over 30 years! Please, visit them through http://www.westgatelounge.com/

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01 LA NOCHE Latin Dance Party! Join them for an amazing evening of Latin music PUBLICITY and dancing hosted by DJ Blas and DJ CJ! Date: Friday, September 7th 01 Time: 9:00 PM Venue: Star Theater. 13 NW Sixth Avenue, Portland, OR 97209 Price: $10 Age: 21+ Website: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/la- noche-latin-dance-party-star-theater- tickets/8628675? REFERRAL_ID=tmfeed&crosssite=TM_US:25001 62:339008 02 www.mountainwinery.com 03 https://tradervicsemeryville.com/ 04 www.yoshis.com 02

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3rd Annual Maui NOCHE DE SALSA Salsa Bachata comes to EL Congress begins in TIBURON in New September Jersey Venue: Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa. 2605 Kaanapali Pkwy, ORQUESTA BORINLLAUCA DE FERNANDO Kaanapali 9676 PINTO AND THE SPECIAL GUESTS: WILLIE Prices: $20 – $200 ALVAREZ & FRANKIE VASQUEZ PRESENT The 3rd Annual Maui Salsa Bachata Congress says ALOHA, THEIR BEST REPERTOIRE IN AN and returns to the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa for four UNFORGOTTEN NIGHT days in the exotic island of Maui. The Maui Salsa Bachata Congress features performers and instructors from some of the most famous salsa countries: Colombia – Cuba – U.S. – The public asked for it and El Tiburon (Restaurant Puerto Rico. & Cevicheria) brings it to them. #MAUISALSA "THE ULTIMATE DANCE VACATION IN A Special Event for the Latins in New Jersey! HAWAII" offers: The Fernando Pinto's Borinllauca Orchestra with 3 Days of Workshops & Performances the Special Guests: Willie Alvarez "El Trombonista 4 Nights of Social Dancing del Barrio" and Frankie Vasquez "El Sonero del Dance Classes in Salsa & Bachata from Barrio" will give life to Salsa Night in the "El Rey beginners/intermediate to advanced del Ceviche”, and DJ Maelo will mix the best 6 Local and International DJs Tropical Music to the Salseros lovers. LIVE MUSIC BY: If you want more information about this Latin Salsa Legend, Ismael Miranda. event, please contact them: 908-289-4078 or Two times Latin Grammy Nominees, Voz a Voz you can visit them in their official website: Manny Rod http://eltiburonnj.com Hawaii's multi-award winning Latin band, Son Caribe 18 INTERNATIONAL SALSA MAGAZINE

smael Miranda “El Niño Bonito de la Salsa” is a Puerto Rican singer & bandleader originally from Puerto Rico, who debuted with Joey Pastrana in 1967 and they had a hit titled “Rumbón Melon”. In 1969, Ismael Miranda got the nickname “The Pretty Boy” at 19 years old when he joined to the FANIA All‐Stars. The Pretty Boy continued his artist career with the All‐ Stars during the 1970s touring the world. A decade I later, Miranda made the transition from the Hard Salsa of the 1970s to the Romantic Salsa. Enjoy sunset beach, dance parties, and celebrate with others who share your passion for Latin dance! Acquire your tickets and more information in www.mauisalsacongress.com.

Montreal Is Kizomba Festival 2018

Location: Marche Bonsecours - Vieux Montreal Hall. 300, Saint Paul Street East, Montreal H2Y 1H2 THIS IS AN EVENT NOT TO BE MISSED! Performances from world renowned Dancers || workshops || 8 Top Local and International DJs playing the best Latin Music and much more… If you don’t want to miss any of these days full of dancing, fun and learning in Montreal – Canada, come and visit their website & get the tickets now http://montrealiskizomba.com/tickets.

19 EUROPE BY CARMEN AULAR SensuAlcalá con Salsa debuta con su 1º edición. Un festival que combina el baile con la belleza de una ciudad medieval, patrimonio de la UNESCO, como es Alcalá de Henares, en Madrid. Disfruta bailando en sus principales plazas al aire libre, y también con el amplio abanico de clases en espacio interior de la mano de los mejores artistas. Un nuevo concepto de festival de: KIZOMBA, URBAN KIZ, BACHATA y SALSA. 60 horas de clases separadas en espacios independientes y disciplinas. Fiestas sociales nocturnas en salas diferentes (separadas por disciplinas). Por Primera Vez en España: Fiestas sociales diurnas en 3 de las plazas históricas más importantes de Alcalá de Henares. 40 artistas del panorama nacional e internacional darán clases y bailarán. Se llevarán a cabo actividades de Baile al Aire Libre en Plazas del centro de Alcalá de Henares: - Plaza de Cervantes. - Ruinas de Santa María. - Fachada de la Universidad (Calle Pedro Gumiel). - Auditorio Paco de Lucía (shows el sábado). - Auditorio Manuel Azaña. Las actividades que requieren una mayor concentración o acústica, se llevarán a cabo en el Complejo Cervantes. ¡SensuAlcalá El transporte entre la Plaza de Cervantes (exterior) y El Complejo Cervantes (interior) será gratuito con una alta frecuencia de salidas entre los diferentes puntos para con Salsa! que no te pierdas ninguna actividad. Habrá servicio especial el sábado 15 de septiembre, para FECHA: DEL 13 AL 17 DE SEPTIEMBRE DE los shows de artistas que se celebrarán en el Auditorio 2018. Paco de Lucía, será también gratuito desde el Complejo LUGAR: COMPLEJO CERVANTES, ALCALÁ. Cervantes. MADRID, SPAIN ENTRADAS: 100 Disponen de servicio de autobuses exclusivos para el € festival desde aeropuerto y estación de tren, hasta el centro de Alcalá de Henares, Madrid. Alojamiento: By Carmen Aular Alójese en alguno de los Hoteles Amigos del Festival: Hotel 4 Caños: Desde 33 € por persona y noche. Hostel Complutum: Desde 29,75 € por persona y noche. Hotel Complutense: Desde 26,50 € por persona y noche. Tickets y reservaciones: www.weezevent.com/sensualcala Más información: www.sensualcala.com

21 NOMADIC | 2 4 BOSPHORUS DANCE FESTIVAL 'SECOND EDITION'

Istanbul, September 13th-16th, 2018. Turkey. Everyone who attended the first edition of the Bosphorus Dance Festival, had a blast; so, here we go again with the 2nd edition. The Festival will start on September 13th with a boat party (Bosphorus ambiance) and then in a 5 star hotel Elite World Asia, until September 17th. Four days, non stop fun & dance. Full Pass includes 4 nights & days, all parties, shows, workshops , welcome Yacht party (Thursday) and bonus entertainment Bosphorus Swimming, Dance & Fun Yacht Tour. Entertainment Bosphorus Swimming, Dance & Fun Yacht Tour (all day long) on Sunday - extra price for party pass owners - 12 € (60 TL) Party Program Thursday: 22.00 - 02.30 Welcome Party on Boat with Bosphorus Ambiance Friday - Saturday - Sunday: 22.00 - 06.00 - 3 Floors Party (Salsa - Bachata - Kizomba) Sunday bonus: 12.00-18.00 Swimming, Dance & Fun Tour on Boat Accomodation 5 Star Festival Hotel Elite World Asia Accommodation with breakfast for 2 people, 55 € (in a deluxe room for 1 night) Sauna, Pool, Turkish Bath, Fitness center is free for our hotel guests. Water, tea and coffee is free in rooms. Single accomodation for each night: 45 € Double accomodation for each night (2 people): 55 € More information: http://bosphorusdancefestival.com/ [email protected] whatsapp: +90 532 411 1148 22 INTERNATIONAL SALSA MAGAZINE

-Gabriel and Leticia (Argentina) - Champions Bachata Cabare Sensual, World Latin Dance Cup 2016г. - Sara Lopez (Spain) - Kizomba - Mandela (Portugal) - Kizomba, Semba, Kuduro - Joan Pich (Spain) - Bachata Sensual - Dimitar and Teodora - 4th place Bachata Sensual Cabare at World Latin Dance Cup 2016г. - DJ Radikal - Kizomba - DJ Ryan Miles - Bachata - DJ Vihren - Mix - more artists are coming soon.... More information: Stanislava Tomova tel.: +359884626033, e-mail: admin@ romanticdancefest.com web: http://www.romanticdancefest.com/

2ND ROMANTIC BACHATA AND KIZOMBA FESTIVAL September 21th - 23th, 2018 Varna - Bulgaria All lovers of the romantic genres Bachata and Kizomba, you are cordially invited. Also, Sunny Dance studio and U-POINT travel agency invite you to one different dance festival. We present you the 2nd Romantic Bachata & Kizomba Fest 2018. Especially for you, they have invited some of the best performers in both styles. You are going to experience 3 unforgettable days, with classes and parties, shows and performances with the participation of starting artists, some of the best Bachata and Kizomba artists of the world! 23 UP & UP: A view of the neighbouring peak from the other challenging peak.

3RD VILNIUS BACHATA FEST! City of Angels in Lithuania!!!! The perfect place to learn, party and enjoy. The first and second Vilnius Bachata Festivals were amazing, so we want to invite you to the 3rd edition! Bachata Fever Lithuania brings you the 3rd Vilnius Bachata Fest! Come to Vilnius, Lithuania and share your passion with us. We promise you 3 unforgettable days and nights in a beautiful city of Angels. The best instructors, DJ’s and dancers, in one place. From workshops to shows and parties, you can be sure to will be in the best hands. And to make this happen, they have selected the best instructors and talents. Check out the list of teachers and DJs and the entire program.

The Artists: BACHATA Marco & Sara (Spain) New Dario & Sara (Spain) Sergio & Beige (Czech Republic) New Javi & Lara (Spain) New Azael & Jomante (Mex /Lithuania) Sol & Laura (UK) Ami Emirato (UK) Biskit & Paola (UK) Sorush & Irina ( Sweden ) Pablo Vilches ( Spain) Skirmantas & Erika (Lithuania) ...More to come. KIZOMBA Ricardo & Paula - Afrolatin Connection (Portugal) New Sara Panero (Spain) New Azael & Jomante 24 ...More to come. The music: SATURDAY DJ’s: DJ Alejandro (Israel) New DJ Dimensions -Registration ( UK) New DJ Pier (Spain) -Workshops DJ Pakinho (Spain) New ...More to come. -Party : GALA night -Shows SUNDAY The program: THURSDAY -Pre Party -Registration ( Included in the full pass) at Fever Dance -Workshops Studio. -Party: Sin City "Red and Black" Party The tickets: FRIDAY Full Pass: -Registration 100€ till 12th of Sept -Workshops 110€ at the door. -Party: Welcome to City of Angels "White" Party. +Shows and Bachateur More information: Competition. Bachata Fever Lithuania (Facebook). bachatafeverlt@ gmail.com More information: BACHATA https:// www.facebook.com / events/15656913068 EXPERIENCE 2018 4286 0/ Fiesta Deluxe - Bachata Experience September 14th and 15th, 2018 BACHATA Event Center Fokker, IJweg 1094, Hoofddorp (Netherlands) EXPERIENCE SCHEDULE: 09.14.2018: PRE- PARTY (21:15 - 03:00) 09.15.2018: DAY WORKSHOPS (10:00 - 17:00) 3 LEVELS 09.15.2018: MAIN- PARTY (3 AREAS) (21.00 - 04.00)

TICKETS: FULL PASS Day workshops & Friday and Saturday Parties 75€ : *online 95€: at the door SILVER PASS Day workshops (excl. parties) 65€: *online 85€: at the door 25 FRIDAY PRE-PARTY: 10€: *online 12€: at the door SATURDAY MAIN-PARTY: 12€: *online 15€: at the door PARTY PASS - friday & saturday 20€: *online 23€: at the door * Online plus € 1,49 service costs: https://www.latinworld.nl/tickets Location / Address: Event Center Fokker IJweg 1094 2133 MH at Hoofddorp (Netherlands) More Information: 06 21 541 494 (BRIPA) https://www.facebook.com/events/1565691306 842860/?active_tab=about

After five successful editions, the Bachatart Bachatart Festival 6th Edition - International Festival 6th edition is coming in Marseille (Aubagne) on September 21st, 22nd September 21st - 23rd and 23rd, 2018. Place: Marseille, France. Tickets: 65€ - 510€ For the sixth time in France, we are glad to welcome you to the Bachatart International festival: a national and international Bachata Fusion, Salsa and kizomba competition. Workshops, shows, concerts, parties…and more. 4 Workshop Rooms and party Rooms 50 hours of workshops : bachata intermediate / bachata advance / salsa/ kizomba / beginner 2 Live Concerts Vip Pass 800 Accomodation, hotels: less than 1 km Bachatart Challenge, competition for amateurs from festival venue. based on workshops during the weekend. Salsart competition is coming this year! Who will be the first Salsart French Champion? 2 great concerts Saturday & Sunday evening. .

26 INTERNATIONAL SALSA MAGAZINE | EUROPE Will you be the next champion of bachata fusion in France? Or the world champion? Register and get your place for the final (all your fees will be taken by the organization) Do you want to know more? Would you like to be the image of the competition? Take your chance now!

More information: http://bachatartfrance.com Cuban Weekend with Osmani

Segura You can’t miss this opportunity to dance Cuban Salsa in Bulgaria. Date: 08 - 09 Sep 2018. Place: Plovdiv, Bulgaria Plovdiv Cultural Institute Ivan Perpeliev Street 5 Tickets: 5€ - 40€

27 INTERNATIONAL SALSA MAGAZINE Are you ready for a cuban weekend filled with lots of dancing, new people and great fun? On 09.08 and 09.09.2018 we have the pleasure to welcome, for the first time in Bulgaria, the cuban dancer, teacher and choreographer Osmani Segura, who will give Salsa, Afro-cuban Body Isolation lessons for everybody. Here is some information about him: Osmani was born in ‘Habana Vieja’, a very special barrio of Havana, Cuba. He began his dancing journey at age 16 in Cuba. Since then, the street was his main school and the stage became his second home. He was a member of several dance companies in Cuba, allowing him to improve his knowledge of dances like, Rumba, Afro- Cuban Body Isolation, Mambo, Cha Cha Chá and other traditional cuban dances, as well as Casino de Calle (also known as Salsa Cuban Style) and international dances like Samba and Hip-Hop.

His career as a teacher started back in Cuba in 2002. In 2006 he became a member of the german hip-hop crew ‘Just blaze’ led by Camillo Lauricella and with them became a German Hip-Hop Champion. Since 2010 he provides his knowledge to his students, all the way from beginners to stage performer level. Together with his dance groups “Los Freakos” or the “Latin Instinct Dance Company” Osmani has already taught and performed on stage at several Salsa congresses in Germany and Europe and since 2013 he also performs as soloist! Prices: FULLPASS (includes two days of workshops and one party) - 80 leva/ 40 EUR ONE DAY PASS (includes one day of workshops and one party) - 50 leva/ 25 EUR PARTY PASS - 10 leva/ 5 EUR For contact and reservations: Mirela Vlaseva E-mail: mirelavlaseva@ gmail.com Phone number: +359887658793 +491631882546

28 INTERNATIONAL SALSA MAGAZINE | EUROPE FESTIVAL TOROS Y SALSA - DAX. SEPTEMBER 7TH-9TH, 2018

Dax - France. Tickets: 25€ - 90€ Toros y Salsa was born in 1995 from the shared passion of two amateurs for the fiesta “brava". This adjective, which is part of the vocabulary of bullfighting, refers to the bravery and caste of the bull. It is also used by salseros to characterize authentic and uncompromising music. From this analogy, was born the idea to create a marriage of heart between these two cultures. The festival owes its unique identity to its original programming based on discoveries, creations and the now famous "descargas". A village of casetas serves as a showcase for the stage and allows all audiences to eat or share a drink in a friendly atmosphere throughout these 3 days of free concerts. From September 7th to 9th, Dax will meet you for a new musical escapade on the shores of the Adour and in the shade of the paths of the Théodore Denis Park with the swaying rhythms of salsa. TICKETS ONLINE: Once again this year, Toros y HTTP://FERIA- Salsa will be delighted by the DAX.MAPLACE.FR/FR/EVENEMENTS/ opening of the season by MORE INFORMATION: inviting you for a weekend to INFO.FESTIVALTYS@ GMAIL.COM share the sweet evenings of HTTP://TOROSYSALSA.DAX.FR late-summer where you can taste the spicy flavors of tropical music.

29 INTERNATIONAL SALSA MAGAZINE | EUROPE FREE SALSA CLASSES AT ANY GIVEN MONDAY IN MADRID

Madrid -Spain Calle de Serrano, 45, 28001. When: Every Monday. Time: From 22:00 until 00:00. Place: Le Boutique Club – Calle de Serrano, 45. Metro: Serrano.

Are you ready to have fun, meet new people and improve your dance moves? Now you can learn and practice salsa, bachata and merengue moves for free - no reservation required and no need to bring a partner! Every Monday at Le Boutique you will have the chance to learn salsa and latin moves with professional teachers. Everyone is welcome, from complete beginners to the most confident dancers. Come along and learn some of the hottest dances of the moment! Autumn begins with Bachata!!! KYIV SENSUAL WEEKEND September 14th - 16th, in Kyiv, the SEPTEMBER 14TH-16TH 2018 center of Europe. We are glad to please the residents and guests of the capital of Ukraine! The next Dance Weekend Festival will be held in AUTUMN 2018! 3 days and 3 nights of happiness, smiles, new friendships and certainly, lots of dancing! In between dancing and workshops, you will have the opportunity to plunge into the Ukrainian culture and visit the most significant places in Kyiv. So do not plan anything from September 14-16, 2018 and dance in INSTRUCTORS: Cornel & Rithika Bachata Sensual. DJ's : DJ Ukraine. Kis/DJ Papi Chango/DJ Said/DJ Dani .More information: See you at the Kyiv Sensual Weekend kievdanceweekend@ gmail.com 2018! VENUE: One of the best dance centers in Ukraine the "Dance Center MyWay". Metro Shuliavs'ka A.Dovzhenka St.3 Tickets 14€ - 130€ available at: https://goo.gl/tN5M86

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On Saturday, August 18th, as every day since Milano Latin June 14th, the Milano Latin Festival opened the gates at 6.30 pm and closed them at 2 am, for Festival 2018 - 66 the last mint-flavored aperitif and lime; the last dinner with authentic Latin-American flavors, the days of music and last night with the favorite Latin music to listen culture in Italy to and dance in the Festival's 5 plazas: Plaza 100% Latina full of cumbia, salsa brava and salsa dura with Dj Dee and Dj Lamega and their Five different Dance Squares to dancers had fun to the rhythms of bachata, experience all the music of Latin reggaeton, salsa, merengue, dembow; and commercial music in Playa Santo Domingo; the America in one event! Thousands and "Cubanissimo show" of dance and animation thousands of people of all ages danced directly from Isla Grande, in Plaza Cuba; this for 66 days in a row in this 4th Milan year's novelties, met with great success, are the Latin Festival. On the 66th night, a Salsodromo Camana, ran directly from the very famous Camana Club for all of the music and Saturday night fever was skyrocket, dance lovers, and Praça Brasil, the square before finally closing its doors on the dedicated exclusively to Brazilian music and 2018 edition and to meet again in the dance, a location that had been missing for many summer of 2019. years and has been re-inserted to give great importance to the great tradition of the Brazilian 31 sound. The fourth edition of the Milan Latin Festival ended. "We are talking about a During the 66 days of the festival that started small and today, after four long show, we enjoyed over years, it has finally become 190,000 appearances. In an adult and has had the over two months, 32 live right recognition with this concerts by some of the edition; with 20,000 more greatest stars of Latin music visitors, and for visibility, the took place, uninterrupted - printed paper and on all such as Ozuna, Lali Esposito, mass media" comments "Planning and planning 66 Prince Royce, Willie Colòn, Fabio Messerotti, Director of days of entertainment and Piso 21, Grupo Niche, Daniela the event. "The main reason 32 concerts was not easy Mercury, Havana D'Primera - for this growth is that our and without an adequate 14 groups of traditional festival must be for technical staff, it would everyone and within reach of never have been possible - music and dance for the continues Fabio Messerotti - inaugural party, 7 national all budgets: a festival that looks at money only clashes for this, I wholeheartedly festivals, 16 cultural events began to thank my extended dedicated to different with our philosophy of wanting to spread and arm, the tireless Nieves countries, 21 folk events, 5 different enhance culture, dance, Machado, who took care of dance squares opened every night, a big music and Latin American the exhibitors, and all the screen TV to see the world cup, 4 gastronomy, also helping a logistics of the concerts. I restaurants and 4 tasting points where want to thank all the you could enjoy all the nuances of Latin difficult process of healthy integration”. Festival workers at every American cuisine, 5 discos & cocktail level, because the success of bars and a rum museum; the stands that the event must also be the revived the typical Latin American success of all those who handicraft markets, a children's area and have worked with the Great Ferragosto of the children determination ". with Geronimo Stilton.

32 INTERNATIONAL SALSA MAGAZINE | EUROPE Milan Latin Festival 2019 in Assago is coming. From Thursday June 13th to Saturday August 19th 2019. These are the dates of the fifth edition of the Milan Latin Festival, which returns to Assago for over two months, dedicated to the Latin American culture from all points of view: from the music, to the dancing, to the gastronomic experience, without neglecting the cultural, historical and strong traditional roots of a whole continent. More information about 2019’s event: https://www.milanolatinfestival.it/ +342 6437708. Program Turkey Festival

GALA PARTY SEPTEMBER 0 22:00 - 23:30 NEWEST PREMIER SHOWS We have wonderful new shows from our instructors. Don't miss NEWEST PREMIER SHOWS Instructor Ball Room NONSTOP DANCE PARTY ON 41 FLOORS (SALSA - BACHATA -KIZOMBA-CUBANA) Have fun with very nice ambiance of Elite World Hotel with hundreds of good dancers 0 23:00-06:00 34 Salsa & West Coast Swing every Monday in Paris Prices: 1 Course: 8 € 2 Lessons: 12 € Every Monday at Delaville Café, an evening to start 3 Lessons: 18 € the week! Enjoy the “suave” course in the Mosaïque room, then Free admission for the evening in the Marguerite room (upper room) for 2 hours of Address: West Coast Swing. Delaville Café 34 boulevard bonne nouvelle, 75010 Paris, France. In the program: We can not wait to see you all! 7:30 pm: Lady Styling The A Corps Tenu Team invite 8:30 pm: Salsa Course Level 2 (lower room) + West you. Coast Swing Level 1 (upper room) 9.30 pm: Salsa Course Lvl 1 (lower room) + West More information: Coast Swing Lvl 2 (upper room) Instagram: 22h30: 2 rooms 2 atmospheres https://www.instagram.com/acorp stenu/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel /UCXNJSk4m0i1HRrh2yOCXK2w 35 ROADTRIPS OUT WEST BY MAX LEE

SKIN2SKIN CONGRESS 2ND EDITION Workshops held only by international world famous artists, reference points of the various styles of kizomba, urbankiz, semba and bachata sensual. September 21st - 23rd Piombino - Italy. 3 parties where you can watch the artists' shows and enjoy the music of two of the Two days of study and entertainment most popular DJs in the kizombero scene dedicated to the 'Skin to Skin' dances, in a of the moment, DJ Puto X and DJ Kakah! splendid seaside location that will combine, relaxed mood with culture. You will return home with a vast and rich cultural More information: baggage, ranging from tradition to the https://www.skin2skincongress.com/en/ latest updates of the most fashionable +39 3383724016 styles of dances at the moment! +39 3206185655 +39 3318822817 00 | ISM 36 SOFIA SALSA MINI-FEST LOCATION SEPTEMBER 29TH - The event will entirely take place in the newly renovated and absolutely 30TH, 2018 spectacular hall “V parka” in Sofia, where the atmosphere will truly be like a big Sofia - Bulgaria. international congress. We can also Tickets: 33€ -39€ confirm that the one and only DJ BOBI will be the official mini-fest DJ. In addition, It's truly an event not to be missed! some of the most attractive Bulgarian The moment has finally arrived where we invite dancers and projects will exclusively you to the newest event in Sofia’s dance calendar showcase their newest choreographies in - Sofia Salsa Mini-Fest® the event’s show program. Scheduled for September 29th and 30th, Sofia TICKETS Salsa Mini-Fest will be exactly what the name First 50 full passes - 33 EUR (all suggests: only 2 days of workshops, parties and workshops + party) shows. Full pass - 39 EUR (all workshops + party) Daily pass - 23 EUR (4 workshops in one ARTISTS day + party) The biggest surprise we can delightfully confirm Party pass - 8 EUR is the event's headliner - world-famous salsa star Single class - 10 EUR Barbara Jimenez! She will be teaching 4 workshops! ONLINE TICKETS https://sabitie.bg/event/konferentsii-i- Some of the best Bulgarian instructors will teach seminari/Sofia-Salsa-Mini-fest-.644 classes too - Salsa Ritmo (Tedy&Mitko), Moni (Streetsalseros), Tео (Imbalanced Dance Team), More information: George (Georgy & Bella), Palante (Evgeni&Lili), +359 884 723 077 Iva and the ladies from Revelations Dance Project. sofiasalsaminifest@ gmail.com 00 | ISM 37 LATIN AMERICA BY KARINA BERNALES, AUGUSTO FELIBERTT JOSÉ PERÉZ Hay muchas personas que se desenvuelven en el ámbito musical ya sea artistas, maestros, promotores, entre otros que consiguen sus metas mediante el trabajo duro, perseverancia y amor a la realización de su sueño. En esta ocasión conoceremos a Jimena Verano León, quien nació en 1974 (44 años) en Bogotá, Colombia. Nos menciona que a partir de sus 5 años es salsera gracias a su padre que es músico, quien trabajo con prestigiosas Orquestas Colombianas que marcaron su gusto musical, entre los temas que más le agradaron están “El Gran Combo”, “Richie Ray” y “Andy Montañez”.

A partir de sus 15 años comenzó sus estudios de solfeo en “La Sinfónica Juvenil de Bogotá”, pero un año después decidió seguir sus estudios básica, secundaria para luego ser administradora de empresas y así comenzar a dirigir su propio negocio, a parir del 2014 JIMENA creó el “VERANOPRODUCCIONES”, refiere que a pesar las difíciles situaciones que se le presentaron en su vida estas no la VERANO detuvieron a seguir adelante, dándole más fuerzas en su negocio musical. LEÓN BY KARINA BERNALES

El objetivo principal de su empresa es representar y promocionar nuevos artistas a nivel internacional. Nos menciona que cuenta con un canal de vídeos conocido como “SALSA CÁMARA” y con una revista musical llamada “TÚ VOZ LATINA COLOMBIA” la cual está por salir al mercado; ambos se utilizan para promocionar a los cantantes y agrupaciones latinos. Lo más importante para ella en la vida son: su hijo, los artistas y su país, al cual quiere hacer llegar muy alto a nivel mundial, mostrando como ejemplo a la gente luchadora y trabajadora en esta área, donde todo es posible con perseverancia y mente positiva.

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39 September 2018 Menealo Night club La Catedral De La Salsa B Y K ARINA BERNALES

En la ciudad de Tijuana se encuentra el night club “Menealo” conocida como la catedral de la salsa, donde no solo podrás disfrutar de la música tropical sino de disfrutar de la música en vivo de las orquestas, buena comida y bebidas. Anímate y disfruta con ellos una agradable momento, están ubicados en la zona rio, Av leona vicario, num 1470, Tijuana, México Para mayor información: contáctalos a través de

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40 SIUSTEDESDIRECTOROINTÉRPRETE, ancún, uno de los lugares turísticos CONTÁCTELOS A TRAVÉS DE [email protected] más visitado de México, donde uno SUENLACEDEAFILIADOYLAPÁGINA puede disfrutar de las maravillosas y DELEQUIPOPARAQUEPUEDA REGISTRAR A SU EQUIPO. hermosas playas del Caribe Mexicano y el turista tiene una amplia elección PARAMAYORINFORMACIÓN: WEBSITE: de hotelería recomendadas a nivel HTTPS://WWW.CACUNSBF.COM/ internacional, muchas habitaciones y CORREO:[email protected] FACEBOOK: ofrecen hermosas estancias en HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/SALSA paralelo con el mar. MBODANCEFESTCANCUN/ / C HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/EVENT S/574170086270157/ PARA COMPRAR LA ENTRADA: Para este 30 de Agosto hasta el 3 de HTTPS://WWW.EVENTBRITE.COM/E/CA Septiembre se estará realizando el 2° NCUN-SALSA-BACHATA-FESTIVAL- Anual de Salsambo Dance “Cancun TICKETS-44095175858 Salsa Bachata Festival” donde se estará realizando Talleres, eventos sociales, fiestas en bote, fiestas en la piscina y mucho más en el GR Solaris Cancún, ubicada en el Boulevard Kukulkan Lote 59 2, 77500 Cancún, México. Los precios son de $80 por persona por noche e incluyen todos los alimentos y bebidas. Las reservas se pueden hacer directamente con el hotel. 41 San Clemente Salsa Congress

BY KARINA BERNALES

Para el mes de Diciembre se estará realizando el 5to San Clemente Salsa Congress, donde ya nos dan a conocer a los principales bailarines que formaran parte de los shows a realizar en el congreso. Entre ellos estará por 2do año consecutivo la bailarina estadounidense (New York) Karel Flores, es conocida por ser una de las más importantes a nivel mundial por su estilo indiscutible, carisma, sensualidad y talento; estará realizando 3 workshops de primer nivel y una clase privada para solo 30 personas. ¿Quieres saber más de los bailarines que estarán en el congreso? Entérate de mas a través de nosotros www.salsamundi.com o a través de ellos en: WEBSITE: HTTP://WWW.SANCLEMENTESALSACONGRESS.COM/

FACEBOOK: HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/SAN-CLEMENTE-SALSA-CONGRESS- 1384904591761235/ INSTAGRAM: HTTPS://WWW.INSTAGRAM.COM/SANCLEMENTESALSACONGRESS/ TWITTER: HTTPS://TWITTER.COM/SCSALSACONGRESS YOUTUBE: HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/CHANNEL/UCXHEQIIT1D48T_ZLWYCZAJA CORREO: [email protected] TELÉFONO: +54 9 11 6838-6589 42 “ANTES DE ENTRAR A DIRIGIR EN NUEVA YORK ALGUIEN LE PREGUNTÓ A GUSTAVO: ‘”MAESTRO, ¿QUÉ ESTÁ ESCUCHANDO? ¿TCHAIKOVSKY? Y GUSTAVO LE RESPONDIÓ: ‘NO, TITO RODRÍGUEZ PORQUE ME DA SWING’“ --GUSTAVO DUDAMEL

43 BY AUGUSTO FELIBERTT Oscar Dudamel el padre de Gustavo Dudamel director de la Orquesta filarmónica de los Ángeles y de la Orquesta Simón Bolívar de Venezuela, tiene muchos años de ser músico, todos los viernes y LOS sábados, recibe los aplausos del público en el local donde toca el trombón desde una pequeña tarima con” La otra Banda de DUDAMEL Dudamel” el conjunto Agraz, un grupo de salsa que tiene como plato fuerte los temas de la dupla que hicieron famosos Héctor Lavoe y Willie Colón. Padre e Los domingos, a Oscar Dudamel le toca estar en la otra orilla y aplaudir de pie, como lo hacen los padres, hinchados de Hijo orgullo por el talento de su hijo que con batuta en mano, dirige una Orquesta Sinfónica de prestigio mundial y que si se piensa bien, su vena musical germinó de los metales de la charanga la salsa y el BY AUGUSTO FELIBERTT guaguancó. Y es que la música, a menudo, entra también por los ojos, que lo diga Oscar Dudamel, que supo que quería ser trombonista cuando vio en La Feria de la Alegría a Willie Colón empuñar su instrumento al tiempo que inflaba los cachetes, de esa manera, es sabido, que el primer acercamiento del hoy brillante, joven y cotizado Director de Orquesta Gustavo Dudamel a la música, no fue apreciando al Tchaikovski que tanto le gusta dirigir, por el contrario fue apreciando la música que salía del trombón de su adorado padre. En junio anterior Oscar rindió como de costumbre homenaje a Hector Lavoe, por conmemorarse años de su muerte. “Héctor Lavoe murió el lunes 29 de junio de 1993 a las 11:45 de la mañana”, suceso que recuerda con la exactitud que marcan los hechos tristes, pero a pesar del dolor, con satisfacción y orgullo, menciona que su hijo Gustavo de solo 29 años, antes de entrar a escena repite un ritual especial: “ANTES DE ENTRAR A DIRIGIR EN NUEVA YORK ALGUIEN LE PREGUNTÓ A GUSTAVO: ‘”MAESTRO, ¿QUÉ ESTÁ ESCUCHANDO? ¿TCHAIKOVSKY? Y GUSTAVO LE RESPONDIÓ: ‘NO, TITO RODRÍGUEZ PORQUE ME DA SWING"

Pasadas las 10 de la noche es difícil Si alguien dijera que Gustavo Dudamel tiene encontrar lugar en “El templo de la salsa”, una deuda de su vocación de músico con las entradas no se agotan, pero sí las mesas Willie Colón y Héctor Lavoe no sería y los mejores puestos de este local ubicado desacertado, o reconoce su padre, quien en la calle 7 que cruza la avenida Bolívar de muchas veces ha referido que la versatilidad Maracay, allí se dan cita fanáticos y de su hijo se debe a que siempre escuchó bailarines aficionados. de la salsa y música popular y clásica. lógicamente admiradores de Héctor Lavoe y Willie Colón. “ESCUCHABA MÁS SALSA QUE A Oscar Dudamel en el trombón lo BEETHOVEN, POR ESO SERÁ QUE acompañan Charly Guzmán, un joven TIENE TANTO RITMO”, DICE ENTRE talentoso que con apenas 18 años muestra RISAS. los dotes de su voz; Oswaldo Agraz (director musical, piano y coros), Gerardo Vargas “Soy su fan número uno. Él cumplió las metas (bajo), Vicente Guzmán (timbal), Júnior que yo, por diversas circunstancias, no pude Narváez (bongó), Diego Camus (conga y cumplir, hizo realidad el sueño que yo coros), Ventura Prieto (trombón) y Johan quería.,ha llegado donde a mí me hubiera Figueroa (trombón suplente). Se trata del gustado”, revela el padre, quien ve en su hijo mismo formato, instrumentos e idéntica una prolongación suya, “, acota. distribución (los trombones al lado del vocalista) de la orquesta que lo cautivó. FOTOGRAFIAS: GUSTAVO DUDAMEL AND OSCAR DUDAMEL 45 LATINAMERICA | LOSDUDAMEL |

En una vida marcada por la música no podía faltar un soundtrack para el enamoramiento. Fue durante la visita de “Yo me imaginaba que Gustavo iba a ser músico”, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico a cuenta. “Le dije: ‘Tienes que ser el mejor o estar Barquisimeto a finales de los 70, que entre los mejores y nunca perder tus principios ni Oscar se fijó en Solange Ramírez, su olvidar de dónde venimos’”. esposa y madre de Gustavo; hoy 30 A los siete años Gustavo tocó el timbal con La años después cuando en Maracay suena Banda Actual y a los nueve años le hacía los Falsaria, el tema lo lleva a recordar arreglos a esta orquesta de salsa en la que Oscar aquel momento imborrable. tocó por 16 años y con la que se reencontró, luego de muchos años. Gustavo Adolfo, como lo llama su Gustavo se decidió por el violín, un instrumento que madre, comenzó desde antes de los se ajustaba a su talla, y en casa, padre e hijo tenían cuatro años a tocar güiro; más tarde él la manía de estudiar caminando. Había momentos mismo armaba su batería con latas de en los que uno se agachaba para que pasara el otro, galleta y cascos de seguridad. para que la vara del trombón y el arco del violín no se tropezaran. Sin embargo, música popular y Gustavo recibió los primeros música académica hicieron finalmente su propio conocimientos de música de su papá, encuentro. que entonces era trombonista de la Oscar no bate la melena, pero infla los pulmones Sinfónica de Lara, a quien le sobraba con fuerza y de esa respiración boca a boca con su pasión para tocar y le faltaba paciencia instrumento, logra sacar lo mejor…. El padre habla para enseñar. Quiso ser trombonista, de su orquesta de salsa, con el mismo orgullo que el como su padre, pero su pequeño brazo hijo (Gustavo) lo hace de sus músicos clásicos. no alcanzaba el instrumento. - 46 - Editor's Note

REVOLUCIONARÁN LA INDUSTRIA MUSICAL CON SU TALENTO Y VERSATILIDAD

BY AUGUSTO FELIBERTT Tras su fundación en el año 2017 y gracias a los esfuerzos de su manejador, Aníbal de Gracia, SON DIVAS se convierte en la primera Integrantes del grupo Orquesta Femenina más completa de Puerto Rico en las últimas décadas. Integrada por 13 Niko Camilo - Vocal extraordinarias damas, SON DIVAS marca un Lillian Aponte - Vocal nuevo capítulo en la historia musical de Karla Martínez - Piano nuestro país. Irem Díaz - Bass Daizalee M. Felix - Timbales Sus integrantes son músicos profesionales, Daliz Marie - Bongó egresadas de instituciones educativas como el Aniela Batres - Congas Conservatorio de Música de Puerto Rico, Lianir Vales - Drums Escuela Libre de Música y Departamento de Zuleyka Martinez - Sax Música de la Universidad Interamericana. Nicole Vargas - Trombone Además de ser músicos, entre sus integrantes Ileana Gonzalez - Trumpet se encuentran consejeras, abogadas y Nicole Yomara - Trumpet & Musical Director maestras de música, español e inglés, con una Ciudad de origen preparación académica inigualable. Puerto Rico Orquesta Son Divas, compuesta por 13 Cuenta con un extenso y variado repertorio féminas puertorriqueñas que revolucionarán de diferentes géneros musicales como salsa, la industria musical con su talento y merengue, música americana, balada, rock en versatilidad. español, y sin olvidar nuestra música típica, Cherryline Chinea plena y bomba. SON DIVAS cuenta con la 787-449-5016 combinación perfecta entre calidad musical, Representante belleza, energía, juventud y profesionalismo Anibal de Gracia que cualquier cliente desearía tener en su 787-568-7400 actividad. https://www.facebook.com/orqsondivas/

47 “5TA EDICIÓN DEL PUNTA’L PIE EN BOGOTÁ”

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Colombia se vista de gala con la 5ta edición del gran festival Punta’l pie a realizarse como de costumbre en la bella cosmopolita de Bogotá. En esta 5ta edición la escuela anfitriona Esfera Latina se ha esmerado en organizar un evento de alto calibre, como el que nos tienen acostumbrado, para el ciclo competitivo se apertura 5 divisiones y dos categorías, cada división contenida de subcategorías que estructuran más de 60 para el total de renglones de competencia, con esto queda claro que este evento representa uno de los más importante realizados en este hermoso país. Desde el 12 al 15 de octubre las escuelas de baile de la nación estarán inmersas en la gran oferta del puntal pie, talleres, competencia, show y grandes fiestas de baile social para el deleite de concursantes y público general, de igual forma cuentan con un BootCamp de Robert Alexsander Rosario donde podrás bailar al ritmo on2. Para cerrar contarán con la sede del SalsaNama, la competencia del famoso Fernando Sosa y el Tropical Gem, asiste que será un fin de semana lleno de grandes cosas. Para más información visita www.puntalpie.com y déjate llevar por este gran evento.

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APRENDE A BAILAR AL RITMO DE SON RUMBERO BY JOSÉ PÉREZ

La academia Son Rumbero se viste de gala con la gran apertura de sus sedes en Bogotá en Colombia y Santiago en Chile. Ofrecen clases de baile basadas en 3 perfiles, para los más chicos y adolescentes de la casa “Kids”, la línea fitness y los bailes latinos, únete a la moda de bailar, regálale a tu cuerpo salud y distracción, ya son 15 años de experiencia y consolidación, han sido una de las escuelas insigne de la Salsa en Venezuela, ahora, dedican arduo trabajo en dar mejoras e innovaciones al baile de las capitales de Colombia y Chile. En Bogotá empezarán a ofertar el turismo salsero, si como lo oyes, podrías tener 5 días de turismo en Bogotá bajo una propuesta innovadora y muy formal. 49 INTERNATIONAL SALSA MAGAZINE

Esta propuesta turística inicia con más de 24 horas de clases formales en las disciplinas de la música afrocubana, aprende rumba, cha cha cha, son, salsa, mambo y muchos más, unido al recorrido turístico de la ciudad, cerrando todas las noches en locales y espacios destinados para el disfrute, baila toda la noche sin parar con los taxis dancers asignados para esta gran experiencia. Para conocer más de esta gran propuesta no dejes de visitar www.sonrumbero.com en nuestro apartado TURISMO SALSERO pronto a ser publicado. Todo queda en las manos de los amantes de la buena música y el baile, no dejes de darte la oportunidad de hacer un turismo distinto, diferente, lleno de experiencias que difícilmente consigues en el mundo, estudia, baila y conoce los mejores sitios turísticos. Sigue las redes sociales de la academia por @sonrumbero en Instagram, Facebook y twitter.

50 SINGER & GROUPS INTERNATIONAL SALSA MAGAZINE Recommends: News, events, concerts... EDWIN “EL CALVITO” REYES FROM COMBAT TO BEATS

After participating in the largest military coalition in From March 2003 to 2007, Edwin "El Calvito" the history of the United States, Edwin "El Calvito" Reyes went to combat four times in Iraq and Reyes has shown that the phrase "If you dream that once fought in Afghanistan, but he always felt you can achieve it" is totally true. Dreams are the need to help relieve the stress of all the achievable with perseverance, dedication and talent, soldiers who were in those circumstances like qualities that this dreamy Sonero has, who will launch his record label soon for all Salseros lovers who him. In this way he created Saturdays of Salsa in support the new blood of the Salsa. combat for which he received help in the first Edwin was born in Trujillo Alto (Puerto Rico) in 1974 instance from an U.S. civilian specialist in and when he was 19 years old, he began his artistic communications, Mr. Pérez, who contributed a career, playing and doing concerts of Plena (Folkloric large part of the necessary sound equipment to Puerto Rican Music) in his hometown. Five years later carry out this incredible idea at the beginning. "El Calvito" Reyes enlisted in the US Army in order to give a better future to his family, after a terrible Later, Edwin with his percussionist and DJ skills work accident in his previous job (He was an in 2005 returns to Iraq but this time better Electrician). prepared to carry out the Saturdays of Salsa During this year of change (1997) Edwin had his first opportunity in front of the American public as parties during the fight. During this year he had vocalist leader in a consolidated orchestra in these his first performance in front of a crowd of lands, "Papo salsa and his Tumbao" in Fort Stewart soldiers and civilians accompanied by an Army Post, GA, thanks to the expert eyes of Víctor orchestra of 14 musicians live, among which Paris and Mr. Godreau, "Papo Salsa". were: 52 the Puerto Rican and master pianist José 19 Pomales, Willie Báez, Julio De La Rosa, and Javier Solivan, among others ... Everyone playing outdoors in the main dining room at Camp Liberty where the stage was. From this success, the band continued its touches until 2007 in this warlike country with an orchestra of more than 15 pieces: Piano, Bass, Trumpets, Trombones, Tenor Sax, Conga, Timbale, Bongo / Bell, Drums, Vocalists and a sound master, with which this wonderful orchestra made a total of 25 presentations. “We were flown like true artist, in helicopters from one base to another, to just perform and then return back to our original base… Playing at Saddam’s Palace (a true palace made of concrete and marble) was the highlight. Also, at Camp Slayer where the biggest dancing crew gathered was an adrenaline rush for us… All with the help of great people who really felt like I felt; boost our own moral in combat!” told us Edwin. In parallel to his military career, "El Calvito" Reyes participated in the Latin Music Orchestra in the city of Savannah, GA, "Ron con Anís" by the dead musician David Mercado and of which in 2006 he would be its owner under the new name "Orquesta con Clase" reaching objectives such as: leading the Latin American Services Organization (LASO) Festival in Savannah with more than 6,000 attendees; They were the "Guests of Honor" for the Fiesta Atlanta Festival at the Olympic Centennial Park in Atlanta, Georgia, performing in front of 10,000 people. Also, they served as the backup band for: Salsa Legend, Larry Harlow, the 2011 Hotalanta Salsa Congress, and many more.. In 2011 he is part of a selection of elite musicians of the U.S. Army to form a Latin music band called "One & Only" idea of creation by The Army Marketing & Research Group (AMRG) and carried out by the musicians Carlos Negrón and Albert Sánchez. This band, similar to U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors sang Salsa, Merengue, Bachata and other Latin rhythms for the entertainment of their audience.

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“ … I PLAY TIMBALES, CONGA, BONGO, During his tenure in this band he performed at the annual BATA, CAMPANA AND ALL MINOR conventions of the League of United Latin American PERCUSSION… I ASK NOT TO BE Citizens (LULAC), which is the largest nonprofit CONSIDERED A MASTER PERCUSSIONIST, organization in America. He helped many Latinos obtain AS I’M LEARNING THE CRAFT OF ALL, BUT millionaire scholarships, he was master of ceremonies on SO FAR I HAVE MASTERED THE PLAYING three occasions contributing with his knowledge on "The AND SINGING SIMULTANEOUSLY.” importance to stay positive and reach that goal" and This Sonero, percussionist has composed several "How the army life will impact your life”. songs and has made numerous covers. "You are My From 2012 to 2016, he was the Official in charge of the Wife" (2016) with arrangements by Castor Ugarte Ensemble. He achieved the inclusion of more musicians to was his first composition with lyrics inspired by his the group including female talent. He had the privilege of wife. meeting political figures such as Michelle Obama, Hillary His most recent single "Mi Tierra Querida", al Son de Clinton and Ricky Rosello (current Puerto Rico’s Bolero, (2018) showed that doing what he loves has Governor), as well as acting in front of world-renowned stars such as: his idol Gilberto Santa Rosa, Olga Tañón, been one of his best keys to his resounding ascent Tito Nieves, Jennifer Lopez, and many luminaries of the in this career. This composition of the "Virtuoso de country's Hispanic television. la Salsa" Rey Torcat with arrangements of the same Edwin "El Calvito" Reyes, leader, visionary and humble Edwin with Eric Maldonado (Owner and Master was also the host of a radio show called "My Salsa Show" Engineer at Paris Recording Studios, Tampa, FL) and in WHCJ 90.3fm at Savannah State University. From on the piano, Adam Perez, has been a symbol of there derives his nickname "El Calvito", thanks to one of hope for all Puerto Rican emigrants based in the U.S. his fellow broadcasters of the station and since then he is "Mi Tierra Querida" was awarded by the Akademia known as Edwin “El Calvito” Reyes by all his fans. Music Award for Best Song back in April 2018.

540 0 Internaational salsa magazine "Mi Ritmo se llama Zalsa” is a theme Also, the musicians of great Just for the King"(2009), tribute to that he launched this year and trajectory, such as: Banny Tito Puente under the production of invites the dancers to perform their Maldonado, Grammy Winner, one of the best percussionists, best steps on the track with its fast (Timbales), Edwin "Pirulo" Reyes David Lugo with different choirs, paced. Lyric by Rey Torcat, (Congas) and Kokoand Take Xilofono or Marimba, Trombones, produced by Eric Maldonado, and (Bongo / Bell) and in the choirs the and solos by Conga and Timbal, with the participation of: Archie Lead vocalist of the legendary have screened" El Calvito "Reyes at Pereira (piano), Kevin Pagan (Bass), CORPORACION LATINA, Edgardo the top of the most outstanding Luis Chafalote (trumpets), José "Bambino" Otero participated in relief Soneros Salseros today. León (trombones) and Ricardo this hit. Similar to his two previous With 25 years of musical experience Rodríguez (saxophone Bari). This unreleased tracks "Mi Tierra and more than 10,000 song currently ranks # 1 in Salsa Querida” and “Mi Ritmo se llama presentations around the world, Tune in Barcelona, Spain, based on Zalsa", "Soneros de Sangre Nueva" Edwin has stepped on the best the Record Pool of "Gussi DJ" on has had a great acceptance and stages including the World Peace Tune in Radio. "Soneros de Sangre support from the public Festival at the Olympic Stadium in Nueva" is another song of his knowledgeable appreciative about Seoul (South Korea) in front of authorship and the third that works the new Salsa representation 82,000 people. He also had in conjunction with Rey Torcat. In worldwide. appearances in more than 20 Salsa this single they share together the The covers "Ya te Olvide" (2017) Social events in many clubs interpreters: Josean Rivera "El original song by the successful throughout the peninsula, Nuevo Amolador", Edwin Lebron Mexican singer Marco Antonio participated in the Salsa Beach "Xtraordinario", Nandy "El Sinsonte" Solis, recorded in the state of Festival in Pusan and in two Asia (Conquistador Del Elemento) and Kansas with arrangements by Salsa Congreses with the master Gumbay Navedo (Carmen Sol). Carlos Ugarte and "RAN KAN KAN. trombonist’s band, Greg Peña.

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WEDDING55 “SALSA IS MY THERAPY, MY PASSION, MY WAY TO EXPRESS MYSELF AND MY TALENT, MY WAY TO SHOW AND REPRESENT MY COUNTRY MUSICALLY; MY PREFERRED WAY TO BRING JOY TO OTHERS.”

Edwin, who currently resides in Palm Coast, Florida, and after 22 years of service in the U.S. Army and retired as Chief Warrant Officer, is preparing his debut album to be released in 2019 and doesnt’ discard in the future to continue working on behalf of Hispanic communities around the world as a For more information, please motivational coach, always bringing visit www.ElCalvitoReyes.com or follow him in all his social optimism and hope for a better future networks as Edwin El Calvito for the Latins. Reyes. All his music can be downloaded NOW Video: on all digital platforms. https://youtu.be/XMRTsFvpT0A

56 ROBBY RUIZ LAUNCHES HIS BACHATA SINGLE “IN MY FEELINGS”

The moment´s revelation of Tropical Music brings a theme that will vibrate the deepest emotions

Robby Ruíz is the newest EQS Music´s young artist, and “In My Feelings” is his first song and marks his debut as a Bachata revelation singer. This single is an original cover track by Canadian singer, Drake. The theme of this song is about relationships and how the the main character of the story finds BOBBY VALENTIN’S NEW himself in a power struggle with his ALBUM “MIND OF A feelings. “In My Feelings” from Robby Ruíz is an amazing Bachata Remix. MASTER” IS ALREADY Release Date: July 20th, 2018 HERE! Video: An Authentic Work of Art to Collect https://www.youtube.com/watch? v=py6x_Pa7HCY The new Latin Jazz Album "Mind of a Master" by Bobby Valentin & The LJ's is the current sensation of the Latin musical Market containing important collaborations of international renowned figures in 11 tracks. Since its release this recording has marked a precedent with hundreds of unloads in four months by the world fans that support it and you will be able also to be part of that, by downloading “MIND OF A MASTER” in all digital platforms!!! “Gracias a todos los medios de comunicación y a l público por el apoyo que me han dado en mi nuevo Cd de Latín Jazz, Mind of a Master”. Bobby Valentin

57 Bobby Valentin Arrangements & Bass Eliut Cintron Trombone CREDITS: Angie Machado Trumpet Ángel Luis Torres Alto – Sax Roberto Valentin, better known as Bobby Valentin, was Ángel Luis Torres Alto – Sax born on June 9th, 1941 in Orocovis - Puerto Rico. His father Eduardo Zayas Piano taught him to play the guitar at a young age. When he was David Marcano Battery 11 years old, he participated in a local talent contest with a Javier Oquendo Congas trio that he had formed. He played the guitar and sang for Special Guests: the trio and they won the first place prize. In 1963, Valentin Iván renta Tenor – Saxo joined Tito Rodriguez and traveled twice with Tito's José Nelson Ramírez Hammond Organ orchestra to Venezuela. He also made musical Orlando Santiago String Sets arrangements for Tito and at times for Charlie Palmieri, Joe Quijano, Willie Rosario, and Ray Barretto. Bobby was also the musical arranger for the Fania All Stars, and is featured TRACKS: in a live recording of the conglomerate's song "Descarga 1. De Nuevo a la Carga 7.El Cumbanchero Fania" (which he also wrote) playing a bass guitar solo. In 2. Latin Gravy 8.Mellow Funk 1975, He left Fania and founded his own record label 3.Orocoa 9. Endless Love "Bronco Records" and released the album "Va a la Carcel" 4.Smooth Ride 10.Freedom Vol 1 and Vol 2, recorded "live" at "El Oso Blanco", Puerto Rico's oldest state penitentiary. 5.Blast Off 11. God Bless the Child During the years Valentin has been featured in recordings 6. Coco Seco (and occasional live performances) by Larry Harlow, Ismael For more information contact him through this social channel: Miranda, Roberto Roena, Cheo Feliciano and the always https://www.facebook.com/Bobby-Valentin-660486604066057/ or visit him in his official remembered, Celia Cruz. webpage: http://broncorecordsinc.com/ 58 Video: https://www.facebook.com/660486604066057/videos/1325583834222994/ Updated Information Event Promotion We speak English and Spanish

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