Havana, Mar 8 (Prensa Latina) Cuba, in their celebration of International Women’s Day, highlighted achievements that indicate the real possibility of overcoming gender discrimination, while acknowledging that true gender equality is still one of the greatest challenges faced by the world community.
Source: Prensa Latina News Agency – Cuba Celebrates International Women”s Day
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Papo Santiago’s exploration as a professional singer was a natural step in his evolution as a fully rounded musician. His sonero attributes are founded in the legacies of Ismael Rivera. Luigi Texidor, Marvin Santiago, Isaac Delgado, and “El Tiburon” Morales.. In his improvisations, he combines street-wise sense of humor with a unique approach to rhythm […]
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Source: Meet a Babalawo
We don’t remember medicine until we are ill. It’s the same with our Yoruba medicine , many don’t remember traditional medicine until Western medicine fails them. To be fair, there are just as many or maybe even more for whom native medicine is the first port of call for the simple reason that they cannot afford the cost of Western medical care . But where there are means, the leaning is more towards Western medicine, until of course a problem is encountered that defies orthodox science.
Reasons why people use/don’t use traditional medicine vary, experiences vary. So many have only praises and some have regrets on using Yoruba herbal science. Why the variations? There’s no published directory of herbal practitioners, or widely acknowledged certification , so that there is no way of ascertaining the qualifications of a practitioner before you decide to place yourself in their care. In the days gone by, presumably word of mouth recommendation was all the certification required, and that’s at the root of the problem experienced by people who would use Yoruba herbal practitioners today. Just how many people who do use traditional medicine will own up to the fact? How do you get a recommendation when visits to Babalawo are seen by the educateratti as hush-hush.
Source: cubart – [cubart] CUBARTE Newsletter – arc
Havana.- The group that rocked the jazz in New Orleans, The Preservation Hall, played in Cuba for the first time to open the biggest festival on the island dedicated to the genre, an event that attracts today especially the public from the United States. Cuban pianist Ernán López-Nussa gathered on stage at the Teatro Mella US artists in a musical metaphor of rapprochement between the two countries.
Along with this great artist and other local musicians, the jazz band ended in a jam session tinged by famous Cuban topics such as “El manisero” and traditional melodies such as the cha cha cha and danzón.
A few years ago began one project that was then a distant dream, but after the restoration of diplomatic relations Havana-Washington, two cultures which were distant for sometime were also joined, López Nussa recalled.
Precisely, in this opening event of Jazz Plaza, it was delivered a recognition to the five anti-terrorists imprisoned in the United States for trying to unveil actions against Cuba and now celebrate a year of return to their homeland.
To the rhythm of jazz, Cubans and the group from U.S. celebrated the new relations, surrounded by an audience, mostly from the Northern country.
During a visit to New Orleans began to develop this dream of playing together on stage in Havana, López-Nussa said. On that visit I understood a lot more of jazz: is a master class to see how the musicians of The Preservation Hall Jazz Band make people have fun, he added.
Exponents of traditional jazz, this group is made up of longtime saxophonist Charlie Gabriel, his colleague Clint Maedgen, trumpeter Mark Braud, Rickie Monie on the piano, Joseph Lastie, Jr. on drums and versatiles Ben Jaffe and Ronell Johnson.
Both Ernán and Americans have shared the stage in the past and even filmed a video of a live presentation in which they interpreted “El manisero”.
In addition, the Cubans have done music influenced by that of New Orleans, to which they have incorporated elements of some Cuban rhythms.
The name of the American band derived from the famous Preservation Hall concert hall, in the heart of New Orleans, where the origins of jazz are set.
Currently, the Preservation Hall Foundation works to protect, preserve and perpetuate the musical traditions and the heritage of this city in the southern United States.
During the four days of the International Jazz Plaza Festival 2015, several musicians from the USA will perform in different locations, as in its 31st edition, the event provides more spaces to enjoy the program planned until Sunday.
YORUBA ANDABO llegó a Caracas (6 al 8 de noviembre)
Presentaciones
Viernes 6/ VENETUR/Salón Anauco
Sábado 7/VENETUR/Salón Bicentenario
Domingo 8 /Teatro La Caridad
Producción PB Eventos/ Fondo Cultural del ALBA
YORUBA ANDABO arrived in Caracas (6 to 8 November)
Friday 6 / VENETUR / Lounge Anauco
Saturday 7 / VENETUR / Lounge Bicentennial
Sunday 8 / Teatro La Caridad
Production Events PB / ALBA Cultural Fund
YORUBA ANDABO
RUMBA EN CARACAS
Salón Anauco/VENETUR
Viernes 6 de noviembre, 10pm
Producción Fiver Star y PB Eventos
YORUBA ANDABO
RUMBA IN CARACAS
Hall Anauco / VENETUR
Friday, November 6, 10pm
Fiver Star and PB Eventos Productions
YORUBA ANDABO
MUSICAS Y DANZAS AFROCUBANAS
Salón Bicentenario/VENETUR
Sábado 7 de noviembre, 6pm
Producción PB Eventos
YORUBA ANDABO
Afro-Cuban music and dance
Bicentennial Hall / VENETUR
Saturday, November 7, 6pm
PB Eventos Productions
YORUBA ANDABO
MUSICAS Y DANZAS AFROCUBANAS
Teatro Alameda
Domingo 3pm
Producción PB Eventos
YORUBA ANDABO
Afro-Cuban music and dance
Alameda Theatre
Sunday 3pm
PB Eventos Productions
YORUBA ANDABO
RUMBA EN EL ALAMEDA
Teatro Alameda
Domingo 8pm
Producción PB Eventos
YORUBA ANDABO
RUMBA IN ALAMEDA
Alameda Theatre
Sunday 8pm
PB Eventos Productions
Direccion de ANAUCO/VENETUR
Final Avenida Lecuona. Complejo Parque Central. Edificio Anauco. Caracas 1010-A
Telf +58 212 573 4111
Comercial +58 212 573 7724
Address ANAUCO / VENETUR
Final Avenida Lecuona. Central Park complex. Anauco building. Caracas 1010-A
Tel +58 212 573 4111
Commercial +58 212 573 7724
YORUBA ANDABO EN VENEZUELA
CELEBRANDO SUS 30 AÑOS
PROXIMO FIN DE SEMANA (6 AL 8 NOVIEMBRE)
MÁS DETALLES A SEGUIR!
YORUBA ANDABO IN VENEZUELA
CELEBRATING 30 YEARS
NEXT WEEKEND (6 TO 8 NOVEMBER) MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW!
Yoruba Andabo wishes to apologize to all its friends and public in the United States for postponing the tour scheduled for this November, for reasons beyond the control of the company, the involved institutions, and the organizers and promoters; The Yoruba Cuba Association, The Adinkra Group, and The Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation.
A delay in the processing of our visas prevented us from bringing the best of our art to you. We regret any inconvenience caused.
All of the involved parties are working very hard to schedule the presentations and workshops for January 2016 and to fulfill our commitment established with the people of the United States.
We are very grateful for your understanding and never ending support, and we await you without fail in January.
Respectfully yours
Geovanni Del Pino – General Director
Jose Luis Lobato – Manager and Producer
Yoruba Andabo desea pedir disculpas a todos sus amigos y público en los Estados Unidos para posponer la gira prevista para este mes de noviembre, por razones ajenas a la voluntad de la empresa, las instituciones involucradas, y los organizadores y promotores; La Asociación Yoruba Cuba, El Grupo Adinkra y La Fundación Cultural Arts Asase Yaa.
Un retraso en la tramitación de los visados nos impidió traer lo mejor de nuestro arte para usted. Lamentamos cualquier inconveniente causado.
Todas las partes involucradas están trabajando muy duro para programar las presentaciones y talleres para enero de 2016 y para cumplir con nuestro compromiso establecido con el pueblo de los Estados Unidos.
Estamos muy agradecidos por su comprensión y apoyo sin fin, y les esperamos sin falta en enero.
Respetuosamente tuyo
Geovanni Del Pino – Director General
José Luis Lobato – Director y Productor
Este importante encuentro e intercambio entre sonidos afrocaribeños es promovido por el Ministerio del Poder Popular para la Cultura, la Fundación Teatro Teresa Carreño, el Fondo Cultural del Alba y la Embajada de Cuba
Source: Yoruba Andabo with Coffee and Panela be presented at the Teresa Carreno | Correo del Orinoco
Courtesy of and by The Adinkra Group
The Adinkra Group and Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation, in partnership with the Yoruba Cuba Association, will present the legendary Afro Cuban band and Rumba masters, YORUBA ANDABO, for four newly added shows on its U.S. tour.
Celebrating 30 years of Afro Cuban culture, the internationally acclaimed band, live and direct from Cuba, will perform live in Durham, NC; Washington, DC; and New York City. They will conduct master classes and workshops on select dates, as well.
For tickets and more information, go to www.YourbaAndaboLive.com
Wednesday, November 4, 2015 – Concert
Hayti Heritage Center
804 Old Fayetteville Street
Durham, NC 27703
7:00 PM
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Thursday, November 5, 2015 – Master Classes
Adinkra Cultural Arts Studio
3802-3808 34th Street
Mt. Rainer, MD 20712
6:30 PM
Drum, dance, and song workshops
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Friday, November 6, 2015 – Concert
George Washington University’s Lisner Auditorium
730 21st Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052
7 PM
International Dance Party (After-Party)
DJ’s Jahsonic, Underdog, and Special Guests Yoruba Andabo
Cafe Asia
1720 I Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006
10 PM (Free with concert ticket stub before 11 PM)
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Saturday, November 7, 2015 – Workshops
Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation
1803 Fulton Street
New York, NY 11233
6:30 PM
Drum, dance, and song workshops
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Sunday, November 8, 2015 – Rumba Dance Party
S.O.B.s
204 Varick Street
New York, NY 10014
8 PM
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Monday, November 9, 2015 – Concert
Symphony Space
2537 Broadway
New York, NY 10025
8 PM
Co-presented by Ayanda Clarke of The Fadara Group and AKILA WORKSONGS, Inc.
Community Partner: Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI).
Yoruba Andabo se presentará el domingo 18 de octubre en el célebre teatro Teresa Carreño, en la ciudad de Caracas, Venezuela. Estrenará temás musicales de su nuevo album titulado Soy de la Tierra Brava.
Yoruba Andabo interpretará La Gozadera, tema musical del filme Havana Instant, en el cierre del concierto que brindara el domingo 18 de octubre en el célebre teatro Teresa Carreño, en la ciudad de Caracas, Venezuela.
nota: Zair/TELESUR grabará el lunes 12 octubre, un programa From Havana sobre Yoruba Andabo y cubrirá el concierto del domingo… Puede haber link con TeleSur!!
Yoruba Andabo will present a concert on Sunday, October 18th, at the famous Teresa Carreño theater in Caracas, Venezuela. We will be be performing the released tracks from our new album entitled” I am from the Land of the Brave.”
The Yoruba Anadabo group will also play the ” Gozadera”theme song of the film Havana Instant, at the close of the concert that is being offered on Sunday, October 18th at the famous Teresa Carreño theater in Caracas, Venezuela.
Note: Zair / Telesur will play on Monday, 12 October, on the program “From Havana” and it will cover the Yoruba Andabo concert of this Sunday …you may watch by linking with Telesur !!
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