ARTES LATINASis a consortium of Latin American artists. We specialize in matching a diversity of authentic Latin music styles with specific events and budgets.
FOR LARGE STAGES AND/OR OUTDOOR EVENTS
Tropicante- quartet or quintet (congas, drums, guitar, bass - budget permitting also a Cuban tres) specializing in Latin dance music: cumbias, merengues, samba, etc. Video: http://youtu.be/7KGp8slepsA
Latin Fiesta - septet (congas, drums, keyboard, bass, 2 trumpets) specializing in classic salsa and merengue, some bachata, cha-cha, etc. Video: http://youtu.be/ikYo9OcDDIk
Los Llaneros - Colombian/Venezuelan ensemble featuring the fantastic harp of the savannas of the two sister nations, but also featuring Afro-Caribbean tunes from both countries. Available as a trio or quartet. Video: http://youtu.be/wu_1keOieFk
Viva Mexico! - This quintet strives to present a broad picture of the many musical expressions of Mexico, including son huasteca, the harp music of Veracruz, mariachi music, Purh'epecha tunes, pasodobles, and so much more! Video: http://youtu.be/2ndf8Vf_mrA
FOR SMALLER STAGES (INDOOR/OUTDOOR)
Calle Sur - Panamanian/Colombian duo, features many different instruments and performs a large variety of traditional Latin styles, including the Brazilian bossa nova, the Puerto Rican bolero, the Venezuelan joropo, the Colombian cumbia, the Costa Rican calypso, the Mexican ranchera, Bolivian panpipe music, and so much more! Video: http://youtu.be/v_UrCX3yzu0
We can recommend other ensembles and solo artists as well. Please contact us at 319-230-0076.