Rhythms, Songs, & Dances of Puerto Rico with Los Pleneros de la 21
Los Ritmos, Canciones y Danzas (Rhythms, Songs, & Dances) de Puerto Rico with Los Pleneros de la 21
Saturday, March 4, 2017
7:30-9:30pm: Concert Performance
The intergenerational ensemble of Los Pleneros de la 21 will present a dynamic performance featuring both original and musical arrangements along with classic songs of the Afro-Puerto Rican Bomba and Plena traditions. These masterful drummers, singers, and dancers showcase the versatility of the Bomba and Plena folkloric traditions – from its down home roots to its jazzy and urban swing – by incorporating contemporary musical sounds instruments and flavours. This performance will highlight the diversity of the Puerto Rican experience throughout the Diaspora and across generations.
Created in the South Bronx and thriving in El Barrio, Manhattan, Los Pleneros de la 21 is regarded worldwide as one of the most noted and respected Bomba and Plena ensembles of the Diaspora. Since 1983, this inter generational, Grammy nominated group brings together masterful musicians and luminaries of the Afro-Puerto Rican Bomba and Plena musical expressions to create riveting and engaging concerts.
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Los Ritmos, Canciones y Bailes de Puerto Rico con Los Pleneros de la 21
Muévase al ritmo de la música folklórica de Puerto Rico en un concierto con Los Pleneros de la 21. El grupo compuesto de tres generaciones de bateristas, cantantes y bailarines talentosos, mostrará la versatilidad de la bomba y la plena – desde sus raíces Afro-caribeñas hasta las melodías de jazz y swing urbano – con sonidos musicales contemporáneos. Este dinámico desempeño destaca la diversidad de la experiencia puertorriqueña a través de la diáspora y a través de generaciones.
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Event Location and Ticket Information
ArtsWestchester
31 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10601
Handicap Accessible? Yes
Date: Saturday, March 4, 2017
Times: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Ticket pricing:
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$15.00 - General Admission
$5.00 - Child (12 & Under)
Presenter: ArtsWestchester
Presenter Phone: 1-914-428-4220
Presenter Website: www.artswestchester.org