Spirit of Aña
Screening of the film, Sweet Dreams, followed by percussion workshop led by members of the Legacy Circle Women Drummers and performance by Batala NYC.
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Rimay Bronx! Quechua Hip-Hop with Liberato Kani
Perú meets the Bx during this showcase of two up-and-coming hip hop talents -Liberato Kani, one of the key figures of the Quechua Hip Hop movement in Peru, and King Capo, a Brooklyn MC who is part of the Rebel Diaz Art Collective (RDAC). FREE and OPEN to the public!
Parranda con Paranda
This program will explore European-influenced genres, such as “la danza” from Puerto Rico and the “quadrille,” which is practiced among Garifuna communities. The evening will include traditional drum-based music by musicians including Matthew Gonzalez, James Lovell, Bobby Sanabria, and Jorge Vazquez. Admission: $7 | $5 for students & seniors | FREE for kids 12 & […]
Melrose Parranda
Our annual Puerto Rican-style Christmas caroling procession will travel on foot from casita to casita, ending at Melrose’s most famous casita, Rincón Criollo, aka “La Casita de Chema”. Featured musicians include Jorge Vázquez, Bobby Sanabria, and more.
Palabreando: Spoken Word Open Mic
A night of spoken word and storytelling with an all languages open mic. Hosted by multi-disciplinary artist Bocafloja and Lyrical Bliss. Special guest TOTMI. Free and open to all ages. Contact [email protected] to sign up.
Palabreando: Open Mic
PALABREANDO! Join us for a multi-lingual night of spoken word, poetry, and music* during our free open mic series hosted by multi-disciplinary artist Bocafloja. This month, Bocafloja is joined by co-host Lyrical Bliss. With special guest Roszella. *Music: A rap, a song, etc. We won't be setting up equipment for a band. Free and open […]
Palabreando: Open Mic
PALABREANDO! Join us for a multi-lingual night of spoken word, poetry, and music* during our free open mic series hosted by multi-disciplinary artist Bocafloja. This month, Bocafloja is joined by co-host Lyrical Bliss. With special guest Roszella. *Music: A rap, a song, etc. We won't be setting up equipment for a band. Free and open […]
The Boogaloo in Latin Bugalu
The 1960’s musical genre of Latin bugalu was a fusion of Cuban rhythms and African-American R&B. In honor of Black History Month, tonight’s program will explore the African-American influence on the genre. We’ll begin with a screening of ‘We Like it Like That: The Story of Latin Boogaloo’ followed by Q&A. Then a performance by […]
Rock the Bronx
An open mic showcase, featuring up-and-coming musicians from all genres, followed by performances by Bronx bands The Drew Torres Trio and Durieux. Hosted by Will Calhoun, legendary drummer of the iconic rock band Living Colour. In partnership with The Underground FLC and The Fox and King, Inc. Contact [email protected] to sign up to perform. Free […]
Fifth Annual Spirit of Aña: Women & Trap Drums
Our Spirit of Aña series focuses on female drummers. For Women’s History Month, our program features women who play the drum set - the only instrument invented in the United States and an amalgam of American culture as it contains components of many parts of the world. Drummers will discuss their careers and technique, and […]