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Fandango Alive

Exploring the Living Legacy of Son Jarocho in Veracruz

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This event will be the start of the new "Latin American Institute music series"

Thursday, February 13, 2025
5:00 PM (Pacific Time)Webinar

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In this presentation, Castro will show some historical and contemporary, social and musical aspects of the son jarocho culture of Veracruz, Mexico. Through images and live musical examples, you will be able to get closer to the culture of fandango, a traditional celebratory gathering with more than three centuries of tradition with African, European and indigenous heritage.

Speaker:

César Castro, a professional musician in the Son Jarocho genre,
a laudero (stringed instrument maker) and instructor.

Cost: Free


Sponsor(s): Latin American Institute