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Dj Baracoa – Happy Holidays _ See you There!!!

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At the University of Washington this week. Experimental Cuban film Memorias del Desarrollo* will be screened Tuesday Oct. 18th at Kane Hall at 6pm. At 8:30 pm there is a reception afterwards with director  Miguel Coyula in Kane 225 (Walker-Ames Room). Also, the festival staff will be talking to anyone interested in volunteering to help with the 2012 festival.

For more information, trailers and schedule for the other films, go here;

http://www.slff.org/free_screening.php

*Please note that this film is for  mature audiences only; it
contains scenes that some may find offensive, including  sexual images.

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Top Ten Songs in Cuba – Planet Timba

My favorite section…3:37 right after the Reggaeton when the backup vocals come in and the triplet (three over two) at 3:43, see if you can hear it, sweet…

André

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My Dearest Casino Familia,
I want to take this moment to thank all of you for the wonderful send off back in July. Sam, I just read the tribute you wrote about me and I am very very touched by it. You guessed right, I haven’t been on the internet much trying to get myself settled here in SoCal.

Thank you, Sam for the heads up on FB to check the blog. I am just reading the tribute out loud to Orlando and I welled up with tears from all the love I felt from your beautful words. I miss you guys so much and hope you come visit us here in San Diego real soon.

In an effort to stay up-to-date on the Cuban scene out here, I am getting myself involved in the Cuban events in San Diego. I’ll be writing a piece on the blog later about what and where to go for Cuban dancing, music and the local Cuban bands. In the meantime, I am nostalgic por mi Seattle.

There is a saying in spanish that says “dime con quien andas y te dire quien eres”. Translated means “Tell me who you hang out with and I will tell you who you are.” Well I am proud to say I AM a nerd and love to disect a Cuban song or dance, find the clave, identify it’s African infuence, the meaning of the lyrics, and dance TO the music (listen to the call and response that each song dictates for bailadores)….all in all have fun dancing to the best Cuban music, both live and from DJ Baracoa’s playlist. If this is who I am, well Thank God for that! Where else can I can share this passion than from the SeattleRueda dance community where we eat, share food together and watch dance YouTube videos together, dance everywhere (on the steps, at the park, while hiking on cardboard? That’s what makes this SeattleRueda special. It’s been a month now here in San Diego and I must say I was spoiled with the weekly Cuban events in Seattle. Not as often and weekly in SD, but when there is something going on, it’s off the freakin’ chain and I am all over it.

I love you all so much and miss you terribly.  Just know, you will be welcomed with open arms in San Diego. Shoot me an e-mail if you want my new contact info.  (FYI, my e-mail and cell will remain the same).

Con mucho cariño, So sorry this comes to you a month later….:(
Maritza

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Carlos Cascante y su Tumbao’s NEW CD Release Party !!!

Tumbao LIVE and DJ Baracoa in the House !!!
LIVE Salsa,Timba, Bachata, Timbaton, Reggaeton and Salsa ! Salsa!.Salsa!

…Bettrmusik Records is proud to announce the release of “Hablando en Serio”, the newest album from Carlos Cascante y su Tumbao. The 13-track CD features a collection of new material written by its two founders; Julio Jauregui & Carlos Cascante. The fiery sextet will be joined by many guest artists including Miguelito Valdes, Frank Medina, Rafael Quinones, and many more surprises. Join us at Club SUR in the Sodo District for a great night of Salsa dancing to celebrate the new release.

Grammy award winner Carlos Cascante y Su Tumbao will play two long sets with DJ Baracoa spinning before, between and after that will make a great night for dancing. Tell your friends !!!

La gente viene sin pesar. Tenemos la mejor música en Seattle para baile. Come and see for yourself.

Doors open at 8:00 PM

The Hot Spot Saturday August 13th Is
Club Sur Seattle in Sojo
2901 1ST AVE SOUTH,
SEATTLE WA 98134
Phone / Reservations
206.607-4929
Cover $15
Avance Tickets Available at Brown Paper Tickets
http://www.brownpaperticke​ts.com/event/185776
21 and Over with ID
Make your reservation for dinner and secure a table or booth. For reservations call 206-607-4929
 

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Vamos Salseros, Rumberos y Timberos! 4th of July weekend people !…Salsa on Saturday nights continues with DJ Baracoa and Tumbao LIVE !!! We will feature, Timba, Bachata, Timbaton, Reggaeton and Salsa people! Salsa!.. Hope to see you there! Grammy award winner Carlos Cascante y Su Tumbao will play two long sets with DJ Baracoa spinning before, between and after that will make a great night for dancing. Tell your friends !!! SPecial Guest !! Carlos LAzo !! Free dance lesson @ 10PM W/Carlos Lazo de la Habana so come early if you want to get warmed up with some hot moves from the island of Cuba La gente viene sin pesar. Tenemos la mejor música en Seattle para baile. Come and see for yourself. Music Starts at 10:00pm Band Starts at 10:30pm The Hot Spot Saturday July 2nd Is Club Sur Seattle in Sojo 2901 1ST AVE SOUTH, SEATTLE WA 98134 Phone / Reservations 206.607-4929 Cover $10 21 and Over with ID

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The party continues this Saturday night with DJ Baracoa and Cambalache. We will feature, Timba, Bachata, Timbaton, Reggaeton and Salsa people! Salsa!.. Hope to see you there! Cambalache el Grupo Caliente will play two long sets with DJ Baracoa spinning before, between and after that will make a great night for dancing. Tell your friends !!! Tenemos la mejor música en Seattle para baile. Music Starts at 10:00pm Band Starts at 10:30pm The Hot Spot is this Saturday Is Club Sur Seattle in Sojo 2901 1ST AVE SOUTH, SEATTLE WA 98134 Phone / Reservations 206.607-4929 Cover $10 21 and Over with ID

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