Feeling the beat of Charanga Cubana!
“Charanga” is a form of popular Cuban dance music that was made famous in dance halls during the 1940’s. The movement has its origins in French and Haitian culture mixing with Cuba’s “son” music. Perhaps the most quintessential charanga orchestra is the “Orquesta Aragón.” The “Orquestra” was founded in 1939 and was world renowned by the mid twentieth century. They are known for their,”high-class instrumentalists playing in tight ensemble style, and rhythmical innovations which kept their sound up to date.” Pace Presents is proud to have the “Orquesta Aragón” on hand to play some of their biggest hits on Sunday, April 13 at 7:30. I could tell you more but their music speaks volumes louder. Please enjoy the following videos of “Orquesta Aragón” in action and then secure your tickets to this thrilling event!
To purchase tickets, visit schimmel.pace.edu or call (866) 811-4111
See you at the Schimmel!
Pace Presents Blogger
Michael Scott-Torbet
April 13th at 7:30pm
CHARANGA CUBANA Orquesta Aragón
Curated by LiveSounds.orgOne of Cuba’s grandest and enduring, charanga bands, Orquesta Aragón, the “Duke Ellington and Count Basie Orchestra of Cuban music” is a national treasure on the island and have performed worldwide for over 60 years. Orquesta Aragón has been a cornerstone of Cuban culture for seven decades, playing danzón, son, cha-cha-chá, rumba and their own styles. Their Afro-Latin innovations shaped the evolution of Cuban music for decades and they have been credited for inspiring New York’s mambo scene in the 50s, making an indelible mark on African music in the 70s, and influencing a who’s who of NY’s Latin music icons like Fania All-Stars’ Johnny Pacheco and Mambo King Tito Puente. Since 1939 Aragón has kept its focus, spreading irresistible Cuban rhythms around the world.
