http://youtu.be/RQFU9g6Rk-I It's my last day in the Dominican Republic so I thought I'd leave with you a sample of the live music I captured while strolling through the oldest city in the New World. Traditional Perico Ripiao music played in Parque Colon and salsa music at San Francisco Ruins every sunday (weather permitting). This might... Continue Reading →
Practice makes perfect… Escola de Samba Unidos de Itapuã!
From practice in the scenic setting of Lagoa do Abaeté - Itapuã... The rhythms attracting the bands first audience; local children! I accompanied my host Alberto (airbnb.com) to the rehearsals of one of the samba bands he is playing for during the carnival period; Escola de Samba Unidos de Itapuã. Alberto, an experienced tambourin percussionist... Continue Reading →