LULAWORLD AT HARBOURFRONT
CURATED BY: LULA MUSIC AND ARTS CENTRE
Sunday, June 15
Harbourfront Centre
FREE
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About the day
The rhythms of Latin America take over Luminato at Harbourfront in this day-long celebration curated by Toronto's beloved Lula Music & Arts Centre. From powerful salsa to groundbreaking fusions of traditional and contemporary sounds, this free event brings together revolutionary artists who are reshaping Latin music.
Get ready to dance with La Pambelé, as members of this cutting-edge Colombian orchestra are joined by top Canadian players to deliver this specially curated presentation of international salsa brava, bursting with the spirit of resistance and revolution. Move to the innovative sounds of Kombilesa Mi, who blend ancestral instruments with contemporary beats, rapping in both Spanish and Palenquero—the unique language of San Basilio de Palenque, the first free Black community in the Americas.
Between sets, Toronto's own Sonic Sancocho keeps the energy high with vinyl-only DJ sets that span the spectrum of Latin music. Join dance workshops led by international instructors, explore market vendors, and discover why Latin music continues to move the world.
Whether you're an experienced dancer or just love to move, this family-friendly celebration invites everyone to be part of the rhythm. More artists, workshops, and activities to be announced.
Artists
La Pambelé
Sunday, June 15 - Time TBC
La Pambelé is a Colombian orchestra that embodies the essence of heavy guaguanco, salsa brava that resonates with revolution and resistance of migrants to the big cities.
Their influences include names such as Markolino Dimond, Eddie Palmieri, Edy Martínez, El Pantera, Ismael Miranda, Quintana, Rivera, and the Afro- Antillean rhythms that flow from the Colombian coasts to the capital, Bogotá, the epicenter of inspiration and conspiracy for this orchestra.
La Pambelé supported by Canada Council for the Arts
Kombilesa Mi
Sunday, June 15 - Time TBC
Nested in the northern coastal region of Colombia, San Basilio de Palenque as it´is colloquially known, was founded in the 17th century, by the first free slaves
(Cimarrones) of the Americas. It has pioneered a distinct mix of Afro-Colombian
culture. Locals speak their own Creole language called “Palenquero”, a blend of
African Bantu, Portuguese dialects, French and English. Kombilesa Mi experiments with the instruments created by their ancestors (and introduced to them when they were young), layering them between new sounds. Over traditional percussion, handmade steel drums of his own design and marímbula, Kombilesa Mí rhymes and raps in Spanish and the traditional Palenquero. Kombilesa has performed at the Kennedy Center, NPR’s Tiny Desk, the Festival Petronio Alvarez and SXSW.
Diogo Ramos with special guest XOCÔ
Sunday, June 15 - Time TBC
Experience the enchanting journey of Diogo Ramos, a Brazilian artist from São Paulo, skillfully blending Brazil's musical heritage with modern urban vibes. The ever evolving artist unveils his latest album 'Cabaça,' a captivating fusion of electro-samba-funk!
Join the musical revolution with Diogo Ramos to taste the pulsating rhythms of Brazil and the artistic diversity of Montreal and beyond!
More artists and schedule coming soon
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