Cuban Music–DVDs

We are currently working on new projects, which include the production and promotion Cuban music and dance on DVD and also in downloadable versions.

Our first project features Rumbatá, one of the best rumba groups in Cuba right now. The film is an introduction to the genre of Rumba and examines this group and it’s place in the evolution of this musical tradition. The group is shown performing in various venues and includes interviews with Manolito Simonet, Giraldo Piloto and ethnomusicologist Elio Orobio, commenting on innovations in Rumba and this new generation of Rumberos from Camaguey.

Rumbatá

Raíces Profundas

The second work is a documentary about Juan de Dios Ramos and his famous folklore company, Raíces Profundas (Deep roots). The film contains interviews, performances, classes and rehearsals with the group and focuses on the relevance of Afro-Cuban folklore and spiritual tradition in the arts and in the community.

Raíces Profundas