Latin music, from the ubiquitous hit "Despacito" to older classics such as "La Bamba" are a vital part of the rich melting pot of culture in the United States today.
Listening and dancing to music is a celebration of culture. In particular, dance music such as salsa allows strangers from all walks of life to connect through shared movement. This cultural celebration is strengthened when coupled with education that can be passed down - that is, intentional participation. In this spirit - this event highlights the history and drama behind popular (and some less known) classic salsa songs, followed by live performance of the music. This is not about salsa history per se, but salsa stories. You do not need to be familiar with salsa to enjoy this - just be open to learning and enjoying a night of music!
Part concert, part storytelling session, we hope that you will leave with a richer understanding of the history, drama, and technical elements underlying this beloved musical genre.
This event was generously funded by the CCC&AOP program at Stanford. Light snacks and beverages are generously provided by the Stanford Latino Postdoc Association.
NOTE: This educational community event took place at "The O'Donohue Family Farm" at Stanford on 7.19.2023.
This is the first part of a longer storytelling session that took place that day.
