 |
| Music In The Garden at Harbourfront features Jorge Peña's Montuno Cubano today (Sunday, July 12) at 4 pm. It's free! |
Here's the scoop...
Montuno Cubano’s vibrant rhythms span bolero, guaracha, salsa, rumba flamenca, sucu sucu, son, son Cubano, guajira and romantic ballads, offering audiences a rich taste of Cuba’s musical heritage. Their performances seamlessly blend original compositions with distinctive interpretations of beloved Cuban classics. Attuned to each setting, they thoughtfully craft programs that connect with every audience and create a memorable musical experience.
In Cuban music, the montuno is the final section of a song — faster, bolder and often semi-improvised. The term “montuno,” meaning “comes from the mountain” in Spanish, reflects a style that originated in their home province of Santiago de Cuba, widely recognized as the birthplace of traditional Cuban music. While music remains at the heart of every performance, there is always a moment when a musician sets down his instrument to dance — an infectious gesture that often draws audience members into the celebration.
Watch a couple of performances by Montuno Cubano below.
