Captivating Cuba

¡Hola!

It's me, Hector, again. I'm very excited today, because in a few days it will be the start of the Cubadisco XIII! It's from May 16 until May 24, so that is eight whole days of musical celebrations.

I better explain to you a bit about what the Cubadisco is. It is not a disco if that is what you are now thinking. It is a celebration of music, with an award ceremony and many different music events.

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Last year the Cubadisco was great, but this year I think it will be very special. Each year a different country is honoured, and this year it is Puerto Rico that will be the guest of honour. There are so many good composers to honour, like Rafael Hernandez, Tite Cure Alonso and Daniel Santos. And the Puerto Rican music is so great to listen and dance to, such as bomba, plena, danza and seis.

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Each year there are many events in the Cubadisco, where different music artists perform and the crowds enjoy the show. One night that I am particularly excited for is the guitar party, because there will be many prestigious guitarists and lutists at the event.

Here are some of the events I think are very exciting this year:

16 May 2009: Award Ceremony at the Carlos Marx Theatre
17 May 2009: Opening Ceremony at Amadeo Roldian Auditorium
23 May 2009: Gala Tribute to Puerto Rico with a special tribute the Frank Gonzales

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Well I hope I have inspired you to go next year, or even this year if you can. I know I am very excited for all the events.

Yours in salsa, Hector

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