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Latine Music & Dance Festival

Apr 11, 2024
Latine Music and Dance Festival Beyond the Page at Madison Public Library

Madison Public Library is participating in the Latine Music & Dance Festival hosted by Beyond the Page from April - June, 2024 in Dane County Libraries. The festival is a celebration of Latine music and dance and will feature artists from Colombia, Peru and Mexico. 

La Biblioteca Pública de Madison participa en el Festival de música y danza latina organizado por Beyond the Page de abril a junio de 2024 en las Bibliotecas del Condado de Dane. El festival es una celebración de la música y la danza latina e incluirá artistas de Colombia, Perú y México.

Programs at Madison Public Library | Programas En La Biblioteca Pública De Madison

Angela Puerta

Latine Music Journey for Kids | Viaje de música latina para niños

Angela Puerta brings a distinctive blend of entertainment and education to young audiences, incorporating small instruments that kids can borrow and play along with during the show. The interactive experience not only keeps them engaged but also fosters a love for music in both English and Spanish. Wearing a special dress, she takes children on a cultural journey, explaining the vibrant world of traditional Colombian music, including dance styles like cumbia, as well as other lively Latin rhythms such as salsa and merengue. It's not just a show; it's an opportunity for kids to immerse themselves in a different culture. She encourages children to join in, sing along, and even learn some basic Spanish words in a fun and interactive way. 

Angela Puerta ofrece una combinación distintiva de entretenimiento y educación para el público joven, incorporando pequeños instrumentos que los niños pueden tomar prestados y tocar durante el espectáculo. La experiencia interactiva no sólo los mantiene interesados ​​sino que también fomenta el amor por la música tanto en inglés como en español. Con un vestido especial, lleva a los niños a un viaje cultural, explicándoles el vibrante mundo de la música tradicional colombiana, incluidos estilos de baile como la cumbia, así como otros animados ritmos latinos como la salsa y el merengue. No es sólo un espectáculo; es una oportunidad para que los niños se sumerjan en una cultura diferente. Ella anima a los niños a unirse, cantar e incluso aprender algunas palabras básicas en español de una manera divertida e interactiva.

Luis Armacanqui

Latine Dance Passport | Pasaporte de baile latino

Immerse yourself in the heartbeat of Latine cultures around the world with dancer, dance instructor and musician Luis Armacanqui. Each session will focus on a specific genre of dance, its associated music, national origins, and cultural significance. After a brief presentation to learn about the dance, get on your feet for solo and partner dance instruction set to live music. Our goal is to have participants learn and appreciate what makes each Latin dance a unique life skill that can be enjoyed anywhere! 

This program will be presented in English, but the presenter speaks Spanish and can field questions in both languages. No experience or partner needed. Just show up and dance with us!

See all programs in the festival on the Beyond the Page website.


Programs in Other Dane County Libraries | Programas En Otras Bibliotecas En El Condado De Dane

Angela Puerta

Afro-Colombian Music Showcase | Muestra de música Afrocolombiana

  • Wednesday, April 17 | Miércoles el 17 de abril - 6:30pm at Belleville Public Library

  • Saturday, May 18 | Sábado el 18 de mayo - 2pm at Fitchburg Public Library

  • Sunday, May 19 | Domingo el 19 de mayo - 2pm at E.D. Locke Public Library

  • Tuesday, May 28 | Martes el 28 de mayo - 6:30pm at Verona Public Library

  • Tuesday, June 11 | Martes el 11 de junio - 6:30pm at Black Earth Public Library

Latine Music Journey for Kids | Viaje de música latina para niños

  • Tuesday, June 25 | Martes el 25 de junio - 6:30pm at Mazomanie Free Library

  • Thursday, June 27 | Jueves el 27 de junio - 6pm at Oregon Public Library

Luis Armacanqui

Latine Dance Passport | Pasaporte de baile latino

  • Saturday, April 6 | Sábado el 6 de abril | Featured dance: Merengue - 11am at Marshall Community Library

  • Thursday, April 25 | Jueves el 25 de abril | Featured dance: Cumbia - 5pm at Rosemary Garfoot Public Library (Cross Plains, WI)

Mariachi Sol de Madison

  • Monday, April 22 | Lunes el 22 de abril - 6:30pm at Mount Horeb Public Library

  • Monday, May 20 | Lunes el 20 de mayo - 6:30pm at Waunakee Public Library

  • Saturday, June 8 | Sábado el 8 de junio - 2pm at Middleton Public Library

  • Friday, June 21 Viernes el 21 de junio - 6:30pm at DeForest Public Library


Meet the Featured Artists | Conoce A Los Artistas Destacados

Introducing Angela Puerta, Luis Armacanqui, and Mariachi Sol de Madison!

¡Introduciendo Angela Puerta, Armacanqui y Mariachi Sol de Madison!

Angela Puerta

Angela Puerta for Latine Music and Dance Festival at Madison Public Library Beyond the PageAngela Puerta is a six-time MAMA award winner and Best of Madison 2019 and 2020 Latin Artist bronze and silver star. She is a Colombian singer-songwriter and guitarist based in Madison, Wisconsin. Angela defines her music as eclectic since it is a reflection of the different cultures she has been exposed to including her home country, Colombia; Australia, where she lived for two years; and the United States, the place she now calls home. Her main music influence is Alternative Rock, Rock en Español, Pop, Reggae, Colombian folklore and other Latin American rhythms. She will be presenting both kids/family programs as well as adult programs at the library!

Angela Puerta es seis veces ganadora del premio MAMA y estrella de bronce y plata Best of Madison 2019 y Latin Artist 2020. Es una cantautora y guitarrista colombiana radicada en Madison, Wisconsin. Angela define su música como ecléctica ya que es un reflejo de las diferentes culturas a las que ha estado expuesta incluyendo su país de origen, Colombia; Australia, donde vivió dos años; y Estados Unidos, el lugar que ahora considera su hogar. Su principal influencia musical es el Rock Alternativo, Rock en Español, Pop, Reggae, folklore colombiano y otros ritmos latinoamericanos. ¡Ella presentará programas para niños y familias, así como programas para adultos en las bibliotecas!

Luis Armacanqui

Luis Armacanqui will perform at Madison Public Library as part of the Latine Music and Dance Festival hosted by Beyond the PageA native of Lima, Perú, Luis Armacanqui was born and raised around the sounds of Afro-Latin music for as long as he can remember. However, it was in 2011 that he embarked on immersive and constant trips around the world to gain a wealth of knowledge in the areas of musicology and dance technique. Luis’ philosophy is to combine the history and mechanics of Latin music in order to establish a strong foundation in the accompanying partner dances. Locally, Luis has developed a thriving community through The Capitol Social, providing safe spaces for all to enjoy the culture of Latin dance and music. 

Originario de Lima, Perú, Luis Armacanqui nació y creció alrededor de los sonidos de la música afrolatina desde que tiene memoria. Sin embargo, fue en 2011 que se embarcó en viajes inmersivos y constantes alrededor del mundo para adquirir un cúmulo de conocimientos en las áreas de musicología y técnica de danza. La filosofía de Luis es combinar la historia y la mecánica de la música latina para establecer una base sólida en los bailes en pareja que lo acompañan. A nivel local, Luis ha desarrollado una comunidad próspera a través de The Capitol Social, brindando espacios seguros para que todos disfruten de la cultura del baile y la música latina. 

Mariachi Sol de Madison

Mariachi Sol de Madison for the Latine Music and Dance Festival in Dane County Libraries hosted by Beyond the PageAn 8-piece mariachi band | un mariachi de 8 músicos