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SABOR! Fiesta Internacional with DJ José Ruíz

Door Cover: $4.44 in advance online / $8 at the door ($9 with credit card)

DJ José Ruíz is back at La Peña! Get ready to dance to a variety of rhythms from Latin America and around the globe!

Thanks to the generosity of DJ José Ruíz, proceeds from this event will go towards getting a new sound system for the lounge! If you can’t attend but want to donate, you can do so at the ticket link!

8:15pm-9pm: “Latin Rhythms Dance Class” for those that need a refresher, where you will learn the basic steps for multiple latin dance styles with dance instructor Juliana Mendonca, including Salsa! ALL LEVELS WELCOME! NO ADDITIONAL COST!

9pm-Midnight: DJ Jose Ruiz will be throwing down his eclectic mix of music from Latin America and beyond!

Los Cilantros will be open serving refreshing drinks: aguas mexicanas, sangria, micheladas, beer and wine!

ABOUT DJ JOSE RUIZ
DJ José Ruíz, aka MundoMuzik, is a DJ, radio host, promoter, and collector of world music, vinyl, art and all cultural and music ephemera. Jose’s taste in music is very eclectic, unafraid to mix traditional, experimental or folkloric elements in his sets. His confidence and impeccable taste in music is deeply rooted in the time and research he dedicates to learn about the genres he plays. His respect for the origin and tradition of music he loves can be heard in depth as a radio host and felt when he fills the dance floor.

 

ABOUT JULIANA MENDONCA
The class will be taught by Venezuelan dance instructor Juliana Mendonca! Juliana is a dance performer, choreographer and teacher. She graduated with a degree in dance from University Institute of Caracas, Venezuela in 2005, she also served as an instructor at the Performing Arts Department of the University of the Andes in Mérida, Venezuela (2012-2015). Juliana co-founded Raíz de Agua, a music and dance company. Juliana currently lives in Oakland, California with her husband and daughter, working as a dancer, choreographer and teacher.

NOS VEMOS!! INVITE YOUR FRIENDS!

SABOR! Fiesta Internacional with DJ José Ruíz

Door Cover: $4.44 in advance online / $8 at the door ($9 with credit card)

DJ José Ruíz is back at La Peña! Get ready to dance to a variety of rhythms from Latin America and around the globe!

Thanks to the generosity of DJ José Ruíz, proceeds from this event will go towards getting a new sound system for the lounge! If you can’t attend but want to donate, you can do so at the ticket link!

8:15pm-9pm: “Latin Rhythms Dance Class” for those that need a refresher, where you will learn the basic steps for multiple latin dance styles with dance instructor Juliana Mendonca, including Salsa! ALL LEVELS WELCOME! NO ADDITIONAL COST!

9pm-Midnight: DJ Jose Ruiz will be throwing down his eclectic mix of music from Latin America and beyond!

Los Cilantros will be open serving refreshing drinks: aguas mexicanas, sangria, micheladas, beer and wine!

ABOUT DJ JOSE RUIZ
DJ José Ruíz, aka MundoMuzik, is a DJ, radio host, promoter, and collector of world music, vinyl, art and all cultural and music ephemera. Jose’s taste in music is very eclectic, unafraid to mix traditional, experimental or folkloric elements in his sets. His confidence and impeccable taste in music is deeply rooted in the time and research he dedicates to learn about the genres he plays. His respect for the origin and tradition of music he loves can be heard in depth as a radio host and felt when he fills the dance floor.

 

ABOUT JULIANA MENDONCA
The class will be taught by Venezuelan dance instructor Juliana Mendonca! Juliana is a dance performer, choreographer and teacher. She graduated with a degree in dance from University Institute of Caracas, Venezuela in 2005, she also served as an instructor at the Performing Arts Department of the University of the Andes in Mérida, Venezuela (2012-2015). Juliana co-founded Raíz de Agua, a music and dance company. Juliana currently lives in Oakland, California with her husband and daughter, working as a dancer, choreographer and teacher.

NOS VEMOS!! INVITE YOUR FRIENDS!

SABOR! Fiesta Internacional with DJ José Ruíz

DJ José Ruíz is back at La Peña! Get ready to dance to a variety of rhythms from Latin America and around the globe! 

Door Cover: $8 In Advance / $12 At the Door / $10 Students & Seniors At the Door

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8:15pm-9pm: “Latin Rhythms Dance Class” for those that need a refresher, where you will learn the basic steps for multiple latin dance styles with dance instructor Juliana Mendonca, including Salsa! ALL LEVELS WELCOME! NO ADDITIONAL COST!

9pm-Midnight: DJ Jose Ruiz will be throwing down his eclectic mix of music from Latin America and beyond! 

Los Cilantros will be open serving refreshing drinks: aguas mexicanas, sangria, micheladas, beer and wine!

ABOUT DJ JOSE RUIZ

DJ José Ruíz, aka MundoMuzik, is a DJ, radio host, promoter, and collector of world music, vinyl, art and all cultural and music ephemera. Jose’s taste in music is very eclectic, unafraid to mix traditional, experimental or folkloric elements in his sets. His confidence and impeccable taste in music is deeply rooted in the time and research he dedicates to learn about the genres he plays. His respect for the origin and tradition of music he loves can be heard in depth as a radio host and felt when he fills the dance floor.

ABOUT JULIANA MENDONCA

The class will be taught by Venezuelan dance instructor Juliana Mendonca! Juliana is a dance performer, choreographer and teacher. She graduated with a degree in dance from University Institute of Caracas, Venezuela in 2005, she also served as an instructor at the Performing Arts Department of the University of the Andes in Mérida, Venezuela (2012-2015). Juliana co-founded Raíz de Agua, a music and dance company. Juliana currently lives in Oakland, California with her husband and daughter, working as a dancer, choreographer and teacher.

NOS VEMOS!! INVITE YOUR FRIENDS!

Mundos Musicales Bilingual Summer Camp 2019

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 

Dates: July 22 – 26, 2019
Time: 8:30am-2:30pm, see Daily Itinerary below
Ages: 7-11 years old (No exceptions)
Tuition cost: $325

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE – CLICK HERE TO APPLY!

La Peña’s Mundos Musicales Summer Camp: A Bilingual Summer Camp Exploring Latin & Caribbean Culture through Music, Dance & Art!

The emphasis of Mundos Musicales Summer Camp is hands-on learning and fun activities! The musical and artistic curriculum is designed to develop musicianship, physical coordination, bilingual literacy/pronunciation skills, multi-cultural awareness, and comfort with public speaking and performance among our students. At the end of the week the children will have an opportunity to share what they learned with their friends and family!

At La Peña’s Mundos Musicales Summer Camp, participants will:

  • Take an imaginary trip through Mexico with maestra María, exploring its music, legends, dance, and song. They will learn to sing, play and dance to son jarocho music and other Mexican folkloric genres.

  • Through drumming, song, and story telling, children will be introduced to the musical traditions of Cuba, Puerto Rico, Haiti and the Dominican Republic by maestro Hector. They will learn to play hand drums, maracas, bells, claves and other Afro-Caribbean percussion instruments. They will also learn beats, songs and stories that come from these countries.

  • Using the music and dance classes as inspiration, students will design and prepare stage scenery for use in their showcase the last day of camp! Maestra Laura will guide students to creating murals and props created with their imagination based on what they learn in their mundos musicales classes!

 

Daily Itinerary:

8:30am-9am Drop off time at La Peña Cultural Center (3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley, CA 94705)

9am-9:30am Circle Time with 3 core teachers – Work on skills that are part of the program, bring energy up, bond, build comradery, play musical games from different parts of the world – a repertoire of games.

9:30am-10:30am 1st Class Rotation

10:30am-10:45am Snack/Bathroom Break

10:45am-11:45am 2nd Class Rotation

11:45am -12:45pm LUNCH TIME & RECESS

12:45pm-1:45pm 3rd Class Rotation

1:45pm-2pm Snack/Bathroom Break

2pm-2:30pm Closing Circle

2:30pm-3:00pm Pick up time

FRIDAY: Student showcase at 1pm-2pm

Please remember to bring lunch every day! We provide basic snacks and drinks.

For questions, please email SummerCamp@Lapena.org or call (510) 849-2568

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SABOR! Fiesta Internacional with DJ José Ruíz celebrating La Peña’s 44th Anniversary!

Door Cover: $4.44 in advance online / $8 at the door ($9 with credit card)

DJ José Ruíz is back at La Peña! Get ready to dance to a variety of rhythms from Latin America and around the globe in celebration of La Peña’s 44th Anniversary! We’ll be giving free La Peña sunglasses to the first 44 people at the party! 

8:30pm-9pm: “Latin Rhythms Dance Class” for those that need a refresher, where you will learn the basic steps for multiple latin dance styles with dance instructor Juliana Mendonca, including Salsa! ALL LEVELS WELCOME! NO ADDITIONAL COST!

9pm-Midnight: DJ Jose Ruiz will be throwing down his eclectic mix of music from Latin America and beyond!

Los Cilantros will be open serving refreshing drinks: aguas mexicanas, sangria, micheladas, beer and wine!

ABOUT DJ JOSE RUIZ
DJ José Ruíz, aka MundoMuzik, is a DJ, radio host, promoter, and collector of world music, vinyl, art and all cultural and music ephemera. Jose’s taste in music is very eclectic, unafraid to mix traditional, experimental or folkloric elements in his sets. His confidence and impeccable taste in music is deeply rooted in the time and research he dedicates to learn about the genres he plays. His respect for the origin and tradition of music he loves can be heard in depth as a radio host and felt when he fills the dance floor.

 

 

ABOUT JULIANA MENDONCA
The class will be taught by Venezuelan dance instructor Juliana Mendonca! Juliana is a dance performer, choreographer and teacher. She graduated with a degree in dance from University Institute of Caracas, Venezuela in 2005, she also served as an instructor at the Performing Arts Department of the University of the Andes in Mérida, Venezuela (2012-2015). Juliana co-founded Raíz de Agua, a music and dance company. Juliana currently lives in Oakland, California with her husband and daughter, working as a dancer, choreographer and teacher.

NOS VEMOS!! INVITE YOUR FRIENDS!