Colombian Cumbia & Vallenato Ensemble
Cumbia and Vallenato are genres of living folk music from the Caribbean coast of Colombia. Both feature the diatonic accordion accompanied by vocals, hand percussion, bass, guitar and, in some cases, horns and woodwinds. The music represents a distinct synthesis of Indigenous, African and European musical traditions and instruments. In this workshop we will learn about the historic roots and contemporary role of cumbia and vallenato throughout Latin America while developing a repertoire of classic songs to perform for dancers. Lyrics with translations and chords provided.
About Chris Reid
Chris Reid grew up attending Lark In The Morning where he was exposed to a wide array of musical styles from around the world. He is patient, warm and thorough in his teaching style. Chris is a founding member of Lars And In Charge, Combo Colocha and the Purple House Swing Band. He has also lived and traveled extensively in Spanish-speaking countries, passionately immersing himself in the music and culture of Latin America. His popular band, Los Bahianatos, is one of the leading cumbia and vallenato groups in the San Francisco Bay Area.