SIERRA Maestra perform at Aberystwyth Arts Centre on Saturday , March 13, 8pm.
Sierra Maestra have been stars of Cuban music ever since the late 1970s. They were the first group, and remain the best, of the modern era to play in the old-style son line-up: tres, guitar, trumpet, bongo, güiro and vocals - as during the great days of the 1920s and ‘30s.
They named themselves after the mountain range in the eastern part of Cuba as a tribute to the birthplace of son.
They have been the pioneers in reviving, and now redefining this style for new generations and reintroducing it into the Cuban mainstream.
Their hugely infectious dance music has wowed audiences at clubs and festivals and around the world. Their marvellously tropical Latin rhythms get everybody into the carnival spirit and they never fail to get crowds up on their feet and dancing.
Sierra Maestra have played a hugely significant part in the recent global explosion in popularity of Cuban music. Indeed, their former band leader, Juan De Marcos González, was the man who created Buena Vista Social Club.
‘Master musicians, the band swap smiles of appreciation for each others’ solos in performances built around musical conversations. This deceptively unpretentious performance was packed with musical thrills.’ London Evening Standard
Tickets for this performance are £12 (£11) Cardi Card and Groups £10 band can be booked by contacting the Arts Centre box office on 01970 623232 or online at www.aber.ac.uk/artscentre
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