Venue: Cooper Field, 41 Sand Hill Road, Putney
$24 Advance / $28 Gate / Kids under 12 free
Food from Saffron Restaurant
We've recently partnered with Dancenjoy, a group from Northampton, who will lead a free salsa dance class from 5:45-6:15 before the performance — no experience necessary. Join us a little early to get some dance moves in before the concert starts.
Experience the electrifying sound of Las Guaracheras, a dynamic all-female Latin music sextet from Cali, Colombia, whose performances pulse with rhythm, virtuosity, and purpose. Since their formation in 2017, the group has been redefining the boundaries of salsa, blending Afro-Caribbean traditions with influences from Colombia’s Pacific coast while centering a powerful message of women’s visibility and empowerment in the music industry.
Rooted in the rich musical legacy of their hometown—widely considered a global capital of salsa—Las Guaracheras bring a fresh, contemporary vision to the genre. Their distinctive sound features the vibrant interplay of percussion, piano, bass, vocals, and the rarely spotlighted vibraphone, creating a layered and expressive sonic landscape. With a strong emphasis on improvisation, each performance becomes a living, breathing exchange between musicians, offering moments for every member to shine as both collaborator and soloist.
At the heart of their music is a commitment to storytelling. Through original compositions and bold arrangements, Las Guaracheras weave narratives of resilience, identity, and collective strength. Their lyrics serve as a manifesto—uplifting women’s voices and honoring their essential role in shaping Latin music, past and present.
From international festival stages to extensive tours across Latin America and North America, Las Guaracheras have built a reputation for high-energy performances that are as musically sophisticated as they are deeply felt. Whether delivering driving salsa grooves or exploring jazz-inflected improvisations, they invite audiences into a celebratory and empowering musical experience.
Join us for an unforgettable evening with Las Guaracheras—where tradition meets innovation, and every beat carries the spirit of strength, joy, and community.
This concert is sponsored in part by Against the Grain.
