Guajirón Cuban Popular Music
Musicians Wanted
Do you want to play Cuban Music?
Do you want to play or sing with us? We are looking for:
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Bass Player (bass guitar or baby bass)
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Conga and Bongo players
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Additional Singer (Spanish only, male or female voices)
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We are a 9-piece indie orchestra bringing energetic, joyful Cuban music to life in San Francisco: From hot dance tunes to soulful ballads, we’re inspired by legends like Los Van Van, Trio Matamoros, Buena Vista Social Club, and Arsenio Rodríguez.
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We combine Cuban rhythms with a touch of jazz—drawing from early New Orleans swing, Miles-era bebop, all in a Cuban style.
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Regular weekly gigs for dancers, salsa nights, Jazz venues, private events, and small cultural festivals in and around San Francisco. Weekly rehearsals in a studio in San Francisco (by BART and Highway)
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Options for:
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Full Band Member. Be part of the partnership, with a long term commitment and consistent participation.
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Part-Time member: Come to half of the rehearsals, and join our gigs when you are ready
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Or, be on our substitute list: When we need a substitute for a paid gig, we'll call you! Join a few practices to get up to speed.
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Email michael@guajiron.com
Highlights for you:​
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Pop mind set: Build a strong local following, get people dancing, and be known for positive energy and good times.
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Collaborative Spirit: We prioritize high-quality music and mutual respect.
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Consistency: Rehearse and perform every week, with a long-term commitment to building this together.
About us​
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​Cuban Roots: Son, Charanga, Boleros, Trova Santiaguera, Gauracha, Musica Campesina, Guaguancó, Cuban Jazz
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Rhythm and Tone prioritized over anything else
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Ensemble Groove: Play off each other to create a tight, irresistible group rhythm with musical conversations.
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Diversity: We are of all-ages, multi-ethnic, man and women
