Jarmon
// Drums
The only member of the group to be feature in the Smithsonian Institute for his album with "Los Peludos". Master drummer, native of Louisiana.
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In the Cuban tradition of innovation "siempre pa'lante", Jarmon adds Soul and Funk grooves to Cuban native rhythms.
Daniel
// Bass
Standup Bass or Bass Guitar, Daniel thumps the bass riffs that bring groove to life. Daniel works with a Latino arts community organization, and plays with a variety of Salsa and Latin Jazz in the Bay Area.
Michael
// Tres Cubano
Tres Cubao is a type of a Cuban guitar with 3 pairs of double strings. It's purpose is to anchor the rhythmic montunos and evoke the rhythms of Cuba's eastern side.
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Michael studied the Tres and Music in Cuba, over a period of 10 years, working with generous and talented masters.
Erika
// Singer
Native of Brazil, Erika sings in many languages, providing beautiful interpretations and rich harmonies to traditional Cuban lyrics.
Lisa
// Flute
The flute is a key instrument in Cuban music, carrying rhythmic elements called Guajeos that complement the Tres' montnuos. Lisa commands them with confidence when not improvising solos and mambos.
Rob
// Trumpet
Rob helps bring our Mambo sections alive and provide key lead in our Jazz selections. We picked up Rob after hearing him play Jazz and Bop at Ivory and VIne. When not channeling Cuban music you can catch him with various local Jazz combos.
Gil
// Guest Singer
Veteran singer of the Bay Area, Gil sang and played Tres and Guitar with a variety of local groups. With Cuban family connections, the music of the island is deep in his heart.
Justin
// Trombone
Justin got started in Jazz, but always loved listening to Cuban Music.
When we invited him to one of our Cuban Jam Sessions, he said yes! And since then, when he can, he adds a mean Trombone to the Mambo section, swinging waves of dance energy.
Ariana
//Piano
Ariana is passionate about both Cuban music and Mariachi. When not playing montunos on the piano, you can find her directing the SFUSD Youth Mariachi proram.
