This is the third event of a five-concert series in partnership with the Fallbrook Music Society. Join us for a free concert open to kids of all ages!
About the artist:
Juan Carlos Blanco was born and raised in Havana, Cuba, where he performed with several professional companies for over 15 years before coming to the U.S. In his youth, he began his performance career with the folkloric arts groups Cumballe and Oba Ilú in his hometown of Guanabacoa, a community of Havana known for its rich Afro-Cuban cultural traditions. He later joined one of Cuba’s most renowned folkloric companies, Raices Profundas (Deep Roots), soon becoming lead male dancer and soloist and touring Latin America and Asia.
In his exuberant Afro-Cuban movement and music classes, Juan Carlos enjoys transmitting cultural knowledge of his ancestors through activities that focus energy and express joy. It’s hard not to have a smile on your face and a bounce in your step when visiting his classroom or enjoying his performances.
At the same time, his art is not only about fun. Whether it’s dancing or drumming, for him it is also important to take the time to explain and convey historical and cultural context. This, he believes, allows the audiences to gain a well-rounded appreciation of what they are experiencing.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Fallbrook Library.
