PROGRAM

1. SIESTA KEY INTRO- Renesito Avich
“Siesta Key” is an original instrumental composition by Renesito Avich, where the soul of the Cuban tres meets the vibrant colors of Latin America. Inspired by the rhythmic elegance of Brazilian choro, the piece weaves together the tres, cavaquinho, and Venezuelan cuatro to create a musical landscape that feels both intimate and expansive. It is a journey of light, movement, and freedom, evoking the sensation of drifting between places, cultures, and memories, while finding beauty in the space between them.


2. ESTOY COMO NUNCA- Enrique Raymat González
“Estoy como nunca” is a vibrant expression of Cuban son, celebrating the feeling of being at your best and embracing life with joy. Through its infectious rhythm, playful melodies, and unmistakable Cuban spirit, the song captures a sense of confidence, vitality, and romantic charm. It is a celebration of feeling good, living fully, and letting the music say what words sometimes cannot.


3. CON MIS AMIGOS -   Renesito Avich
“Con Mis Amigos” is an original composition by Renesito Avich rooted in the heart and traditions of Cuban music. Inspired by the timeless Cuban tradition of gathering with friends to share stories, laughter, and music, the piece captures the warmth and spontaneity of those unforgettable moments. Through the distinctive voice of the Cuban tres, Renesito pays tribute to his roots and to the deep sense of community that has always been at the heart of Cuban musical culture.


4. BEMBA COLORÁ - José Claro Fumero 
“Bemba Colorá” is an iconic celebration of Afro-Cuban rhythm, brought to life by the incomparable Celia Cruz. With its infectious percussion, powerful call-and-response, and unmistakable sense of sabor, the song embodies the joy, strength, and irreverent spirit at the heart of Cuban music. More than a song, it is an invitation to dance, celebrate, and embrace the vibrant energy of Cuba.


5. AMOR DE LOCA JUVENTUD - Buena Vista Social Club
“Amor de Loca Juventud” is a timeless Cuban song about the intensity, innocence, and nostalgia of young love. With the unmistakable pulse of Cuban son, it reflects on a love that may have faded with time, but whose memories remain deeply rooted in the heart. Tender and bittersweet, the song captures that universal feeling of looking back and remembering the love we once lived with the recklessness of youth.


6. DE SANTIAGO A LA HABANA -  Renesito Avich
“De Santiago a la Habana” is an original instrumental composition by Renesito Avich that takes listeners on a vibrant musical journey across Cuba, from the rhythmic heartbeat of Santiago to the cosmopolitan energy of Havana. Rooted in Cuban tradition and featuring the distinctive sound of the tres, the piece celebrates the island’s rich musical heritage, movement, and enduring spirit.


7. TIEMPO -    Renesito Avich
“Tiempo” is an original composition by Renesito Avich that reflects on the passage of time, distance, and the memories we carry with us. Rooted in the experience of leaving Cuba and building a new life in New York, the piece becomes a reflection on home, change, and the moments that shape who we become.


8. YO CANTO EN EL LLANO -   Francisco Repilado - Compay Segundo & Lorenzo Hierrezuelo
“Yo Canto en Llano” by Compay Segundo is a joyful celebration of Cuban rural life and the timeless tradition of son. With its earthy rhythms and distinctive storytelling, the song captures the warmth, simplicity, and spirit of the Cuban countryside.


9. SON VECINOS -   Renesito Avich
“Son Vecinos” is an original composition by Renesito Avich that celebrates the musical brotherhood between Cuba and Puerto Rico. Woven from the rhythms, colors, and traditions of both islands, the piece brings two shores together through the language of music, evoking shared roots, Caribbean warmth, and the joyful spirit that makes them feel like family. In the end, it reminds us that although the sea may separate our shores, music has always been the bridge that brings our hearts home.


10. VENERACIÓN  - Rafael Cueto 
“Veneración” by Miguel Matamoros is a timeless expression of love and devotion, rooted in the elegant tradition of Cuban son. With its poetic lyricism and intimate melody, the piece captures the tenderness, longing, and romantic spirit that define Matamoros’ enduring musical legacy.


11. CHAN CHAN  - Francisco Repilado - Compay Segundo 
“Chan Chan” is one of the most iconic pieces of Cuban son, immortalized internationally by the Buena Vista Social Club. With its hypnotic rhythm, earthy tres lines, and evocative storytelling, the song transports listeners to the landscapes and traditions of eastern Cuba, embodying the timeless soul of Cuban music.