| Get ready for an electrifying night of rhythm, passion, and unparalleled energy as Las Guaracheras, the sensational all-female sextet from Cali, Colombia, take the stage for a highly anticipated performance in Big Stone Gap. Renowned for their dynamic fusion of Afro-Caribbean rhythms such as salsa, cumbia, and music from the Pacific region of Colombia, Las Guaracheras have taken the Latin music scene by storm, captivating audiences with their powerful message and infectious stage presence. With vibraphone, percussion, bass, piano, and vibrant harmonies, their compositions and lyrics revolve around the revindication and recognition of the role of women in the music industry and seek to express the power and strength of women as sources of love, hope, resilience, and creativity.
Las Guaracheras will perform at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 5th in the Goodloe Center at Mountain Empire Community College in conjunction with Pro–Art’s 48th season and the W. Campbell Edmonds Concert Series. Tickets are $10 at the door. Children and students will be admitted free. A talkback will follow the performance. For more information and to make reservations visit proartva.org. Las Guaracheras have performed on stages and at festivals around the globe, including Lotus Festival (IN), Freight & Salvage (CA), Sunfest (Canada), Cubadisco (Cuba), BIME (Spain), Portamérica Latitudes/FIMpro, and El Zócalo (Mexico). Later this year, the ensemble will play LACMA Latin Sounds (CA) and Twin Cities Jazz Festival (MN). Las Guaracheras is more than a band; they are a movement, using their music to celebrate the strength, creativity, and resilience of women in the Latin music industry. Whether you’re a devoted salsa fan or discovering the magic of Latin music for the first time, this performance promises a night of pure rhythm, cultural pride, and musical excellence—promising an immersive experience like no other through music that moves both hearts and feet. This engagement of Las Guaracheras is made possible in part through the Performing Arts Global Exchange program of Mid Atlantic Arts with support from the National Endowment for the Arts. Pro–Art’s 48th season is underway! Offering an impressive selection of theater, jazz, and some truly unique performances by storytellers, puppeteers, and even an aerial circus—there’s something for everyone this season and a lot of additional opportunities to be adventurous and try something new. Season tickets can be purchased online, in person at any show, or by calling (276) 376-4520. Explore the season and make reservations to attend at proartva.org. Pro–Art partners with a variety of venues, therefore individuals with accessibility needs or general questions are encouraged to call (276) 376-4520 or email pro–art@uvawise.edu. For evolving conditions related to weather cancellations, or similar unforeseen circumstances, patrons are encouraged to check proartva.org for up-to-date information. Pro–Art is supported in part by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as the C. Bascom Slemp Foundation, The University of Virginia’s College at Wise, Mountain Empire Community College, the Columbus Phipps Foundation, and the Lee County Community Foundation. |
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