Arnulfo Velasquez & Maxi Larrea

Tango and folklore guitarist Maxi Larrea has a long trajectory as interpreter, composer and arranger of tangos and other popular music styles from his home country of Argentina. Similarly, singer Arnulfo Velásquez and requinto player Javier Federico, both originally from México, bring years of experience playing and singing boleros.  The beautiful works of popular art … Read more

Monzon Dance Co.

Angie Koomar and Mohan have danced together since 2013, ultimately starting Monzon Dance Co in 2016. Their dance company has traveled around the country teaching and performing at various dance festivals/congresses, using their passion for bachata and salsa to help put Tucson, Arizona on the Latin Dance Community’s radar. Back at home, Monzon Dance Co … Read more

Latin Dance Social

A collection of performances by Tucson’s favorite Latin dance groups followed by a dance party DJed by Gerardo! Peformances include: Ritmos Latinos – Rueda de Casino performance Tucson Casineros – Rueda de Casino performance, Carnaval  Zona Pachanga – Group Mambo performance Salsón (Lupita and Gerardo) – Couple Mambo performance Salsón (Gerardo) – Solo performance

Santa Pachita

Santa Pachita has been playing together since 2012. Guitarist Miguel Reyes and bass player Victor Cruz started the band after working together on other musical projects. They brought in talented musicians from a variety of different musical backgrounds. The result is a danceable fusion of ska, cumbia, and rumba-salsa. The congas, flute, and trumpet add … Read more

Ritmos Latinos

Ritmos Latinos was established in the 1990s as a University of Arizona salsa dance club. The club is run by an electoral board consisting of UA students and faculty and a dedicated core of instructors. They dance to promote interest in Latin music and dance at the University of Arizona and fellowship among students, faculty, … Read more

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