Marimbea invites you to a unique cultural transmission experience through the traditional music of Colombia’s Pacific coast.
An immersive, community-centered music workshop that celebrates and transmits the rich musical traditions of Colombia’s South Pacific coast. Participants learn directly from Afro-Pacific musicians through hands-on sessions, culminating in a festive community showcase.
No previous musical experience is required—the workshop is open to all who are eager to learn, connect, and celebrate Afro-Pacific heritage.
Marimbea Experience is a four-session in-person workshop designed to connect participants with the ancestral musical practices of the Afro-Colombian Pacific coast. Through practical sessions led by renowned traditional musician Cristian Mina (from Guapi, Cauca), participants will engage deeply with instruments such as marimbas and traditional percussions, and explore the cultural context that gives life to this musical heritage.
Each session includes guided instruction, access to instruments and materials, and cultural experiences like tastings of Viche (ancestral Afro-Pacific liquor) and regional gastronomy. The workshop closes with a vibrant community showcase and jam session on Friday night, celebrating the knowledge exchanged and the power of collective creativity.
This workshop exemplifies Marimbea´s commitment to two-way safeguarding: revitalizing cultural transmission within communities while sensitizing broader audiences to the richness and resilience of Afro-Pacific intangible heritage.
Program Highlights:
- 4 immersive sessions (3 hours each)
- Sat, May 31 & Sun, June 1: 10 am–1 pm (with Adrián Sabogal)
- Wed, June 4 & Thu, June 5: 6 pm–9 pm (with Cristian Mina)
- Live final showcase and jam session: Friday, June 6, 9:00 pm
- Instruments and materials provided
- Cultural tasting experiences (Viche & Pacific cuisine)
- Hot beverage and fruit stations
- Full photographic documentation
Venue:
Bogotá, Colombia (location details available upon registration)
Organized by:
Marimbea
Website and Contact:
Reservations and Info: +57 321 789 6064
● Event Summary
| Title | Marimbea Experience: Immersive AfroColombian Pacific Music Workshop - Bogotá | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Place | COLOMBIA | ||
| Start Date | 2025-05-31 | End Date | 2025-06-06 |
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