‘Bolero” originated in
Spain in the 1700s as a dance style. The sensuality and brightness of
the rhythm stayed across the time to be part of the classical
repertoire.
In the 1930s radio
introduced a new style of the romantic song . Great composers like
Agustìn Lara (Mèxico), Oswaldo Farrès (Cuba), Rafael Hernàndez, “El
Jibarito” (Puerto Rico), were using and imposing this new style of the
romantic expression. It was called “Bolero”. Until today, famous
Trios, Singers and audiences make possible the presence of this
romantic song.
The repertoire is
infinite, and the great composers of yesterday and today continue to
write themes that express all the emotions of love and passion in our
lives.
Our 2009 program honors
famous songs by great composers such Agustín Lara who wrote “Solamente
una Vez”, the today’s popular themes of Juan Gabriel, Armando
Manzanero, Consuelo Velázquez who wrote the world famous “Bésame
Mucho”, as well as many others well-known composers such María Grever
and Roberto Cantoral.
The songs and the dances
were parallel to the style of the times. The ballroom dances like the
Tango of the 20s will be present, as well as musicians and
composers as the Cuban Dámaso Péeres Prado, creator of the sensational
Mambo rhythm of the 50s.
The Hispanic Heritage
Society takes pride in its 15 years of promoting culture with its
annual program and in offering local artistic talent opportunities to
showcase their interpretative qualities. Also, we are proud of our
guest artists and groups who, with enthusiasm and professionalism,
collaborate with us in presenting quality entertainment while honoring
the presence of our cultural heritage and musical traditions.
