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The Cuban Bolero: The Music of Love Born in Santiago de Cuba
Discover the history of the Cuban bolero, from Pepe Sánchez to Olga Guillot. How this romantic genre conquered Latin America.
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Discover the history of the Cuban bolero, from Pepe Sánchez to Olga Guillot. How this romantic genre conquered Latin America.
From Santiago de Cuba to the world, the bolero was born as a love song and is now a UNESCO Heritage. Its history, voices, and lasting power.
Cuba's oldest trova festival celebrates its 61st edition from February 26 to March 1 in Santiago de Cuba.
Meet José Pepe Sánchez, the trovador from Santiago who created the bolero and founded Cuban trova without ever reading music.