Segunda Quimbamba is a cultural gem based in Jersey City. Led by Drummer Juan Cartagena and Dancer Nanette Hernández, the band performs and teaches Afro-Puerto Rican folkloric music La Bomba and La Plena, honoring their ancestors and heritage through practicing this artistic expression. The call-and-response music creates a collaborative artistic space in Bomba for the dancer to move to the drums and for a drummer to follow the dancer’s movements with the sound of the drum. Known as the singing newspaper, Plena songs share stories of current events, played with hand-held drums. One tradition that we offer for students is la Parranda, which is a form of caroling. Through these celebrations, we cultivate intergenerational musical experiences for people of all ages and backgrounds.
Grades: K - 12
Audience Limit: 300
Program Length: 45 minutes
Assembly Price: $2,440
Assembly Two-in-a-Row Price: $3,390
Travel Fee: $95/day
AV sound system, 3-4 mics on stands, 3 chairs. They can bring their own sound system for an additional $350 fee. They arrive 60 minutes in advance to set up.