Que Viva La Musica - Vicki Sola's Legacy

Que Viva La Musica - Vicki Sola's Legacy

by Jose Calderon

Music Commentary Music History Music Interviews

Season 41

Interview - 9-24-22 - The Boogaloo Project - Amanda Cardona & Jonathan Cabrera

Jonathan Cabrera and Amanda Cardona chimed in to speak of their project "Boogaloo in The Bronx", a dance event with live music Sunday, September 25th, featuring Jonathan Goldman & Spanglish Fly, David Frankel & Avenida B and many more surprises.

Interview - 9-24-22 - Carmen Cruz

Special mention to Carmen Cruz for informing us of the Silent Procession NYC4PR taking place Sunday, October 2, 2022, with the participation of Johnny Bliss, Bombazo and Edwin Vazquez.

Interview - 9-24-22 - Debbie Quinones

Community activist Debbie Quinones will detail an important street naming of revered Barrio artist Hiram Maristany, who has left us a legacy of numerous art pieces and remembrances. It takes place Saturday, October 15, 2022, at 111th Street and Madison Avenue at 1PM.

Interview - 9-24-22 - Nando Albericci

Radio host Nando Albericci informs us of an upcoming fundraiser for fellow Station WBAI 99.5 FM with a star-studded cast coming up Wednesday, October 12, 2022.

Interview - 9-3-22 - NYISC - Jose Alberto El Canario

We are extremely excited to speak to José Alberto "El Canario", renowned salsa singer from Villa Consuelo, Dominican Republic. José Alberto has successfully been a solo artist inspired by his rich Dominican culture after singing with several orchestras, specifically receiving international attention as the singer of Típica 73 in October 1977. He will discuss reaching a milestone in his career as well as his participation featured in the 2022 New York International Salsa Congress. For information, tickets and hotel specifics, you can visit online at www.newyorksalsacongress.com.

Interview - 9-3-22 - Eddie Palmieri

The family of QVLM is honored to receive El Maestro Mr. Eddie Palmieri, Grammy Award-winning pianist, bandleader, musician, and composer of Puerto Rican ancestry. He is the founder of the bands La Perfecta, La Perfecta II, and Harlem River Drive. We will discuss his upcoming presentation at Lehman Center for the Performing Arts with special guests and select points of his trajectory. For tickets and more information visit https://www.lehmancenter.org/events/eddie-palmieri .

Interview - 8-27-22 - NYISC - Freddy Ramirez

We will interview the multi-talented Yale researcher Freddy Ramirez on his important work revealing the benefits of dance and brain health!! Freddy will hold a wellness panel presentation "“Dancing Salsa Improves Brain Health” on Sunday, Sept 4th, 11:00am at the New York International Salsa Congress located in the New York Marriott Marquis, Soho Complex, 7th floor.

Interview - 8-27-22 - NYISC - Manny Rivera (Son Del Monte)

Later in the program we welcomed back musician and bandleader Manny Rivera of Son Del Monte on their upcoming live performance on Sunday, September 4, 2022, in the Old Skool Room, a matinee dance event dedicated to our classic salsa dancing community. For tickets and more info, visit: nyisc2022oldskoolroom.eventbrite.com

Interview Doug Beavers - John Dandy Rodriguez

JUST ANNOUNCED! Circle 9 Presents: Johnny Rodriguez’ “Dream Team” Gala at SOB's August 26th, 6p An all-star fundraising concert to record the legacy of John "Dandy Rodriguez. Secure your $20 tickets now, link in comments. Special Guest DJ: DJ Henry Knowles Hosted by Jose Calderon of WFDU Tickets $20 VIP Meet and Greet Tickets Available VIP Table Seating Available Confirmed Artists to Appear: Nelson Gonzalez, trés guitar Pete Nater Music, trumpet Doug Beavers Music, trombone Ali Bello, violin David Santiago Jr., flute Arturo Ortiz, piano Jerry Madera, bass George Delgado, congas Johnny "Dandy" Rodriguez, bongos Jimmy Delgado, timbales Fernando Pinto, vocals With Special Guests: Jeremy Bosch, vocals & flute Karen Joseph, flute More special guests TBA! $20 General Admission$25 VIP Table Seating Available – limited to 60 guests$35 VIP “Meet and Greet the Artists” Tickets availableDonate now to support the brand-new recording of John "Dandy" Rodriguez: https://bit.ly/donatetoC9

111th Street Old Timer's Stickball Org. - July 2, 2022

Sunday July 10th it's the 54th Annual 111th Old Timer's Stickball and Music Festival. Celebrating this iconic organization's lasting contribution to El Barrio and the NY metropolitan area. It's going to be a great reunion for musicians, community & nuestra gente! After 2 years of absence, we look forward to sharing this unique experience within our community commemorating its 54th anniversary. Joining us will be Willie Renta and Alexis Sabater as we acknowledge the amazing and hard-working committee who puts together a day-long festival for all to enjoy, which includes stickball, salsa and the unification of a community. We fondly honor the memory of Charlie Candelario, committee president, beloved son of El Barrio who we lost in 2019 and to whom we owe over 50 years of music, stickball, culture and solidarity every 2nd Sunday in July in El Barrio, NYC. This celebration happened on air with Que Viva La Musica! Please join us... y Que Viva El Barrio! #qvlm #oldstimers2022 #111thStreet #quevivaelbarrio

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