Besos de Coco family concert

Through the unique instrumentation of classical guitar and vocals, double bass and tap dance that mimics the role of percussion, Besos de Coco (“coconut kisses”) examines rhythmic cultures from all over the world. The ensemble demonstrates and differentiates rhythmic and stylistic characteristics that define various musical genres. Experience improvisational jazz, classical waltz, Afro-Latin and Brazilian music, traditional Mexican music, Spanish flamenco, Argentinian tango and contemporary hip-hop rhythms. World language, visual/dance elements and musical techniques add to the international flavor of this assembly. Students are engaged through audience participation using body percussion, singing and “scatting”.