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Programs Offered

Sumaj Chasquis offers a variety of programs tailored to meet the particular needs of our presenters:

• A concert features a wide variety of Latin American and Caribbean folkloric and dance rhythms presented in such a way that audiences are invited to participate in a journey through all of Latin America. Band members introduce each song, placing it in its appropriate cultural context, often inviting audience members to clap or sing along, mostly in Aymara though sometimes in Spanish or English. This is usually presented in a concert hall or in fixed seating venues.

• Our family show features song selections aimed at a family audience, including songs and stories appropriate for children ages 3 and up.

  To this we add our cultural presentation featuring our adult repertoire, including songs and instruments that come from the native South Americans, the Africans and European cultures to present a well rounded, fun and participatory presentation suitable for all ages. Our family shows usually last 45-60 minutes.

  Our FAMILY SHOW is typically 45 minutes to now hour, and explores a variety of Latin rhythms from South America, Central America and the Caribbean. The concert consists of up to 8 songs coupled with explanations celebrating the roots of the music, specifically showcasing the African, indigenous and European cultural influences. It can be performed by a duo, trio or musicians or a sextet, budget allowing.

  Time and space permitting, the artists often demonstrate how one or two folkloric dance rhythms are traditionally danced. If the presenter agrees, Sumaj CHASQUIS always reserves a 5-minute period just before the last song or the children and parents to have a chance to ask questions. By the end of the concert, if time and space allows, audience members are invited to get up and dance to the last song.

To book Sumaj Chasquis for your event just call us at (617) 492-1515, or use our online contact form.