Showing posts with label Cubanoson. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Cubanoson. Show all posts

Thursday, July 20, 2017

Music Festival as part of Night Out Against Crime

Visit Union City, NJ for an evening of music featuring eight orchestras on three stages.  Shows & rides for kids, and much more.

Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Night Out Against Crime

National Night Out Against Crime on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Bergenline Avenue from 22nd to 30th Streets, Union City.  This year promises to be bigger and better than ever, with more rides for children and entertainment on three stages.

There will be free rides for children; free hot dogs and water; magic show; and a performance for children by Rosario & Her Stars.  Live music on two stages by the groups La Charanga 76Ray Machado y Su GrupoCubanosonOcean Vibes Trio, flamenco guitarist Jonathan Fritz, and Mariachi Nuevo Americano.

Everyone in the community is invited to attend.

Thursday, May 23, 2013

New CD by Jorge Sanchez "Papito"


Jorge Sanchez was born in Cuba into a musical family. He began performing at the age five, as part of a family duo in his native land.

Upon arriving in the U.S. he worked with many of the top names in latin music, notably, the “Jersey Cuban Boys”. Afterwards he was co-leader of the renowned “Orquesta Riviera” and was lead singer of the legandary “Fajardo y sus Estrellas” for seventeen years. Lately he is singing with Papo Ortega & Cubanoson, and “Charanga 76.

Throughout his career, Jorge has made numerous television appearances and has won the respect and admiration of many of the industry’s top performers.

In addition to his vocal talent, Jorge also writes most of his material. Combining years of experience with the youthful energy and vibes of today, Jorge Sanchez “Papito” is sure to be an artist you’ll enjoy and admire for years to come.

Aside from being a great singer he is also a musician who plays various instruments like bass, guitar, drums, percussion…
One of the songs written by Jorge Sanchez “Papito”, titled “Luz Marina”, was included in the movie “Caught”, featuring James Edward Olmos and Maria Conchita Alonso, release by Sony Classic Movies.




For more information, please visit:  www.jspapito.wordpress.com

The CD is available at the following sites:

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Hudson TV 19


New Hudson based TV Show hits the airways and Internet

The new television program Hudson TV 19, Hosted by Saulo Diaz premieres this Friday, April 12 at 7:00 PM on Cablevision Channel 19.  The show will aim to cover happenings on both sides of the Hudson. From in-depth interviews to live news events, and from entertainment news and performances to political commentary.  The show begins airing on Cablevision Channel 19 this Friday, April 12, 2013 at 7:00 PM, and will air every Friday at the same time.  Viewers can also watch it anytime online by visiting: www.HudsonTV19.blogspot.com

The first episode features an interview with Jersey City Councilman and Candidate for Mayor, Steven Fulop; as well as a video documentary featuring Papo Ortega and his orchestra Cubanoson. 

Hudson TV 19 hosted & produced by Saulo Diaz; MeLu Communications Group, Executive Producer; Kinsmen Entertainment, Associate Producer; Gustavo Marquez, Director; Fel Medina, Cinematographer; Saulo Diaz, Segment Editing; Original music, by Gustavo "Chacho" Schartz from "Enamorado" (Available on iTunes); MeLu Communications Group, Post Production. 

To view episodes or comment on any episode, visit:  www.HudsonTV19.blogspot.com 

To report news or request an interview, email:  HudsonTV19@gmail.com

Sunday, January 1, 2012

Cubanoson: The Story

The New Year has begun in Union City with the release of the short documentary "Cubanoson: The Story" featuring Papo Ortega's Cubanoson, New York's Cuban Orchestra.

It is a behind the scenes look at what makes this popular orchestra so unique in the world of Latin music. The film features Cubanoson's musicians, with music by Papo Ortega, as well as a dynamic live performance by Cubanoson of Guillermo Portabales' classic "El Carretero". The film is directed by Lucio Fernandez and produced by MeLu Films (www.MeLuFilms.com) in association with Cubanoson Productions (www.Cubanoson.com) and El Gitano Discreto Productions. The film is dedicated to all who love Latin music and particularly Cuban music.  

Cubanoson: The Story
featuring 
Papo Ortega's Cubanoson
New York's Cuban Orchestra

Watch it now: