Alegria Real will take you on a journey into the Heart of Latin American Roots Music, interpreting the songs that represent a rich and diverse treasure of living folkloric musical traditions throughout Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe, the duo Alegria Real entertains, educates, and embraces audiences with eclectic and captivating sounds. Collectively, their repertoire of songs includes an impressive variety of over twenty-five acoustic string, wind and percussion instruments that interpret particular styles and rhythms ranging in complexity from such regions as Mexico, Cuba, Venezuela, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Uruguay, Peru and Spain. They intersperse musical selections with stories and information that give the songs cultural, historical, and cross-cultural contexts giving listeners a richer connection to what they are hearing and establishing a rapport with the musicians. As well, audience members are invited to become involved in playing certain instruments or singing on some of the songs creating an impactful and more palpable understanding of the music.
Alegria Real is comprised of Christina Audas and Armando Rivera.
