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SPRING 2025

We have wonderful news. We are about to start our SPRING 2025 program!

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FolkCOLOMBIA Escuela will present Family Dance & Music, ten weeks of traditional Colombian music and dance classes with our fantastic teachers: Rubén Dario Mejía, Lina Silva and dance Master Karla Florez! 

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For this semester, we will take a wonderful tour of Colombian culture through these traditions: 

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  • “CARRANGA”,  is a traditional musical genre that pulses with the country's rich heritage. Ruben Dario leading the class!

 

  • “El CHOTIS”  is a dance of European origin brought to Colombia in the 19th century. Master dance teacher Karla Florez will be instructing the classes.

 

  • “TRADITIONAL COLOMBIAN FOLK SONGS”, are a part of Colombia's rich musical heritage, which is known for its diversity and regional influences. Lina Silva will be instructing the classes.

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Classes are free and parents are invited to participate in the activities!​.

SPRING 2025 PROGRAM

  • Classes begin Saturday, MARCH 22, and will continue until Saturday, MAY 24, 2025.
     

  • Classes start at 10 am. and will run through 12:00 pm.

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  • Students will present a closing public performance on Saturday, MAY 24, 2025. Friends and family are invited!!

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An affiliate to Center for Traditional Music and Dance 
Un afiliado al Centro de Música Tradicional y Danza
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FolkCOLOMBIA Escuela programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

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