#Santería – Nathan Montgomery

n8monti March 6, 2019May 16, 2020#Santería, Concerts, Gilberto Morales, Lawrence University, Lucumí, Matanzas, NPR, Palo, Pedrito Martínez, Son

Artist Spotlight: Pedrito Martínez

Today I want to give a shout out to one of the most respected voices out of the New York Afro-Cuban scene! Born in Havana, Cuba, Pedrito Martínez was enamored by the Afro-Cuban music he heard on the street growing up. It is through these songs and rhythms that he eventually became initiated into the religion of Santería, continuing to master the musical practices that breathe life into the practice. In case you don’t know, Santería is a religion that … Continue reading “Artist Spotlight: Pedrito Martínez”

n8monti August 9, 2018November 29, 2019#Cuba, #Friendship, #Guaguanco, #Honors, #Mentorship, #Musicology, #Research, #Rumba, #Santería, #Thesis, Afro-Cuban, Percussion, Religion, Vocals

Reflections on Cuba

Last Summer I was the recipient of a grant from Lawrence University that allowed me to travel to Cuba for 30 days! I spent time in the cities of Havana and Matanzas, studying Afro-Cuban music and culture and meeting so many new friends and mentors. For my Senior Honors Project I wrote a thesis and presented a lecture recital that have now been published! Click on the link to download my paper and watch the recital for yourself if you’re … Continue reading “Reflections on Cuba”