Voices of Canada: Latin American & Hispanic Heritage Month with Luis Tovar

PROGRAM DETAILS:

Date: Thursday, October 9
Time: 1:00 pm MT
Age: Grades 1-6
Cost: Free
Location: Virtual, hosted on Zoom

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Grades 1–6 teachers, bring your students on a rhythmic journey with Latin percussionist Luis Tovar! In this virtual session, students will discover world percussion and explore how Latin musical traditions blend with jazz.

This event will be hosted on Zoom. Please register here to receive meeting details.

This event is part of Voices of Canada, a music education series that celebrates Canada’s cultural diversity through the voices and stories of talented musicians. Learn more about Voices of Canada and our upcoming events at studiobell.ca/voices-of-canada.

About Luis Tovar

Luis “El Pana” Tovar is a JUNO-nominated percussionist from Venezuela. Since arriving in Alberta 18 years ago, he has made an indelible mark on the Western Canadian music scene, with 29 years of professional experience in percussion of world music instruments. Regardless of musical genre or collaborators, Luis brings a unique combination of energy and positive dynamics to the stage or recording studio, drawing on his Venezuelan and Afro-Caribbean roots to engage in any project. His mission goes beyond music; Luis’s aspiration is to share his talent with the community and promote unity within the Canadian territory through his performances and collaborations. He enjoys sharing his experiences and knowledge with the next generation of musicians, further emphasizing his versatility and dedication to exploring various musical styles and projects.