The Recordings and Musical Editions Company (EGREM by its Spanish acronym) and its American counterpart Sony Music Entertainment signed in Havana contracts for large-scale international distribution of Cuban music, including the catalog of this national label.
Culture Ministers of ALBA-TCP Member Nations to Meet in Cuba
The 6th Meeting of Culture Ministers of the member countries of the Bolivarian Alliance of the Peoples of Our America-Peoples' Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) will be held in Havana on September 17.
Cuban piano great Guillermo Rubalcaba dies in Havana
The pianist, composer and orchestra director Guillermo Rubalcaba died on Monday night in Havana, confirmed the Cuban Institute of Music.
Cuban and U.S. Educational Institutions Plan New Exchanges
Members of the chairmanship of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) met with directors of the University of Havana (UH) to establish guidelines for cooperation between the two institutions.
Cuba's National Ballet Company to Perform in Spain and Oman
Cuba's National ballet Company (BNC) will begin on September 16 an international tour of important places of Spain and Oman, an Arab nation where the company will debut with the piece Don Quixote.
Successful concerts in Bogota of Cuban soprano Barbara Llanes
Cuban soprano Barbara Llanes Mary traveled on Sunday to Costa Rica after giving two successful concerts in the Colombian capital, accompanied by the Bogota Philharmonic Orchestra, under the baton of the guest conductor, Italian Francesco Belli.
Cuban Camagua Folk Company Back from Summer Tour of Europe
After performing in several European countries since June 23, the Camagua Folk Company, of the eastern Cuban province of Camagüey, returned to the island on Monday, praised by the public and congratulated by personalities attending the shows in which it participated.
Alicia Alonso to Head Tour of Spain of Cuba’s National Ballet Company in September
Cuban ballerina and choreographer Alicia Alonso will head the tour of Spain that the National Ballet Company (BNC) will begin on September 16, according to her interview with EFE.
Rita Montaner: a Legend with a Unique Voice
Rita had a sad look and dark skin. She was small and had an enchanting smile. This is how everyone remembers her. One of the iconic artists in Cuba was the unique Rita Montaner.
Cuban Perugorria stars as Mario Conde in new movie
Cuban actor Jorge Perugorria will play the most famous Cuban detective in contemporary literature, Mario Conde, in the film Vientos de Cuaresma (Havana Gold) directed by Spanish Félix Viscarret.
Gente D 'Zona to deliver major concert in Havana
Gente D 'Zona, the most famous Cuban urban duo in recent times, will offer tonight a concert at the intersection of 23rd Street and Malecon, in Havana, after two years without appearing in a public space in the island.
Cuban universities to promote reading projects
Members of a project called "Leer Todos", (Everyone Reads), of the University of Cienfuegos will make up a network of university this school year to promote reading aimed at looking to for ways to increase the healthy and educational habit.
Former Bassist of U.S. Band Ramones to Perform in Havana
The ex-bassist of the mythical U.S. punk rock band Ramones, Christopher Joseph Ward, will offer two concerts in Cuba as part of the Habanarte Festival to be held in this capital on September 3-13.
Rumba players celebrate Fidel´s birthday
The popular Rumba Palace in the Havana municipality of Centro Habana will host a special project on August 12 by the Team Cuba Rumba project to mark the 89th birthday of Cuban Revolution leader Fidel Castro.
Carlos Acosta Begins Auditions to Found Company in Cuba
With the purpose of founding a ballet company on the island, prominent Cuban leading dancer Carlos Acosta carried out auditions at the Fernando Alonso National Ballet School of this capital for the selection of its members.