Salsa Gala Party at Allegro Ballroom, Emeryville

SALSA GALA DANCE PARTY!

Saturday March 28, 8:00-12:00 PM

Allegro Ballroom
5855 Christie Ave., Emeryville

Featuring:

2 Salsa lessons with Tomaj!!
FREE Food & Drinks!
Fun Give-aways!!

Tickets:  $15

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Julio Bravo at Cafe Cococmo Thursday, SAn

JULIO BRAVO Y SU ORQUESTA SALSABOR LIVE!!

Thursday March 19th, 2009

Cafe Cocomo

650 Indiana Street
San Francisco, CA.
Tel: 415-410-4735

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SALSA LESSON:
SALSA BY JAKE – 8PM

DJ FAB FRED – 9PM

BAND – 10PM

NEW HAPPY HOUR
6PM-9PM

50% OFF ALL DRINKS AT THE BAR

COVER $12.00

About Julio Bravo:

Julio Bravo was born in Lima, Peru.
He demonstrated his passion for the arts at a very early age appearing on children's television programs, school plays and several theatrical productions.

Julio arrived in the United States in 1989 with high musical
aspirations and began performing with "Trio Los Chalanes,"
becoming increasingly popular within the Latin American
community, particularly the Peruvian community.

In 1991 Julio appeared on the television show "Buscando Estrellas" -the Latin version of Star Search- making it to the finals and giving him a tremendous amount of exposure and opportunities. Julio joined Orquesta Internacional in 1992, performed regularly throughout Northern California gaining individual notoriety and was increasingly in demand as the featured act.

In 1994, Julio decided to assemble his own orchestra, Salsabor.
Based in San Francisco, California, Julio Bravo started recruiting
talented musicians and securing bookings for the band at local
nightclubs and private venues.

Julio has recorded two Peruvian music albums: "Jarana Peruana" and "Cerca de Ti" and is currently working on his first salsa CD featuring his original compositions. Julio's unique interpretations and distinctive style are the band's trademarks.

Unique Opportunity to Learn to Dance from Griselle Ponce, Sacramento

Yemaya Salsa Dance Presents,

Dance Workshop with Griselle Ponce!!!

January 31st, 2009

Eastern Star Ballroom
2719 K Street
Downtown Sacramento
Phone: (916) 524-0211

Visit www.yemayasalsa.com for registration.

About Griselle Ponce:

Griselle Ponce, an award winning Instructor, and A role model to the Latin Community, is one of the top New York/New Jersey area dancers and choreographers.  Former Model of Television show Sabado 47.

Born, July 7th 1979, and raised absorbing the sounds that emanated in and around the Beautiful Island of Puerto Rico.  From an early age Griselle started conquering many talen shows and beauty pageants; needless to say Mrs. Ponce was born for the stage.  Today at the age of 29, Griselle has traveled extensively around the world, from National to International tours.  Performing around the world, from cities and countries such as Italy, Germany, Korea, Israel, the United Kingdom, Argentina, Mexico just to name a few.

In 2002, Ponce Founded her very own Runway on 2 Dance Modeling and Studios.  After having trained many talented students Griselle put together an ensemble of Runway on 2's finest students and created her dance company Taima' "Las Hijas del Trueno" an Afro-Puerto Rican Ballet.  Together they deliver some of the most exciting and energetic dance routines around the world.

In December 2005, Griselle released her first Instructional DVD titled Lady's Styling by Griselle Ponce (Beautiful style with a touch of class).  The DVD became a hit and has sold all over the world.  Today, Griselle has been spending more time at home after Opening up her very own dance school "The House of Dance", withtwo important missions, to share her passion of the art of dance with the new generation and to serve as an outlet for youths to channel their energies into a positive skill that would enrich their cultural identity.

PB&G Dance Studio Christmas Party, Campbell

PB&G Productions Presents

PB&G Dance Studio Christmas Party

Friday December 19th, 2008

7:00pm-9:00pm Salsa Classes by Ricardo and Michelle after Special X'mas Buffet

11:00pm special X'mas production by PB&G productions and friends….

then dance until 2:00 am to MR. DJ Fab Fred

About PB&G's Michelle and Ricardo:

Ricardo and Michelle make their home in the Bay Area and have been performing, teaching, judging, and promoting salsa for many years. They have taught and performed all over the world numerous times in New York, Miami, Boston, Los Angeles, Toronto, Hong Kong, Italy, France, Austria, Germany, Brussels, London, Malta, Greece, Puerto Rico, and more than they can remember!  They continue to travel by themselves and with their dance team, PB&G Productions.

Known all over the world for their clean lines, precise footwork, and always sexy styling, Ricardo and Michelle are pioneers in the Bay Area by bringing the firsts of many to the San Francisco Bay Area.

San Francisco International Salsa Congress this November!!

7th Annual San Francisco

International Salsa Congress

November 20-23, 2008.

The Annual SF Bay Area International Congress presents over 50 dance workshops spread over 3 days, 4 top level evening dance shows each night with all star performers from over 20 different countries, an afternoon showcase presenting new talent in the Salsa World, and the highly anticipated Dance Competition Showcase on Sunday. In addition to your choice of 3-4 quality workshops each hour on Sunday, don't miss the competitions! Sunday was the day that rocked the Salsa World in 2006. The Open level Jack & Jill, at the noon hour, was a fun way to meet your fellow Salseros and share the spotlight in showing off your best social dancing skills. Winners were announced and prizes given out. Not a bad way to end an already fantastic weekend. But it was the Master's level Jack & Jill., by invitation only, that made, and continues to make history and put together every single big name in salsa all on one dance floor battling out their social prowess. What a feast for the eyes. Those that were there in the audience all wish they had their video camera as they watched each dancer in awe.

The competitions continue with the International/Out of State qualifying rounds followed by the highly prestigious amateur and professional finals at night. 5 categories of competition: Amateur, Professional on 1, Professional on 2, Teams and Cabaret. For many, this is where the stars are born and they kick off their salsa dance careers with a bang. This November, it all happens again. For one weekend and in only one place in the SF Bay Area, you can dance until 4 AM in the morning, Friday, Saturday, and NOW Sunday, as you enjoy World Class DJ's spinning the best in salsa and chachacha, and also be treated to live music each night. This year, while the shows are going on, you can still get more social dancing in as we open up the lobby for non-stop salsa. Did we mention, SF Congress is taking over the entire hotel this year? All the rooms are dedicated to the SF BAY AREA SALSA CONGRESS! You can continue the party at breakfast in the hotel with your friends, and then take the elebator up to your room for just a few precious hours of sleep until you get up for workshops in the morning and get ready to do it all over again. Are you ready for the 7th Annual SF BAY AREA SALSA CONGRESS? All event held at the Oakland Marriott City Convention Center. Open to the public, all ages welcome.

REGISTRATION IS UP AND RUNNING!!!

For ticket and hotel room purchase please visit the official site

www.sfsalsacongress.com

Live Music Performances by:

THURSDAY: Johnny Polanco y Conjunto Amistad (Los Angeles). Johnny Polanco is one of the most sought-after bandleaders in in the U.S. He has gained the distinction for making the type of contagious Latin Music that is truly appreciated by the dancing connoisseurs. Empowered by the extensive knowledge accumulated throughout nearly 35 years of professional musicianship, the leader of L.A.'s Conjunto Amistad is an autodiatic artist who has achieved a high degree skill of 13 instruments which include the tres and cuatro guitar, trombone, vibes and many more.

FRIDAY: Herman Olivera with Conjunto Rovira (New York). In 2001, singer Herman Olivera received long overdue props as featured vocalist on three tracks of the Grammy-winning CD, Masterpiece/Obra Maestra (RMM) by Tito Puente and Eddie Palmieri. Since his days with Conjunto Libre, Herman has honed a style gleaning from the great soneros of Palladium-era in New York City like Tito Rodriguez, Machito, Santos Colón and others. With a smooth resonate high tenor voice, the self-taught vocalist has contributed great interpretations and metaphorically rich inspiraciones (improvised verses) to an array of tunes such as Que Humanidad, Café, and Palo Pa' Rumba. His stints with Eddie Palmieri and the Machito Orchestra have helped Olivera ascend as a world class salsa singer.

SATURDAY: Eddie Palmieri (New York): Eddie Palmieri, known for his charismatic power and bold innovative drive, has a musical career that spans over 50 years as a bandleader of Salsa and Latin Jazz orchestras. With a discography that includes 36 titles, Mr. Palmieri has been awarded Nine Grammy Awards. He received his first Grammy Award in 1975 for his release The Sun of Latin Music, which is often considered the most historic, as it was the first time Latin Music was recognized by the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences.

SUNDAY: Jimmy Bosch (New York): A fiery exponent of the progressive sound often referred to as the most awesome Salsa band to dance to, listen to and watch in a concert setting, Bosch masterfully portrays his life experiences and musical inspiration creating Salsa for the next century.

There will be some truly amazing performances this year at the Salsa Competition. Check out some of the highlight performances from last year.