Marimba & Traditional Music of Colombia’s South Pacific Workshop (Bogotá)
Learn the rhythms that make Colombia’s Pacific Coast come alive with Jhon Alex del Castillo, master musician from Tumaco and winner of the prestigious Petronio Álvarez Festival.
Over four immersive sessions, you will explore the marimba de chonta, traditional drums, singing traditions, and the cultural heritage of Colombia’s South Pacific through a participatory methodology designed for both beginners and experienced musicians.
Each session includes a tasting of viche (the ancestral spirit of Colombia’s Pacific Coast), traditional dance demonstrations, and local cuisine. The workshop culminates in a vibrant public celebration featuring master musicians and cultural bearers from the Pacific region.
SCHEDULE
July 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 5 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
July 10 | 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
July 11 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Tambora Records – Cra 5 #34-65, Bogotá
Marimba Celebration (Closing Event)
July 11 – 7:00 p.m.
Specially scheduled to avoid conflicts with World Cup matches 🥳 ⚽️
RHYTHMS WE WILL LEARN
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Golpe
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Bambuco
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Agualarga
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Juga
Listen to the Master
Jhon Alex and his group Patacoré
What Participants Say About Our Experiences
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General Price
COP $550,000
Marimbea Community Price
COP $480,000
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Questions?
Schedule a short call with the Marimbea team to answer questions and help you choose the experience that best fits your interests.
Your Experience Includes
✓ 12 hours of instruction led by Master Musician Jhon Alex del Castillo
✓ Access to instruments throughout the entire workshop
✓ Stories and insights into the daily life and oral traditions of Colombia’s Pacific Coast
✓ Tasting of traditional viche-based beverages
✓ Traditional Pacific cuisine tasting
✓ Closing concert and celebration
✓ Access to a community of people passionate about Pacific culture