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People of Earth - Millennium Stage (February 26, 2020)

Read more New York City-based virtuoso band comprised of musicians from around the world specializing in "ATM"-American Timba music; a mix of Cuban music, pan Caribbean styles, and latin jazz. Subscribe to The Kennedy Center! http://bit.ly/2gNFrtb

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John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Kennedy Center, Performing arts, Timba, People of Earth, People of Earth Project, Latinx, Latin America

People of Earth (PoE) - MAJESTAD NEGRA

Read more www.peopleofearthmusic.com IG: @poemusicnyc http://facebook.com/peopleofearthP.O.E/ Majestad Negra by Luis Palés Matos, arranged by Víctor Pablo García Gaetán In times when the emerging Puerto Rican identity fetishized Eurocentrism, and regarded its undeniable African heritage as inappropriate or pollutant to ‘culture’, Luis Palés Matos (1898-1959) pioneered the poetry genre now known as Afro-Antillano; a rhythmic mixing of Spanish and creole Afro-Caribbean words that, although often elusive in definition, are understood by Caribbeans in their body and soul. In that spirit we bring rhythms, drums, and coros of different but familiar styles. The barril de bomba and the quinto de guaguancó mingle much like the words in the poem, honoring our roots and prompting open conversation on this day and place. This is Majestad Negra, by Palés Matos - our first musical exploration of these poems. CREDITS: People of Earth Ayamey Bell Torriente | voice Iván Llanes Montejo | voice Joana Elena Obieta Dähler | voice Raúl Ríos Morales | voice Gabriel Globus-Hoenich | cuá & catá Keisel Jiménez Leyva | tumbadoras Víctor Pablo García Gaetán | buleador & arrangement featuring Julia Loíza Gutiérrez Rivera, dancer Nicky “Caja Dura” Laboy Félix, primo & requinto Fernando Adriel García Rodas, buleador ————— sound recording, Studio Chill Gabriel Kirchheimer Gabriel Globus-Hoenich Mau Quiros mix, Gabo Lugo/Gabriel Globus-Hoenich Shot, Directed, and Edited by Mau Quiros special thanks to: Taja Cheek Gabriel Kirchheimer Nicky “Caja Dura” Laboy Félix Fernando Adriel García Rodas Desmar Guevara Julia Loíza Gutiérrez-Rivera Jorge Merced Mau Quiros Rosalba Rolón this performance was developed in part with support from Pregones / Puerto Rican Traveling Theater and it’s Step Up Artist-In-Residence initiative

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MAMBO!-Tribute to Leonard Bernstein by People of Earth

Read more www.peopleofearthmusic.com @poemusicnyc (IG) Composed by Leonard Bernstein Arranged by Gabriel Globus-Hoenich Drumset-Victor Pablo Timbales- Ivan Llanes Congas-Gabriel Globus-Hoenich Bongos-Adam Riaz Piano-Ahmed Alon Keyboard-Carolina Calvache Bass-Ian Stewart Trumpets-Raul Rios, Rachel Therrien Trombones-Malec Heermans, Achilles Liarmakopoulos Special Thanks to Kalun Leung, Keisel Jimenez, Teddy Abrams, Dave Stoller and Samurai Hotel Studios, Mau Quiros, Richard Hoenich, Sheila Globus, Priscila Santana

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People of Earth performs Chiki

Read more People of Earth, a new band out of NYC formed by friends of different parts of the world to put their own little twist to Latin music. Chiki is their first single, composed and Arranged by Víctor Pablo. Lead Vocal: Iván Llanes Vocal: Joana Elena Obieta Vocal: Ayamey Bell Timbales: Keisel Jimenez Drums: Víctor Pablo Congas: Gabriel Globus-Hoenich Güiro: Adam Riaz Piano: Ahmed Alom Keyboard: Carolina Calvache Bass: Ian Stewart Trumpet / Vocal: Rachel Therrien Trumpets: Raúl Ríos  Trombone: Malec Heermans Trombone: Kalun Leung Trombone: Achilles Liarmakopoulos  Violin: Rigdzin Pema Collins Production: Producer / Audio / Video: Javier Raez Camera / Edit: Trendel Lightburn Camera: Ricky Alarcon Executive Producer / Camera: Martin Cohen

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People of Earth performs Should've Known Better

Read more People of Earth, a new band out of NYC formed by friends of different parts of the world to put their own little twist to Latin music. Should've Known Better is their second release with us, composed by Gabriel Globus-Hoenich & Ayamey Bell and Arranged by Gabriel Globus-Hoenich. Lead Vocal: Joana Elena Obieta Lead Vocal: Ayamey Bell Vocal: Iván Llanes Timbales: Keisel Jimenez Drums: Víctor Pablo Congas: Gabriel Globus-Hoenich Güiro: Adam Riaz Piano: Ahmed Alom Keyboard: Carolina Calvache Bass: Ian Stewart Trumpet / Vocal: Rachel Therrien Trumpets: Raúl Ríos  Trombone: Malec Heermans Trombone: Kalun Leung Trombone: Achilles Liarmakopoulos  Violin: Rigdzin Pema Collins Production: Producer / Audio / Video: Javier Raez Camera / Edit: Trendel Lightburn Camera: Ricky Alarcon Executive Producer / Camera: Martin Cohen #Congahead #PeopleOfEarth #LatinFusion #LivePerformance #LiveMusic

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People of Earth (POE) Mann Center Young People's Concert

Read more News coverage of POE's concert in Philadelphia for young people, July 2019

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music education, salsa, timba, education, teaching, teaching artists, people of earth, poe, percussion, horns, el sistema, flute, kids, children

Introducing People of Earth

Read more www.peopleofearthmusic.com https://www.facebook.com/peopleofearthP.O.E/ http://instagram.com/poemusicnyc/

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timba, cuba, percussion, salsa, original music, brazil, gospel, nyc, new york, latin, music, drums, bass, piano, horns, trumpet, trombone, violin, keyboard, nord, latin percussion, conga, timbales, snarky puppy, rumba

People of Earth (POE) Live at Brooklyn Bowl Part 1

Read more People of Earth performing at Brooklyn Bowl, 2-6-18 www.peopleofearthmusic.com https://www.facebook.com/peopleofearthP.O.E/ @poemusicnyc booking: poemusicpoe@gmail.com featuring: Ivan Llanes-Voice Joana Obieta-Voice Ayamey Bell-Voice Raul Rios-Trumpet Rachel Therrien-Trumpet Kalun Leung-Trombone Malec Heermans-Trombone Achilles Liarmakopoulos-Trombone Carolina Calvache-Piano Gabriel Chakarji-Keyboard Ahmed Alon-Keyboard Rigdzin Collins-Violin Ian Stewart-Bass Gabriel Globus-Hoenich-congas Victor Pablo-Drumset Keisel Jimenez-Timbales, drumset

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People of Earth (POE) Live at Brooklyn Bowl Part 2

Read more People of Earth performing at Brooklyn Bowl, 2-6-18 www.peopleofearthmusic.com https://www.facebook.com/peopleofearthP.O.E/ @poemusicnyc booking: poemusicpoe@gmail.com featuring: Ivan Llanes-Voice Joana Obieta-Voice Ayamey Bell-Voice Raul Rios-Trumpet Rachel Therrien-Trumpet Kalun Leung-Trombone Malec Heermans-Trombone Achilles Liarmakopoulos-Trombone Carolina Calvache-Piano Gabriel Chakarji-Keyboard Ahmed Alon-Keyboard Rigdzin Collins-Violin Ian Stewart-Bass Gabriel Globus-Hoenich-congas, voice Victor Pablo-Drumset Keisel Jimenez-Timbales,

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People of Earth Family Concert

Read more People of Earth pay a visit to Paterson Music Project in Paterson, NJ to share their music, rhythms, and dances.
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ABOUT

People of Earth (PoE) is a global music collective that has emerged as one of the United States' most exciting Latin and tropical bands. With an electrifying blend of music from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Brazil, and beyond, PoE delivers a high-energy experience that transcends borders. This 13-piece supergroup features a dynamic lineup of world-class musicians hailing from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Canada, Switzerland, Haiti, Greece, and more. Together, they create a sound that is as diverse as it is powerful. Since its formation in 2017, PoE has graced prestigious stages such as Carnegie Hall in New York, Disney Hall in Los Angeles, The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., The Kimmel Center and Mann Center in Philadelphia, and the New World Center in Miami. PoE’s signature setup includes a frontline of three powerhouse vocalists, supported by four horns, three percussionists, two keyboards, and electric bass. Their original music is a vibrant fusion of Cuban timba and rumba, Puerto Rican bomba and plena, Haitian kompa, Brazilian MPB, and American soul, R&B, and hip-hop. With songs performed in Spanish, English, Portuguese, and Kreyol, the band’s sound reflects a truly global ethos. In 2019, PoE collaborated with Musical America’s Conductor of the Year, Teddy Abrams, and received a grant from New Music USA to commission MacArthur Fellow Dafnis Prieto. The result was Tentación, a groundbreaking concerto for PoE and string orchestra. Premiered in 2022 under Abrams' baton, the piece was performed with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Louisville Orchestra, New World Symphony, and Britt Festival Orchestra. The band's self-titled debut album, released in May 2023 on Truth Revolution Records, showcases their artistry with nine tracks, including seven original compositions and reimagined covers of Djavan’s Te Devoro and Leonard Bernstein’s Mambo. The album also features a guest appearance by acclaimed Brazilian singer Marcos Costa. Beyond its thrilling performances, People of Earth is deeply committed to education. Its members are veteran teaching artists who have led workshops and residencies at venues such as Carnegie Hall, The Kimmel Center, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the Detroit Symphony. The band has also presented family-friendly concerts for organizations including The Mann Center, 92nd Street Y, and the Afro Latin Jazz Alliance. Guided by a mission to use music as a vehicle for social change, PoE aims to foster dialogue, build cultural connections, and spread joy. Through their passion for groove-driven, heartfelt music, they strive to make the world a more connected and harmonious place.

LIVE DATES

The Band

ASHIRA MOTHERSIL

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USA/HAITI
// vocals

IVAN LLANES

CUBA
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JOANA OBIETA

SWITZERLAND
// vocals

RAUL RIOS

PUERTO RICO
// trumpet+vocals

VICTOR PABLO

PUERTO RICO
//percussion

AHMED ALOM

CUBA
// piano, synth

KEISEL JIMENEZ

CUBA
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GABRIEL GLOBUS-HOENICH 

CANADA
//percussion
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IAN STEWART

USA
// bass
CUBA
// piano, synth, saxophone

RACHEL THERRIEN

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HILARIA DESPAGNE

// trombone + vocals
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ARTHUR ALVAREZ

CANADA
// trumpet
CUBA

CONTACT US

all bookings and inquiries:

poemusicpoe@gmail.com

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