Below the spanish version is the english version.

1400 METROS DE POEMA

16 CIUDADES DE  9 PAISES  CERCA DE 8900 PARTICIPANTES

MÁS DE 40 INSTITUCIONES

32 IDIOMAS UTILIZADOS

Por primera vez en Estados Unidos. Seattle será la 16ª ciudad en albergar este evento internacional. Se trata de un proyecto del artista Miguel Ángel Arenas que consistirá en la composición colectiva y de forma simultánea de un poema de más de 100 metros de extensión. Este poema gigante se va escribiendo en las calles de diferentes ciudades del mundo gracias a la intervención de cientos de personas que continúan los versos que las personas que les anteceden van escribiendo. Esta propuesta se ha llevado a cabo en nueve países, entre los cuales se encuentran México, Noruega, Turquía, España Cuba o Canadá.

Lugar/Location: Seattle Art Museum

Fecha/Date: Friday, November 6th Hora/Time: 8.00pm -12.00pm -

VEN Y ESCRIBE-

1400 METERS OF POEM

16 CITIES FROM 9 COUNTRIES

ABOUT 8900 PARTICIPANTS

MORE THAN 40 INSTITUTIONS

32 LANGUAGES USED
For the first time in USA Seattle will be the 16th city which hosts this international event. This is a project by the artist Miguel Angel Arenas that will involve a hundreds of people in a collective and simultaneous composition of poems with more than 100 meters long. These Giant Poems have been written on the street of several cities in the world. The author writes the first verses of the poem and then people continue it. This project has been done in nine countries, including Mexico, Norway, Turkey, Spain, Cuba or Canada.

Lugar/Location: Seattle Art Museum

Fecha/Date: Friday, November 6th Hora/Time: 8.00pm -12.00pm

COME AND WRITE!

By Patricia Carrion

Not too often I have the opportunity to hear such beautiful music and see great performances within one week. This past wednesday I attended the McCaw Hall, Opera House to see  La traviata, an amazing opera that had not been played in Seattle for 13 years, and finally, I had the opportunity to see. I admired the scenography for quite a long time, the costumes, make up, everything screamed romanticism. The story, the voices, are things that will stay in my mind and heart forever.

Later that same night, I went across the street to the Teatro Zinzanni and listened to Orchestra Zarabanda, one of the best orchestras here in Seattle that plays classic Son cubano.

And then, decided to end my week at the Jazz Alley with the Spanish Harlem Orchestra. The night started by having “Rumbeggae” salsa band do an interview for Actitud Latina TV show with Oscar Hernández, pianist and director of the orchestra. Then, the concert started, and how big would be my surprise when Oscar starts presenting the members of the band and suddenly, I hear Carlos Cascante’s name as one of the singers! Our very own Carlos, who has been singing in the Seattle area with his group Tumbao and now has joined the SHO. I could not be more proud of him. I was full with joy and delight, and that’s why I could not leave aside the opportunity to write this in my blog and share it with whoever will feel as happy and proud as I do.

Centro Cultural Hispano Americano and the Pacific Jazz Institute at
Dimitriou¹s Jazz Alley present Spanish Harlem Orchestra touring in support
of their latest Grammy Nominated CD ³United We Swing². Band members are
Oscar Hernández (Piano/Musical Director), Ray De La Paz (Vocals), Marco
Bermudez (Vocals), Willie Torres (Vocals), Maximo Rodriguez (Bass), Luisito
Quintero (Percussion), George Delgado (Percussion), Jorge Gonzalez
(Percussion), Dan Reagan (Trombone), Pete Nater (Trumpet), and Motch Frohman
(Saxophone and Flute). Set times Thursday through Saturday at 7:30pm and
10:00pm and Sunday at 7:30pm. Doors open at 6:00pm on Thursday and 5:30pm
Friday  Sunday.

Since their arrival in 2000, Spanish Harlem Orchestra (SHO) has established
itself as a standard bearer of contemporary Latin music. Directed by
world-renowned pianist, arranger, and producer Oscar Hernández, the
thirteen-member all-star ensemble has reintroduced the classic sounds of New
York City Salsa to music lovers worldwide. ³United We Swing², SHO¹s third
album, is a stunning follow-up to their 2004 Grammy award-winning album
³Across 110th St.², and their 2002 Grammy nominated debut, ³Un Gran Día En
El Barrio.²

Centro Cultural Hispano Americano
206-418-6710, 253-210-0134
http://www.centroculturalha.org

Location: Downstairs at Town Hall; enter on Seneca Street.
As a child, Savannah Fuentes was bored by school, aimless, and undisciplined—until she took a flamenco dance class. Inspired by the passion and complexity of the dance and music and intrigued by its exotic history, Savannah immersed herself in intense study that eventually took her to Spain, and the birthplace of flamenco, Seville. Now, after years of study, she pours her talent, knowledge, and passion into Spain’s signature dance. She’s accompanied by her company, guitarist Tyson Hussey and flamenco singing sensation Keiko Ooka. Presented as part of Town Hall’s Saturday Family Concerts Series, with Giant Magnet (formerly Seattle International Children’s Festival).
Tickets are free for kids 12 and under/$5 for adults. No children without adults, no adults without children. Tickets are required for children and adults and are available atwww.brownpapertickets.com or 800/838-3006.

@Town Hall: 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101-2738

Call 1-800-574-2123 for performance or overnight reservations.

One of the most revered artists of Spain’s Gyspy Flamenco community, INES BACAN. Joined by her brother JUAN BACAN, will be making her U.S. premier with the stellar flamenco dance ensemble ARTE y PUREZA led by guitarist ETHAN MARGOLIS. Tradition and modernity, youth and maturity, come together on one stage in a show that is both pure in form and diverse in expression. Dancers include the “fiery” CITHLI OCAMPO, Farruquito protegè EL ORUCO and charismatic singer/dancer JAVIER HEREDIA.

A special dinner concert @ Cafe Paloma
Correo Aereo Trio cook up their superb musical alchemy in harmony with the aromas and deep, subtle flavors of Cafe Palomas’ fine Turkish fare and wine offerings.
A combination that creates a sensual, sumptuous feast for body & soul.
Seating is limited so RSVP now at: (206) 405-1920
93 Yesler Way, Seattle, Wa. 98104 – in the heart of historic Pioneer Square
$12 door