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Out of one of Havana's worst neighbourhoods come seven young women dedicated to break the historic male domination in the field of Rumba - Diunis (the group's leader), Ada, Amile,Barbara, Greidy, Hilda,& Osmary. Together they become Rumba Morena. Rumba Morena was formed in 1997 with the objective to draw attention to women’s abilities as percussionists and their participation in rumba and folkloric festivals accross the length and breadth of Cuba. Between them they sing, dance play the congas and all the traditional minor percussion instruments. Most have graduated in Havana's most innovative Cultural Centre. Many of Rumba Morenas members come from families with a long history of playing the Rumba Morena play with deep roots in Cuban culture, their songs fusing Yoruba chants, Santeria dances with boleros, reggaeton and street songs, all within the framework of a strict adherence to classical rumba rhythms. The group has been going seven years playing venues throughout Cuba. The music forms the spinal column of a 45-minute show. The group are seeking funding to make a video and a DVD which will give a better impression of their creative talents.
The group works under the leadership of Diunis Valdes O’Farrill, a first class rumbera, who has instilled in the other members of the group, continuity of the rumba tradition. In each appearance Rumba Morena wins over their audience, cuban or otherwise, because of their original approach, their professionalism and their individual and collective performances. Rumba Morena has become an intrinsic part of the Havana cultural scene delighting their audiences with their interpretation of this particular form of Afro-Cuban music. Performances: Hotel Habana Libre Tryp, Comments (0)
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Breaking the mould with Rumba Morena
music. This new group offers a departure from the past, a different approach to percussion playing, singing and dancing. At each appearance these women add beauty and harmony to the sounds and interpretations of the numbers, both traditional and modern, which increases the public’s interest in the genre. 
One of Rumba Morena's major ambitions is to take the show to Canada Europe and the USA where they anticipate a warm reception for their special brand of hip-swinging music
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