Betto Arcos
An Appreciation: Cuban Composer of Boleros, César Portillo de la Luz
Earlier this month, César Portillo de la Luz, one of the most important composers of Cuban song died in Havana at the age of 90.
Algerian Singer Lili Boniche is Honored by Daughter in CD Anthology
The late Algerian singer Lili Boniche is remembered with a new collection of his songs called “Anthologie.” The World music reviewer Betto Arcos has more.
Uruguayan Percussion from Daniel ‘Tatita’ Marquez
Tuesday’s Global Hit comes from the South American country of Uruguay, where percussionist Daniel ‘Tatita’ Marquez is working to get his country’s music better known around the globe. Reporter Betto Arcos profiles Marquez and the Candombe drums that are an essential part of Uruguay’s music.
Cristina Pato Brings the Galician Bagpipe to the Jazz and Classical World
Cristina Pato thought she’d left the Galician bagpipe behind when she left Spain. But playing the bagpipes provided her with more musical opportunities when she made the move to New York.
Lara Bello’s Flamenco-Inspired ‘First Yellow, Then Purple’
Betto Arcos tells us about singer Lara Bello, who grew up surrounded by flamenco music and dance in Granada, Spain.
Jenni Rivera: Queen of Banda is Remembered
The Mexican-American singer and actress Jenni Rivera died after her plane disappeared early Sunday morning. She had just given a concert in Monterrey, Mexico.
Veracruz, Mexico Celebrates the 100th Birthday of Singer Toña La Negra
Mexico is remembering one of its most celebrated singers, Toña La Negra, who was born 100 years ago this month.
Spain’s Serrat & Sabina: A Music Appreciation by Betto Arcos
Betto Arcos tells us about two Spanish singers he’s been a fan of for a long time: Joan Manuel Serrat and Joaquin Sabina. Their latest record together is called “La Orquesta del Titanic.”
Los Gaiteros de San Jacinto Play to a Traditional Cumbia Beat
Reporter Betto Arcos tells us about the “gaita”, an indigenous wooden flute played along Colombia’s Caribbean coast, and the popular band called Los Gaiteros de San Jacinto.
“The Seventh Chieftain”: Celtic Superstar Carlos Núñez
Celtic superstar Carlos Núñez, from the region of Galicia in northeastern Spain, has been called “The Seventh Chieftain.”
From TV Theme Song to All-Spanish Album, Guatemala’s Gaby Moreno
Gaby Moreno is a singer-songwriter from Guatemala now living in Los Angeles. Her previous albums have all been in English, but she’s now released her first album in Spanish. It’s called Postales. Reporter Betto Arcos tells anchor Marco Werman which songs he likes best on the new album.
Musicians Gather for the 11th Annual Son Jarocho Festival in LA
Betto Arcos gives us a preview of some of the bands to performing at this year’s Son Jarocho Festival taking place this weekend in Los Angeles.
Remembering Legendary Singer Chavela Vargas
We remember legendary Mexican ranchera singer Chavela Vargas who died yesterday at the age of 93.
Alfredo Rodriguez: Cuban Pianist Produced by Quincy Jones
Alfredo Rodriguez was a relatively unknown jazz pianist when legendary producer Quincy Jones spotted him at a gig. A month later Rodriguez got a call and was told Quincy Jones would like to produce his first album. Reporter Betto Arcos tells the story.
Mexico’s Carla Morrison Speaks the Language of the People
Singer Carla Morrison has been selling out concerts across the country and has also been active politically, supporting Mexico’s student movement.
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