An Evening with NIDIA GÓNGORA

Sun Oct 05 2025 at 07:30 pm to 11:30 pm UTC-05:00

The Cedar Cultural Center | Minneapolis

The Cedar Cultural Center
Publisher/HostThe Cedar Cultural Center
An Evening with NIDIA G\u00d3NGORA
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Nidia Góngora blends Afro-Colombian roots with modern funk, earning a Latin Grammy nod and global acclaim as a marimba music guardian.
About this Event

The Cedar Presents


An Evening with NIDIA GÓNGORA

Sunday, October 5, 2025 / Doors: 7:00 PM / Show: 7:30 PM

All Ages

Standing

This is a standing show with an open floor. To request seating or other access accommodations, please go to our .

For Cedar presented shows, online ticket sales typically end one hour before the door time, and then, based on availability, tickets will be available at the door. Tickets purchased at the door will include a $1 Eventbrite fee.



ABOUT THIS SHOW

Nidia Góngora is a captivating singer/songwriter from the vibrant Afro-Colombian community of Timbiquí, known for her powerful performances that blend traditional sounds with modern flair. Often celebrated for her role as a guardian of marimba music, she has emerged as one of the foremost voices representing the South Pacific region of Colombia. With notable collaborations alongside luminaries like Quantic, her music distinctly marries the roots of Colombian folklore with contemporary funk influences, showcasing her versatility and creativity.

Her significant impact on the music industry is underscored by accolades such as being named 'Afro-Colombian of the Year' and a Latin Grammy nomination for her work with Canalón de Timbiquí. Nidia's connection to vinyl culture is evident as she continues to produce works that resonate deeply within the hearts of collectors and enthusiasts alike, making her a must-follow artist in the ever-evolving soundscape of Latin music.


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NIDIA GÓNGORA

The most recognized singer from the Colombian Pacific coast, Latin Grammy®-nominated Nidia Góngora is part of the 2025-26 Mid Atlantic Tours 2025-26 Roster. She recently collaborated with the artist Feid, as well as the Costa Rican poet Shirley Campbell Barr. She released her recent work "".

Prof. Góngora holds a degree in Early Childhood Education, and is a researcher of traditional music from the Southern Colombian Pacific, a region whose music has been declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. For the past 12 years, she has been conducting ongoing musical training with children in both school and community settings in rural and urban areas of Cauca and Valle del Cauca through the Fundación Escuela Canalón, a project that preserves and promotes the cultural identity values of the region.

Throughout her 20+ years of international experience as a composer and performer, Prof. Góngora has successfully built bridges between the traditional music of her native Timbiquí (Cauca) other world genres. She has been featured in and on the cover of popular magazines such as , The Guardian, and The New York Times.

To learn more about Nidia Góngora:

  • Visit her Instagram page here
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Cedar Cultural Center, 416 Cedar Avenue South, Minneapolis, United States

Tickets

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