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Experience the Rhythms of Bomba at Batch!Join us on February 25 at Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches in Austin, TX for a special evening celebrating the rich Afro-Puerto Rican tradition of bomba!
This pop-up event will feature a performance by Tambores del Pueblo, an Austin-based bomba y plena ensemble dedicated to preserving and sharing these dynamic traditions.
The night kicks off with an introductory lecture by Elizabeth Castillo Mena (Eli Mena), an ethnomusicology PhD student at UT Austin, whose work explores Afro-Caribbean music.
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM CST
Location: Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches, 3220 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78723
About the Artists:
Tambores del Pueblo – Formed in 2018, this community ensemble brings together artists and educators from Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Colombia, and Panama. Led by Karolina Arocho González and Adam Rosario, TDP offers free dance and percussion workshops to underserved communities, fostering cultural education and connection through music.
Elizabeth Castillo Mena (Eli Mena) – An ethnomusicologist, artist, and researcher, Eli’s work has been exhibited across Latin America, Spain, and Equatorial Guinea. She brings deep insight into Afro-Caribbean music traditions and their role in racial and cultural discourse.
Don’t miss this immersive celebration of Puerto Rican culture through music, movement, and history!
🔹 Instagram: @tamboresdelpuebloatx
🔹 Facebook: Tambores del Pueblo
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Batch - Craft Beer and Kolaches, 3220 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78723-5721, United States,Austin, Texas
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