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Here is a sample of some of the exciting entertainment
that will participate in the 2008 WHF:
Miho & Diego
Duo and guests: Playing a brand of music that
is truly their own and not easily categorized, the Duo’s
repertoire covers an amazingly wide range of styles with an
innovative approach. They play from an extensive catalog of
Andean, traditional South American folk, Brazilian, Japanese,
jazz and Latin jazz compositions, as well as original compositions.
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| Ballet Folklorico "SOL AZTECA": A
group of great dancers from Oregon performing a variety of native
dances form different regions of Mexico. |
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| Mexico en la Piel: a
group that is committed to sharing one of the most colorful traditions
of our neighboring country, the ballet folklorico Mexicano! Through
its colorful customs and energetic dances, this group will bring
you a taste of Mexico! |
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| Zumba
Works: Sherina, Rica, Brenda, Bev, Nancy and Tina
will provide a 30 minute Zumba Basics Workshop, easy to follow
fitness activity, to introduce basic steps for Salsa, Merengue
and Cumbia. |
| Yahir Pulido: From
State of Vera Cruz, Mexico. A new star in the artistic world, with
songs that will move you and a rhythm & style that marks the
difference. |
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| Quichua
Mashis: Playing traditional and current Music From
The Andes Mountains in Europe, South America, Japan, Canada and
the United States. The members are Quichua Indians from northern
Ecuador. The music they share has been passed down through the
generations from the Grandfathers. Musical education in their
homes begins as soon as they can hold an instrument, around age
five. Many of the instruments are handmade in traditional ways
with native materials; bamboo, sheep hooves, goat skins and armadillo
shells. If the instruments are not captivating enough their sound
will surely entrance you. |
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| SurLLajta /Soor’ –Yah –Tah/
is the newest Andean musical ensemble in the Pacific Northwest; an
ethnic revelation of professional level. |
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Alejandro
Rugarcia: Originally from the Federal District of the
Mexican Republic. With a voice that captivates and warms the
heart, Alejandro interprets many unpublished songs from his family.
La voz que cautiva y alegra
los corazones Alejandro Rugarcia interprete
de la canción bravía y exponente de muchos temas
inéditos de su familia, procedente del Distrito Federal
República Mexicana solo viéndolo y escuchándole
puede describir a La VOZ ALEJANDRO RUGARCIA…….. |
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Jose
Luis and his group Ilusión Norteña: Has
a style that is 100% Northern. On their last CD they demonstrated
that their group attracts a large audience. Ilusión Norteña
is “The Law” when it comes to accordion music.
Jose Luis Barragán
y su grupo Ilusión Norteña es un grupo
con un estilo 100% norteño y en sus últimos CDs
nos demuestran porque es un grupo taquillero. Ilusión
Norteña es “La Ley” en cuanto a música
de acordeón se trata. |
Rubén
Ramos "EL Niño": From the state of
Sinaloa, Mexico. In his 15 year career he can be identified by
his country style, because of this, he named his last album 100%
Sierreño.
Rubén Ramos "EL
Niño" en sus 15 años de carrera
artística se a identificado por su estilo campirano,
Rubén procedente del estado de Sinaloa le canta al pueblo
con el estilo de su estado natal de donde sobresale la música
de banda y el estilo sierreño, así es como nombra
su ultima grabación discográfica 100% Sierreño. |
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Juventud
De La Sierra: A great group with a lot of dynamics from
the state of Oaxaca, Mexico. This is a group that has a versatile
musical repertoire with Cumbia, Rancheras, Corridos and Duranguense
rhythms, to mention a few.
Juventud De La Sierra,
súper grupaso con mucha dinámica, todos del Estado
de Oaxaca, es un grupo que cuenta con un repertorio musical versátil
con ritmos tal como Cumbias, Rancheras, Corridos y Duranguense
por mencionar algunos. |
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Adán
Leyva: Originally from Michoacan, Mexico, discovered
a taste for music early in life. Two of his songs “Se
te olvida” and “Diosito Santo” is considered
by his followers the definition of Adán Leyva.
Adán
Leyva, Romántico, originalmente de Michoacán,
México a temprana edad descubrió el gusto por
la música. Dos de sus temas "Se te olvida" y “Diosito
Santo” es considerado por sus seguidores y representantes
la carta de presentación de Adán Leyva. |
Nestor
y Sus Amigos: Emerged in 2003 and in 2006 they
recorded their first CD. They are a group that is adapting
to what the people like now. Such as, Tierra Caliente, Duranguense,
a little accordion music and Sierreña music.
Nestor
y Sus Amigos: surge
en el año de 2003 y en el 2006 graban su primer CD
Ellos son una organización grupera que se esta adaptando
a lo que la gente le gusta en la actualidad como lo es la
música de Tierra Caliente, Duranguense, un poco de
acordeón y música Sierreña. |
Los
Karnales: Causing sensations in their presentations.
They play Mexican regional music and in their very own unique
style.
Los Karnales: Causando
sensación en sus presentaciones ellos tocan la música
regional Mexicana con estilo propio de los Karnales. |
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Other
Dancing Groups:
Gemini (Salsa)
Johnny
Bravo and Company (Salsa)
E. Mayimbe (Salsa)
Adrenaline (GEMINI team
group) |
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Events & activities will also include:
Pony Rides and Bounce Houses.
The Rock Climbing Wall is back.
The U.S. Army will be present with a
basketball and football shoot.
Centralia Fire Department will
give away
FREE prizes and will have a medic unit and fire trucks on site,
and information in Spanish/English.
Lewis County Sheriff's Office will provide a FREE
sophisticated Child/At risk Adult Identification program called WA
CHIP. It includes:
a DVD recording of the child/at risk adult, DNA sample, dental impressions,
and fingerprints. All this is the property of the parent/guardian,
only
a permission slip is on file. Also, they featured a "Seat Belt
Convincer" --a machine ride that simulates a low speed impact
while being belted in.
Remote coverage will be provided by:

 If you'd
like to participate at the Hispanic Festival by performing music, dance,
or other Hispanic cultural entertainment, or if your organization would
like to present a workshop or other activity, please click
here to contact us!
Click below to see live video of some of the 2007 WHF Performances:
Merenge
Performance - GuaguanRumbaCo
Bachata
Performance - GuaguanRumbaCo
Mexican
Folkloric Dance - Kids
Mexican
Folkloric Dance 1 - Sol Azteca
Mexican
Folkloric Dance 2 - Sol Azteca
Brazilian
Music & Dance - Show Brazil
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