''Musicality for Salsa dancers" by Joaquín Artega, Tromboranga
A valuable workshop led by Joaquín Arteaga, leader of the salsa band Tromboranga!
Structure, instruments, and musical genres of a salsa song :
We will discuss the parts of a song, changes in rhythm and percussion sounds, and the different styles used within a piece, such as Puerto Rican Bomba, Guaguancó, Pachanga, and more.
Sunday, September 21st, 2025 14:20 - 15:50
TIEMPO HALL
3F Daimyo11511 Bldg., 1-15-11 Daimyo, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka (Google Maps)
Fee : 3,000 yen
Set discount with dance workshop: ¥ 5,500¥ 4,000 (¥1,500 off)
Instructor
Joaquín Artega
Joaquín Arteaga is a Venezuelan percussionist, composer, and producer, internationally recognized as the founder and leader of the acclaimed salsa dura band Tromboranga. Born and raised in Caracas, he developed a passion for Afro-Caribbean percussion early on and honed his skills at prestigious music schools in Venezuela and Europe.
His music deeply roots in traditional Afro-Cuban genres such as salsa, guaguancó, son, and rumba, while blending them with a powerful, modern style. As a key figure in the independent salsa scene, his work captivates listeners with rich trombone and percussion sounds, complemented by socially conscious and humorous lyrics.
Arteaga’s approach rejects commercial compromises, embodying “soulful salsa.” A versatile musician, he expertly plays timbales, congas, bongos, and more, while also serving as a scholar who honors salsa’s history and pioneers.
Beyond performing, he passionately educates, leading workshops and masterclasses worldwide. He has developed a unique curriculum designed to help dancers better understand and enjoy salsa music. His efforts continue to challenge and shape the essence and future of contemporary salsa.
''Cuban So" by Balodia Rodriguez from Cuba
Balodia Rodríguez, one of the most important dancers in the world in the field of Afro-Cuban dance, will be holding a Cuban son workshop.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the Cuban rhythm!
Sunday, September 21st, 2025 13:00 - 14:00
TIEMPO HALL
3F Daimyo11511 Bldg., 1-15-11 Daimyo, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka (Google Maps)
Fee : 3,000 yen
Set discount with "Musicality" workshop: ¥ 5,500¥ 4,000 (¥1,500 off)
Instructor
Balodia Rodriguez
He is the one of the most important representatives of the Afro dance in the world. He has danced for 21 years in the national folklore of Cuba, becoming first dancer from the year 2005. He has not only danced in the best stages of the world, but also given his knowledge to the professionals who dance today, teacher of teachers.
He is a percussionist and multifunctional dancer, not only dances Afro Cuban, manages all Cuban popular rhythms. He knows the history of the dances, including in his classes or his dances the history of the Black Dance, in the other word, He is the living culture of Cuba.
''Salsa Fusion Shines On 1" by Cheli desde Taiwán
Cheli, a leading salsa fusion dancer from Taiwan and one of Asia’s top talents, is coming to Japan!
In this workshop, she brings a fresh expressive dimension to On1 shines, blending Afro-Cuban, street, and contemporary dance in her unique style.
Recommended for intermediate and advanced dancers looking to expand their expression.
Sunday, September 21st, 2025 13:00 - 14:00
TIEMPO HALL
3F Daimyo11511 Bldg., 1-15-11 Daimyo, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka (Google Maps)
Fee : 3,000 yen
Set discount with "Musicality" workshop: ¥ 5,500¥ 4,000 (¥1,500 off)
Instructor
Cheli Latinesa
Cheli Latinesa is an international salsa dancer, choreographer, and instructor from Taiwan. With over 25 years of dance training across Asia, Europe, and Latin America, she blends Afro-Cuban, Salsa On1 and On2, street, and contemporary styles into a rich, expressive Latin dance language.
She is the founder of Latinesa Studio and the creator of Andaya Latin Festival—Asia’s first LGBTQ-friendly Latin dance event. Trained as a Latin pianist under a Cuban maestro, Cheli combines music and movement to create immersive, culturally rooted performances.
She is one of the few Asian dancers to represent salsa fusion in Spain and has competed in both Spain and Italy. A boundary-pushing artist on the international stage, she is the Asia Dance League winner and Salsa Solo 2nd place champion at the Busan International Latin Cup.
[ Payment method ]
Bank transfer / Cash payment at the organizer's office, NPO Tiempo.
[ Cancellation Policy ]
Cancellations made before September 18, 2025: no charge.
Cancellations made between September 19 and 20, 2025: 50% of the workshop fee will be charged as a cancellation fee.
Cancellations on the day of the workshop: 100% of the workshop fee will be charged as a cancellation fee.
[ Application / More information ]
NPO Tiempo Iberoamericano
092-762-4100
isla@tiempo.jp