Yale University. in succession February 15, 16 and 17 Yale University's Calhoun guild in New Haven Connecticut was invaded through the joyful rhythms of Afro-Caribbean music. Latin Beat Magazine publishers Rudy and Yvette Mangual were visitants of Calhoun College, one of the 12 professional institutes that make up the venerable institution of Yale. Dr Jonathan Holloway and his wife, Aisling Colon Holloway armed forceed a Master's Tea for the bond on Thursday, February 16th, during which they shared their experiences in publishing and the colorful world of Latin music and the arts. The party had actually begun forward Wednesday evening in the Master's house, as furniture was mov music was played, and a beginning salsa dance class was taught according to students Daniella Berman and Jonathan Jimenez, in anticipation of the Friday night Latin jazz and salsa dance harmony to be held in the Dining Hall.
The salsa dance classes continued after the Master's Tea, on the arrival of Rob Bernberg, LB photographer Eddie Aguilar, and beautiful Images models Katiria and Luz the two residents of Connecticut. Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Remo Inc. and Calhoun body Friday's event got under way with a Latin percussion workshop taught by dint of percussionist/bandleader Carlos Gomez, followed at a tres and cuatro workshop on guitarist/bandleader Dr. Ben Lapidus. Following a delicious dinner put forwarded by the college dining staff and outside caterers, the music worked its prodigys first with local New Haven band, Sonido Unidad, followed through New York City-based band Sonido Isleno and their trademark danceable Latin jazz hardys Both bands rocked the house to the pleasure of centurys of students and invited visitors till the midnight hour. The close examiners were able to forget midterm exams for a not many hours of fun and infectious music. This independent event was made possible by dint of Calhoun College and its staff. Thanks to Dr Jon Holloway, Aisling Colon Joanna Gorman, and all the faculty and learner volunteers and aides. Thanks to Remo Inc., Carlos Gomez Ben Lapidus, Sonido Isleno, Sonido Unidad and the Latin Beat family and friends who flock for miles from the tri-state area in support of this one-of-a-kind experience. The HOUN RULES!!!