Tilles Center Presents:  Latinas: Women of Lain America

            The music label Putumayo World Music celebrates the diverse and exciting music of Latin American women with the collection Latinas: Women of Latin America, their latest CD, which was recently presented at Long Island University’s Tilles Center for the Performing Arts located at the CW Post Campus in Brookville.  Putumayo was established in 1993 to introduce people to the music of different cultures.  It is primarily known for its upbeat and melodic compilations of great international music that are “guaranteed to make you feel good.”

            Latinas features well-known artists like Colombia’s AfroPop queen, Totó La Momposina, as well as recent discoveries such as Belô Velloso, the Niece of two of Brazil’s most popular musicians, Caetano Velloso and Maria Bethania.  Many of the tracks on Latinas have never been widely released until now.

            While their songs reflect many different styles and histories they share a connection to local traditions.  They all reflect the blend of European, and African and Native American cultures that are at the heart of Latin American music.  Their voices carry a positive message inspired by the past and the present that echoes across the generations.

            The CD Latinas was just released and can now be ordered by going to www.putumayo.com.  The Tilles Center will be presenting two more events of Hispanic interest: Tango Pasión is set for next March 6^th and the Teatro Lirico D’Europa’s Carmen, March 11^th.  So mark your 2005 calendars.  To learn more about the Tilles Center, call 516-299-3100 or visit www.TillesCenter.org.