| Description | Price |
| 45 minute performance with 7 piece band withon 5 minutes from Bridgepprt, CT- you provide the equipment | $900 (USD) |
| Two 45-minute sets - with 9 musicians - you provide the equipment - within 10 miles from Bridgeport, Connecticut | $1200 (USD) |
AFINKE (pronounced ah-‘fin-keh and correctly spelled “afinque”) is a traditional Spanish slang term used amongst percussionist and musicians in general to denote a group who plays together as a team (‘nsync). Our 8-piece musical group is comprised of seasoned musicians, who after touring with many notables, decided to come together to share their talents of entertaining audiences and educating them about our Latin musical genre. In addition, we wanted to reach our youth and teach them about our cultural heritage through our music. Our band is highlighted not only for our musicality but also for our showmanship.
Throughout our band’s lifespan, we have had the pleasure of performing in many forums. Some of these include universities, public schools, festivals and even cruises. We have been one of the highlight bands at several large events such as the International Festival of Arts and Ideas in New Haven, Norwalk Oyster Festival, Celebrate! West Harford and Queens College Summer Festival Series to name a few. Our diverse repertoire includes styles typical to many Latin American countries including: Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Boleros, Plena, Latin jazz, among others. Our repertoire consists of well-known songs as well as original compositions orchestrated specifically for our ensemble.
Orquesta Afinke is led by trombonist Tito Planas and percussionist Samuel Diaz Jr., two educators who have had the pleasure to share the stage with many well known artists such as Frankie Negron, Tony Vega, Choco Orta, Charlie Cruz, Kevin Ceballo, Raulin Rosendo, Hermanos Moreno amongst other greats of the Latin musical field. Many of our members have recorded with many notables in the Latin and Jazz world. We are currently working on our first CD, which should be released soon.
Prepare to be amused and get ready to dance, because here comes Orquesta Afinke…
= free travel (up to 35 miles)
Please contact us for specific song list
Our 9-Piece band requires- 3 vocal mics (sm58 or alike), 3 instrument mics (sm57), 7 percussion mics (2 for congs, 3 for timbales and 2 for bongos), patch the piano and bass. 4 monitors
Please feel free to request a stage platform for our band.
Please indicate if you require COI (Certificate of Insurance.) This is not included in price.
We do not provide lighting. We may include the sound for an additional price.
We can provide Apple music services before or after our sets
We have performed at the International Festival of Arts and Ideas as well as many college campuses in the tri-state area.
We love performing for people who love great music. Our musicians are not only great at playing but also amazing performers.
We have been performing together since 2009
Hector LaVoe, Sonora Carruseles, El Gran Combo, Willie Colon, Marc Anthony
We normally arrive 1 hour prior to performance. Well normally perform 2 x 45 minutes or 2 x 69 minute sets. We are happy to arrange this as needed.
We’re happy to play outside but we ask for shade, coverage from the elements, a flat level surface and a power supply close to the performance area.
Please contact us if any specific song is needed. We would be happy to arrange and learn this. Please allow us at least a 2 month lead if you require this
Previous customers would describe us as a high energy group that loves to get the audience on their feet dancing.
international Festival of Arts and Ideas
Puerto Rican Parade of Fairfield County
Salsa at the Beach
Klein Memorial Auditorium
Fairfield University
Queen College / NYC Parks
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