We've just gone on sale with a show to bring a Brazilian thaw to a London January. Criolo, arguably the most exciting new voice in Brazil in recent years, just released his new album and its ripping up the interweb. Here is the title track.

Worth rushing to get tickets. More info here.

Metá Metá

+ DJ Lewis Robinson (Mais Um Discos)

Monday 1 December Cafe Oto

Less time to wait for other Brazilian big hitters Meta Meta whose Candomble Jazz had the Independent on Sunday putting the flags up early for album of the year. More info and some great tunes.

A week from today we will be announcing the first shows in our quinceanera edition of La Linea next April. Get those ballgowns ready - its going to be a big one.

Gilberto Santa Rosa

Sadly El Caballero de la Salsa cancelled all of his European tour dates more than a month ago, including the show scheduled for the Coronet tonight. Most ticket buyers have been refunded at point of purchase. If you do still hold a ticket then do claim your refund. More info.

Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club

The Adios show at the Royal Albert Hall on April 5 is selling very quickly. Buy now if you want to be there.

Book Here.

From our friends

World Circuit - the label that brought you Buena Vista Social Club - releases a re-mastered selection of the most irresistible recordings made by Abelardo Barroso with Orquesta Sensacion in Havana in the 1950s. The album, Cha Cha Cha, is out on Monday on CD, LP and Download. Available here, or on iTunes. Watch the video here or hear a couple of tracks from the album here.

Stefano Bollani and Hamilton de Holanda + Tomasz Stanko New York Quartet - Thursday 20 November Barbican

The double act of Brazilian Hamilton de Holanda – the Jimi Hendrix of the bandolim – and Italian pianist Stefano Bollani radiates irresistible enthusiasm and warmth, in a joyous repertoire of South American love songs and tangos. De Holanda’s mastery of Brazil’s 10-string mandolin is matched by the irrepressible joie-de-vivre of one of today’s most gifted pianists. More info.

Rhythmical Salsa Workshops Saturday 15th November

Rhythmical Salsa workshop by Elder Sanchez himself.

Elder is the Director of Salsateca and one of the founding fathers of London's salsa scene.

The Rytmical Salsa workshop will be about helping people to feel and dance to the beat of the music. Learn about the clave and the difference between the various salsa rhythms. Recognise the difference between rumba, son, cha cha cha and Salsa.

Understanding this will not only make you a better dancer, but will considerably increase your levels of happiness every single time you are listening to salsa music, improving your dancing and making it more fluent.

Please make sure you arrive ON time. The workshop will start at 7pm sharp!

Workshops from 7pm to 9:30pm.
Excellent Dance Floor.
Live percussionist.
You can bring your own drinks.
2:30 Hours Workshop + Party.

More info >>

MADRE RUMBA, The VIP Mega-Latin Party Saturday 29th November

MADRE RUMBA - 'El Nuevo Concepto'. Now every two months @ the amazing venue Revolution, Leadenhall.

The new VIP mega - Latin party in the heart of the City taking Latin culture to new levels, returns on Saturday 29th November. After the huge success of our two previous events, we're delighted to bring you another edition of this great party.

MADRE RUMBA will now be held every two months at the amazing new venue Revolution, Leadenhall with a 1,000 capacity, various rooms, colourful shows & an extensive drinks & cocktails list to feel like a true VIP, a late finish to party into the early hours of the morning and a central location in the heart of the City.

4 ARENAS TO PARTY & ENJOY THE LATIN WAY!

Classes 9.30pm to 10.30pm:

General Salsa with the Salsateca Team & Guests: Juan Soto, Melitta, Alain Felicite and Javier Bermeo
Bachata with Peynao & Sonia + Gabriel Bravo

Dance Shows from:

UNIKA DANCE CO (Samba Show)
FUERZA LATINA (Salsa Show)
THE SALSA CUBANA DANCE TROUPE
BACHATERO 10 STUDENTS' TEAM

ARENA 1: LATINO Cross Over - Ground Floor
DJs Urbano / Gilberto Zapata / DJ Will (Aculco Radio)

ARENA 2: SALSA - Basement Club Room with 2 Dance Floors.
DJs Johnny G / Erick 'the Saint'.

ARENA 3: VIP BACHATA - The Vault Room
DJs Peynao (The Latin Passion) / Urbano + Guests.

ARENA 4: CHILL OUT - The Mezzanine

TIMES & PRICE: 9pm to 4am / Entrance £10.

PLEASE NOTE:

STRICTLY OVER 18.
STRICTLY NO ID NO ENTRY (valid national ID, Passport or UK Drivng Licence).
Birthdays, Group Bookngs & VIP tables available.
Dress Code: Elegant & Smart/casual - No caps, no hoods, no sports wear allowed.
The management reserves the right of admission.

Event organised by:
OLA LATINA & SALSATECA

Media Sponsors:
ACULCO RADIO / DKD21 / EL MORNING SHOW

More info >>

New Year's Eve 2014 by the River Wednesday 31th December

Ola Latina & Salsateca present!

NEW YEAR'S EVE 2014 BY THE RIVER - WEDNESDAY 31st DECEMBER with 2 Party Rooms: Salsa Room & Bachata Room + Buffet
Entrance on the side on Battle Bridge Lane, London SE1.

Come and join us to say goodbye to 2014 and welcome the New Year 'the Latin way' in true style, with the sounds of Salsa and Bachata in a stunning location by the River Thames, in this elegant and exclusive venue in Hay's Galleria next to London Bridge, boasting two gorgeous rooms that will be taken over by our DJs all night long + a delicious buffet that will be served early before the countdown to the New Year.

2 PARTY ROOMS ALL NIGHT LONG

Salsa Room: DJs Johnny G & Mr Bilongo.
Bachata Room: DJ Urbano & DJ Peynao 'Bachatero 10'.
Dance Show: Juan & Melitta (2014 UK BachataStars Champions)

An exquisite delicious Buffet - 2 servings: 11pm & 1am

Dress Code: Elegant - No trainers, hats or caps
Strictly over 18 event
Times: 9pm till 4am
Prices: £30 in Advance
Limited Number of Tickets Available, Advance Booking highly recommended!!

BUY TICKETS ONLINE FROM:

EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/latin-new-years-eve-2014-by-the-river-tickets-14080578389
OR DIRECTLY FROM SALSATECA & OLA LATINA.

Venue: Balls Brothers Hay's Galleria, Tooley St, London SE1 2HD

More info >>

November & December Events

Last classes of the year. Check it out!

Cuban Salsa & BachataEvery Tuesday

Every Tuesday Bachata and Cuban Salsa Lessons for all levels!

Join Juan Soto (2x Spain Salsa Champion), Javier Bermeo, Julian "The Duke", and Master Elder Sanchez in our Cuban night.
Free Social dance after the classes until late!

More info >>

Salsa & BachataEvery Wednesday

Our Wednesdays that feel like Weekend!

Now Salsateca offers you more! Join us at the amazing Amber Bar in Moorgate in 2 different ambient every Wednesday:
Salsa Room + Exclusive Bachata Room for classes and Social Dance!

More info >>

ANY DRINKS, FOOD OR WATER FROM OUTSIDE ARE NOT ALLOWED

at Amber Bar*, or any of the Bars and Clubs where we run our lessons and parties.

Salsateca Dance School aims to bring Latin culture to London since 1992, organizing lessons and Latin nights in nice venues where you can socialize and have a nice drink while you learn how to dance.

Please remember is all about the music, dance, meet people, have a drink and a great time. In the same way that you wouldn't bring your own sandwich or water to the table of a restaurant respect the venue rules and keep etiquette.

*At Amber Bar they have FREE ice tub water available on the top of the bar all night, and they sell mineral water and other soft drinks, beers, spirits and nice cocktails all night. They have happy hour until 8pm