100 Cajoneros at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, showcasing the vibrancy and community of Peruvian dance:

Experience the heartbeat of Peruvian culture through PAPALCA’s unforgettable performance, inspired by the iconic 100 Cajoneros, an ensemble of Peruvian percussionists who energized the 2015 Smithsonian Folklife Festival with rhythm, passion, and community m.youtube.com+2learninglab.si.edu+2youtube.com+2.

🎶 Why This Matters to PAPALCA

• Cultural Pride in Action: Just like the Cajoneros, PAPALCA unites communities through live music and dance, celebrating Peruvian heritage on major U.S. stages.

• Dynamic Percussion Meets Dance: Our ensembles of cajón players and Marinera dancers bring energy and authenticity—creating performances that are as lively as they are meaningful.

• Bringing Peru to the D.C. Metro Area: We’re proud to participate in cultural festivals, educational events, and community gatherings, sharing the spirit of Peru through every beat and step.

📷 How We Incorporate This on Stage & in Class

• Cajón Ensembles: Inspired by the Smithsonian performance, our students learn traditional cajón rhythms and perform as a unified group.

• Marinera Fusion: Combining the graceful handkerchief dance of Marinera with live percussion adds excitement and communal energy.

• Community Connection: Like the 100 Cajoneros’ ensemble, PAPALCA fosters collaboration—uniting dancers, musicians, families, and audiences.

🎤 Bring the Experience to Your Next Event

Invite PAPALCA to your cultural festival, school assembly, or family celebration. Our high-energy performances—complete with Marinera dancers and cajón rhythms—create unforgettable, educational, and joyous experiences.

Call us at 240 839 8803 Elsa Safora & Victor Ruiz at 240 821 4583

🎥 Watch & Be Inspired

We aim to capture the same sense of cultural unity and musical celebration demonstrated by the 100 Cajoneros. Connect with us to see upcoming appearances or to bring this energy to your event.