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Saturday, April 2, 2011 | 10am

Gary and Laura Maurer Concert Hall :: 4544 N Lincoln Ave.

Let's Fandango!

An Old Town School Playdate

$5 General Public/Free to Old Town School Household of Note Members and above

BOX OFFICE: 773.728.6000

Explore the music of Veracruz, México, the birthplace of an old yet vibrant tradition of jarocho music -- a mixture of Spanish, African and indigenous influences. The music will capture your heart and your dancing feet. Jarocho is the celebration of music, dance, and lyrical poetry. Joining educator and musician, Raul Fernandez, will be a group of young musicians, ages 6-21 from the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago -- the Jarochicanos. Discover amazing stringed and percussion instruments such as the jarana, leona, marimbol and cajón and find out just what sound a donkey jaw makes! Grownups and kids will be able to try out these special instruments unique to Veracruz. Come feel the deep and joyful rhythm of zapateado dance and the fandango. You can wear shoes with a harder sole or tap so you too can make the beat with your feet!

Play Date at Old Town, a special interactive musical workshop series for young families, will take place in the concert hall at 4544 Lincoln. Tickets will be $5 per person 6 months and older and FREE for household members of note. Tickets can only be purchased in person and by phone.