Join me, Marysol Cerdeira Rodriguez on the air at WFDU 89.1fm “Que Viva La Musica” listen online at wfdu.fm from 1-6pm ET with new and classic salsa, charanga, instrumental and more! Continuing the rich legacy of the great Vicki Solá!

We paid musical homage to the magnificent arranger, composer, trumpeter and producer Marty Sheller today on Que Viva La Musica upon receiving the news of his passing. Let us remember and celebrate him!!

He, along with the legends and veterans of our music will live on as long as we speak their names and play their music. We will remember you maestro! #martysheller

Tune in to Que Viva La Musica WFDU 89.1FM or on wfdu.fm Saturday 9/10/2022 1pm-6pm! Continuing the Legacy of The Queen of Latin Radio, Vicki Solá, with the Quad Squad, DJ Marysol N C Rodríguez, DJ Jose Calderon, DJ King Louie, Louis Vazquez! Playing The BEST in Brand New & Classic Salsa, & maybe an Exclusive or two!

We are extremely excited to speak to José Alberto "El Canario", renowned salsa singer from Villa Consuelo, Dominican Republic. José Alberto has successfully been a solo artist inspired by his rich Dominican culture after singing with several orchestras, specifically receiving international attention as the singer of Típica 73 in October 1977. He will discuss reaching a milestone in his career as well as his participation featured in the 2022 New York International Salsa Congress. For information, tickets and hotel specifics, you can visit online at www.newyorksalsacongress.com.

The family of QVLM is honored to receive El Maestro Mr. Eddie Palmieri, Grammy Award-winning pianist, bandleader, musician, and composer of Puerto Rican ancestry. He is the founder of the bands La Perfecta, La Perfecta II, and Harlem River Drive. We will discuss his upcoming presentation at Lehman Center for the Performing Arts with special guests and select points of his trajectory. For tickets and more information visit https://www.lehmancenter.org/events/eddie-palmieri .

TUNE IN this Saturday, September 3rd, from 1-6 PM to Que Viva La Musica WFDU 89.1 Radio Station with the Quad Squad. Listen ONLINE at wfdu.fm for new and classic Salsa and more!

We're winding down from our summer days to the official month of the fall season with children commencing their new school year. Let's enjoy this Labor Day weekend with mentioning a few of the many activities taking place.

The family of QVLM is honored to receive El Maestro Mr. Eddie Palmieri, Grammy Award-winning pianist, bandleader, musician, and composer of Puerto Rican ancestry. He is the founder of the bands La Perfecta, La Perfecta II, and Harlem River Drive. We will discuss his upcoming presentation at Lehman Center for the Performing Arts with special guests and select points of his trajectory. For tickets and more information visit https://www.lehmancenter.org/events/eddie-palmieri .

We are extremely excited to speak to José Alberto "El Canario", renowned salsa singer from Villa Consuelo, Dominican Republic. José Alberto has successfully been a solo artist inspired by his rich Dominican culture after singing with several orchestras, specifically receiving international attention as the singer of Típica 73 in October 1977. He will discuss reaching a milestone in his career as well as his participation featured in the 2022 New York International Salsa Congress. For information, tickets and hotel specifics, you can visit online at www.newyorksalsacongress.com

Please remember the participation of Manuel Rivera of SON DEL MONTE and their upcoming live performance on Sunday, September 4, 2022, in the 2022 NYISC Old Skool Room, a matinee dance event dedicated to our classic salsa dancing community. For tickets and more info, visit: nyisc2022oldskoolroom.eventbrite.com

We will interview the multi-talented Yale researcher Freddy Ramirez on his important work revealing the benefits of dance and brain health!! Freddy will hold a wellness panel presentation "“Dancing Salsa Improves Brain Health” on Sunday, Sept 4th, 11:00am at the New York International Salsa Congress located in the New York Marriott Marquis, Soho Complex, 7th floor.

Later in the program we welcomed back musician and bandleader Manny Rivera of Son Del Monte on their upcoming live performance on Sunday, September 4, 2022, in the Old Skool Room, a matinee dance event dedicated to our classic salsa dancing community. For tickets and more info, visit: nyisc2022oldskoolroom.eventbrite.com

TUNE IN from 1-6 PM TODAY to Que Viva La Música #WFDU 89.1 FM with the Quad Squad. Listen ONLINE at wfdu.fm.

This week we welcomed Freddy Ramirez -- executive President and Co-Founder of the Brain Peace Science Foundation on his important work linking the benefits of dance and cognitive health and his upcoming workshop presentation at the New York International Salsa Congress. More information, tickets and hotel specifics are available online at www.newyorksalsacongress.com

Later in the program we welcomed back musician and bandleader Manny Rivera of Son Del Monte on their upcoming live performance on Sunday, September 4, 2022, in the Old Skool Room, a matinee dance event dedicated to our classic salsa dancing community. For tickets and more info, visit: nyisc2022oldskoolroom.eventbrite.com

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JUST ANNOUNCED!

Circle 9 Presents: Johnny Rodriguez’ “Dream Team” Gala at SOB's

August 26th, 6p

An all-star fundraising concert to record the legacy of John "Dandy Rodriguez. Secure your $20 tickets now, link in comments.

Special Guest DJ: DJ Henry Knowles

Hosted by Jose Calderon of WFDU

Tickets $20

VIP Meet and Greet Tickets Available

VIP Table Seating Available

Confirmed Artists to Appear:

Nelson Gonzalez, trés guitar

Pete Nater Music, trumpet

Doug Beavers Music, trombone

Ali Bello, violin

David Santiago Jr., flute

Arturo Ortiz, piano

Jerry Madera, bass

George Delgado, congas

Johnny "Dandy" Rodriguez, bongos

Jimmy Delgado, timbales

Fernando Pinto, vocals

With Special Guests:

Jeremy Bosch, vocals & flute

Karen Joseph, flute

More special guests TBA!

$20 General Admission$25 VIP Table Seating Available – limited to 60 guests$35 VIP “Meet and Greet the Artists” Tickets availableDonate now to support the brand-new recording of John "Dandy" Rodriguez: https://bit.ly/donatetoC9

Tune in to Que Viva La Musica, WFDU 89.1 FM or on wfdu.fm Saturday Aug. 20th 2022 1pm-6pm with The Quad Squad! Continuing the Legacy of The Queen Of Latin Radio, Vicki Solá, with DJ Marysol N C Rodríguez, DJ Jose Calderon, DJ King Louie,Louis Vazquez!! We’ll be interviewing Singer Nino Segarra via phone from Puerto Rico, & Jose Calderon will be bringing in musician Doug Beavers for an interview!