Kowy from Ecuador sings his song, "Ella" [She] for Yabla, accompanied by his guitar. Have fun listening!

This first edition of Sonido Babel [Babel Sound] is devoted to one of the most famous Latin American musical genres: cumbia. Originally from Colombia, its rhythm and infectious energy can now be found on every corner of the earth.

Let's get to know Gato Amantu Cabascango Garzon, a world-renowned violin maker who resides in Otavalo, Ecuador.

Antonio shares with us some fascinating facts about rumba, a popular Cuban rhythm, from its African roots to its influence on other musical genres.

Spanish singer-songwriter Luis Guitarra performs for us one of his favorite songs, "Todo es de todos" [Everything Belongs to Everyone]. Guitarra composed the song decades ago as part of an international campaign that called for foreign debt cancellation for impoverished countries.

This time, Jacky teaches us another beautiful Christmas carol, "Noche Paz" [Night of Peace], to the tune of "Silent Night."

Let's sing a Spanish version of "Jingle Bells" with Jacky!

In this episode of his series on Andean music, Michael shares with us some interesting facts about the guitar's origins and evolution.

Michael Guajan surprises us with yet another Andean instrument, in this case, the quena. Michael tells us about its origin, its different varieties, and its use in both Andean and world music.

Spanish singer-songwriter Luis Guitarra teaches us to play his song "Todo es de todos" [Everything Belongs to Everyone] on the guitar. If you want to see how this song sounds live, enjoy a performance here.

Luis Guitarra shares with us "Llegaste tú" [You Arrived], a song he wrote for his daughter some years ago to instill in her the need to, in spite of life's hardships, appreciate all the good things it brings us each day.

Let's discover yet another upbeat Colombian musical genre with Antonio, porro, by listening to its melody and witnessing how it is danced.

Spanish singer-songwriter Luis Guitarra tells us about his musical beginnings as well as the artists who have most influenced his manner of composing and writing music.

Luis Guitarra performs for us one his original songs, inspired by not only his formal training at the Music Conservatory of Madrid, but also by his three most important musical influences: Joaquín Sabina, Silvio Rodríguez, and the group Los Secretos [The Secrets].

Although Luis Guitarra's favorite musical instrument is the guitar, he has a passion for and knowledge about many others, which he is happy to share.