Spotlight Performers

Cuarteto Guataca

Josh Levine’s Cuarteto Guataca is one of the most indemand Salsa groups in the NYC area. It features the likes of Maria Raquel and Jainardo Batista on vocals, and Itai Kriss on flute. Guataca is a dynamic and energetic group, specializing in Salsa, Cuban Son, Bolero, and Cha.

Living in NYC has allowed me to continue a rich musical education as I learn on the job in multiple genres.

Years with The Cotton Club All-Stars inculcated me into playing swing for dancers.

I learned to play Cuban son from José Luis Martínez, one of the founding members of Cuba’s iconic Los Van Van.

- JOSH LEVINE