Artist bio: Misa de los Cafetales is the collaborative vision of Fabiola Méndez Quiñones, a skilled cuatrista and composer, and Guarionex Morales Matos, co-director and composer. The project emphasizes a deep respect for traditional Puerto Rican forms while exploring contemporary orchestral textures. Their work follows the acclaimed Cantos de libertad (2022) and Flora Campesina (2024), marking a continued commitment to culturally resonant storytelling through music.
Discography highlights: While primary releases center on live performances and collaborative works, listeners can explore the fusion approach across Méndez Quiñones’ and Morales Matos’ related ensembles, including arrangements featuring traditional instruments such as cuatro, guitarra, tiple, bordonúa, güiro, and bongó. This collaboration has earned attention for blending seises, vals, guaracha, and aguinaldo into a cohesive orchestral narrative.
Upcoming tour info: The premiere at Teatro UPR San Juan on May 8, 2025, 7:30 PM, features the Orfeón San Juan Bautista (42 voices) with a trovadores trio, supported by production partners including Orfeón and UPR Theatre. For future dates and regional stops, check the links below and our event calendar for latest venue and date announcements.
Social and official channels: For the latest updates, follow the artists and organizations: - Fabiola Méndez Quiñones: Facebook, X, Official Site - Guarionex Morales Matos: Instagram, Official Site - Orfeón San Juan Bautista: Official Site, Facebook - Teatro de la Universidad de Puerto Rico: Official Site, X