El Carretero | Giovanni Hidalgo & Friends | Playing For Change | Live Outside
Let’s take a trip to the beautiful island of Puerto Rico...
Enjoy legendary percussionists including Giovanni Hidalgo and his father Mañengue Hidalgo along with their friends, performing Buena Vista Social Club’s “El Carretero“ live outside in Puerto Rico. Turn it up and feel the love!
Be sure to tune into “Peace Through Music: A Global Event for the Environment“ on December 15th to see these musicians along with artists from over 35 countries. Learn more at
Featuring:
Christian Nieves: Cuatro
Edgardo “KAKO” Maldonado: Guiro
Giovanni Hidalgo: Congas
Mañengue Hidalgo: Congas
Millo Torres: Acoustic guitar
Modesto Nieves: Acoustic guitar
Raul Maldonado: Bongos
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