Va por Veracuz and Cantando por Mexico in Vancouver

Excellent Latin American local musicians, delicious Mexican food and a great multicultural attendance with a big Canadian heart were the wonderful setting of " Va por Veracruz" fundraising concert held at "Doña Cata" Mexican and Taquería Restaurant, last Saturday evening October 9th in Vancouver.

A lovely warm evening surrounded by friendship and great performances by Latin American musicians based in Vancouver, where The Philippines was also represented by Jose, the great guitar player of Sangre Morena duet.

Local Musicians who performed at this event included:

• Sangre Morena: Romance, passion and lively rhythms. Sangre Morena is a musical duo that performs music from Mexico, Latin America and Spain. We bring the most beloved Spanish-language songs to life with beautiful, passionate singing and the fiery sounds of the Flamenco Guitar. Sangre Morena website

• Pablo Oyarzo: Being exposed to his latin roots and culture by way of his family and friends, Pablo's love for music became deeper and more profound. Pablo Oyarzo MySpace.

• Joaquin Ernesto : Co-op Radio show host and musician.Flamenco and Romantic Tango producer and host.
• Oliver Santa Maria

• La Gitana
• Rene Hugo y sus amigos: Influences - South American folk music traditions, flamenco, jazz... Rene Hugo y sus amigos MySpace.

• Café con Leche: focuses on the latin romantic music such as boleros, ballads and other mexican songs. Café con Leche website
• Rolo Preza: Rumba Calzada Vocalist and percussionist.

A big thanks to Doña Cata Mexican Restaurant and their staff for letting use their premises and help to held this concert.

"Hurricane Relief Mexico 2010" organizers want also to thank the following restaurants where you can find collection jars till the end of October:

Dona Cata Mexican Restaurant and Taqueria

5076 Victoria DriveVancouver, B.C.

604-436-2232

donacata.com

Calli Restaurante Mexicano

1102 Davie St.Vancouver, B.C.

604-633-9950

Callirestaurant.com

The Sunset GrilL Neighbourhood Pub & Restaurant

2204 York Ave.Vancouver, B.C.

604-732-3733

sunsetgrillvancouverbc.com

The Burritos Bros.

2209 West 1^st Ave. at Yew

Vancouver, B.C.

604-737-8222

burritobros.ca

Following Events:

Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy another great evening next Saturday October 16th and Friday October 22nd:

Event: Cantando por México/Singing for Mexico:"Share with us an appointment with the Angels, a night full of songs of the soul and solidarity in favor of our brothers affected by tropical storms in Chiapas, Tabasco, Veracruz and Oaxaca."

Where: El Barrio Restaurant Latino .

Date: Saturday, October 16

Time: 7 PM / ENTRY BY DONATION.

call for reservations: 604-569-2220

Performers include: Joaquín Ernesto, Sangre Morena, Michelle Cormier and Sonia Mejía.

Event: Gypsy Theory. A night of instrumental and accoustic music from all gendres! . Read more at MySpace

Where: Café Montmartre, 4362 Main St., Vancouver

Date: Friday, October 22th

Time: 8:00 PM

Events organized by Casa Meshiko Vancouver ( Hurricane Relief Mexico 2010 ) and volunteers (artists and media Latino Soy 96.1 FM , 102.7 FM Co-op Radio, Acento Latino TV, CJSF Radio

).Proceeds will be donated to Cáritas México charitable organisation. If you need more information, want to participate as a volunteer or make a donation please contact Javier Romero at Casa Meshiko Vancouver phone 604-278-8108..