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Orquesta Borinquen

New cd "El Trombonista" now available!

About Me

The powerful latin sounds of Orquesta Borinquen have become one of the top choices for salsa in the San Francisco Bay Area. As one of the busiest salsa bands in the Bay Area, Borinquen consists of carefully picked musicians to make the perfect band for people who love to dance to powerful, energetic salsa. Orquesta Borinquen keeps you on your feet! The incredible sound and highly energetic personality of Borinquen is matched only by our stage presence. We love to have a great time on stage, and enjoy making music together. Come out and take a ride with Orquesta Borinquen. We are available for all types of venues: Clubs, Private parties, Festivals, and Corporate events.

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 4/3/2005
Band Website: orquestaborinquen.com - borinquensalsa.com
Band Members: Bill Ortega Sr.- Manager
Carlos Soto-Lead Vocals
Kalin Ascasibar- Lead Vocals
George Rivera- Bass
Marco Montoya - Piano
Bill Ortega Jr.- Timbales,Trumpet
Ricky Gomez- Bongos
Toby Borrero- Congas
Joe Camacho- Saxophone
Freddy Martinez- Saxophone
Henry Hung-Trumpet
Nelson Reyes - Guiro
Influences: Old school salsa! Fania All Stars,Hector Lavoe,Ismael Miranda,Ray Barreto, Bobby Valentin,Eddie Palmieri,too many to list. SALSA DE LOS 70's.
Sounds Like: COME CHECK IT OUT! THE CD IS FINALLY HERE!AVAILABLE TO BUY OR DOWNLOAD AT ...CDBABY.COM....... DESCARGA.COM...... AND
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Orquesta Borinquen - San Jose Jazz Festival 2008

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jpq1FvQfCIM ...
Posted by Orquesta Borinquen on Thu, 28 Aug 2008 02:25:00 PST

Orquesta Borinquen - Bill Ortega Jr.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Le66dMpQ3Eo ...
Posted by Orquesta Borinquen on Tue, 19 Aug 2008 06:16:00 PST