Whether or not you are a seasoned salsa dancer or just like to shake your hips or your foot at a good beat, join us for a night of dancing, culture, community and music. LIVE! Stay after for a set by Jah Red.

“Alma Picante is a Vermont-based salsa band bringing high-energy Latin dance music to New England stages. Rooted in classic salsa dura and salsa romántica traditions, the group features a full rhythm section, punchy horns, and vibrant percussion that lock into infectious, dance-first grooves.

Led by a mix of seasoned local musicians and Latin music specialists, Alma Picante channels the spirit of New York–style salsa while adding their own regional flavor—tight arrangements, improvisational fire, and a strong focus on live dance floor energy. Their performances are built for movement and celebration, turning any venue into a lively, percussive party.” – From: https://earthskytime.com/2026-summer-lineup/2026/8/2/the-big-takeover

Maiz Vargas Sandoval – Lead Vocals and Percussion
Michael Hartigan – Piano
Mowgli Giannitti – Bass
Colin Henkel (Coco) – Percussion
Jack McChesney – Drums and Percussion
Connor Young – Trumpet
Kevin Avery – Trumpet
Jesse Metzler – Trombone
Tim Sessions – Trombone
Kyle Casazza – Trombone (also of the Vermont Philharmonic)