Adult Cuatro Beginner

In this course, adult students will advance their skills on the Puerto Rican cuatro through focused study and ensemble practice. Participants will refine music reading and writing, strengthen right- and left-hand technique, expand their chord and rhythm vocabulary, and explore complex repertoire rooted in Puerto Rican and broader Latin American traditions.

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Zabdiel Santiago

Music Education Manager & Instructor

Zabdiel Santiago, Music Education Manager & Instructor, is a Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico graduate with advanced studies in music education and piano performance. With over 20 years of teaching and directing ensembles, he now leads PRAA’s Latin Music Project, overseeing curriculum, school programming, and inspiring award-winning young musicians.

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José Carrasquillo

Talent Manager & Instructor

José, a graduate of the Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico in Jazz and Caribbean performance, is an award-winning educator and performer. He has taught extensively, toured internationally, and collaborated with renowned artists.

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