CORTADITO

Cortadito is an acclaimed Miami-based ensemble specializing in traditional early 20th-century Cuban music, including Son, Boleros, and Guaracha. Often compared to the Buena Vista Social Club, the group features acoustic, roots-focused performances that evoke classic Cuban style. The band was recognized as the "Best Latin Act" in 2019 by the Miami New Times.

hey play traditional Son, the foundational, acoustic-driven, roots music of Cuba. Performances typically feature acoustic instruments, often including guitars, tres, and percussion. Founded in 2011 by Jose Elias, the group includes musicians like Humberto Upierre, percussionist Andres Polanco Rivas, and double bassist Alberto Pantaleon.

The group has performed with notable artists, including Eliades Ochoa (Buena Vista Social Club), Nestor Torres, and Aymeé Nuviola. The band often highlights the connection between Santiago de Cuba, Havana, and Miami in their performances.