“Sana Sana” Self Expression Through Song Writing explora la bomba puertorriqueña como una poderosa herramienta para la composición y la expresión emocional. Arraigada en la tradición y moldeada por la experiencia vivida, la bomba nos invita al ritmo, la interacción y la narración como caminos hacia la creatividad auténtica.
No se necesita formación musical, solo la disposición a sentir el ritmo y seguir lo que dicta el corazón. A través de ejercicios rítmicos y líricos guiados, los participantes descubrirán cómo la emoción puede guiar el proceso creativo.
Ya seas un creativo curioso o alguien que simplemente busca una nueva forma de expresarse, este taller ofrece un espacio de apoyo para conectar con la tradición, la comunidad y tu propia voz.
Únete con Bomba Marilé y con la artista y profesora musical Karla Rivera, quien nos visita desde California. Vengan el viernes 29 de Mayo de 2026 de 5:30 p. m. a 7:30 p. m. en el Sorenson Unity Center, 1383 S 900 W SLC. No es necesario registrarse.
El taller de composición de canciones es completamente gratuito gracias al apoyo financiero del Sorenson Unity Center, Salt Lake County Zoo Arts and Parks, Utah Division of Arts and Museums, National Endowment for the Arts y Creative West, and Salt Lake City Arts Council.
“Sana Sana” Self Expression Through Song Writing explores Puerto Rican bomba as a powerful tool for songwriting and emotional expression. Rooted in tradition and shaped by lived experience, bomba invites us into rhythm, call-and-response, and storytelling as pathways to authentic creativity.
No musical training is needed — just a willingness to feel the rhythm and follow what your heart dictates. Through guided rhythmic and lyrical exercises, participants will discover how emotion can lead the creative process.
Whether you are a curious creative or someone simply looking for a new way to express yourself, this workshop offers a supportive space to connect with tradition, community, and your own voice.
Join Bomba Marilé with visiting artist and musical teacher Karla Rivera who is visiting from California. Join us on Friday May 29th 2026 from 5:30-7:30pm at the Sorenson Unity Center 1383 S 900 W SLC. No registration is needed.
This song writing workshop is entirely free thanks to the financial support from the Sorenson Unity Center, Salt Lake County Zoo Arts and Parks, Utah Division of Arts and Museums, National Endowment for the Arts, Salt Lake City Arts Council, and Creative West.
We are committed to ensuring that our event is accessible to all attendees. Our venue is fully wheelchair accessible, featuring: Accessible Entrances: All main entrances are equipped automatic doors for easy access. Restrooms: Accessible restrooms are available throughout the venue. Seating: Designated wheelchair spaces are provided in the event area, with companion seating nearby. Parking: Accessible parking spaces are available close to the venue entrance. Photo release: By coming to this public event you understand that you may be videotaped or photographed in this event and you give permission to Bomba Marilé and its sponsors to use these images for future marketing or educational purposes. Disclaimer and Assumption of Risk Participation in any Bomba Marilé event may involve activities that include physical exertion, such as dance, movement, singing, which may carry inherent risks of injury or harm. By attending and participating, individuals acknowledge that they do so voluntarily and at their own risk. No express or implied warranties or representations are made regarding the safety of participants, and no indemnity or liability is assumed by the event organizers, venue owners, sponsors, or affiliated personnel for any injury, loss, or damage suffered as a result of participation. Participants are strongly advised to assess their own physical condition and limitations before engaging in any activity. By entering the premises and/or engaging in the event activities, participants agree to release, waive, and discharge the organizers from any and all claims or liability, whether arising from negligence or otherwise, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Bomba Marilé te invita a disfrutar de un fin de semana inspirado para la salud y bienestar mental a través de la música y el baile de bomba. Nos honra la visita de Héctor Cruz y Jannira Román, quienes nos visitan directamente de Puerto Rico para compartir sus conocimientos. Forman parte del grupo SanArte Cultura. SanArte Cultura es un espacio de sanación transformadora en Puerto Rico que integra la Bomba —un arte tradicional afrocaribeño— con meditación, percusión, mentoría, psicoterapia y danza para fomentar la sanación profunda, el empoderamiento y el crecimiento espiritual. A través del ritmo de la Bomba, crean experiencias inmersivas donde el movimiento, el sonido y la autoexpresión se convierten en herramientas para la transformación personal.
Todo el fin de semana es gratuito gracias al apoyo financiero de la Utah Division of Arts and Museums, Creative West, National Endowment for the Arts, Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts, and Parks, Salt Lake City Arts Council, and the Sorenson Unity Center.
Ubicación todo el fin de semana: Sorenson Unity Center 1383 S 900 W SLC
Jueves, 19 de marzo de 2026 5:30-7:30pm: Taller de Baile de bomba con enfoque en la salud mental
Sábado, 21 de marzo de 2026 3-5pm Taller de Baile de bomba con enfoque en la salud mental 5:30-7pm: Música y baile de Bomba en vivo
March 19 and March 21, 2026 at the Sorenson Unity Center
Bomba Marilé invites you to join us for an uplifting weekend of health and wellness through bomba music and dance. We are honored to have Hector Cruz and Jannira Roman visiting us directly from Puerto Rico to share their knowledge and guidance. They are part of a group called SanArte Cultura. SanArte Cultura is a transformative healing space in Puerto Rico that integrates Bomba—a traditional Afro-Caribbean art—with meditation, drumming, coaching, mentoring, psychotherapy, and dance to foster deep healing, empowerment, and spiritual growth. Through the rhythm of Bomba, they create immersive experiences where movement, sound, and self-expression become tools for personal transformation.
The entire weekend is free thanks to the financial support from Utah Division of Arts and Museums, Creative West, National Endowment for the Arts, Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts, and Parks, Salt Lake City Arts Council, and the Sorenson Unity Center.
Location all weekend: Sorenson Unity Center 1383 S 900 W SLC
Thursday March 19, 2026 5:30-7:30pm Bomba Dance workshop with a focus on mental health
Saturday March 21, 2026 3-5 pm Bomba Dance Workshop with a focus on mental health 5:30-7pm Live Bomba Music and Dance
Bomba Marilé invites you to join us for a full day of honoring how we represent the natural element of the wind within Puerto Rican bomba music and dance. This will be the final in a 4 part series connecting each natural element to bomba. We have the privilege of having the talented Jeanitza Aviles directly from Puerto Rico for this event. The entire day is free thanks to the financial support from Utah Division of Arts and Museums, Creative West, National Endowment for the Arts, Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts, and Parks, Salt Lake City Arts Council, National Folklife Network, and the Sorenson Unity Center.
Location: Sorenson Unity Center 1383 S 900 W SLC
12-2pm Bomba Dance Class by Jeanitza Aviles 3-5 pm Bomba Dance Class by Jeanitza Aviles 5:30-7pm Live Bomba Music
________________________________ Bomba Marilé los invita a unirse con nosotros para honrar como el viento se representa en la música y el baile de la bomba Puertorriqueña. Esta será la ultima de una serie de 4 partes que conectarán cada elemento natural con la bomba. Tendremos el privilegio de contar con la maestra Jeanitza Aviles directo de Puerto Rico que nos enseñará en este evento. Todo el día es gratuito, no pierdas la oportunidad de aprender y disfrutar. Gracias al apoyo financiero de Utah Division of Arts and Museums, Creative West, National Folklike Network, National Endowment for the Arts, Salt Lake City Arts Council, Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts, and Parks, y el Sorenson Unity Center.
Ubicación: Sorenson Unity Center 1383 S 900 W SLC
12-2pm Taller de baile de bomba por Jeanitza Aviles 3-5 pm Taller de baile de bomba por Jeanitza Aviles 5:30-7pm Musica de bomba en vivo
We are committed to ensuring that our event is accessible to all attendees. Our venue is fully wheelchair accessible, featuring: Accessible Entrances: All main entrances are equipped automatic doors for easy access. Restrooms: Accessible restrooms are available throughout the venue. Seating: Designated wheelchair spaces are provided in the event area, with companion seating nearby. Parking: Accessible parking spaces are available close to the venue entrance. Assistance: Staff will be on hand to provide assistance as needed. Please feel free to reach out for help. If you have specific accessibility needs or require additional accommodations, please contact us in advance, and we will do our best to assist you. We look forward to welcoming you to our event.
Have you seen Bomba Marilé sharing bomba before? Would you like the opportunity to learn more about bomba? Join us for free community bomba classes every Saturday in April, May, and June 2025 from 3-4pm at the Sorenson Unity Center 1383 S 900 W, SLC.
Bring comfortable shoes, a long skirt if you would like to dance with a skirt, and a water bottle. Classes will go over maraca, cua, dance, and the history of bomba.
You do not need to register and you can join us any Saturday you are able to come. All ages are welcome but children should be present with a guardian.
Thank you to the Sorenson Unity Center and the Salt Lake County Zoo Arts and Parks for the support.
_______________________________ ¿Has visto a Bomba Marilé compartiendo bomba antes? Te gustaría tener la oportunidad de aprender más sobre bomba? Únete con nosotros para las clases comunitarias gratuitas de bomba todos los sábados de Abril, Mayo y Junio del 2025, de 3-4 p. m. en el Sorenson Unity Center 1383 S 900 W, SLC. Trae zapatos cómodos, una falda larga si quisieras bailar con falda, y una botella de agua. En las clases se hablará sobre maraca, cua, baile, y la historia de la bomba. No necesitas registrarte, tu puedes unirte a cualquier sábado que puedas venir. Todas las edades son bienvenidas, pero los niños deben estar presentes con un adulto. Gracias al Sorenson Unity Center y al Salt Lake County Zoo Arts and Parks por el apoyo.
We are committed to ensuring that our event is accessible to all attendees. Our venue is fully wheelchair accessible, featuring: Accessible Entrances: All main entrances are equipped automatic doors for easy access. Restrooms: Accessible restrooms are available throughout the venue. Seating: Designated wheelchair spaces are provided in the event area, with companion seating nearby. Parking: Accessible parking spaces are available close to the venue entrance. Assistance: Staff will be on hand to provide assistance as needed. Please feel free to reach out for help. If you have specific accessibility needs or require additional accommodations, please contact us in advance, and we will do our best to assist you. We look forward to welcoming you to our event!
Saturday June 24th, 2023 from 5-8pm at the Jordan River Nature Center
Bomba Marilé invites you to sing, dance, and play bomba with us on Saturday June 24th, 2023 from 5-8pm at the Jordan River Nature Center. This is a free event and open to all. Please bring food and non-alcoholic drinks to share. We are excited to have visiting bombero Joe Goglia from Arizona at this event. Event will be held outdoors.
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Los invitamos a cantar, tocar, y bailar bomba con Bomba Marilé el Sabado 24 de Junio en el Jordan River Nature Center de 5-8pm. El evento es gratis y abierto a todos. Por favor traigan comida o bebidas sin alcohol para compartir. Estamos emocionados de tener bombero visitante Joe Goglia de Arizona viniendo a este evento. El evento será afuera.
