Carlos Ochoa

Carlos Ochoa (known as 8a by all his friends). Born in Lima (Peru) in 1962, living in Miami since 1991. Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Major in Photojournalism, San Marcos University, Lima, Peru 1986. Journalist photographer and musician as well (electric and acoustic guitar, charango, flute and andean winds). These photographs are a few but very good examples of both Carlos's interests:

Atahualpa Yupanqui (22 January 1908 - 23 May 1992) was an Argentine singer, songwriter, guitarist, and writer. He is considered the most important Argentine folk musician of the 20th century. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atahualpa_Yupanqui

Jazz flutist Dave Valentin is a South Bronx native of Puerto Rican descent. He has played flute at Carnegie Hall and venues around the world. http://www.bronxmall.com/cult/davevalentin/

Chucho Valdés and Irakere. "Irakere" means forest or woods. Two centuries ago, the greatest African percussionists lived in a region called Irakere. Their descendants brought this music to Cuba and it formed the rhythmic foundation for Cuban music. Many great musicians have been a part of Irakere's history, such as Paquito D'Rivera and Arturo Sandoval, both of whom have gone on to fame in the United States. http://www.bembe.com/afrocubanismo/