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"TUMBAGA" is the name that our Pre-Colombian cultures gave to the alloy of gold and copper to create their handicrafts and jewelry. These cultures are the solid foundation of cultural evolution in our regions. "The Colombian Dance Company of New York "honors the name TUMBAGA by showing on stage a fusion of different dance styles that showcase the artistic character of our Colombian Folklore, same as the fusion of metals in the process that exhibits a result called TUMBAGA.
"TUMBAGA" Es el nombre que nuestras Culturas Pre-Colombinas usaban en la aleación del oro y cobre para creación de sus objetos artesanales y joyería. Estas culturas son la base sólida de la evolución cultural en nuestras regiones. "La Compañía Colombiana de Danza de Nueva York" hace honor al nombre TUMBAGA mostrando en el escenario una fusión de diferentes estilos de danza que muestran el carácter artístico de nuestro folklor colombiano, así mismo como la fusión de metales exibe el proceso de TUMBAGA en culturas Pre-Colombinas.
About Us
‘Mestizo’ which refers to the blend of the African, Spaniard, and Indian; is a Dance Company founded by Armando Moreno, director and choreographer, in the year 1999; Now its funding board has created a sub-brand which is what represents the nature, quality, character and essence of the dance company; ‘TUMBAGA-THE COLOMBIAN DANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK’. In a formal and public way we are officially such organization.
Sponsors
Vital Projects
Fund, Inc.
The Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation
Charina Endowment
Fund
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