Available to book from €1000 (EUR). For an accurate quote please make an enquiry.
We are Alacalufe, a Latin American music ensemble based in Budapest, founded in 2022. We are writing with great enthusiasm to submit our artistic proposal for your festival, which we deeply admire for its cultural diversity, outdoor spirit, and celebration of world music.
Our project was born from a desire to preserve, reinterpret and share the rich folklore of Latin America through an authentic and festive musical approach. We perform a vibrant variety of traditional styles from across the continent – including Peruvian festejo, cha-cha-chá, Brazilian samba, Cuban son, bolero, Colombian cumbia, and Dominican merengue – blending original compositions with refreshed versions of beloved folkloric classics.
We believe our music is a perfect match for green, open-air spaces such as those that define the atmosphere of any event.The joyful energy of our rhythms and our deep connection with audiences ensure a truly unforgettable experience filled with dance, celebration, and cultural exchange.
We have had the honour of performing on notable stages, including the Mera World Music Festival in Romania, the Debreceni Viragkarneval in Debrecen, and a nationally televised concert on the programme Akusztik for Petőfi TV(Hungarian National Television).
Attached you will find our portfolio, featuring live performance footage, visual material and links to key performances. We would be delighted to contribute to the vibrant, multicultural spirit of your festival.
Thank you very much for considering our proposal. We remain at your disposal for any further information or details you may require.
Warm regards from Budapest
Alacalufe Repertoar -
Total Ricardo García Perdomo Alacalufe Cha Cha Cha
Mueve la cintura mulata Bienvenido Julián Gutiérrez Alacalufe Son Cubano
Búscame Abraham Iturra Alacalufe Bolero
Jamás olvidarás Abraham Iturra Alacalufe Cha Cha Cha
Cama y mesa Roberto Carlos Alacalufe Bolero
4 Semanas Abraham Iturra Alacalufe Cumbia
Amor de loca juventud Rafael Ortiz Rodríguez Alacalufe Cha Cha Cha
Los marcianos Rosendo Ruiz Jr Alacalufe Cha Cha Cha
Ele vai triste Abraham Iturra Alacalufe Samba
Vida Abraham Iturra Alacalufe Mozambique
Para enamorar Abraham Iturra Alacalufe Festejo Peruano
La mesa grande Abraham Iturra Alacalufe Merengue
El barranquillero José María Peñaranda Alacalufe Cumbia
TECHNICAL RIDER - ALACALUFE
2. Backline Requirements
- Bass: Direct to amplifier - Aguilar, Mark Bass or similar
- Electric Guitar: VOX AC30C2 Custom Series or similar
- Electro-acoustic Guitar: D.I. Box
3. Microphones and Inputs
- 2 microphones for congas
- 1 microphone for minor percussion
- 1 microphone for bongos
- 1 microphone for guiro and maracas
- 1 microphone for cajon
- 1 microphone for main vocal
- 4 microphones for secondary vocals (chorus)
- 1 microphone for saxophone
- 1 microphone for flute
4. Input List (Detailed)
Ch Instrument / Source Input Type Mic / DI Suggestion
1 Main Vocal Mic (XLR) Shure SM58
2 Chorus Vocal 1 Mic (XLR) SM58 / similar
3 Chorus Vocal 2 Mic (XLR) SM58 / similar
4 Chorus Vocal 3 Mic (XLR) SM58 / similar
5 Electric Guitar Mic or DI DI Box + Mic
6 Electro-acoustic Guitar DI DI Box
7 Bass Amp Out Direct to Amp
8 Saxophone Mic Condenser Mic
9 Flute Bongos Mic Dynamic Mic
11 Congas 2x Mic SM57 / e604
12 Guiro / Maracas Mic SM57
13 Cajon Mic Beta 52A / SM
We need to know any directions that will help us find the venue and find the right place to load in our equipment. We’d also need to be informed if there’s a sound limiter in the venue
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Hungarian folk music House - MeRa festival ( Románia ) - karnevál of Debrecen (Hungary )
Weddings , concerts , private events, new year party.
Our project was born from a desire to preserve, reinterpret and share the rich folklore of Latin America through an authentic and festive musical approach. We perform a vibrant variety of traditional styles from across the continent – including Peruvian festejo, cha-cha-chá, Brazilian samba, Cuban son, bolero, Colombian cumbia, and Dominican merengue – blending original compositions with refreshed versions of beloved folkloric classics.
We tried to do our own music preserving the Latin folklore.
We normally arrive 2 hours before the performance to set up. We normally perform 2 x 45 minutes or 2 x 60 minute sets. We’re happy to play a bit longer or shorter but we’ve found that these set times suit us and our audiences best.
We’re happy to play outside but we ask for shade, a flat level surface and a power supply close to the performance area
We have our own music but we are open to do a repertoire for the client
Amazing
Hungarian folk music house
Fono budai zene haz
Mera festival
Debrecen karneval
Wedding
Birthday Party
Private Event
Corporate Event
Hotel / Restaurant Event
Bar / Venue Event
Concert
Cruise
Theatre Show
Burns Night
Christmas Party
New Year's Eve
Folk
Originals
Brazilian
Caribbean
Cuban
Latin
Salsa
Samba
Will travel internationally
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