Workshop – Son Jarocho Dance with “Los Dos”

Embassy of Mexico in Norway

Get moving to the joyful rhythms of Son Jarocho, a traditional music and dance style from Veracruz, Mexico!

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Día de Muertos/ Day of the Dead/ De Dødes Dag 2025

Join us in celebrating one of Mexico’s most meaningful and colorful traditions - Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) organized by the Embassy of Mexico and Oslo Municipality, in collaboration with the Emanuel Vigeland Museum, Film Fra Sør and Oslo World

Led by the talented trio Los Dos, this interactive workshop will introduce you to the basics of Son Jarocho dance, a centuries-old cultural expression born during the colonial era that continues to spread joy and hope across the world today.Whether you’re an experienced dancer or just curious to try something new, this workshop is all about fun, community, and celebration.🪘 No experience required | Free event, but registration encouraged | Comfortable clothing recommendedLos Dos is a trio that plays the Mexican music genre "son jarocho". They have played and held workshops in Norway for two years and spread the joy of son jarocho everywhere they go. Los Dos is:Sondre Évora Jessen on baritone guitarLuis Fernando Amaya on jarana, quijada and vocalsAnd Halvor Olsen on requinto, quijada and zapateado Come join them and learn how to dance zapateado, son jarocho style! Join us in celebrating one of Mexico’s most meaningful and colorful traditions - Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) Organized by Embassy of Mexico, Oslo Municipality, in collaboration with the Emanuel Vigeland Museum and Film Fra Sør, and the support of Oslo World, invite you to experience a weekend full of culture, art, music, and tradition.