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2006 Just Plain Folks Music Awards Nominee

“It serves as an excellent document of the enduring tradition of the drum, and its integral position in the folk dance, song and belief from West Africa throughout the Diaspora. The honesty of this humble production adds to the value of its authenticity. The…interviews were a bonus.” Baba Alade Olamina Los Angeles, CA

“La Fuerza del Tambor" is a priceless collection of live footage, lecture-demonstrations, and interviews from Matanzas. It includes landmark footage of Makawa drums, as well as fascinating, in-depth conversations with Alfredo Calvo and his drummers. This DVD is a must for all Santeros and students of Cuban folklore. Chris Walker Oakland, CA

“It is highly informative, especially on the subject of Matanzas traditions. The footage is great; made me feel like being there again…. I am sure I will watch your film over and over again, and study the drumming, too.” Thomas Altman Hamburg, Germany

“It is very special to have such an intimate view into the world of the Orisha, Santeros, Bata drumming, and traditional bembes.” Shannon Northcutt Denver, CO

“The interviews are inspiring... And the words to the songs!  Yeah, baby.  That ain't been done before.” Vanessa Lindberg Eureka, CA

“It isn’t often that you see drumming so revered by a community that is itself so focused around the drum. And it is rare indeed to cross the line from social to sacred: from drumming for fun to drumming for the gods.  La Fuerza straps you into the front seat on a trip to Matanzas, Cuba, into the Lucumi spiritual tradition where the non-initiated rarely go, and where cameras are rarely welcome.” Brad Boynton Rhythm Traders