The group Los Huracanes was formed in 1972, and  in that epocha attained category A at the Festival of Cultural Workers. They are dedicated to the music of the 60s and play at various carnivals, festivals and communal parties around the province.  Los Huracanes are very popular with the middle age set as their nostalgic music makes them feel 16 again.  Not only the older folks, but the young ones like their bouncy style.  "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da" (Beatles) and "Diana" by Paul Anka are the crowd’s favourites.  You can normally find them in the Theatre Salon of Baracoa.

Alcides Alayo Llacer, Singer, trombone, quena and director 
Traditional music was a part of Alcide’s life right from an early age.  His parents were musical and passed the tradition on to him.  When he entered music school for formal training, his talent was obvious.  Alcides has won awards at various festivals such as Fiesta del Caribe in Santiago de Cuba.  He has been a member of the Group 467 which was quite famous in the 80s.  Also he has been a member of the folkloric group Yambu Akale.  This group from Baracoa attained national recognition.

Lopes Cantillo, Guitar and singer
Lopes knew he wanted to be a musician right from the start.  He has been participating in various music festivals, both local and national, for over 30 years.  Some of the most prestigious of these festivals are the Fiesta del Kucalambe in Las Tunas, and the Festival of Fire in Santiago.  In Baracoa he has been a part of the Encounter with the Tres, Galaz and many local activities too numerous to mention.

Alejandro Navarro Arpajon, Guitar, bass and administrator 
Alejandro is one of the original members of Los Huracanes. This group dates from 1972!  He has also been a bassist with the Orquesta Baracoa.  As a musician he has participated in all kinds of musical events such as cultural evenings, festivals, songwriter’s competitions, and community and solidarity activities.  He was born with the passion for music and intends to be a musician until the end!

Gustavo Martines Romero, Percussion and singer
Gustavo has won various prizes for his musical talent, the most prestigious being the FEU (FEDERACION ESTUDIANTIL UNIVERSITARIA) prize for voice.  He takes any opportunity he can in and outside Baracoa to practice and refine his talent.

Tania Ulloa de la Cruz, Singer
From an early age Tania participated in the various musical activities of Baracoa.  She has competed in such festivals as Todo El Mundo Canta and has won many awards for her talent.  Since joining Los Huracanes she has given the group the much needed addition of an original melodic voice and a feminine presence.

Pastor Fernandes Soa, Drums
Pastor, in addition to Los Huracanes, is a member of Sexteto Yumuri.  This group won a Cuba Disco prize in 2003.  He is also a member of the traditional group, Cacique Guama.  Pastor has a wealth of experience and is a musician's musician.

Arsenio Rider Rodrigues Gamez, Singer
Arsenio has been a musician for 40 years and was one of the founders of Los Huracanes.  He has won awards at national singing competitions such as Expo Cuba, and Cuba’s International Book Fair.  The Ministry of Culture has awared him the Category A for his talent and for his contribution to Cuban culture.

Roberto Toira Hernandes, Lead guitar
Roberto is one of Baracoa’s artistic treasures.  His CV encompasses a master of the tres as well as strolling tropador.  He has been called the most original tres player in Guantanamo province.  His tres playing has been recognized at the national level as well.  Roberto is also a member of Grupo Yumuri and Cacique Guama.  Any juried competitions for tres players will see Roberto as a judge.  He also was a part of the group that won the Cuba Disco prize in 2003.

Rafael Caboverde Llacer, Master of ceremonies, announcer and cultural promoter 
To hear a loquacious, silver tongued Cuban announcer is an experience not to be missed even if you don't understand Spanish.  Rafael is one of the best.  He has been an announcer at the Casa de La Trova, and is a graduate of Communications School.  As well, he is a singer and has an extensive knowledge of Cuban culture. 
Rafael has been a registered teacher of the Arts for 12 years.  

Musical Repertoire

Los Huracanes   Dayana      Paul Anka