Smithsonian Presents: Azucar! The Life & Times of Celia Cruz

Posted February 5th, 2008 by Geo-
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Back in 2005, the Smithsonian Musuem created a tribute exhibit to Celia Cruz - known throughout the world as "La Reina de Salsa" or in English -- the Queen of Salsa. From a career spanning six decades, her presence is still felt in Salsa clubs everywhere. Some of her most popular hits like "La vida es un carnival" spin night after night.


Highlights Include
  • Biography
  • Photos of her as a child and throughout her career
  • Videos of early performances
  • Audio of popular hits throughout her career


To see the exhibit online, click here...

For more information on the Smithsonian exhibit and the National Musuem of American History, click here...
Average: 5 (2 votes)

Good stuff!

On February 5th, 2008 ghyska says:

Thanks for posting Geo!

Celia Cruz

On February 8th, 2008 nellie says:

Gracias George!
Awesome details of the irreplaceable, incomparable Celia Cruz! Azucar!!!!

Azucar

On February 8th, 2008 Sharon says:

Great tribute. A salsa icon indeed. I've heard a saucier version of her life from latino friends as well.
Sharon