Taking their name from the word for heart and soul in the Afro-Cuban religion Santería, OKAN is a Toronto-based ensemble co-led by multi-instrumentalists Elizabeth Rodriguez and Magdelys Savigne. They enthusiastically embrace Afro-Cuban roots and genres historically dominated by men to create a distinctive and personal world jazz fusion. Their music seamlessly bridges traditional folkloric rhythms with contemporary global grooves.
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OKAN plays a vibrant blend of Afro-Cuban roots, jazz, and contemporary global rhythms.
OKAN is co-led by multi-instrumentalists and composers Elizabeth Rodriguez and Magdelys Savigne.
The ensemble's co-founders are Cuban musicians who are based in Toronto, Ontario.
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