Caja De Cuerdas [Box of Strings]
Latin Bands
Caja De Cuerdas [Box of Strings] ensemble brings together musicians of diverse backgrounds in original, Jazz, Latin, rock, and popular music.
Hector Salazar is a vocalist & percussionist that has always had a love for music. At a young age he fell in love with the sound of the congas playing in the Venezuelan barrio. His love for singing and vocal ensemble work led to professional music contracts with Sam Riddle productions (Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous) and Star Search. His band Axis performed in several international shows produced in Pleasure Island at Walt Disney World.
Gregory Guay, guitarist and Holy City Guitar Series founder, has performed in the Guitar Foundation of America Festival, Piccolo Spoleto Festival, and with prestigious ensembles including the Charleston Symphony Orchestra, Charleston Gospel Choir. His guitar talents and versatility range from Bach to the Beatles, from traditional Spanish/Latin works to modern improvisation and composition. He is excited to continue writing, recording, and performing with Caja de Cuerdas.
Paul Ahrens has been playing professional electric & upright bass for the past 45 years all around the country, including Nashville, Las Vegas, Boise, ID, Washington, DC, Lexington, KY, and, of course, Charleston. He started his journey playing a short time with the Buddy Rich band and fronting for Steppenwolf and the Box Tops. He recently played with world-renowned jazz saxophonists Richie Cole and Claire Daly. Retired from Boeing, Ahrens stays active in a variety of music venues and acts.
Treg Monty was 8 years old when his mother took him to a high school concert. Intrigued by the shiny silver of the flutes, commenced a lifetime of performing in a variety of musical styles. For the past eight years he has led Palmetto Soul, one of the leading bands in Charleston and he has recently taken an exciting musical turn with performing with Caja de Cuerdas. He is also an actor with a feature film soon to be released worldwide, Pegasus - On the Brink in which he plays the President.
Baldwin Bonilla, Jr.'s Latin and jazz background coupled with the likings of Progressive Metal and Fusion, inspire his technical, free spirited style. Baldwin studied under instructor and mentor Spyro S. and in NYC under Salsa legend Nicki Marrero. Gaining some unforgettable experiences and opportunities along the way. Through the years, playing in cover bands and everything in between. Baldwin and his craft continue to develop and grow.
For Booking, call Music Garden today at 800-689-BAND(2263) or email by clicking on the "request more information" tab on this page.
Hector Salazar is a vocalist & percussionist that has always had a love for music. At a young age he fell in love with the sound of the congas playing in the Venezuelan barrio. His love for singing and vocal ensemble work led to professional music contracts with Sam Riddle productions (Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous) and Star Search. His band Axis performed in several international shows produced in Pleasure Island at Walt Disney World.
Gregory Guay, guitarist and Holy City Guitar Series founder, has performed in the Guitar Foundation of America Festival, Piccolo Spoleto Festival, and with prestigious ensembles including the Charleston Symphony Orchestra, Charleston Gospel Choir. His guitar talents and versatility range from Bach to the Beatles, from traditional Spanish/Latin works to modern improvisation and composition. He is excited to continue writing, recording, and performing with Caja de Cuerdas.
Paul Ahrens has been playing professional electric & upright bass for the past 45 years all around the country, including Nashville, Las Vegas, Boise, ID, Washington, DC, Lexington, KY, and, of course, Charleston. He started his journey playing a short time with the Buddy Rich band and fronting for Steppenwolf and the Box Tops. He recently played with world-renowned jazz saxophonists Richie Cole and Claire Daly. Retired from Boeing, Ahrens stays active in a variety of music venues and acts.
Treg Monty was 8 years old when his mother took him to a high school concert. Intrigued by the shiny silver of the flutes, commenced a lifetime of performing in a variety of musical styles. For the past eight years he has led Palmetto Soul, one of the leading bands in Charleston and he has recently taken an exciting musical turn with performing with Caja de Cuerdas. He is also an actor with a feature film soon to be released worldwide, Pegasus - On the Brink in which he plays the President.
Baldwin Bonilla, Jr.'s Latin and jazz background coupled with the likings of Progressive Metal and Fusion, inspire his technical, free spirited style. Baldwin studied under instructor and mentor Spyro S. and in NYC under Salsa legend Nicki Marrero. Gaining some unforgettable experiences and opportunities along the way. Through the years, playing in cover bands and everything in between. Baldwin and his craft continue to develop and grow.
For Booking, call Music Garden today at 800-689-BAND(2263) or email by clicking on the "request more information" tab on this page.
Songlist
Partial Song List
Bésame Mucho - Consuelo Velázquez
Black Magic Woman - Santana
Black Orpheus - Agostinho dos Santo
Como Quien Pierde Ua Estrella - Alejandro Fernandez
El Choclo - Julio Iglesias
El Santuario - Ivonne Avilez
El Tiempo Que Vivimos - Caja De Cuerdas
High Heel Sneakers - Jose Feliciano
Let the Dance Begin - Caja De Cuerdas
Libertango - Grace Jones
Light My Fire - The Doors
Little Sunflower - Freddie Hubbard
Love Song - The Cure
Oye Come Va - Santana
Piel Canela - Eydie Gorme Y Trio los Panchos
Quizas, Quizas, Quizas (Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps) - Osvaldo Farrés
Rompe las Cadenas - Caja De Cuerdas
Si Tu No Estas Aquí - Caja De Cuerdas
Smooth - Robert Thomas/Itaal Shur
Strange Love - Depeche Mode
Volare - Domenico Modugno
