Pulso de Barro

Pulso de Barro explores folk music, dance, and poetry along with the native traditions of our shared lineages. Since we are the result of a cultural syncretism of the different territories where we come from, we seek to give space to our multifaceted identities. With a focus on traditional Son Jarocho music from Southern Veracruz and various other genres from the Caribbean and Latin America, Pulso de Barro supports and encourages the recognition of music as a vital part of the articulation of communities. We believe that the countless stories of our territories are embodied in the creative flow. From this place we learn to coexist reciprocally with nature and re-imagine our future.

Maria Puente Flores
Maria Puente Flores was born and raised in Tenochtitlán/Mexico City. Her first musical interest was rap music which she picked up from the urban scene in Mexico City. She later became very passionate about Mexican folk music – Son Jarocho – which she heard in Harlem NY for the first time. Currently living in upstate New York, Maria plays the jarana, the marimba, the tarima and other percussion instruments.

Mateo Cano
Mateo Cano, born in Brooklyn, NY, and raised in Veracruz, Mexico, was deeply influenced by the rich traditions of his heritage, particularly Son Jarocho, which he learned from his family. As a bilingual Mexican-American artist, he has found his calling in community building and the collective sharing of his art in the United States. This approach allows for the preservation and evolution of their traditions, reflecting the dynamic nature of cultural practices as they move from rural origins to urban settings.

Víctor Lissabet
Víctor – currently living in Olivebridge, NY – grew up in Maryland, DC with a Cuban dad and a Colombian mom so the most essential Latin rhythms run through his veins. He manly plays the Leona with Pulso de Barro – the Leona is a four-stringed base instrument. Victor also teaches music in High Meadow. Victors’ ability to teach music has elevated Pulso de Barro’s repertoire to include more harmonies and polyphonies.

Oviedo Horta Jr.
Ovi Horta is a versatile artist driven by music, community, and nature. Now based in the serene landscapes of Kingston NY, Ovi was raised in New Jersey, and embodies a rich cultural heritage with Cuban lineage. Ovi plays percussion instruments with Pulso de Barro. Be it with the cajon, the maracas, the cowbell, or the donkey jaw, he always adds a spicy heartbeat to Pulso de Barro’s songs.

Adriana Pericchi
Adriana was born in Venezuela, raised in Puerto Rico and is now based in the Lenape lands of Kingston, NY. Her parents always surrounded her with music at home, and the rich cultural heritage of Venezuelan cantos de faena have influenced the way she sings; always imbuing songs with feeling and intention. Her deep voice is an important presence in Pulso de Barro, as is her ability to quickly pick up numerous instruments.