Candombe is both a rhythm and a dance of African origin from Uruguay, dominated by the sound of drums. Once considered improper, it was gradually accepted and played by Uruguayans of all walks of life, especially during carnival. More than 200 years young, the sounds of drums still resonates in Montevideo and the rest of the nation, proof that candombe constitutes an integral part of Uruguayan culture.

Uruguay, (pop: 3 million), is a small country located in South America, bordered by its two massive neighbors, Brazil (pop:170 million) to the East and North, and Argentina (Pop:34 million) to the West and South. This rhythm traveled to Uruguay from Africa with black slaves, and is still going strong in the streets...

Candombe Forever has been sharing the spirit of Uruguay with audiences throughout the Washington, DC metro area since June, 2004.

Candombe Forever strives to teach the extraordinary rhythms of Uruguay to aspiring drummers of all ages.

Candombe Forever has attracted attention from well-respected performers throughout the world, including Cachila Silva, of C1080 Candombe Group and of the “Candombe Tango Negro” which played at Teatro Luna during the Summer of 2004

Candombe Forever has become a beloved fixture at venues throughout the region, including Karma Restaurant, October 2004 and Gallerie Michelle, November 2004, and has been awarded first prize, together with a group of drummers and dancers representing Uruguay, for best group at the Columbus Day Parade in New York City on October 12, 2004. Since then Candombe Forever has played at events at the InterAmerican Development Bank, the Uruguayan Embassy , Latin Festivals and private parties in the DC area.