The Cedar Presents
NIDIA GÓNGORA with Colombia Live
Sunday, October 5, 2025 / Doors: 7:00 PM / Show: 7:30 PM
All Ages
Standing
$35 Advance, $40 Day of Show
*For Cedar Presented shows, a $4 facility fee is included in the ticket price (Ticket fee info here).
This is a standing show with an open floor. To request seating or other access accommodations, please go to our Access Page.
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LISTEN
Pacífico Maravilla - Nidia Góngora (Visualizer) video courtesy of Nidia Góngora’s official YouTube channel.
ABOUT THIS SHOW
Nidia Gongora is a captivating singer/songwriter from the vibrant Afro-Colombian community of Timbiquí, known for her powerful performances that blend traditional sounds with modern flair. Often celebrated for her role as a guardian of marimba music, she has emerged as one of the foremost voices representing the South Pacific region of Colombia. With notable collaborations alongside luminaries like Quantic, her music distinctly marries the roots of Colombian folklore with contemporary funk influences, showcasing her versatility and creativity.
Her significant impact on the music industry is underscored by accolades such as being named 'Afro-Colombian of the Year' and a Latin Grammy nomination for her work with Canalón de Timbiquí. Nidia's connection to vinyl culture is evident as she continues to produce works that resonate deeply within the hearts of collectors and enthusiasts alike, making her a must-follow artist in the ever-evolving soundscape of Latin music.
NIDIA GÓNGORA
The most recognized singer from the Colombian Pacific coast, Latin Grammy®-nominated Nidia Góngora is part of the 2025-26 Mid Atlantic Tours 2025-26 Roster. She recently collaborated with the Colombian reggaetón artist Feid, as well as the Costa Rican poet Shirley Campbell Barr. She released her recent work "Pacífica Maravilla".
Prof. Góngora holds a degree in Early Childhood Education, and is a researcher of traditional music from the Southern Colombian Pacific, a region whose music has been declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. For the past 12 years, she has been conducting ongoing musical training with children in both school and community settings in rural and urban areas of Cauca and Valle del Cauca through the Fundación Escuela Canalón, a project that preserves and promotes the cultural identity values of the region.
Throughout her 20+ years of international experience as a composer and performer, Prof. Góngora has successfully built bridges between the traditional music of her native Timbiquí (Cauca) other world genres. She has been featured in and on the cover of popular magazines such as El Espectador, The Guardian, and The New York Times.
To learn more about Nidia Góngora:
Colombia Live
Colombia Live is the only nonprofit organization in Minnesota dedicated to promoting the richness of Colombian culture through dance. Since 2001, we have supported and cultivated Colombian art and culture while working to improve the image of Colombia.
Colombia Live develops dancers that serve as Minnesotan-Colombian cultural ambassadors, passing on traditions and creating awareness of the enormous natural wealth, richness in culture, and beauty that characterize Colombia. Through dance, we teach about heritage, instill pride in diversity, and build stronger identities. Our community welcomes dancers of all ages and ethnicities, giving them the opportunity to flourish, grow in self-esteem, and carry Colombian traditions into the future.
For this occasion, Colombia Live is honored to open the stage for the incredible Colombian singer Nidia Góngora. Just like Nidia brings the sounds of the Pacific coast to life through her voice, our dancers will celebrate those same rhythms and traditions through movement. It is a privilege for us to set the tone for the evening and share a glimpse of the vibrant folkloric legacy that unites us.
To learn more about Colombia Live:
