"A MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA"
Since 1995, TINKU's specialty consists of delighting audiences with a musical extravaganza featuring authentic native instruments while performing 100% live music; even in the One Man band act.
OVER 300 SHOWS PER YEAR!
Shortly after its inception in 1995, TINKU has averaged an impressive minimum of 300+ performances per year. (visit; http://tinkumusic.com/concerts/Archives.html)
BAND:
TINKU is a traveling band based in the state of California USA. It is comprised of Father & Sons. Each musician is a recording artists and multi-instrumentalist. The younger artists are 15 & 12 years of age. Collectively, TINKU's musicians count with approximately 30 years of experience in this specialty field.
ARTISTS & INSTRUMENTATION:
TINKU's musicians are recording artists & multi-instrumentalists; even the younger artists! TINKU utilizes a variety of native instruments and highlights the unique sounds of the South American string, percussion and wind instruments known as "panpipes" or "panflutes". INSTRUMENTATION:
(more detailed instrument information @ http://tinkumusic.com/about/instruments.html)
FRANCISCO ASTUDILLO, Founder & Director of TINKU / Co-Founder & Producer of TINKU RECORDS
-Lead Vocals
-Strings: Acoustic Guitar/Requinto/12 String Guitar/Charango/Ronroco/Ukelele
-Winds: Zampoña/Antara/Rondador/Toyos/Quena/Quenacho & others
(complete bio @ http://tinkumusic.com/about/francisco_astudillo.html)
CÉSAR ASTUDILLO, Multi-instrumentalist & Recording Artist
-Acoustic Guitar/Electric Bass/Percussions
(complete bio @ http://tinkumusic.com/about/cesar_astudillo.html)
JOSUÉ, Multi-instrumentalist & Recording Artist
-Electric Bass/Percussions
(complete bio @ http://tinkumusic.com/about/josue.html)
ISAAC, Multi-instrumentalist & Recording Artist
-Percussions: Bombo & Cajon (Andean drums); Chajchas; High-Hats; Cymballs, Rainstick & Maracas
(complete bio @ http://tinkumusic.com/about/isaac.html)
REPERTOIRE & SPECIALTY ACTS
TINKU's repertoire features 100% live music and offers a wide selection of international music in the following Specialty Acts: Traditional Andean music; Mexican Folk classics; Latin Folk music; World Music; Instrumental Music; Covers & Holiday tunes from around the world including "Villancicos" (Latin Carols). TINKU 's ensembles consist of a One Man Band/Duo/Group acts to suit your special needs.
REPERTOIRE (12+ COUNTRIES)
TINKU's repertoire covers melodies from the following Countries: covers melodies from the following Countries: México • Cuba • Puerto Rico & South America = Argentina • Bolivia • Brasil • Chile • Colombia • Ecuador • Paraguay • Perú • Uruguay • Venezuela; and now also songs from England • Germany • Greece • Sweden & USA among others.
REPERTOIRE (19+ MUSICAL RHYTHMS)
TINKU offers a wide variety of musical rhythms: Bolero • Chacarera • Candombe • Carnavalito • Chuntunky • Cumbia • Huajira • Huapango • Huayno • Joropo • Marcha • Ranchero • Rumba • Samba • San Juanito • Saya • Taquirari • Tinku • Trote • Valz • Yaravi & others.
(audio samples of each @ http://tinkumusic.com/about/the_band.htmlrhythms)
PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW
TINKU has entertained thousands at colleges & universities; theme & amusement parks; libraries; restaurants; shopping centers; TV/Radio; organizations; schools; private events and corporate engagements. TINKU has also performed at the San Diego Zoo & at the San Diego Wild Animal Park for 5 consecutive summers; at Seaworld California; at Old Town State Historic Parksince 1995; at the Superbowl 2003 tailgate events; with the San Diego Chamber Orchestra at the Summer Pops Concerts; and at the Balboa Park Twilight Summer Concerts among others. (See: http://tinkumusic.com/concerts/Archives.html).
DISCOGRAPHY:
CD5 "Peace"
CD4 "Besame Mucho"
CD3 "Guantanamera"
CD2 "Instrumental Andean Music"
CD1 "Music of The Andes"
More CD info here...
"PEACE" (aka: CD5) ©2007, Tinku Records
An instrumental recording with holiday music from around the world including 'Villancicos' (carols) from Latin America. The musical arrangements shine with the rhythms and unique sounds of the South American wind, percussion and string instruments.
"BESAME MUCHO" (aka: CD4) ©2002, Tinku Records
Full of harmonious vocals, CD4 features romantic Boleros (Mexico); rhythmic Cumbias from Mexico & Colombia; as well as vibrant melodies. TINKU'S CD 4 features Besame Mucho, Sabor A Mi & Cumbia del Rey.
"GUANTANAMERA" (aka: CD3) ©2000, Tinku Records
An instrumental recording that pays tribute to the Latin countries of Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Ecuador, Venezuela, Cuba and Mexico. TINKU'S CD 3 highlights the beautiful melodies of "Tierra Mestiza" from México and "Guantanamera" from Cuba.
"INSTRUMENTAL ANDEAN MUSIC" (aka: CD2) ©1999, Tinku Records
An all inclusive instrumental CD with songs from Peru, Bolivia, Chile and Ecuador. TINKU's CD 2 features "El Condor Pasa".
"MUSIC OF THE ANDES" (aka: CD1) ©2001, Tinku Records
A collection of instrumental and vocal songs from Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela.
Detailed Discography info @ "http://tinkumusic.com/discography/index-cds.html"
(song list, title translations, sound clips, origin, rhythm & more!)
CD Reviews @ http://tinkumusic.com/discography/reviews.html
AVAILABILITY:
ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVALS: private/public; profit/non-profit; schools (K-12; Colleges & Universities); concert series, libraries, etc,
WEDDINGS - rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, wedding ceremony
PRIVATE - graduations, birthdays; anniversaries, etc
CORPORATE - end of the year/holiday parties; employee picnics; staff recognition
EDUCATIONAL - festivals; schools (K-12); colleges & universities; libraries, concert series
RESORT/RESTAURANT Entertainment … We specialize in bringing you great music and more clients!
TV/FILM/MOVIES, etc.
ANY OF YOUR SPECIAL EVENTS!
ADVANCED REQUESTS ACCEPTED!
Do you need a special song theme for your special event? TINKU accepts advanced requests and can tailor to your unique needs!
FOUNDER & MISSION
TINKU was founded in 1995 by Francisco Astudillo after he combined three essential elements: an overwhelming entrepreneurial spirit, a love for his roots, and a passion for music. Guided by these forces, TINKUs' mission is to introduce the mystical and soothing sounds of World/Latin/Folk music thru professional recordings and live concerts.
LINKS:
Official Website: www.tinkumusic.com
MySpace: www.myspace.com/tinkumusic
YouTube: www.youtube.com/tinkumusic
Reverbnation: www.revernation.com/tinku
Let TINKU be part of your next special event or project and experience an unforgettable musical journey.
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