ABOUT SON CUBANO SUBTERRANEO
A musical time machine, built for right now.
Six musicians bring the elegance, swing and rhythmic fire of Cuba’s great songbook to stages and celebrations across Washington, DC and beyond.
WEDDINGS · CORPORATE EVENTS · PRIVATE CELEBRATIONS
Live Cuban music for an unforgettable celebration.
Son Cubano Subterraneo brings style, warmth and irresistible rhythm to the moments that matter—from the first cocktail to the last dance. Every performance is shaped around the event, the room and the experience you want your guests to remember.
BASED IN DC
Washington, Maryland, Virginia and beyond
SIX MUSICIANS
Tres, guitar, violin, bass, congas, bongos and vocals
VERSATILE FORMATS
Concerts, cocktail sets, dance sets and full celebrations
DISTINCTIVE REPERTOIRE
Son, salsa, bolero, cumbia, merengue and Latin jazz
MUSIC THAT CHANGES THE ROOM
Elegant when it should be. Electric when it needs to be.
The best event music does more than fill silence. It welcomes people into the space, creates a sense of occasion and gives the celebration its own identity. Son Cubano Subterraneo can begin with sophisticated, conversational music and build naturally toward a joyful full-band dance set.
Our repertoire of more than 60 songs spans Cuban son, salsa, bolero, Latin jazz, cumbia, merengue, romantic ballads and unexpected favorites. We work closely with clients, planners, venues and production teams to create a musical arc that fits the schedule and feels effortless on the day.
CHOOSE THE EXPERIENCE
A format for every part of the celebration.
Son Cubano Subterraneo is available for festivals, performing arts series, museums, municipal concerts, university programs, clubs and community celebrations. We can provide a focused concert set, a dance-oriented program or a format developed around your audience and event.
Cocktail-Hour Set
Set a warm, sophisticated mood with boleros, Latin jazz, romantic classics and relaxed son at a volume that supports conversation and mingling.
BEST FOR
Cocktail hours · receptions · dinners · museum and gallery events · welcome gatherings
Full Dance Set
Bring the full six-piece ensemble forward with son, salsa, cumbia and merengue arranged to build energy and keep people moving.
BEST FOR
Wedding receptions · galas · holiday parties · dance nights · milestone celebrations
Cocktail + Dance
Begin with an elegant listening set, then transition into a full-band dance performance. This is the most complete expression of what Son Cubano Subterraneo can bring to an event.
BEST FOR
Weddings · corporate celebrations · embassy events · large private parties
WEDDINGS
A wedding band with a sound of its own.
“Nostalgic, energetic, and incredibly cool.”
Son Cubano Subterraneo offers an alternative to the interchangeable wedding band: a distinctive live sound rooted in Cuban tradition, presented with the polish, flexibility and coordination a major celebration requires.
We can shape the evening around a sophisticated cocktail set, a high-energy reception performance, or both. We will collaborate with you and your planner on timing, musical preferences, key transitions, production needs and any special details that help the celebration feel personal.
CORPORATE & PRIVATE EVENTS
Distinctive live music for spaces where the details matter.
From an embassy reception or museum program to a company celebration, conference, gala or private dinner, the band brings a sense of place and personality without overwhelming the event. We can support conversation, command the stage or move fluidly between both roles.
IDEAL FOR
Corporate receptions · conferences · galas · embassy and diplomatic events · museum programs · cultural celebrations · holiday parties · birthdays · anniversaries · private dinners
THE SONGBOOK
The repertoire draws on songs associated with Buena Vista Social Club, Beny Moré, Arsenio Rodríguez, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Oscar D’León and other defining artists. The band also performs cumbia, merengue, romantic ballads, Latin jazz and carefully chosen additions that make the set feel fresh and responsive to the audience.
Classic Cuban music—and room to surprise.
What Clients Can Expect
A REAL SIX-PIECE BAND
Lead vocals, Cuban tres, guitar and violin, baby bass, congas, bongos, hand percussion and layered vocal harmonies.
A PERFORMANCE SHAPED AROUND THE EVENT
We adjust pacing, repertoire and presentation to fit the venue, schedule, audience and desired atmosphere.
CLEAR ADVANCE COORDINATION
We work with the client, planner, venue and production team on load-in, sound, timing, transitions and performance requirements.
A DISTINCTIVE GUEST EXPERIENCE
The music feels transportive, stylish and alive—and gives guests something they will remember and talk about.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tell us what you are planning.
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We are based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area and regularly serve Washington, Maryland and Virginia. Regional and destination travel can be discussed as part of the proposal.
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Yes. A cocktail set followed by a full dance set is one of our most effective event formats. We can recommend timing and repertoire based on the flow of your celebration.
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We are happy to discuss one or two special requests when the song fits the ensemble and sufficient arranging and rehearsal time is available. Please raise special requests early in the planning process.
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Production needs depend on the venue, guest count and event format. We can coordinate with the venue or production company and provide a stage plot and technical rider. Where needed, sound requirements can be incorporated into the proposal.
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Yes, provided there is a covered, level performance area, safe electrical power, appropriate sound support and a workable weather plan.
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Popular weekends and seasonal dates can book well in advance, so earlier is better. That said, it is always worth checking availability.
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Pricing reflects the date, location, schedule, performance format, production requirements and travel. After learning the essentials, we will provide a clear written proposal.
Share the date, location, guest count and the atmosphere you want to create. We will follow up with availability and a performance option tailored to the event.
BOOKING
Bring Son Cubano Subterraneo to your event.
Tell us about the date, venue and atmosphere you are planning. We will follow up with availability, performance options and a clear proposal tailored to the event.
Email: joshschneck@gmail.com
Phone: (650) 269-9903