An Evening of Spanish Songs

Special Event

Day	Friday
Date	25th April 2025
Time	19:30 - 21:30
Presenter	Maria Soriano and Nik Barrell (Duo Lingo Social Club)
Cost	£14.00
Room	Main Hall
THIS EVENT IS FULLY BOOKED
Availability	38/50 Places

Event Description
An evening of songs performed in Spanish, with a carefully selected repertoire designed to appeal not only to students learning the language but also to all lovers of the language and culture of the Hispanic world. The admission fee includes a glass of Spanish or South American wine and tapas. The performance will complement Spanish language learning. Songs that reinforce grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation will be incorporated into the performance. The performance will also showcase pronunciation variations across different Spanish-speaking regions, enriching cultural awareness. Beyond the music, the performance will offer insights into the history and cultural significance of the songs, deepening understanding of the language and its roots.
Presenter
Born in Madrid, Maria Soriano is a versatile vocalist with over 30 years of experience performing a rich repertoire of Spanish music. She has performed extensively in Spain and internationally, bringing her voice to audiences in multiple languages, including Spanish, English, Italian, and French. Her performances have spanned historic venues and cultural festivals, always with a deep respect for authenticity and storytelling through song. Now based in the UK, she continues to share the richness of Spanish music, blending her expertise with global influences in Duolingo Social Club. Nik Barrell is a seasoned musician with a deep connection to Spanish and Latin American music. With over 30 years of experience performing and travelling, he has immersed himself in the musical traditions of Cuba, Spain, and other Latin American countries, collaborating with local artists in diverse settings. His performances reflect the rhythms and soul of these regions, blending his own songwriting with the rich traditions he has embraced along the way. Nik’s international career has taken him across Europe and beyond, playing in a variety of musical projects. Now based in Brighton, he brings his global influences to Duolingo Social Club, offering a dynamic and authentic musical experience that celebrates the sounds of the Spanish-speaking world.

Event Description

An evening of songs performed in Spanish, with a carefully selected repertoire designed to appeal not only to students learning the language but also to all lovers of the language and culture of the Hispanic world. The admission fee includes a glass of Spanish or South American wine and tapas.

The performance will complement Spanish language learning. Songs that reinforce grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation will be incorporated into the performance. The performance will also showcase pronunciation variations across different Spanish-speaking regions, enriching cultural awareness. Beyond the music, the performance will offer insights into the history and cultural significance of the songs, deepening understanding of the language and its roots.

Presenter

Born in Madrid, Maria Soriano is a versatile vocalist with over 30 years of experience performing a rich repertoire of Spanish music. She has performed extensively in Spain and internationally, bringing her voice to audiences in multiple languages, including Spanish, English, Italian, and French.

Her performances have spanned historic venues and cultural festivals, always with a deep respect for authenticity and storytelling through song. Now based in the UK, she continues to share the richness of Spanish music, blending her expertise with global influences in Duolingo Social Club.

Nik Barrell is a seasoned musician with a deep connection to Spanish and Latin American music. With over 30 years of experience performing and travelling, he has immersed himself in the musical traditions of Cuba, Spain, and other Latin American countries, collaborating with local artists in diverse settings. His performances reflect the rhythms and soul of these regions, blending his own songwriting with the rich traditions he has embraced along the way.

Nik’s international career has taken him across Europe and beyond, playing in a variety of musical projects. Now based in Brighton, he brings his global influences to Duolingo Social Club, offering a dynamic and authentic musical experience that celebrates the sounds of the Spanish-speaking world.