Joaquín
Díaz

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With successful showcases at WOMEX and Babel Med, Joaquin has shared stages with the world’s top world music acts.

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Joaquín
Díaz

famgroup.ca/joaquin-diaz

A two-time JUNO nominated multi-instrumentalist/producer, spoken-word poet, arts educator and community worker. in 2021, he was chosen as the laureate of the 2020 Ontario Arts Foundation Arts Educator Award.

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Joaquin Diaz’s musical journey spans the globe, from the Yukon to Borneo, Siberia to Spain, and across the United States. He has graced renowned festivals such as the Chicago World Music Festival and the Lotus World Music Festival, leaving audiences spellbound with his unique blend of Dominican merengue. He even found himself on the prestigious Arhoolie Records label during his time in San Antonio, Texas, where he absorbed the musical vibes of legends like Flaco Jimenez.

While recent global events have kept the band closer to home, they’re making a comeback in Canada and have exciting plans for a new album. It’s a remarkable journey for a musician whose roots trace back to San Pedro de Macoris in the Dominican Republic, a place known for baseball and accordions.

Joaquin Diaz’s musical odyssey began on the streets of Santo Domingo at just nine years old, and by twelve, he was performing in the capital’s most prestigious venues. In his teens, he showcased his talent at the Pan-American Games in Puerto Rico, accompanying the Dominican Republic’s Ballets Folkloricos.

In 1990, Joaquin brought his accordion wizardry to Montreal, Canada, where he now resides. Whether you’re Latino or not, his devilish and invigorating rhythms are irresistible. Onstage, Joaquin’s light-fingered accordion mastery and soulful vocals make him a standout in the world of traditional folk merengue. His repertoire is a thrilling mix of traditional and original tunes, all infused with his contagious Latin soul.

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“Although the crowd responded positively to all the acts of the night, it was the last two acts that really spurred the capacity crowd to its feet. Joaquin Diaz and his band got the crowd swaying and sashaying to the infectious Afro-Caribbean rhythms of the Dominican Republic.”

Churchill Edwards, Borneo Post, Sarawak Daily News, Malaysia

“Diaz’s meringue has a melodic sensibility… he is a master instrumentalist, expertly skittering through intricate accordion solos…”
Ramiro Burr, Sing Out Magazine, USA
Joaquin Diaz’s musical journey spans the globe, from the Yukon to Borneo, Siberia to Spain, and across the United States. He has graced renowned festivals such as the Chicago World Music Festival and the Lotus World Music Festival, leaving audiences spellbound with his unique blend of Dominican merengue. He even found himself on the prestigious Arhoolie Records label during his time in San Antonio, Texas, where he absorbed the musical vibes of legends like Flaco Jimenez.

While recent global events have kept the band closer to home, they’re making a comeback in Canada and have exciting plans for a new album. It’s a remarkable journey for a musician whose roots trace back to San Pedro de Macoris in the Dominican Republic, a place known for baseball and accordions.

Joaquin Diaz’s musical odyssey began on the streets of Santo Domingo at just nine years old, and by twelve, he was performing in the capital’s most prestigious venues. In his teens, he showcased his talent at the Pan-American Games in Puerto Rico, accompanying the Dominican Republic’s Ballets Folkloricos.

In 1990, Joaquin brought his accordion wizardry to Montreal, Canada, where he now resides. Whether you’re Latino or not, his devilish and invigorating rhythms are irresistible. Onstage, Joaquin’s light-fingered accordion mastery and soulful vocals make him a standout in the world of traditional folk merengue. His repertoire is a thrilling mix of traditional and original tunes, all infused with his contagious Latin soul.

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“Although the crowd responded positively to all the acts of the night, it was the last two acts that really spurred the capacity crowd to its feet. Joaquin Diaz and his band got the crowd swaying and sashaying to the infectious Afro-Caribbean rhythms of the Dominican Republic.”

Churchill Edwards, Borneo Post, Sarawak Daily News, Malaysia

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