“Candombe – its Pain and Joy”

Recent work by Claudio Altesor

October 24 – November 22, 2015

The Loft Artists Gallery

575 Pacific Street

Stamford, CT

Opening Reception

Saturday, 24th 5-8 PM
Gallery Open Saturdays and Sundays 1-4:30 PM

“Candombe – its Pain and Joy” is a series of 12 paintings and drawings produced by artist Claudio Altesor over a period of 12 months. The exhibition will be presented the East Gallery at The Loft Artists Gallery, 575 Pacific Street, Stamford, CT. The show will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from October 24th through November 22nd. There will be a reception, open to the public on Saturday, October 24th, from 5 to 8 PM. Admission and Parking are free.

Altesor describes the project “As a historical review of the key moments that led to the birth of Candombe, a musical rhythm born in Uruguay with strong African roots. On a journey from Africa to “Las llamadas” (drum parade) in Montevideo, each work reflects moments and feelings that were then the foundation of Candombe music”. Altesor’s goal is to diffuse the history of Candombe and its rhythm to you.

In addition to this exhibition, the Loft Artists West Gallery will be featuring the works of Claudio Altesor, Margot Bittenbender, Lucienne Buckner, Oksana Tanasiv and Pierrette Wagner in a group show entitled “A Mix of Five” .

The Loft Artist Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to building connections within Fairfield County’s visual arts community and exposing the general public to culture and artistic work. Their events attract thousands of visitors throughout the tri-state region and have been recognized by funding agencies including the Connecticut Commission for the Arts, corporate and private sponsors, the City of Stamford and visitors who support year after year.

For directions and more information please visit www.loftartists.com or call 203 247-2027