The Sonic World of Harlem in Havana:
Sound carries what images cannot. It holds rhythm, memory, and movement across time. This page brings together the music that shaped Harlem in Havana—both the sounds that defined the era and the works created to trace its legacy.
Harlem in Havana Mixtape: Press Play
This mixtape traces the sound of Harlem in Havana across decades—moving through blues, jazz, Latin rhythms, and early R&B. Each era carries its own pulse, echoing the stages, cities, and performers who brought the show to life. Learn more.
Featured Song: “Harlem in Havana” by Joni Mitchell :
A song by Joni Mitchell lives here as a point of reflection. While not part of the original Harlem in Havana soundscape, it carries an emotional resonance that connects to this work—bridging memory, storytelling, and the feeling of looking back. Learn more.
Together, these sounds form a living archive—one that moves, shifts, and continues to echo beyond the stage.
HARLEM IN HAVANA PROJECT 