Master Johnny Ventura never stopped. In the last year he was preparing new songs and shows. One that promised was the juxtaposition between two “rivals” of the industry that went no further than the musical: Johnny Ventura and Wilfrido Vargas.
Almost a month after his departure, the company Alberto Cruz Management announced this Wednesday night the concert “The Legacy of the Horse “, In homage to the legend of the meringue that will take place on Friday, September 24, at the La Festa Theater of the Jaragua Hotel.
This event was already conceived and the “meringue to the drum” performer was preparing. But his son, Jandy Ventura, As well as guest artists, will give you continuity. From 9:00 pm the public will enjoy the music of the master Wilfrido Vargas, “The Meringue Diva” Miriam Cruz and Jandy Ventura “The Legacy”; while the humor will be provided by Felip Polanco “Boruga”, Jochy Sants and Cuquín Victòria.
The animation will be by Domingo Baptista, under the artistic production of the award-winning producer René Brea and the musical direction of the master Henry Jiménez.
Alberto Cruz, executive producer of “The Legacy of the Horse”, said during the press conference held this Wednesday at the Saló Anacaona de Saló “La festa” of the Hotel Jaragua that the show will also be presented on Saturday 25 September at the facilities of Rancho Guacamai, by Monsignor Nouel.
“For us this concert means a lot, because in addition to being the greatest meringue figure of all time, Johnny Ventura was a father to me. The time I stayed in his orchestra I received the advice that every young person starting out in this world of entertainment needs to achieve their goals, ”Alberto Cruz said.
emotional moment
Meringue Miriam Cruz almost cried when she remembered how grateful she is to be a politician and philanthropist, as she was always available on any stage where she invited him, as well as writing several songs for her, including ” It is necessary”.
Cruz said the concert will be ideal to be on stage with Wilfrido Vargas for the first time since 1991.
Jandy Ventura has stated that he will not put on his father’s shoes in the face of the journalists ’insistent question. “No one is going to fill Johnny Ventura’s shoes. Thank God I had 46 years in my father’s band. In those years my father was forging and creating shoes for me that I’m putting on today. day for you to enjoy your music, ”he declared to the applause of the audience.
The producer and composer also thanked the public for their support and company in the difficult times the family has gone through. He said it will be an event of great quality, nostalgia and joy.
Roberto de el Castell, An inseparable companion of Ventura who was with him at the head of the group, had no qualms about confessing that he has spent more time with Johnny’s family than with those who fathered him. He saw the children of the Cavall Major being born and reiterated that “we will make the Horse feel proud wherever he is.”
Henry Jiménez praise the greatness of the artist who recorded over 100 albums. He told Jandy and everyone present that “here I am for the legacy and any honor to the Horse always.”
René Brea said that it will always be an honor to pay tribute to Johnny Ventura.
He had the opportunity to perform the virtual concert “More than a hundred” in 2020 being a total success. “This time we will not have him physically, but I know that he will be by my side from the controls looking and feeling proud for his children, biological and musical, for his orchestra, for his meringue and for colleagues of the ‘genre, which like him have made our music a world rhythm,’ said the renowned show producer.
“The concert will have an emotional charge. It will be the first time that a cheerful, colorful and at the same time emotional concert will be presented. It is a great pleasure for me to work with these stars,” he said.
He questioned whether events like this have so far not had so much backing. However, after Johnny’s death “many brands rode in the wave,” he noted.
He highlighted the participation of two of the greatest comedians of all time: Cuquín Victoria and Felip Polanco “Boruga”. “Having the dynamic humor duo is always a luxury.”
Indeed, “Merengue to the Drum” will be danced as only Johnny Ventura knew how to do.