**Who:** You, Me, Introverts United, & acclaimed Afro-Cuban Jazz Duo "OKAN"
**What:** Our first *"Artist Spotlight"* (before Thursday's performance)
**When:** Sunday, August 3rd @ 7pm-8pm (ending flexible)
**Where:** On ZOOM

**Introverts United** is a welcoming space where virtual connections turn into real-life communities & friendships. We start by meeting online to get to know each other—then connect in person at exciting events right here in Fort Collins, Colorado.

## **🎉 Launching This Week!**

We’re kicking things off with a week of online meetups—culminating in a live, in-person gathering to welcome the acclaimed Afro-Cuban Jazz duo Okan at Bohemian Nights, Thursday, August 7th.

## **🎤 Artists Spotlight: Meet Okan on Zoom!**

**Sunday, August 3rd at 7pm**
Join us for our very first “Artists Spotlight” Zoom gathering! Elizabeth Rodriguez and/or Magdelys Savigne—the powerhouse duo behind Okan—will be sharing their journey, answering your questions, and offering behind-the-scenes insight into their music. Don’t miss this unique chance to connect directly with the artists!

**Let’s PREPARE to Meet the Artists, get to know their Music, and each other:**
Check out our other MEETUP events *earlier* *this week* (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) so we can prepare to meet the artists on Sunday night.

Each session will highlight different music, thought-provoking questions, and fresh faces. **The more sessions you attend, the richer our experience will be**—both at the *Artists Spotlight* and the live show. Join us online to:

* Enjoy Okan’s vibrant music and lyrics
* Experience guided group conversations designed for the introvert: turn taking; right to pass; comfort in silence; no one dominates; every voice is heard.
* Connect through 1:1 breakout rooms for deeper, individual exchanges.

**Then...Attend the Artists Spotlight on Sunday & the live concert the following Thursday (Aug 7th).** **We'll already know the band, their music, and each other, for a richer, more engaging experience.**

## **Come On Your Own—or Invite Someone New**

Feel free to join any or all pre-concert Zoom workshops on your own; this event was created with you in mind.

Alternatively, you might invite someone—a stranger you meet at a coffee shop, an introverted acquaintance you’d like to know better, or even a family member or friend with whom you’d like to share the experience.

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## **🗓️ Meetup Summary:**

## **Prepare to Meet the Artists (On Zoom)**

* Friday, August 1st at 7pm
* Saturday, August 2nd at 10am
* Sunday, Aug 3rd at 8am

## **Meet the Artists (on Zoom)**

* Artists Spotlight with Okan: Sunday, August 3rd at 7pm

## **In-Person Gathering**

* *Bohemian Nights at Old Town Square:* Thursday, August 7th—We’ll start gathering at 6pm for the 7pm concert. (*see separate Meetup Event*)

**Join us for music, conversation, and new connections!**

Eric Vik Johnson

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Elizabeth Rodriguez and Magdelys Savigne are the dynamic Cuban-born duo behind OKAN, an acclaimed Afro-Cuban jazz ensemble based in Toronto.

Elizabeth is a classically trained violinist who once served as concertmaster of Havana’s Youth Orchestra, while Magdelys is an accomplished percussionist and vocalist from Santiago de Cuba, with honors in orchestral percussion from Havana’s University of the Arts.

The two met in Canada in 2016 while part of the band Maqueque and went on to form OKAN in 2017. Their music fuses Afro-Cuban spiritual traditions, jazz, folk, and global rhythms, with vocals in Spanish, Yoruba, and Spanglish, creating a powerful blend that explores themes of immigration, resistance, love, and identity.

OKAN's work challenges cultural and social norms, advocating for freedom of expression, queer rights, and gender equality.

OKAN has earned multiple accolades including Juno Awards and Grammy nominations. Their 2023 album Okantomi received critical acclaim and continued to build their reputation as innovative artists who connect deeply with audiences through mesmerizing harmonies, virtuosic musicianship, and evocative lyrics.

Together, Elizabeth and Magdelys bring a fresh, vibrant voice to Afro-Cuban and Latin jazz, making them an inspiring and transformative presence in the world music scene.



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