NUBE - “cloud” in Spanish - is a unique, eclectic ensemble that exquisitely blends contemporary Latin American and world music. Co-founders Paraguayan harpist Nicolás Carter and Argentinean guitarist Renato Lombardi fuse the dynamic rhythms of Latin America with musical elements from around the globe.

Nube’s soulful blending of Latin American melodies, acoustic string instrumentation, and a variety of percussion elements typical of the Americas, reveals an array of textures and contrasting musical landscapes that evokes both the warmth of South American ambience as well as a space for introspection and contemplation. Nube offers an extensive repertoire of world music that ranges from exuberant rhythms and joyful melodies to soulful, soothing, and relaxing musical landscapes.

Nube ensemble has captivated the hearts of their listeners throughout the upper Midwest, often receiving standing ovations. The musicians engage audiences in a genuine and thoughtful manner, connecting with their public via on-stage personal exchanges. The far-reaching talents of Nube’s members include promoting Latin American culture through the arts and arts education. Audiences of all ages are taken on a journey and invited to enjoy the beauty of the music and the easy, warm and intimate manner in which it is shared.

Bios

Nicolas Carter, Paraguayan level harp
Nicolas Carter was raised in Paraguay where he learned to play the harp, the national folk instrument. He has been composing, recording and performing harp music for over 20 years and has recorded nearly a dozen albums in the United States, Europe and South America, both as a solo artist and with a variety of Latin American and world music ensembles. Nicolas holds a Master of Fine Arts degree in theatre directing from the University of Minnesota and was a Fulbright scholar in France.

Renato Lombardi, guitar
Living in the United States since 1992, Renato Lombardi is an accomplished artist, musician and educator. He has designed and produced multi-media projects that included art, music, theatre and poetry. Incorporating different rhythms and instruments from around the Americas he has been playing with different ensembles for more than 20 years. Renato has recorded, arranged and produced music in Argentina and in the United States.

Videos of Nube in performance

Stagenorth Theater, Washburn, WI - April 2009

Dreamland Arts Theater, St. Paul, MN - March 2009

318 Cafe, Excelsior, MN - February 2009