Date of Establishment

1983

Mission

Los Pleneros de la 21 (LP21) is a community-based performing ensemble and non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the cultural legacy of Afro-Puerto Rican musical traditions, particularly bomba and plena. Their mission is to educate, engage, and inspire communities through accessible public performances, cultural workshops, and educational initiatives that foster appreciation for Puerto Rican heritage

Contribution to Puerto Rican Culture

LP21 has been at the forefront of revitalizing bomba and plena in Puerto Rican and Nuyorican communities for over 40 years. They have performed on global stages, including the Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall, and The Kremlin, and have influenced new generations of musicians and cultural ambassadors. Their Grammy-nominated work, along with their extensive educational programs for youth and adults, has ensured that bomba and plena remain vibrant and evolving traditions. LP21’s contributions have solidified their reputation as New York’s premier ambassadors of Puerto Rican folk music, shaping the cultural landscape for future generations​.