Los Rumberos close out Education Center's Sunday shows

The 2026 Sunday Performing Arts Programs ran the gamut of musical genres.

By Dana Kampa
| 5:00 a.m. March 17, 2026

Flamenco dancer Carolina Esparza performs with Los Rumberos on March 15 at The Education Center for the final Sunday Performing Arts Program installment this season.

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Closing out a 2026 season featuring a wide range of musical genres, Los Rumberos performed at The Education Center's final Sunday Performing Arts Programs on March 15.

The quartet, accompanied by flamenco dancer Carolina Esparza, livened up the stage with its Latin fusion melodies. Among the crowd favorites was "Bésame Mucho," originally written in 1932 by Consuelo Velázquez.

While Esparza tapped out her tunes with a quick step, she was accompanied by band members Randy Bordon on the upright bass, Edsel on percussion (including congas and vocals), Sara Verse on vocals and David Muñoz on flamenco guitar.

Program Director Susan Goldfarb said attendees at this year's performances appreciated the variety.

"It was a very eclectic season, from opera to Broadway to the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe," she said. "We didn't leave out anything."

The center's spring term continues through April 24. See TBIEducationCenter.org for the full brochure.

Singer Sara Verse embraces the moment at the March 15 performance by Los Rumberos.

Flamenco dancer Carolina Esparza sets her feet tapping with Los Rumberos on March 15 at The Education Center.

Flamenco dancer Carolina Esparza uses a fan and lengthy shawl to accentuate her choreography.

Flamenco dancer Carolina Esparza ends her number with a striking pose.

David Muñoz plays the flamenco guitar with Los Rumberos.

Percussionist Edsel keeps time for Los Rumberos on the drums.

Upright bassist Randy Bordon checks the setlist for the next tune with Los Rumberos.

Sara Verse brings her vocal talents to Los Rumberos' performance on March 15 at The Education Center.

Music lovers attend The Education Center's final Sunday Performing Arts Program set of the season on March 15, listening to Los Rumberos.

Carolina Esparza, Randy Bordon, Sara Verse, Edsel, Susan Goldfarb and David Muñoz

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Dana Kampa

Dana Kampa is the Longboat Key neighbors reporter for the Observer. She first ventured into journalism in her home state of Wisconsin, going on to report community stories everywhere from the snowy mountains of Washington State to the sunny shores of the Caribbean. She has been a writer and photographer for more than a decade, covering what matters most to readers.