Bohemia urbana

The sound of Bohemia Urbana emerges from blending the traditional with the modern, using instruments like the charango alongside flamenco guitars and Peruvian cajón. It’s not just a band, but an eight-member ensemble that plays everything from Paraguayan polkas to bossas and reggae, always with one foot in Latin American roots but never staying there. The pianica and tango intertwine with more urban rhythms, creating a unique language where percussion — whether with drums or cajón — carries the rhythmic weight. The lead voice of Jaime Zacher guides this journey, but the real detail lies in how each member contributes their color: Arianna handles audiovisuals and live percussion, while Leandro and Rodney Cords anchor the guitars with a style that ranges from acoustic to electric.

The project began in 2003 as a solo dream of Jaime Zacher, but soon became a collective. What’s curious is that the lineup was formed with friends from his hometown, Ypacarai, and musicians who already had experience in other genres. Alejo Jiménez, for example, brought the charango and flamenco guitars; Ruth Villalba contributed the Peruvian cajón; and Celso “Cachito” Galeano took charge of the bass. The arrival of Derlis Burgos on drums gave the group its final push, completing a sound that today comes alive in live performances with energy hard to match. Even Javier Zacher, Jaime’s brother and vocalist of Salamandra, appears as a guest in some shows, adding vocal layers that enrich the harmonies.