Jean Luis Fortuna stars in emotional tribute to Antony Santos at Casa de Teatro
The renowned Dominican singer-songwriter Jean Luis Fortuna offered an unforgettable evening this past weekend at Casa de Teatro, where the spotlight fell on the musical legacy of Antony Santos. In a night filled with emotion, the artist managed to connect with the attendees through a proposal that fused the essence of bachata with the dynamism of merengue.
The presentation, which was consolidated as a tribute to one of the most influential pillars of the bachata genre, stood out for a carefully selected repertoire that covered the most iconic hits of “El Mayimbe”.
A journey through the hits of a legend
During the event, Fortuna performed a selection of 20 songs, among which stood out classics that have marked the country’s musical history. The setlist included fundamental pieces such as:
- The Little Girl
- Tribute to Carlito
- Guilty Heart
- There Is a Woman
- I’m Going There
- If You Forgot Me My Love
- If Your Affection Is Not Here
- Sleeping Alone
- The Plot of Land
- Hit Me With Your Vice
- Because of My Shyness
The evening was a celebration of Dominican bachata, marked by nostalgia, rhythm, and recognition of Antony Santos’ musical legacy.
Own talent and connection with the audience
In addition to honoring “Bachatú”, Jean Luis Fortuna took advantage of the stage to present songs of his own authorship. The audience had the opportunity to enjoy compositions such as Tu Profesor, Tu Hombre Soy Yo, Tu Perfume en Mi Ropa and Corazón de Piedra, demonstrating the artist’s versatility by intertwining his personal style with the tribute to the national idol.
The night began with a three-minute musical introduction that set the stage for a historical journey, allowing those present to relive key moments of Dominican popular music in an intimate and welcoming atmosphere.
