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At the intersection of tradition and youth, just past Mount Pleasant Street, lies Orquesta Manplesa. Named after the Spanish pronunciation of Mount Pleasant, this vibrant salsa band focuses on keeping the musical tradition of Latinos in Washington D.C, especially in this historic neighborhood.
"It's been 20 years since DC's salsa scene had this much energy."
- Salsa DJ Don Q
Vibrant DC-based Salsa Band
Orquesta Manplesa lives by one rule: “keep them dancing.” Their eclectic mix of salsa, spanning different eras and regions, keeps the dance floor alive all night. Orquesta Manplesa puts into music what it means to be from DC – community and joy above all else.
Youngest Salsa Band in Washington D.C.
Don’t let their ages fool you – the District’s youngest salsa band boasts a collective 5 music degrees from Berklee College of Music, Conservatory Nacional De Música (Dominican Republic), Towson University, and Kenyon College.
Boasting a surgical horn section, captivating lead singers, and a groovy rhythm section, Orquesta Manplesa will always deliver an unforgettable performance and keep you dancing all night.
Check out our live performances below to hear the authentic Manplesa sound and spirit all over the nation’s capital and in the wider DMV area.