MARZOS & MATEO, winners of the 18th edition of the Syli d'Or World Music Competition and recipients of the Afropop Worldwide Award 2025, present a concert rooted in their Latin American origins and Afro-Caribbean heritage, combining original compositions with salsa classics.

MARZOS, a modern salsa dura ensemble from Montreal, brings together the power of a large-format orchestra with a contemporary approach to Afro-Caribbean traditions. Known for its precision, musical direction and energetic performances, the ensemble develops an original sound rooted in the diverse musical heritage of the Latin American diaspora.

MATEO, a Colombian singer-songwriter, performer and guitarist, brings his own contemporary perspective to Latin music, blending Afrobeat, alternative rock, electro and Afro-Colombian sounds.