In Puerto Rico, the Christmas "parranda" – in which musicians show up unannounced to play at homes – has been on the decline. A group of young people is keeping it alive in one mountain town. In ...

The parranda — a holiday-season tradition in the Caribbean and Latin American countries — was a new sight to see along Fayette Street in December. A parranda sings Christmas carols in front of a live ...

Singer Betsayda Machado is a commanding presence in “¡Viva La Parranda!” The musical transports the audience to El Clavo and is staged as a backyard get together. Produced by Miami New Drama, the show ...

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In Puerto Rico, a beloved holiday tradition is the parranda. During the Christmas season, a group of your friends and family can show up at your front door at any time for an impromptu musical party.