Origin
La Habana, Cuba
La Habana, Cuba
La Habana, Cuba
Dionisio Paul Palma: Master of Cuban Folkloric Tradition
Dionisio Paul Palma is one of the most respected and knowledgeable living masters of Cuban folkloric dance. As a principal dancer and longtime teacher with the prestigious Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba (CFNC), his artistry is rooted in the meticulous preservation of Cuba’s spiritual and secular dance heritage.
Mestre Paul is celebrated for his profound command of the entire Cuban canon. This includes all three forms of Rumba (Yambú, Guaguancó, and Columbia), as well as the complete repertoire of the sacred Yoruba/Orisha dances. Having trained alongside legendary figures associated with the CFNC's founding, he represents an unbroken chain of tradition.
Today, he is an essential global educator, traveling the world to transmit the authentic technique, deep cultural context, and philosophical understanding of these unique movement forms. A class with Dionisio Paul Palma is an opportunity to connect directly with the historical and rhythmic heart of Cuba.
