Brenda Navarrete

Brenda Navarrete is a Cuban-born percussionist, singer, rapper, vocal arranger, and music educator. Far more than just an artist, she is a powerful communicator who connects deep roots with music, legacy, and emotion.

Brenda plays the batá, a double-sided drum from Africa deeply linked with Yoruba traditions, using her art to tell stories that bridge ancestry with contemporary life. Her captivating voice and stage presence transport listeners to a magical musical space. Brenda doesn’t just perform music—she lives, feels, and shares her heritage with a passion that leaves a lasting impression on everyone in the room.