Freight Train Blues: Orquesta K’Che

Orquesta K’Che

Orquesta K’che is the Triangle area’s most dynamic and sought-after Latin dance band! This powerhouse 12-piece ensemble brings the authentic heat and energy of Latin America right to the stage. Led by founder Billy Marrero, Orquesta K’che delivers a non-stop, high-energy mix of Salsa, infectious Merengue, rhythmic Cumbia, and sophisticated Latin Jazz. Known for their professional sound and incredible ability to keep the public dancing, this is North Carolina’s ultimate Latin party band

Elizabeth Cotten’s Freight Train Blues 2026

Music Maker Foundation and the Town of Carrboro, N.C. proudly present Elizabeth Cotten’s Freight Train Blues series of live concerts every Friday evening between May 15 and June 12, 2026 at the Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street. The series is made possible with support from The Forests at Duke, North Carolina Public Radio – WUNC, and the North Carolina Arts Council.

Bring your picnic, lawn chairs and blankets for a FREE evening of live music on the lawn. Public parking is available and free in downtown Carrboro.

Elizabeth Cotten’s Freight Train Blues series honors Elizabeth “Libba” Cotten’s legacy in the world of roots music by emphasizing the cultural diversity, complexity, and vitality of her music and the music of many other artists local to her community and all over the country.