From Buenos Aires to Brooklyn, Juana Luna is a cantora, songwriter and community artist. She navigates the rich landscapes of traditional Argentine music, tango, boleros and world music, blending them with her unique voice and perspective.
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Most recently, she has recorded duets with renowned Argentine guitarists Juan Falú and Federico Díaz: “La Alpachireña” on Falú’s album Tucumano Soy, and “En una de esas” on Díaz’s album Adentro.
In September 2024, she released her album Canciones en Blanco y Negro through Folkalist Records at Lincoln Center’s David Rubenstein Atrium, followed by a performance at The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.
The album, which represents two years of songwriting and production, showcases her distinctive voice across a spectrum of traditional and contemporary styles.
Luna’s work as a composer and songwriter has also been recognized through commissions from Berklee Press and Carnegie Hall. Her compositions and collaborations highlight the continuity of her artistic vision, whether performing solo, recording with celebrated musicians, or creating music for young audiences.
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A passionate early childhood educator, Juana has spent over a decade performing and creating music for the youngest listeners. She has appeared as a lead singer and actress in several immersive baby operas at Carnegie Hall, including Huddle and Camille’s Rainbow, designed for children ages 0–3.
Her work combines storytelling, improvisation, interactive play, and high-quality music, aiming to create meaningful artistic experiences for babies and toddlers. She is also part of Carnegie Hall’s Big Note Little Note and The Lullaby Project, collaborating with families and artists worldwide to explore the transformative power of music.
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Press Quotes
“With roots in Buenos Aires and a home base in Brooklyn, Juana Luna is a driven, passionate, and charismatic songwriter who knows a thing or two about crafting powerful lyrics and amazing melodies, as well as interpreting classic South American styles.
(…) Luna’s sound is very direct and energetic, yet intimate and emotional”
The Journal of Roots Music NO DEPRESSION Magazine