Meet Jairo Esquina, music teacher at La Escuelita del Ritmo in Portobelo, Panama 
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In this historic coastal town, music is a central part of community life and cultural heritage.
La Escuelita del Ritmo focuses cultural preservation and youth empowerment offering free classes in percussion, instruments, singing, and dance to strengthen identity, creativity, and community opportunities. Founded in 2010 by Gladys Palmera, La Escuelita del Ritmo began collaborating with PFCF in 2022.