Description
Pepe Santana, an Andean musician, emigrated from Ecuador to New York City more than 60 years ago. Missing the music of the Andes Mountains, he connected with fellow musicians to form the band INKHAY. The word means “to tend the fire.” For decades, Santana has kept the flame of South American music alive across the United States. He is the recipient of a 2026 New Jersey Heritage Fellowship.
Produced, Directed and Edited by Nate Reininga for State of the Arts. Director of Photography: Nate Reininga. Additional Camera: Cody Buesing & Jessica Dotson. Production Intern: Gregory Shultz. For State of the Arts. Special thanks to Montclair State University.
