From Madison, Wisconsin, the music of Groupo La Séptima Alianza is characterized by a fresh and modern take on Latin tropical and regional Mexican music. Groupo La Séptima Alianza plays a variety of music such as Cumbia (folkloric rhythm and dance from Colombia), Norteña (Mexican music from Northern Mexico), Quebradita (a Mexican dancing and music style), and Zapateada (dance styles of Mexico, with a lively rhythm punctuated by the striking of the dancer’s shoes). The group’s director, Omar Miranda remarks, “We do not want to focus on just one kind of music, because our Latino community is very diverse in musical tastes.”

The Sounds of Summer outdoor concert series has been supported by MAC Corporate Underwriter Colony Brands, Inc. and Season Media Underwriter Big Radio, with additional support from David & Julie Buchanan, Deb Thompson, David & Janeen Balber, Paul & Sue Barrett, Hans & Bobbie Bernet, Kevin & Chris Callahan, Bill & Elaine Bethke, Mike Furgal, John & Donna Glynn, Ken Klassey, Jane Paradowski, Tom & Karen Vale, Barb Woodriff & Pete Guenther.