El Caobo Internacional connects communities through music, dance, and language - celebrating the shared traditions of Latin and African American culture.
El Caobo — Curator of Latin and African American Musical Traditions, Music Curator and Spanish Language Educator
El Caobo (Earl Hall) is a Chicago-based music curator, DJ, dance instructor, and Spanish language educator. He brings people together through music, dance, and language, drawing from both Latin and African American traditions. As a Spanish educator and interpreter, he helps learners develop real-world communication skills grounded in cultural understanding and confidence. Through his events, performances, and teaching, El Caobo builds bridges between communities while fostering vibrant cultural connections across the United States.
Former official salsa DJ representing the legendary Fania Records catalog.
Also a licensed Spanish teacher and experienced interpreter, El Caobo brings the same depth of knowledge and cultural insight to language instruction.
Former official salsa DJ representing the legendary Fania Records catalog.
Also a licensed Spanish teacher and experienced interpreter, El Caobo brings the same depth of knowledge and cultural insight to language instruction.
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ECI TUESDAY MAMBO SALSA BACHATA & MORE
Starts: May 26, 2026 (weekly)
Pier 31 Chicago
Starts: May 26, 2026 (weekly)
Pier 31 Chicago
EXPLORE WHAT WE OFFER
Music, dance, language, and culture — all in one place.
🎧 Events & Music
Experience curated events rooted in salsa, bachata, soul, and R&B — where music brings people together.
Experience curated events rooted in salsa, bachata, soul, and R&B — where music brings people together.
💃 Dance
Learn to move with confidence through guided instruction, social dancing, and real connection on the dance floor.
Learn to move with confidence through guided instruction, social dancing, and real connection on the dance floor.
🗣️ Spanish Language
Build real-world communication skills through language learning grounded in culture and connection.
Build real-world communication skills through language learning grounded in culture and connection.
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Stay informed with reflections on music, culture, and language, along with updates on events, classes, and new opportunities to connect.
Stay informed with reflections on music, culture, and language, along with updates on events, classes, and new opportunities to connect.
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El Caobo / The Duke of Earl spinning at Grant Park, downtown Chicago
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