Washington:
The White House swayed to Latin beats, as President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama hosted Hispanic musicians and singers on the mansion's south lawn.
"Even though it is constantly evolving and changing, Latin music speaks to us in a language we all can understand, it moves us, and it tends to make us move a little bit ourselves," Obama said in welcoming his guests at the "Fiesta Latina" gala on Tuesday.
"In the end, what makes Latin music great is the same thing that's always made America great: the unique ability to celebrate our differences while creating something new."
Performing stars at the event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month included Gloria Estefan, Marc Anthony and Los Lobos, while guests delighting in the lively rhythms included Supreme Court justice Sonia Sotomayor, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis and Interior Secretary Ken Salazar.
Fiesta Latina is part of the Obamas' plans to host a music series at the White House.
They have already held jazz and country music concerts and a classical performance is planned for November 4.
"Even though it is constantly evolving and changing, Latin music speaks to us in a language we all can understand, it moves us, and it tends to make us move a little bit ourselves," Obama said in welcoming his guests at the "Fiesta Latina" gala on Tuesday.
"In the end, what makes Latin music great is the same thing that's always made America great: the unique ability to celebrate our differences while creating something new."
Performing stars at the event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month included Gloria Estefan, Marc Anthony and Los Lobos, while guests delighting in the lively rhythms included Supreme Court justice Sonia Sotomayor, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis and Interior Secretary Ken Salazar.
Fiesta Latina is part of the Obamas' plans to host a music series at the White House.
They have already held jazz and country music concerts and a classical performance is planned for November 4.
