The twentieth century left Venezuela with the worst tragedy that happened in Latin America. Mud, rocks and trees came down the mountains and destroyed everything in their path, the state of Vargas and the Central Coast were devastated. Thousands of persons died and thousands more became refugees and many of them lost their families. In Caracas, and the states Miranda, Falcon and Yaracuy the floodings and mudslides were also extensive and took numerous lives. In a spontaneous way, many Venezuelan persons living in The Netherlands, with the support of the Venezuelan Embassy, took action to collect clothes, medicines and food. The pain that I felt seeing the brothers and sisters of my country in such a tragic situation inspired me to compose these songs, with which I wanted to bring a message of hope and support for the recovery of Venezuela. The money collected from the sales of the CD went to the account number 7447 "Slachtoffers modderstroom Venezuela" from the Dutch Red Cross. I feel privileged that through the music we could help our people and in the name of Venezuela I would like to thank you for having supported this initiative. "Reconstrucción" is a piece, which invites to reflect about the historical political and social problems of Venezuela. "Reconstrucción" invites to look back at a past full of egoism and corruption and tells about the need to change to a future of brotherhood, honesty and humanity. This tragedy taught us to be a unity without distinctions of social class, color, religion or politic preference. "¡Ay! Venezuela" gives a message of support and solidarity to our people. "Descarga por la Vida" is a piece full of strength and cheerfulness, main characteristics of Venezuelan people. With it, we want to express the joy of life and the wish to
rebuild life in Venezuela with love.