Protect the Web is a project organized by Hector Vaca Cruz of Action NC.  The project brings together Charlotte area creatives to explore artistic and creative activism specifically in response to the attacks on our local and national immigrant and refugee communities. 

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The Artists: 

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Claudio Ortiz (percussion)

Claudio Ortiz is a Charlotte-based musician and percussionist whose work centers on rhythm as a tool for connection and collective expression. Born to a Puerto Rican mother and Venezuelan father, he blends Latin American traditions with contemporary, participatory performance. As a member of Bravo Pueblo, he brings ancestral sounds to life while championing Charlotte’s local music scene. His approach transforms everyday objects into instruments, making rhythm accessible and inviting audiences to actively engage.

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Jessica Maria Canta (Vocals)

Jessica Maria Canta is a bilingual singer, songwriter, and community organizer blending soul, R&B, and movement music with her Mexican roots. Her work draws from everyday life—love, identity, and relationships with ourselves and others—grounded in stories of resilience and collective power.

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Through Canta, she creates participatory performances where audiences are invited to sing, chant, and reconnect with their voice, transforming music into a shared, collective experience.