Latin-Jazz artists and groups
News : Latin-Jazz artists and groups
"The Nature of the Beat" brings together jazz, Latin jazz and rhythm & blues, with Latin rhythms as the unifying force.
Source : topix.net | 2008-08-24 12:40:51.0
Hilario Duran and his Latin Jazz Big Band: From the Heart
Anyone who heard the explosive band put together by multi-instrumentalist Arturo Sandoval shortly after he broke away from the seemingly indivisible Irakere would probably remember the ubiquitous young ...
Source : topix.net | 2008-08-19 01:23:47.0
Pete Escovedo and sons blend Latin, jazz, soul and pop
For Pete Escovedo, making music has always been a family affair. The percussionist, who learned to love music from his father, will perform with his sons Saturday.
Source : topix.net | 2008-08-13 23:06:59.0
Jazz giants swing into Caramoor
Even though he's made almost 20 popular Latin jazz albums and taken his band all over the world, Michel Camilo jokingly says he was the 'best-kept secret in Katonah.' That's because each summer, as the ...
Source : topix.net | 2008-07-31 15:50:38.0
Pearson Park hosting concert series
Grammy Award winner Poncho Sanchez will entertain audiences at Anaheim's Pearson Park Amphitheatre on Saturday, July 26, at 8 p.m. Sanchez is known as the leader of the most popular Latin jazz group in the ...
Source : topix.net | 2008-07-28 15:42:52.0
The Evolution of Latin Jazz
We continue our series on Jazz with a look at the evolution of Latin Jazz. Farai talks with Jose Rizo, host of the show "Jazz on the Latin Side," as well as Grammy award-winning bandleader and congo drummer Poncho Sanchez.
Source : npr.org | 2008-07-18 17:16:00.0
Turiya Mareya and Charlie Chavez at the Baja Jazz Festival
Turiya Mareya and timbalero Charlie Chavez will perform at the Baja Jazz Festival2008 in Tijuana. the concert will take place July 26th at Casa De La Cultura at 9:30 pm
Mareya was raised in the vibrant border of Tijuana and San Diego. She started playing with Mexican dance bands at a young age and later studied Jazz under the direction of Mr. Daniel Jackson, one of the West Coast Jazz Legends. She studied also at the Creative Music School in Woodstock but most of her musical instruction came from the streets, the clubs and fellow musicians. She began playing Latin Jazz with the Tambu International Ensemble, moving to Vera Cruz and living later in Mexico City.
Returning to the border she was active in the jazz and Latin music scenes. In 1992 she became the musical director and pianist for the Kokopelli Lati...Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2008-07-18 13:22:43.0
TELEVISION/FILM: Latin Music USA: A Multi-Media Event Premieres on PBS
From Latin Jazz and Mambo to Salsa, Tejano, Chicano Rock, Latin pop, and Reggaeton, Latin Music USA tells the story of the rise of new American music forged from powerful Latin roots and reveals the often ...
Source : topix.net | 2008-07-16 05:48:28.0
Jazz:Gary Morgan & PanAmericana
The marquee for Gary Morgan & Pan Americana! should read, "Electrifying big band Latin jazz." "Felicidade" , the 20-piece group's second album, is a tour de force of bold writing and playing.
Source : topix.net | 2008-07-07 06:25:36.0
Noted Latin jazz saxophonist victim of Levittown fire
Before the height of the New York City salsa music explosion, Raymond Sambolin was there, saxophone in hand.
Source : topix.net | 2008-06-15 00:02:23.0
Five Albums I Can't Do Without
Pianist Arturo O'Farrill, son of the Latin jazz pioneer Chico O'Farrill, now conducts the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra in New York. He picks five jazz albums which he says changed his life.
Source : npr.org | 2008-05-27 12:25:00.0
FESTIVAL: Latin Jazz Festival at the Greek
Hot Week for Latin Lovers/ Latin Jazz Festival 2008 at the Greek, plus spicy fare at Catalina, Jazz Bakery Saturday night at the Greek Theater brings something called the Los Angeles Latin Jazz Festival 2008, ... via All About Jazz
Source : topix.net | 2008-05-12 13:12:52.0
FESTIVAL: Los Angeles Latin Jazz Festival 2008
Nederlander Concerts in association with Eddie Rodriguez, President of Latin Works Music a Latin concert promotions company, announced that tickets are now on sale at all Ticketmaster locations for The Los ... via All About Jazz
Source : topix.net | 2008-04-07 18:50:59.0
Eddie Palmieri Latin Jazz Band will Perform Six Nights in Seattle
The Pacific Jazz Institute at Dimitriou's Jazz Alley in Seattle presents for six nights, Grammy-winning Latin jazz pianist Eddie Palmieri. Band members are Eddie Palmieri (piano), Conrad Herwig (trombone), Michael Rodriguez (trumpet), Vincent "Little Johnny" Rivero (congas) Orlando Vega (bongo), Yosvany Terry (alto saxophone), José Claussell (timbales), and Luques Curtis (bass). Set times Tuesday and Wednesday are at 7:30PM, Thursday through Saturday at 7:30PM and 9:30PM and Sunday at 7:30PM. Doors open at 6PM Tuesday and 5:30PM Wednesday - Sunday.
The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences awarded Eddie Palmieri's latest release, following results fo...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2008-03-14 07:02:48.0
Arturo Sandoval’s Mambo Mania Big Band at Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley in Seattle
The Pacific Jazz Institute at Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley presents multi Grammy-winning trumpeter Arturo Sandoval with his Mambo Mania Big Band for four nights, February 21 – 24, 2008. Set times Thursday through Saturday are at 7:30pm and 9:30pm and set time on Sunday is at 7:30pm. Doors will open at 6pm on Thursday and 5:30pm Friday – Sunday.
Arturo Sandoval is the king of Latin jazz and one of the world’s most dynamic performers. The Cuban trumpet virtuoso has won four Grammy Awards, six Billboard Awards and an Emmy Award. Sandoval celebrates his Latin side on his latest release ...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2008-02-13 07:19:16.0
Premier promises $12M for Alberta's arts and culture
Backed by a Latin jazz band and a spread of hors d'oeuvres, Alberta Premier Ed Stelmach pledged $12 million for the arts Friday. Unveiling a new cultural policy called the Spirit of Alberta, Stelmach...
Source : venezuelastar.com | 2008-01-26 01:30:25.0
CD/Download Release: Veteran Latin-Jazz Arranger Marty Sheller to...
"Three bands were doing it: Hugo Dickens, Pucho, and Joe Panama. Many musicians from these bands went on to become very influential in the Latin and Latin-jazz scene."
Marty Sheller's long and busy career as a valued arranger-composer-producer for many of the biggest names in Latin jazz and salsa music--including Tito Puente, Willie Coln, Ruben Blades, Hector Lavoe, Larry ... via All About Jazz
Source : topix.net | 2008-01-25 10:50:53.0
Suenos Latin-Jazz -- Azul Oscuro
Interpretation exists as both a necessity and a dangerous path for the Latin Jazz artist. via All About Jazz
Source : topix.net | 2007-12-25 00:58:01.0
"It's a nice exchange between the trumpet, bass and piano, and they're really going to enjoy it"
A year ago, Latin jazz great Eddie Palmieri celebrated his 70th birthday in the 75-seat An die Musik venue on North Charles Street. via Baltimore Sun
Source : topix.net | 2007-12-23 00:55:58.0
Conga Maestro Carlos "Patato" Valdés Dies at 81
Cuban conga master and Latin jazz legend Carlos "Patato" Valdés died Tuesday, December 4th, in Cleveland (Ohio) of respiratory failure.
Born to a musical family in Havana in 1926, Patato grew up playing the Cuban guitar known as tres, as well as the African thumb piano and numerous other instruments. By the time he was a teenager, he was already considered one of the hottest conga players in Cuba, and at a time when American high society regularly vacationed in Havana, Patato became one of the featured players in the country's famed Conjunto Casino. He also played with Chano Pozo, who helped create the Latin jazz movement with Dizzy Gillespie, and with Mongo Santamaría.
He emigrated to the Unite...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2007-12-07 02:54:24.0
Some of the best Afro-Latin music in recent months is coming out of Venezuela on the Cacao label. Venezuelan vibraphonist Alfredo Naranjo combines Latin jazz with grooving son and salsa on his latest CD, the fiery Y El Guajeo. In addition to the participation of one of Caracas' hottest bands, Guajeo, Naranjo also features renowned Nuyorican trombonist Jimmy Bosch.
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2007-12-04 08:25:46.0
Changuito Stirs Venezuela's Musical Passions
Telegrafia sin Hilo (Cacao Music, 2007)
Venezuela's Cacao Música is one of the most impressive finds this year. One of the first CDs available in the US is Telegrafia Sin Hilo, the latest work by Cuban percussion master Changuito. Beautifully packages and recorded in a state of the art facility, Changuito's gem is a voyage through the various musical treasures that have roots in Cuba.
The album begins with an instrumental Afro-Latin jazz piece featuring ...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2007-11-26 08:42:32.0
Formidable Paquito D’Rivera Quintet Opens Wisconsin Union Theater’s Isthmus Jazz Series
Opening this season’s Isthmus Jazz Series with one of this year’s most anticipated concerts, Latin jazz great Paquito D'Rivera brings his esteemed quintet to the Wisconsin Union Theater on Saturday, November 17, at 8 pm.
With nine Grammies, a National Medal for the Arts and an NEA designation as Jazz Master, this clarinet and saxophone player has created more than 30 albums and collaborated with numerous major musicians.
Playing a vibrant blend of jazz, tropical, and traditional Cuban music, D'Rivera is performing with Oscar Stagnaro on the bass, Diego Urcola on trumpet and trombone, Mark Walker on the drums and Alex Brown on the piano. The first three hav...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2007-10-20 08:06:02.0
His Latin Beat Goes on, in a New Home
Arturo O'Farrill, the burly pianist who leads the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra, sat cross-legged and discoursed about the meaning of Latin jazz recently in the top-floor study of his brownstone in Park S...
Source : venezuelastar.com | 2007-10-13 07:55:44.0
Songs that hit the spotHoboken's Mari Rosa delivers sweet tunes
"I definitely set out to create a make-out album. My goal as a band is to give that, a place to make your blood heat up and your spirit cool down"
From '80s pop to folk to classical; it was a long, strange musical trip that led vocalist Mari Rosa to Latin Jazz and Bossa Nova music. via Hudson Reporter
Source : topix.net | 2007-10-03 06:58:19.0
Gato Barbieri at S.O.B.'s World Jazz Cafe
On Sunday, October 14th, S.O.B.’s presents Grammy award-winning Argentine jazz legend Gato Barbieri, kicking off a brand new weekly series, World Jazz Café. World Jazz Café will feature an early and late show every Sunday night, food will be served and the air will be filled with the soothing sounds of jazz musicians from all around the globe.
On October 14th, Gato Barbieri will be celebrating his 75th birthday, along with S.O.B’s 25th Anniversary. The performance will be a spirited one, as Gato and his fans eagerly await the 2008 release of Intimate Portrait: Gato Barbieri, the first comprehensive compilation of his work, which has been restricted until now due to conflicting record companies owning the recordings.
A true ambassador of Latin jazz, Gato Barbieri plays clarinet and ten...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2007-09-28 08:49:55.0
Songs that hit the spotHoboken's Mari Rosa delivers sweet tunes
"I definitely set out to create a make-out album. My goal as a band is to give that, a place to make your blood heat up and your spirit cool down"
From '80s pop to folk to classical; it was a long, strange musical trip that led vocalist Mari Rosa to Latin Jazz and Bossa Nova music. via Hudson Reporter
Source : topix.net | 2007-09-26 19:27:52.0
Alex Garcia's Afromantra -- Espiritu Optimista
When a Latin jazz artist shapes their approach, they can let rhythms drive the sound, or they can incorporate the rhythms into a compositional focus. via All About Jazz
Source : topix.net | 2007-09-25 22:00:41.0
Cuban Trombone Maestro Generoso Jiménez Dies at 90
Cuban trombonist Generoso Jiménez, known throughout the Cuban music and Latin jazz scenes, died on Saturday in Miami, Florida of renal failure. Mr. Jiménez was 90.
Born in Cruces, Cuba on July 17, 1917, Jiménez started his music education early, learning to play the trombone and other instruments. It wasn't long before he set out for the thriving musical landscape of Havana. There he found a musical camaraderie with groups Orquesta Aragón and Chico O'Farrill's band.
It was in 1955 that Jiménez joined Cuban icon Benny More and his big band sound. Jiménez worked as soloist, composer and arranger. He proved to be such a stellar addition to the band that More changed the lyrics to his song "Que ...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2007-09-19 01:14:14.0
Cuban trombonist Generoso Jimenez dies
"Generoso, que bueno toca usted"
Legendary Cuban trombonist Generoso Jimenez, who redefined the role of the trombone in Cuban music and Latin jazz, died Saturday in Miami of renal failure. via Hollywood Reporter
Source : topix.net | 2007-09-17 21:30:26.0
Cuban trombonist Generoso Jimenez dies
(Reuters)
Reuters - Legendary trombonist Generoso Jimenez,
who redefined the role of the trombone in Cuban music and Latin
jazz, died Saturday in Miami of renal failure. He was 90.
Source : Yahoo! News | 2007-09-17 20:54:19.0
Valley Plaza Recreation Center Hosts Latin Jazz Festival and Car Show - News Release
Event at Valley Plaza Recreation Center in North Hollywood LOS ANGELES ? Valley Plaza Recreation Center, a City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facility at 12240 Archwood St. via The City of Los Angeles
Source : topix.net | 2007-09-15 11:57:10.0
Twang's the word on this fair's stage
Other entertainment: Two smaller stages have local entertainment free with fair admission, including Irish folk and bluegrass, blues, Latin jazz, swing and big bands for dancing, rock, and pop. Family...
Source : venezuelastar.com | 2007-08-22 11:08:04.0
Pedrito Calvo In Toronto - Press Release
PEDRITO CALVO and HILARIO DURA N: Together at Lula Lounge! One of the most famous icons of Cuban music meets the ambassador of Latin Jazz in an unprecedented concert on Sunday September 30th at Lula Lounge in ... via MisterBryans
Source : topix.net | 2007-08-20 18:15:06.0
Bobby Sanabria's Latin Jazz Hybrid
Percussionist Bobby Sanabria grew up in the musical melting pot of the South Bronx in New York City. Now, as the leader of a big band, it's no wonder that his brand of Latin jazz mirrors a panoply of Afro-Western styles from all over the Americas.
Source : npr.org | 2007-08-11 19:00:00.0
Master Batá Drummer Esteban Vega “Chacha” Bacallo Dies at 82
Esteban Vega “Chacha” Bacallo, master batá drummer, conga player, multiple ritual drummer, drum carver and creator of drum rhythms passed away on July 17, 2007 at 82 years of age.
Esteban Vega “Chacha” Bacallo, , from Matanzas, Cuba, began playing drums at age 13. As Francisco Aguabella, master batá drummer, conga drummer, ritual drummer and Latin jazz orchestra leader once told me, "“Chacha” was the first person to lay a batá drum on my lap”.
Esteban Vega “Chacha” Bacallo was an inspiration to many drummers around the world and especially in the USA. He was teacher to Francisco Aguabella, Michael Spiro and many unmentionable more.
Esteban Vega “Chacha” Bacallo was a priest who created and consecrated fundame...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2007-08-04 13:16:28.0
Music Review: Former Phish front man Anastasio returns with compelling Latin jazz roots
Trey Anastasio takes a U-turn from being a jam-band maestro - a label he maybe begrudgingly carried into his solo career - to embrace an eclectic mix of Latin and African jazz roots on 'The Horseshoe Curve.' ... via Journal News
Source : topix.net | 2007-07-30 04:34:09.0
Poncho Sanchez brings unique music to Garde
"In the last 20 years, it's been a big explosion"
The American melting pot has created some memorable musical stews during the past century, and Latin jazz percussionist Poncho Sanchez has cooked up more than a few of the concoctions. via Norwich Bulletin
Source : topix.net | 2007-07-26 21:17:54.0
San Francisco: Places to go, people to see
Tonight, the North Beach Jazz Festival hosts Latin Jazz Night at venues in the 1300 block of Grant Avenue. via San Francisco Examiner
Source : topix.net | 2007-07-26 16:36:17.0
Sammy Figueroa and His Latin Jazz Explosion at Jazz and Rib Fest
The legendary percussionist Sammy Figueroa and His Latin Jazz Explosion announced that they will be performing at Columbus, Ohio’s Jazz and Rib Fest, on July 22nd, 2007. Now in its 28th year, this festival is one of the most important jazz gatherings in the world.
The band will be playing music from their Grammy-nominated first album And Sammy Walked In, and their recently released second album, The Magician (both on Savant Records).
After...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2007-07-18 14:12:09.0
Various Artists
Putumayo Presents Latin Jazz (Putumayo World Music PUT265-2, 2007)
Is it world music or is it jazz? Latin jazz has always been difficult to categorize. Some purists find it too ethnic to be jazz. Whatever it is, it's great music. On Putumayo Presents Latin Jazz, the world music public will be able to listen to some of the great masters of Latin jazz.
Although jazz is definitely present in the form of improvisation, Latin jazz is known for its Afro-Latin (primarily Cuban and Puerto Rican) beats and melodies. The compilation includes key historical figures such as Machito and Tito Puente along with artists who are still alive and touring: P...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2007-07-03 08:04:20.0
When the Timbales Are Dreaming
Master timbalero Ernesto Puente was a legendary figure in 20th century Latin music. for decades he performed with the biggest and most influential names in Latin jazz, mambo and salsa. His career followed the evolution of Latin music, from the big band orchestras to smaller combos.
Josephine Powell painstakingly researched Puente's career and has written a fascinating book titled Tito Puente: When the Drums Are Dreaming. Powell begins the book with a chapter dedicated to Spanish Harlem, the famous neighborhood in New York City that is populated by families from the Spanish speaki...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2007-07-02 07:00:32.0
Norman Hedman's Tropique -- Garden of Forbidden Fruit
Norman Hedman is definitely not your typical Latin jazz percussionist. Well into his third decade as a professional musician, Hedman clearly got his start in the world of salsa rhythms and grooves from the ... via All About Jazz
Source : topix.net | 2007-07-01 14:49:06.0
United We Swing
The Spanish Harlem Orchestra is one of the finest salsa and Latin jazz bands in the United States. Its fiery sound, combining fiery brass, a powerful rhythm section, and up to three excellent vocalists, has made it into the top heir to the New York salsa sound.
Spanish Harlem Orchestra creates a big band sound, exploring traditional Cuban genres such as son, guaracha, and cha cha cha. Nine of the songs are original compositions.
"Our music style is the original sound of New York old school "Salsa dura" (heavy salsa) that was played in the early years by our pioneers," s...
Source : worldmusiccentral.org | 2007-06-28 07:20:06.0
CD Review: Putumayo Presents Latin Jazz
Putumayo World Music has been a pioneer in releasing compilations of world music since 1993. via About.com
Source : topix.net | 2007-06-16 11:37:16.0
CD Review: Putumayo Presents Latin Jazz
Putumayo World Music has been a pioneer in releasing compilations of world music since 1993. You'll probably recognize the distinctive, colorful jackets as the ones you're shown in answer to...
Source : about.com | 2007-06-14 21:11:17.0
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