Putumayo Presents: Latin Jazz
A mixture of Afro-Cuban rhythms and jazz style come together on Latin Jazz, a lively collection of songs by masters of the genre. The artists featured on Latin Jazz represent an honored cast of musicians ranging from early pioneers of the genre to those who have helped it remain a viable force for more than 60 years. Machito, a contemporary of Dizzy Gillespie and Duke Ellington, was a pioneering bandleader who helped deepen the bond between Afro-Cuban music and American jazz. His classic track "Congo Mulence" opens the album and features fellow jazz legend Cannonball Adderley. Other legendary figures on the album include Tito Puente, whose mastery of the timbales combined with old-fashioned showmanship kept his music fresh and relevant over the years, and Eddie Palmieri, whose piano techniques put him in the same league as jazz legends Thelonious Monk and McCoy Tyner. He teams here with Brian Lynch on "Guajira Dubois," a game of musical tag between Palmieri's piano and Lynch's trumpet. The driving rhythm behind most Latin jazz comes from its powerful percussion, and Latin Jazz showcases some of the finest in this field. Master conguero (congo player) Poncho Sanchez leads one of the most popular Latin jazz groups in the world. His seasoned ensemble contribute the cool energy of "El Sabroson", while Ray Barretto covers the classic "Summertime." Considered the "godfather of Latin jazz," Barretto was the first Latino to have a Latin hit on the American Billboard Charts. Other luminaries on the album include Hilton Ruiz, a former child prodigy who appeared at Carnegie Hall at the age of 8, Chocolate Armenteros, the legendary Cuban trumpet player, and Manny Oquendo & Libre, who represent a multigenerational dynasty of Latin music. Icelandic double-bassist Tómas R. Einarsson, and New York icon Chico Alvarez round out the collection.
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- 4/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Jul-24-2008
- Great
Love this CD. Great background music. Nice variety. Fabulous Latin Beat! Don't hesitate - get it!
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- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Sep-07-2007
- Music with mojo
Latin jazz has a long&storied presence in American music. From Carlos Santana dabbling in jazz fusion despite Clive Davis' discouragement to the current popularity of Bebel Gilberto and the J.Lo/Marc Anthony biopic about salsa singer...
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- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Aug-27-2007
- Putumayo Presents: Latin Jazz
I find that this record meets my Latin Jazz Total. I Recommend to all of your Clients. BUY IT FOR YOURSELF AND BE SURPRISED! ALL OF THE ARTIST ARE VERY GOOD.
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- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Jul-16-2007
- Great compilation!
This music is a fun combination of latin rhythms and jazz. It almost begs you to dance!
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- 4/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Jul-24-2008
- Great
Love this CD. Great background music. Nice variety. Fabulous Latin Beat! Don't hesitate - get it!
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