This outing from Tito Puente is a throwback to Latin-jazz of the 1950s and '60s. Very much a jazz session, most of the selections feature fine solos from trumpeter Charlie Sepulveda, the muscular tenor of Mario Rivera, flutist Dave Valentin and pianist Hilton Ruiz. Drummer Ignacio Berroa and three percussionists really push the ensembles and Puente (on timbales and vibes) has plenty of fine spots. As a bonus James Moody drops by to do a lively version of his "Moody's Mood for Love" (complete with yodeling). It's an ...
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This outing from Tito Puente is a throwback to Latin-jazz of the 1950s and '60s. Very much a jazz session, most of the selections feature fine solos from trumpeter Charlie Sepulveda, the muscular tenor of Mario Rivera, flutist Dave Valentin and pianist Hilton Ruiz. Drummer Ignacio Berroa and three percussionists really push the ensembles and Puente (on timbales and vibes) has plenty of fine spots. As a bonus James Moody drops by to do a lively version of his "Moody's Mood for Love" (complete with yodeling). It's an excellent Latin-jazz set. ~ Scott Yanow, Rovi
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Add this copy of Golden Latin Jazz All Stars: in Session to cart. $25.89, very good condition, Sold by Salzer's Records rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from ventura, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1999 by Rmm Records.
Add this copy of Golden Latin Jazz All Stars: in Session to cart. $30.53, very good condition, Sold by Mojo Electronics rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Shawano, WI, UNITED STATES, published 1999 by Rmm Records.