[(Afro-Cuban Jazz: Great Musicians, Influential Groups )] [Author: Scott Yanow] [Dec-2000]

by Scott Yanow author of The Jazz Singer and Bebop

Through anecdotal biographies and evocative photos, this book by jazz author extraordinaire Scott Yanow portrays every key Afro-Cuban Jazz innovator past and present, plus other jazz artists influenced by this infectious music. Also includes reviews and ratings of recordings that make (or don't make) the cut, and essays packed with historical insight not found in other guides. Musicians covered Tito Puente, Cal Tjader, Willie Bobo, Machito, Poncho Sanchez, Chucho Valdes, Arturo Sandoval, Mongo Santamaria, Gato Barbieri, Eddie Palmieri, and many more.

Genres: Music

Unknown Binding

First published January 30, 2000