Hybrid Disc
Paquito D'Rivera, Clarinet, Soprano and Alto Saxophones
Carlos Franzetti, Conducter and Arranger
Portraits of Cuba
[SACD298]
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[ 1] La Bella Cubana [ 2] The Peanut Vendor [ 3] Tu [ 4] Tu Mi Delirio [ 5] No Te Importe Saber [ 6] Drume Negrita [ 7] Portraits of Cuba [ 8] Excerpt From "Aires Tropicales" [ 9] Mariana [10] Como Arrullo De Palmas [11] Echale Salsita [12] Song of My Son [13] Theme from "I Love Lucy" |
Best Latin Jazz Album |
• The compositions on this CD encompass approximately 100 years of Cuban music, ranging from Jose White to Paquito D'Rivera. …
• This absolutely classic jazz recording is a milestone project of Paquito D'Rivera. Arranged by Carlos Franzetti, the large band ensemble provides an orchestral ambiance akin to the legendary Gil Evan sound with Miles Davis, in the classic “Sketches of Spain.” This recording couldn't come at a better time, as it presents an artistic commentary on a national and social transition as it unfolds in a new and evolving Cuba. It is truly a work that will be applauded worldwide as the quality of the writing and performance is at a level few artists are capable of achieving today. Paquito D'Rivera provides some of the most inspired improvisation in his career to date and the material chosen for this recording are familiar classics in the popular Latin music tradition.
• It was a privelege to write for and work with this magnificent virtuoso band, fronted by the amazingly musical Paquito D'Rivera. When David and Norman Chesky approached me to do this project, I knew that it would represent a great challenge. What I didn't know then was what a joyful experience this project would turn out to be. - Carlos Franzetti
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This disc contains three separate versions of the same musical program: • Direct Stream Digital™ Multi-Channel Suround Sound • Direct Stream Digital™ 2-Channel Stereo • CD Standard Stereo |