Flamenco Jazz Meets Cuban Son

Marta Valdes and Chano Dominguez - Tú no sospechas
Marta Valdes and Chano Dominguez – Tú no sospechas

Málaga, Spain – The finest jazz pianist in Spain, Chano Domínguez, known for his deep Flamenco roots,  has recorded songs by one of the leading songwriters from Cuba, Marta Valdés.

The Cuban songwriter’s songs were recorded by Benny Moré, Bola de Nieve, Elena Burke, Omara Portuondo, Pablo Milanés, Vicentico Valdés, Miriam Ramos, Frank Emilio, Emiliano Salvador, Hilario Durán and Gonzalo Rubalcaba.

Even though she is not a professional singer herself, Valdés sings on the Chano Domínguez album.  The title is Tú no sospechas, released by Karonte-El Europeo. It also includes a book.

Author: Angel Romero

Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
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