Spanish Harlem Orchestra
Viva La Tradicion (Concord Picante CPI-32263-02, 2010)
Spanish Harlem Orchestra begins a new stage in its career with its first album for Concord Music Group. The Latin music powerhouse has become of the finest exponents of salsa and Latin jazz in the United States. Led by the reputable pianist Oscar Hernandez, the band he has assembled now includes renowned musicians such as trombonist Jimmy Bosch.
Viva La Tradicion (Long Live Tradition) is a tribute to the legendary tropical Latin music masters, but this album is not necessarily about nostalgia. Even though the band plays classic forms such as mambo, bolero and cha cha cha, it also delivers the latest trends in the world of Latin dance music by incorporating hard salsa and fiery Cuban timba.
The phenomenal musical traditions of the Spanish-speaking Caribbean are alive and well in the hands of one of its masters, the Spanish Harlem Orchestra.
Buy the album:
- In North America: Viva La Tradicion. Other recordings available: United We Swing, Un Gran Dia en el Barrio
- In Europe: Viva La Tradicion. Other recordings available: United We Swing, Un Gran Dia en el Barrio
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.
