The indisputable father of what is known today as Latin Jazz, Mario Bauzá recorded “Afro Cuban Jazz” in 1986, Reuning some of the greatest figures of this genre. Paquito D’rivera (alto & soprano sax), Jorge Dalto (piano), Patato Valdés (congas), José A. Fajardo (flute), Ignacio Berroa (drums), Graciela Grillo (vocals) and Claudio Podiiti (trumpet), were only some of the exceptional musicians that graced this masterpiece. A perfect balance between modern and traditional music, “Afro Cuban Jazz” is a fantastic voyage of musical authenticity depicting the unification of jazz and afro-cuban rhythm in its highest form.
Tracklist:
1. Mambo Inn (03:53)
2. Quédate (04:02)
3. El mareito (05:21)
4. Imitaions (04:48)
5. Que falta (03:45)
6. Cubanola (04:01)
7. Dices tú (03:45)
8. Deja que diga la gente (04:12)
Released 2003.