This is a story of the renowned musician known internationally as the King of Latin Music an instrumental force in the rise of la musica latina and its spread throughout the world. Here are first-person stories that trace Tito's life starting with the early years in New York City through the war years the emergence of the Palladium nightclub as a center of Latin Music and his development as an arranger and bandleader. Tito provides humour history and insights into the music and its masters and discusses the foundation of Latin jazz and the evolution of Mambo Rumba and Danzon. Includes a special Bonus DVD that features never-before-seen footage ofTito discussing his incredible 50-year career as a band leader.
SKU: HL.291404
UPC: 888680926786. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.
This Latin rock song by the great Tito Puente was recorded and made popular in 1970 by Carlos Santana. The Spanish lyrics Bueno pa gozar means It's good for having fun. Your students will have lots of fun with this jazzy arrangement.
SKU: M7.AHW-206
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Mambo Diabolo is one of the Puente mainstay tunes with a jazz muscular horn arrangement at medium tempo. It featues vibes and soprano sax with a solid brass wall on the chorus.
SKU: KJ.JZB363F
Imagine Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers sitting in with Tito Puente's big band, and you've got Blue Mambo! While the rhythmic feel of the tune is absolutely Latin, the primary melody is a 24-bar long-form minor blues. The range of orchestration, from a jazz combo statement of the melody to full ensemble writing, will make it easy for your band to get in the groove of this tune. The accessible solo section has plenty of room, with optional solos for Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, and Guitar. This chart is an impressive opener for any concert or festival performance. Highest trumpet note: B.