#tito puente

[one-time-i-dreamt]

Tito Puente accidentally broke into my house because the back door was unlocked.

[peninsularian]

Blazing! 1962

[itsmyfriendisaac]

Celia Cruz live at The Apollo 🌹

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[jazzdailyblog]

Mario Bauzá: Pioneering Afro-Cuban Jazz and the Legacy of a Musical Innovator

Introduction: Mario Bauzá, born one hundred and thirteen years ago today on April 28, 1911, in Havana, Cuba, was a pivotal figure in the development of Afro-Cuban jazz. His contributions as a musician, composer, and bandleader helped shape the sound of Latin jazz and left an indelible mark on the world of music. Early Life and Influences: Bauzá, raised in Havana, showed prodigious talent on…

[mtaartsdesign]

Rico Gatson’s “Beacons” (2018) is a series of eight portraits created for the 167 St (B,D) station. The portraits feature renowned historical and cultural figures, celebrating the energy and spirit of individuals who have been influential within the #Bronx community.

The artist’s portraiture work, as well as new paintings exploring geometric pattern and color, are included in his solo exhibition “Spectral Visions” at Miles McEnery Gallery in Manhattan. On view through January 28th.

Photos: Seongh Kwon, Miles McEnery Gallery

[cinnamoncee]

1957

[fangomusic]

Stars in the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

[worldsfastestbear]

If you're gonna cha-cha-cha this is the stuff for that.

[fuchinobe]

Live At The Montreux Jazz Festival 1980 (1980, Latin Percussion Ventures, LPV 474)

[cbjustmusic]

Playing For Change video for “Oye Como Va” with Carlos Santana and Cindy Blackman Santana. _____________________ Oye Como Va Songwriter: Tito Puente

¡Rrr, sabor!

Oye cómo va Mi ritmo Bueno pa' gozar Mulata

Oye cómo va Mi ritmo Bueno pa' gozar Mulata

Oye cómo va Mi ritmo Bueno pa' gozar Mulata

Oye cómo va Mi ritmo Bueno pa' gozar Mulata

¡Uh!

[cmonstah]

Latin music band posters designed by Izzy Sanabria and Walter Velez in the late '60s and '70s. From this terrific New York Times slideshow.

[dozydawn]

Oxana Forova and Paul Killick “Samba” 1995

Brazil by Tito Puente.

[jazzdailyblog]

Tito Puente: The King of Latin Music

Introduction: Tito Puente, born Ernesto Antonio Puente Jr. one hundred and one years ago today on April 20, 1923, in New York City, was a pioneering force in Latin music. Known as the “King of Latin Music,” Puente’s impact on the genre is immeasurable, influencing generations of musicians and audiences worldwide. His career spanned over five decades, during which he released over 100 albums, won…