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Bebo Valdés, one of the giants of Cuban music of the 1950s and the father of pianist Chucho Valdés, has lived in Stockholm since the early '60s, including 34 years on which he did not record, playing in anonymity. His rediscovery in the 1990s was a major event, and this two-CD set is one of the high points of his career. Utilizing an all-star group, Valdés (who was 86 at the time) debuts his eight-part "Suite Cubana" and also plays a variety of shorter pieces on the second CD, subtitled "El Solar de Bebo," with a combo. The music, particularly on the first CD, is a bit reminiscent of the music that he performed in Cuba in the 1950s, but it includes more modern solos and a heavier emphasis on jazz. The strong melodies, colorful improvisations, and exciting ensembles make Bebo de Cuba a classic. In addition, this superb package includes a bonus 22-minute DVD that tells the story behind this project. Bebo de Cuba is essential for all fans of Afro-Cuban jazz. ~ Scott Yanow
Personnel: Bebo Valdés (piano); Edgardo Miranda (guitar, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, tres); Paquito d'Rivera (clarinet, sopranino saxophone, alto saxophone); Bobby Porcelli (alto saxophone); Mario Rivera, Bob Franceschini (tenor saxophone); Pablo Calogero (baritone saxophone); Diego Urcola, Ray Vega , Michael Mossman, Raul Agraz, John Walsh (trumpet); Juan Pablo Torres, Luis Bonilla, Papo Vazquez, Douglas Purviance (trombone); John Benítez (bass guitar); Steve Berrios (drums, timbales); Dafnis Prieto (drums); Milton Cardona (congas); Joe Gonzales, Andy González (bongos, guiro); Rickard Valdés, Jimmy Delgado (timbales).
JazzTimes (p.96) - "[S]umptous....BEBO DE CUBA shows off the living master to dazzling effect, making clear Valdes' still-brilliant virtuosity and empathy." Bebo Valdes Bebo De Cuba Songs | | Bebo De Cuba CD DISC 1: |
| 1. | Ar Ni Froken Pehrson? (Intro) |
| 2. | Cachao, Creador del Mambo |
| 3. | Devocion |
| 4. | El Son de Cecilio |
| 5. | Ecuacion |
| 6. | Copla No 4 |
| 7. | Nocturno en Batanga |
| 8. | Ar Ni Froken Pehrson? (Comparsa) |
| | Bebo De Cuba Songs DISC 2: |
| 1. | El Solar de Bebo |
| 2. | Kabul y Lorenzo |
| 3. | Mayra, A |
| 4. | El Quitrin (Haciendo Patria) |
| 5. | La Mula |
| 6. | Iballah |
| 7. | Rose Marie |
| 8. | De Baracutey |
| 9. | Miriam |
| 10. | El Guajeo de Rickard |
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