Nachito Herrera Discography of CDs

Nachito Herrera songs Track Listing of songs: Introduction; Spain in the Twins; Speak No Evil; Yes or No; Afro 6/8; Tulipan; Danzan Para Aurora; ...

Nachito Herrera CD discography Pianist Nachito Herrera and his versatile ensemble explore a wide variety of Latin music on this continually colorful set, Bembé en Mi Casa. The majority of the selections are Afro-Cuban jazz with a few of the numbers being vocal salsa pieces. Modern jazz is not neglected, nor is the traditional sound of Cuban music of the '50s; all of it contains rich melodies and has the feel of a memorable party. While there are many highlights, Herrera's showcase on the solo piano piece "Capullito de Aleli" takes honors. Recommended to any listeners interested in spirited Latin music. ~ Scott Yanow Biography Widely recognized as a young genius, Ignacio "Nachito" Herrera stunned Cuban audiences at the age of twelve, performing Rachmaninoff's Concerto No. 2 with the Havana Symphony Orchestra. His love of classical music quickly combined with traditional Cuban rhythms under the instruction of the Cuban masters-Ruben Gonzi¡lez, Jorge Gomez Labrana, and Frank Ferni¡ndez. In his twenties, Nachito became the musical director at the famous "Tropicana" in Cuba where he continued to deepen his repertoire. In the late 1990's, Nachito joined the famed Cubanismo as its lead pianist, arranger, and musical director while cultivating a passion, talent and reputation in Latin Jazz; a striking influence in his music today. Nachito has toured, performed, and shared the stage with exceptional musicians: Michel Camilo, Michael Tainer, Tata Quines, Carlos de Puerto, Tito Puentes, Oscar de Leon, Giovanni Hidalgo (Mananguito), Emilio del Monte, Jesus Alemany, Yellowjackets and many others. In addition to being a talented and engaging performer, Nachito has been involved in fifteen different album projects in ...

Nachito Herrera albums Track Listing of songs: Rumba Africana; A Puerto Padre; De Artemisa Para Nuevo York; Con Sentimiento Cubano; Cha-Cha-Cha-1-2; Night in Tunisia; Como Fue; Un Dia en la Habana; Tribute to Lecuona; My Funny Valentine;

Nachito Herrera CD discography Afro-Cuban Latin Jazz Project: Jesús Diaz (vocals, congas, bata, percussion); Juan Carlos Portillo (upright bass); Raul Pineda (drums, timbales). Audio Mixer: Dave Weckl. Liner Note Author: Jesús Diaz. Recording information: Cutucutu Studios, Long Beach, CA (2006). Photographer: David Belove. Arrangers: Gustavo Ramirez; José Carlos Acosta; Raul Pineda. Personnel: Dany Labana (guitar); Nachito Herrera (flute, keyboards); Bob Mintzer (saxophone, tenor saxophone); Gustavo Ramirez (piano, keyboards, guiro).