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Chuchito Valdes

Chuchito Valdés,
following in the footsteps of his famed father Chucho Valdés and
grandfather Bebo Valdés, continues the legacy of great piano
players form Cuba.
With influences of Caribbean rhythms and jazz, Chuchito creates an
exciting and energetic blend of spicy music that drives audiences
wild. This piano master captivates with his sensitivity and
drives excitement with his dynamic band.
Chuchito has recorded and performed piano with the world renown Cuban
band, Irakere, which he led for 2 years. He has also performed at
festivals, clubs and concerts throughout the world: from Cuba and the
Caribbean to North America, South America, and Europe.
Chuchito is recognized as a master of Cuban music including Son,
Danzon, Cuban Timba and Guaguanco. He has also extensively studied
classical music including harmony and composition. His original
compositions and arrangements draw on classical harmonic and
structural techniques. In his performances, Chuchito’s music draws on
many styles including Afro-Cuban Latin Jazz, Bebop, Danzon,
Cha-Cha-Cha, Son Montuno and much more. Chuchito
Valdés currently resides in Cancun, Mexico and is a frequent
performer in the United State and Canada.
“Chuchito
Valdés displays the hell-bent intensity and daredevil technique
of the elder Valdés-qualities recognized worldwide as hallmarks
of Cuban Jazz.”
Neil Tesser
The Reader (Chicago’s Art & Culture Guide) and author of The
Playboy Guide to Jazz
Downloads
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Chuchito Valdes Bio (pdf)
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Chuchito Valdes Reviews (pdf)
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Review from The Indianpolis Star (pdf)
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Chuchito Valdes Interview San Jose Mercury (pdf)
Master Clinics
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Chuchito Valdes Master Clinic and Master Performance Syllabus (pdf)
"Bossa
Parra Ti" from "Herencia" (J&N / Sony 2004) (mp3)
"Funky
Cha Cha Cha" from "Herencia" (J&N / Sony 2004) (mp3)
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