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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
"He was fabulous, out of sight, best act of
the festival….what can I
say. Think we will want him back for
4/16/11"
Carol Stone / Cape May Jazz Festival
"Keys
of Latin
Jazz"
2007
Latin Grammy
Nominated Album
J & N Records / Sony
Request
PR
Materials
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on Chuchito Valdes including
his
latest CD*
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copy of Chuchito Valdes' latest
CD*
* Note CD's and
digital access to CD's are
strictly for performing arts centers,
festivals, clubs and for
producers of live performances.
All other requests should be forwarded
to the label.
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