For more than three decades as both a leader and a sideman, conguero Poncho Sanchez has stirred up a fiery stew of straightahead jazz, gritty soul music, and infectious melodies and rhythms from a variety of Latin American and South American sources. His influences are numerous, but among the more prominent figures that inform his music are two of the primary architects of Latin jazz – conga drummer and composer Chano Pozo and trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie. Sanchez pays tribute to these two titans on his new album, Chano y Dizzy!, his 25th recording as a bandleader on Concord Picante, set for release on September 27, 2011. For the first time, Sanchez and Francisco Torres, long time band member (trombone/vocals), join forces to produce the new album. Read more
JALEO is a highly polished, skilled and versatile group of professional musicians specializing in Latin Music. With over 300 arrangements, Jaleo covers the widest variety of Latin styles including Salsa, Latin Jazz, Cumbia, merengue, bachata, bolero, cha cha, and even American pop standards done with a Latin flair! From small weddings to major corporate events, concerts to dinner sets, Jaleo has the experience and versatility to make your special event....an event to remember!
