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Oscar Hernandez & Alma Libre: Vision
by Edward Blanco
Multiple Grammy Award-winning Latin jazz pianist/composer and band leader Oscar Hernandez and his group, Alma Libre (Free Spirit) issue another shoulder-moving album presenting more of the rhythms he and his bands are so well known for. A true Latin music legend, Hernandez is best regarded for his direction of the 13-piece Spanish Harlem Orchestra that has gathered three Grammy Awards. This album was, in essence, a product of the pandemic situation. Hernandez says: Recording this album was a way to ...
read moreAguilar Announces Latin Bass Master Class Featuring Oskar Cartaya and Ruben Rodriguez
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Michael Ricci
Aguilar Amplification, maker of high-quality bass amplifiers, speaker cabinets and accessories for bassists is pleased to announce a Latin Bass Master Classes on Saturday, September 26th 2009 at their New York City headquarters with endorsing artists, Oskar Cartaya and Ruben Rodriguez. This master class is free of charge. Mainstays in the Latin jazz world, Oskar and Ruben will be teaching the history of Latin jazz as well as demonstrating some of the rhythms and techniques that have fueled their playing ...
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Bassist Oskar Cartaya & The Enclave w/Special Guests Claudia Acuna & Dave Valentin @ Sweet Rhythm (Monday, 8/9)
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All About Jazz
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