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Instrument: Saxophone, soprano
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by Dr. Alex Sino
Camilo Valencia, a soul brimming with boundless passion, sadly died on September 6, 2023 after undergoing a third heart transplant. He thus carried the weight of four hearts throughout his journey, each pulsating with an ardent desire to share his musical gifts with the world. During his career, Camilo Valencia racked up credits working on projects for international stars such as Shakira, Carlos Santana, Nestor Torres, David Byrne, Ricky Martin, Jose Feliciano, Natalia Jimenez, Wyclef Jean, and many ...
read moreCamilo Valencia / Richard Bravo: Made in Miami
by Dan Bilawsky
Miami is a melting pot where people and musics of all stripes share space and influence, cross-pollinating to create a sound and culture like no other. That fact provides the foundation for this upbeat collection. Blending elements sourced from numerous musical styles and languages including salsa, pop, samba, jazz and R&B, among others, multi-instrumentalist Camilo Valencia and drummer Richard Bravo create unique and flavorful dishes served hot by a rotating cast. Opening on CCU (Coronary Care Unit)," ...
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