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Alex Sino
Dr. Alex Sino is a 2-time Latin Grammy Award Winner, screenwriter, producer, and lyricist. He has worked with numerous established and emerging artists including Al Di Meola, Leonid Agutin, MC Solaar, Macy Gray, Arturo Sandoval, Rudy Perez, Anthony Jackson, Xavier Naidoo, Till Bronner, Orlando “Maraca” Valle, No Mercy, Jon Secada, Diego Torres, Amaury Gutierrez, Carlos Oliva, Omara Portuondo, Jimmy Rosenberg along with many others.
In his decades-long career, Dr. Alex Sino has created and produced an impressive list of prominent songs, albums, music videos, and movies. Among the more recent highlights are:
Producing the 2-time Latin Grammy-winning album "Made in Miami" featuring Arturo Sandoval, Luis Enrique, Milton Salcedo, Camilo Valencia, and Richard Bravo.
Producing the album "La Vida Cosmopolita," which was featured on Billboard and on Telemundo. His work included producing five music videos to accompany the album: "Quedate" (Lolita Torres), "Funky Cha", Ella", “Sobrevivire” and "Enamorado".
Co-creating and writing lyrics for the "Cosmopolitan Life" album with Al Di Meola and Leonid Agutin that was on the Top Jazz Charts in Europe. His involvement included writing and producing the movies "Cosmopolitan Live" and "Live in Montreux with Al Di Meola.”
Producing and writing lyrics for the album "Vocal Rendezvous with Al Di Meola.” His work included the production of live and recorded TV shows for the Eurovision Award in Berlin, “Italiani nel Mondo” for RAI 1 (Italy), Montreux Jazz Festival, Stuttgart Jazz Festival, Jurmala Music Festival in Latvia, and Sochi Music Festival.
Alex co-produced high profile concerts and albums in Cuba, including producing the full-length documentary “Cosmo Life”, DVD "Havana Calling" at the Piazza Cathedral in Havana. Performers included Omara Portuondo from Buena Vista Social Club, Arturo Sandoval, Leonid Agutin, Pancho Amat, and Orlando “Maraca” Valle. The album, documentary, and DVD "Reencuentros Live at the Grand Theater of Havana," was recorded live at El Gran Teatro de La Habana’s García Lorca Concert Hall.
Alex is the author of two award-winning books, "The Grand Old Man" and "The Music Without Borders,” and has earned numerous accolades and awards including:
Alex holds a Doctorate (PhD) in Public Administration.
Dr. Sino is a Voting Member of the National Academy of Recording Arts (GRAMMYS) and the voting member of the Latin Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (Latin Grammys).
Awards
- Winner of the Two Latin Grammy Awards
- Winner of the “Global Music Awards”
- Winner of the "John Lennon Songwriting Contest"
- Winner of the Sidney Australian Film Festival
- Winner of the “USA Songwriting Competition”
- Winner of the Best Music Video at the “Nice International Film Festival in the South of France”
- Winner of the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts "Award of Excellence"
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Alex Sino / Terry Heimat / Richard Bravo: Alma Libre
by Karan Khosla
Some albums carry the signature of a single artist. Alma Libre, which translates to “Free Soul," takes a different path, shaped by a team of Grammy-winning producers, arrangers and musicians who thrive on collaboration. Producers Alex Sino and Richard Bravo, along with conductor and arranger Terry Heimat (Taras Kutsenko), steer the album's direction; the performers include Cuban trumpet legend Arturo Sandoval, saxophonist Ed Calle, pianist Milton Salcedo, guitarist Francis Goya Francis Goya, trumpeters Terry Heimat and Julio Ariel Díaz, pianists ...
Continue ReadingCamilo 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)," ...
Continue ReadingAlma Libre - The New Recording From Grammy Winning Team
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Two for the Show Media
Three musical visionaries—Grammy-winning producers Alex Sino and Richard Bravo and renowned conductor and arranger Terry Heimat—have joined forces to unveil Alma Libre. This long-awaited album masterfully bridges the worlds of classical elegance and Latin flair. Released in April 2025, this stunning work showcases a collection of melodies penned by iconic composers such as Astor Piazzolla, Ennio Morricone, and Gato Barbieri. The project is elevated by the artistry of the multiple Grammy-winning musicians: Pianist, composer and arranger Milton Salcedo, trumpeter and ...
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Alex Sino And Terry Heimat Are Unveiling The 'Funky Sonatas'
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Two for the Show Media
In a captivating blend of classical elegance and Latin rhythms, Grammy-winning producer Alex Sino and Global Music Award Winner Terry Heimat announce the completion of the first single—Astor Piazzolla's “Tema de Maria" from the long-awaited album Funky Sonatas. The album, set to be released in April 2025, promises to deliver an exquisite collection of melodies penned by some of the most iconic composers, including Astor Piazzolla, Ennio Morricone, Nino Rota, Luis Bacalov, and Chick Corea. The Allure of “Tema de ...
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Camilo Valencia, Richard Bravo And Alex Sino Achieved Double Victory At The 24th Annual Latin Grammy Awards With 'Made In Miami'
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Dr. Alex Sino
In a remarkable achievement at 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards in Sevilla, the critically acclaimed album Camilo Valencia, Richard Bravo—Made In Miami produced by Camilo Valencia, Richard Bravo and Alex Sino secured two Latin Grammy Awards: Best Instrumental Album and Best Arrangement for “Songo Bop" featuring Milton Salcedo. This double win underscores the exceptional artistry and innovation encapsulated in"Made In Miami." The album, a vibrant celebration of Miami's musical diversity, seamlessly blends genres such as pop, jazz, funk, R&B, BeBop, ...
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Arturo Sandoval
trumpet
Al Di Meola
guitar
Astor Piazzolla
bandoneon
Paul McCartney
bass, electric
John Lennon
guitar and vocalsPhotos
Music
I'll Be Always With You
From: Alma LibreBy Alex Sino
