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Tito Puente: Celebrating The History Of Latin Music And The Man Who Helped Create It

Source: Richard Blondet
October 8, 2012

FREE SEMINAR SERIES “Tito Puente: Celebrating the History of Latin Music and the Man Who Helped Create It" This free seminar series will highlight the history of Latin Music and Tito Puente based on the book “Mambo Diablo: My Journey with Tito Puente" and the impact Tito had on music the world over. Hosted by author Joe Conzo, noted music historian and producer, these seminars will kick off with a book signing and discussion about Tito Puente's remarkable life and ...

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TV / Film

Film Screening: Cuban Popular Music On Film: 1929-1960s at Nuyorican Poets Cafe (NYC)

Source: Richard Blondet
August 21, 2012

CUBAN POPULAR MUSIC ON FILM: 1929-1960s Views from Cuba, Mexico and The United States A film presentation from the Henry Medina Archives A sixty minute film presentation of rare and unusual Cuban music footage from Son, Rumba & Afro Cuban Jazz from 1929 to 1960's, followed by a discussion with host and audience. This film presentation covers rarely seen footage produced in Cuba, Mexico and the United States. This is a short film examination presence of the African diaspora traditions ...

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