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"Rachmaninoff En Ritmo:" A Classical-to-Latin Jazz Crossover

Source: Two for the Show Media
April 1, 2026

The Duel of Two Pianos: on April 1st., 2026, Terry Heimat and Alex Sino released the new crossover composition “Rachmaninoff en Ritmo,” the first single of the upcoming album “Funky Sonatas”, featuring the internationally renowned pianist, Dr. Svetlana Smolina, and Milton Salcedo, Grammy-winning pianist and composer along with the exclusive line-up of musicians. Rachmaninoff was basically the original “main character energy.” While everyone else was writing polite salon music, he was out here composing emotional architecture — skyscrapers of sound, ...

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Recording

Bossa Breeze: Meditation On Memory And Inheritance

Source: Two for the Show Media
December 19, 2025

Lalo Schifrin’s music carried the weight of exile, memory, and reinvention—and it was precisely this blend of tradition and innovation that moved Alex Sino to write lyrics for his 1966 instrumental composition “Bossa Antique,” transforming it into the song “Bossa Breeze.” Grammy Winner, Alex Sino, on the question of why he chose a sixty-year-old instrumental composition written by Lalo Schifrin, answered with his own lyrics: You don’t always hear it clearly But it’s been with you for years,

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Video / DVD

Rise – The Iconic Composition On The Album 'Alma Libre'

Source: Two for the Show Media
July 20, 2025

The composition “Rise" composed by Andy Armer and Randy ‘Badazz’ Alpert was released in 1979. “Rise” wasn’t just a song—it was a statement, a new sound for a new era. It proved that instrumental music could be modern, emotionally powerful, and commercially successful—it hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1979. RISE was one of the first pop hits recorded on a digital tape machine—the 3M 32-track System. This gave it a crisp, noise-free sound that stood out from ...

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Recording

Alma Libre - The New Recording From Grammy Winning Team

Source: Two for the Show Media
May 5, 2025

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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Recording

Alex Sino And Terry Heimat Are Unveiling The 'Funky Sonatas'

Source: Two for the Show Media
December 12, 2024

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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Recording

Domus Solis: A Musical Journey From Classical Music To Jazz

Source: Two for the Show Media
August 17, 2024

Music supports global communications and surpasses limitations, and few genres illustrate this better than classical music and jazz. Both have rich histories and specific characteristics, yet they share a profound ability to stimulate emotion and tell stories. The album Domus Solis written and produced by Taras Kutsenko and Alex Sino artistically bridges the traditions of joy in music history from Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy” to Leontovich’s “Shchedryk” (also known as “Carol of the Bells”). It masterfully transitions from the structured ...

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Award / Grant

A Final Ode To Camilo Valencia: The Video 'Made In Miami' Marks A Legacy

Source: Dr. Alex Sino
May 22, 2024

The “Made in Miami” video (see below) not only showcases the rich musical heritage of Miami but also holds a special place in the hearts of Latin music enthusiasts as it is from the 2-time Latin Grammy Award-winning album. The official video, featuring Milton Salcedo on the piano, is a visual and auditory feast. It opens with the pulsating beats of the city as the camera sweeps through the iconic landscapes that define Miami’s skyline. The scene then shifts to ...

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Award / Grant

Camilo Valencia, Richard Bravo And Alex Sino Achieved Double Victory At The 24th Annual Latin Grammy Awards With 'Made In Miami'

Source: Dr. Alex Sino
December 4, 2023

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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