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Manuel Valera Sr.: Recuerdos
ByValera Sr.'s playing is straightforward and confident, turning the spotlight to the younger Valera for a beautiful solo. "Tres Palabras" is another highlightthe subtle arrangement serves the bandleader well as he does the song great justice with his charismatic playing style. Valera Sr. has often been a sideman to legends like Arturo Sandoval and Paquito D'Rivera (to name a few), but he also shines on this turn as a bandleader. His backing group is solid and has great synchronicity together (something better noticed in the more downtempo numbers). The results are a resounding success.
Track Listing
Si Me Comprendieras; La Rosa Roja; Alma Con Alma; La Tarde; Longina; Tres Palbras; Si Te Contara; Solamente Una Vez; Cancion De Un Festival; Solitude.
Personnel
Manuel Valera Sr.: alto saxophone, soprano saxophone; Manuel Valera: piano; Hans Glawischnig: bass; Ludwig Afonso: drums; Mauricio Herrera: percussion.
Album information
Title: Recuerdos | Year Released: 2014 | Record Label: Mavo Records
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