Misa Negra

by Irakere

Overview

Irakere has been heralded as one of the best big bands in the world. Propelled by a driving rhythm section and potent horn section, this Cuban band won the Latin Grammy Awards in 1979 and 1980. On this 1986 recording, the band sinks its collective teeth into a few originals, including the 17-minute, four-part title track, as well as a cover of Dave Brubeck's "El Duke." In his liner notes, Luis Tamargo states: "The vigor of Irakere lies within each individual performer, and there are no weak loops in the band's musical chain." ~ Roundup Newsletter

Product Details

Release Date:	12/07/2010
Label:	Timba
UPC:	0821895979222
Rank:	129230

Tracks

1. Concierto para Metales
2. Misa Negra
3. Samba para Enrique
4. El Duke

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Irakere   Primary Artist,Vocals
Jesus "Chucho" Valdes   Piano (Grand),Keyboards
Oscar Valdes   Cuban Percussion
Juan Munguia   Trumpet
Jorge Varona   Trumpet
Jorge Alfonso   Congas
German Velazca   Flute,Saxophone
Enrique Pla   Drums
Carlos Averhoff   Flute,Saxophone
Carlos Morales   Guitar
Carlos del Puerto   Bass
Stuttgart Symphony Orchestra   Orchestra
Gisela Schaeuble   Vocals
Antje Schirra   Vocals

Technical Credits

Chucho Valdes   Composer
Dave Brubeck   Composer
Johannes Wohlleben   Mixing,Digital Recording
Wifredo Lam   Cover Design
Jesus "Chucho" Valdes   Composer
Goetz A. Woerner   Producer,Liner Notes