From Afro-Cuban rhythms to Latin jazz / Raul A. Fernandez.
| Author/creator |
Fernandez, Raul A., 1945- |
| Format | Book and Print |
| Publication Info | Berkeley : University of California Press ; Chicago : Center for Black Music Research, Columbia College, ©2006. |
| Description | xv, 199 pages : illustrations, music ; 23 cm. |
| Subject(s) |
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| Series | Music of the African diaspora ; 10 Music of the African diaspora ; 10. ^A410961 |
| Contents | Popular music. The salsa concept ; Ontology of the son ; The aesthetics of sabor -- On the road to Latin jazz. Magic mixture ; Drumming in Cuban ; Lords of the tambor ; Chocolate dreams ; The taste of "azúcar!" |
| Abstract | This book explores the complexity of Cuban dance music and the webs that connect it, musically and historically, to other Caribbean music, to salsa, and to Latin Jazz. Establishing a scholarly foundation for the study of this music, the author introduces a set of terms, definitions, and empirical information that allow for a broader, more informed discussion. He presents fascinating musical biographies of prominent performers Cachao López, Mongo Santamaría, Armando Peraza, Patato Valdés, Francisco Aguabella, Cándido Camero, Chocolate Armenteros, and Celia Cruz. Based on interviews that the author conducted over a nine-year period, these profiles provide in-depth assessments of the musicians? substantial contributions to both Afro-Cuban music and Latin Jazz. In addition, the author examines the links between Cuban music and other Caribbean musics; analyzes the musical and poetic foundations of the Cuban son form; addresses the salsa phenomenon; and develops the aesthetic construct of sabor, central to Cuban music. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 163-177) and index. |
| LCCN | 2005015752 |
| ISBN | 0520247078 (cloth : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 0520247086 (pbk. : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 9780520247079 (cloth) |
| ISBN | 9780520247086 (pbk.) |
Available Items
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions | |
| Music | Music Stacks | ML3565 .F47 2006 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |