Calle 54 [Soundtrack]

calle 54 [soundtrack]

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Spanish filmmaker Fernando Trueba's documentary Calle 54 unveils the innovations and rhythmic vitality of Latin jazz. On the highlight-laden soundtrack, Cuban alto saxophonist Paquito D'Rivera's "Panamerica" suite features the Argentinean tango, the Venezuelan joropo, and the Brazilian bossa nova. The Sao Paulo-born pianist Eliane Elias delivers a swinging "jazz Carnaval" trio update of Baden Powell's "Samba Triste," and the fleet-fingered Dominican keyboardist Michel Camilo imbues "From Within" with the merengue/pambiche dance grooves from his homeland. Argentinean tenor saxophonist Gato Barbieri takes John Coltrane's "Sheets of Sound" and drapes them over his ode to Buenos Aires and the Andes, "Introducción, Llamerito y Tango/Bolivia."

The Afro-Cuban rhythmic pattern of the clave is the heartbeat of Latin music and it's played here in a myriad of forms. Percussionist Orlando "Puntilla" Rios and his Nueva Generacion ensemble--with special guest conguero Patato Valdes--perform a zesty type of guaguanco/guarapchangeo/rumba titled "Compa Gallentano." The immortal bandleader-arranger Chico O'Farrill's shortened "Afro-Cuban Jazz Suite" represents the Havana/Harlem musical marriage that gave birth to the Cubop movement of the 1940s and '50s. Flugelhornist/conguero Jerry Gonzalez and his Fort Apache Band, featuring his brother, tackle "Earth Dance," cutting the Cubop cake with a modern, pointillistic edge. "Caridad Amaro," a solo piano showcase by the Cuban wizard Jesus "Chucho" Valdes, shows why he's considered the "Art Tatum of the Antilles." Valdes's father, Bebo, records for the first time with the legendary bass innovator Israel "Cachao" Lopez in the intimate duet, "Lagrimas Negras," and then plays a heartfelt duo with his son on Ernesto Lecuona's "La Comparsa." The most moving segment, however, in both the film and on the soundtrack, belongs to Tito Puente and his rendition of Hilton Ruiz's "New Arrival." Puente passed away two months after this track was made, and in this sizzling clip he and his cohorts perform in angelic Santeria white. --Eugene Holley Jr.

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Calle 54 [Soundtrack]

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Latin jazz soundtrack music
DVD is better to have
You'll be telling all your friends about this...
"From Within" by Michel Camilo is the best
Sinergy in action!

Calle 54
Original Soundtrack
Manufacturer: Blue Note Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005ASYT
Release Date: 2001-04-10

Tracks:

Panamericana - Paquito D'Rivera
Samba Triste - Eliane Elias
Oye Como Viene - Chano Dominguez
Earth Dance - Jerry Gonzalez & The Fort Apache Band
From Within - Michel Camilo
Introduccion, Llamerito Y Tango/Bolivia - Gato Barbieri
New Arrival - Tito Puente
Caridad Amaro - Chucho Valdes
Afro-Cuban Jazz Suite - Chico O'Farrill
Lagrimas Negras - Bebo Valdes Y Cachao
Compa Galletano - Puntilla Y Nueva Generacion
La Comparsa - Bebo Valdes Y Chucho Valdes

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Spanish filmmaker Fernando Trueba's documentary Calle 54 unveils the innovations and rhythmic vitality of Latin jazz. On the highlight-laden soundtrack, Cuban alto saxophonist Paquito D'Rivera's "Panamerica" suite features the Argentinean tango, the Venezuelan joropo, and the Brazilian bossa nova. The Sao Paulo-born pianist Eliane Elias delivers a swinging "jazz Carnaval" trio update of Baden Powell's "Samba Triste," and the fleet-fingered Dominican keyboardist Michel Camilo imbues "From Within" with the merengue/pambiche dance grooves from his homeland. Argentinean tenor saxophonist Gato Barbieri takes John Coltrane's "Sheets of Sound" and drapes them over his ode to Buenos Aires and the Andes, "Introducción, Llamerito y Tango/Bolivia."

The Afro-Cuban rhythmic pattern of the clave is the heartbeat of Latin music and it's played here in a myriad of forms. Percussionist Orlando "Puntilla" Rios and his Nueva Generacion ensemble--with special guest conguero Patato Valdes--perform a zesty type of guaguanco/guarapchangeo/rumba titled "Compa Gallentano." The immortal bandleader-arranger Chico O'Farrill's shortened "Afro-Cuban Jazz Suite" represents the Havana/Harlem musical marriage that gave birth to the Cubop movement of the 1940s and '50s. Flugelhornist/conguero Jerry Gonzalez and his Fort Apache Band, featuring his brother, tackle "Earth Dance," cutting the Cubop cake with a modern, pointillistic edge. "Caridad Amaro," a solo piano showcase by the Cuban wizard Jesus "Chucho" Valdes, shows why he's considered the "Art Tatum of the Antilles." Valdes's father, Bebo, records for the first time with the legendary bass innovator Israel "Cachao" Lopez in the intimate duet, "Lagrimas Negras," and then plays a heartfelt duo with his son on Ernesto Lecuona's "La Comparsa." The most moving segment, however, in both the film and on the soundtrack, belongs to Tito Puente and his rendition of Hilton Ruiz's "New Arrival." Puente passed away two months after this track was made, and in this sizzling clip he and his cohorts perform in angelic Santeria white. --Eugene Holley Jr.

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Latin jazz soundtrack music.......2007-03-27

Although I never saw the film I love this disc . The soundtrack is a superb collection of artists representing the best in latin jazz and it's various off shoots. I was introduced to this disc after hearing the sublime number by Cubans Bebo Valdez and Cachao entitled "Lagrimas Negras." Valdes contributes another song ,this time pairing with Chucho Valdez, entitled "La Comparas" that features piano work that requires attention by it's exquisite nature. Chuco Valdes in turn has his own song entitled "Caridad Amaro" that is an amazing rendering on piano that rivals the best classical music. The late great Tito Puente is in full swing on timabales on "New Arrival" as he imposes his will and drive on this latin jazz number. Paquito D'Rivera slows the tempo down and brings it back up on "Panamericano" with his blistering solos on sax. When you mention Latin American sax players you must include Argentinian Gato Barbieri who offers his soulful wailings on "Introduccion, Llamerito y Tango / Bolivia" which is an extended bit of improvisation and sax harmonies as only he can play. All of the songs fit into the latin jazz genre and are vey good representaions. Recommended for jazz or latin jazz enthusiasts.

DVD is better to have.......2006-07-21

I enjoyed the music on here very much, but if you are going to buy it new, at full price, why not buy the DVD for a couple bucks more? It's an overall better experience to see the musicians playing while listening to the music. Plus the interviews make the DVD a better purchase. The CD is okay to listen to in the car, but I think that you're missing the whole effect until you see the DVD.

You'll be telling all your friends about this..........2006-04-03

Hands down, this album is a must. I have had lots of people ask me who is playing when I start playing Calle 54. A worthy addition to anyone's music library. Included in this wonderful compilation is Tito Puente's last recording as two months later he passed away. I love this album, don't wait buy it now. If you buy it used it can save you a couple of bucks!

"From Within" by Michel Camilo is the best.......2005-10-08

Track #5: From Within - Michel Camilo

I was browsing around the record store, and they played this song as a staff recommendation, it took my 20 sec to go and buy the CD.

Sinergy in action!.......2005-02-01

This compilation is excellent. There is a super session and constellation of consecrated stars.

Think in this magnificent theme of dazzling inspiration of Tito Puente. New arrival and so Lagrimas Negras with Cachao and Bebo Valdés. From within with Michael Camilo and Samba Triste with Eliane Elias is another triumph.

Excellent choice to get some fun with Latin taste.

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Calle 54 (2000 Film)
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Manufacturer: EMI Int'l
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ASIN: B000056JS3
Release Date: 2001-05-21

Tracks:

Panamericana - Paquito D'Rivera
Samba Triste - Eliane Elias
Oye Como Viene - Chano Dominguez
Earth Dance - Jerry Gonzalez & The Fort Apache Band
From Within - Michel Camilo
Introduccion, Llamerito Y Tango/Bolivia - Eliane Elias
New Arrival - Tito Puente
Caridad Amaro - Chucho Valdes

Tracks:

Afro-Cuban Jazz Suite - Chico O'Farrill
Lagrimas Negras - Bebo Valdes Y Chachao
Compa Galletano - Puntilla Y Nueva Generacion
La Comparsa - Bebo Valdes Y Chucho Valdes
That's All It Was - Eliane Elias
Como Fue - Jerry Gonzalez Y Chando Dominguez
Parisian Thoroughfare - Paquito D'Rivera & Co.
Creditos Finales - Jerry Gonzalez & The Fort Apache Band

Customer Reviews:

Calle 54.......2007-01-04

If you like jazz, latin jazz and jazz fussion this is a great -all of that- jazz album. The mixture of the afro-cuban music with the 70's latin jazz makes this album extraordinary. The Calle 54 musical was about the 70's New York latin jazz scene and that's what this album is all about. Take that and add some of the greatest Spanish folk music and the result it's a sound blast !