Nestor Torres - Cartagenera (Color 1979) Lp released 1978

Charanga bliss from Mr Nestor Torres. This tune is mega kools with a perfect intro. Starting with piano and bass and clave marking the foundation, followed by a juicy guiro leading to steady marcha on the conga, then the timbal abanico introducing the beautiful flute of Nestor Torres amazing charanga style violines. Amazing catchy tune here with a cleverly percussion arrangement dropping in and out of a mozambique feel. This is charanga at its best for me. I especially enjoy the journey of this track including the change in tempo taking it to a melodic piano solo. Musicians include; Hector Madera, Joe (papo) boine, Eddie (guagua) Rivera, George Maysonet, Eddie Drennon amongs others.

Cartagenera

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