Modern Cuban music was born out of the intermingling of cultures. European instruments like flute, violin, trumpet and guitar met with African congas, bongos and claves. The rhythms of the Spanish countryside fused with that of Africa to create new hybrids. The beautiful melodies and exotic rhythms of Cuban son are guaranteed to have you dancing the night away.
Track 1: Ibrahim Ferrer – Compositor Confundido
Track 2: Eliades Ochoa y el Cuarteto Patria – Al Vaivén de mi Carreta
Track 3: Septeto Nacional de Ignacio Piñero – El Adios de este Momento
Track 4: Afro-Cuban Jazz Project – Campina
Track 5: Orguesta Sublime – Sabroso como El Guarapo
Track 6: Mi Son – Macánica de Amor
Track 7: Todos Estrellas – Mami Me Gustó
Track 8: Irakere – Boliviana
Track 9: Sierra Maestra – El Retój de Pastora
Track 10: Los Guaracheros de Oriente: Patria Querida