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Jesus "Chuchito" Valdés Jr. is a third-generation pianist in one of the most distinguished musical families from his homeland of Cuba. He currently lives in Cancun, Mexico, and tours regularly with his Afro-Cuban Latin-jazz ensemble. Encantado is his first album as a leader and it features the Australian-born, Chicago-resident Laksar Reese on saxophones and flute. Three covers, including John Coltrane's "Giant Steps" and Billy Strayhorn's "Impressions of 'Take the A Train'," join six originals.
1. Homenaje Bebo
2. Bolero En Chicago
3. Andariego
4. Son Cha Cha Cha
5. Guaguanco/Montuno
6. Impressions Of 'Take The A Train'
7. Giant Steps
8. Danza De Los Gigantes
9. Tres Lindas Cubanas |