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Song Selections
Metro Tang, a four -piece group that performs in the New York
metropolitan area, and of which Chacho is the musical director and drummer, plays these selections of Chacho's original compositions.
The music is based on West African and Latin rhythms, using standard jazz forms. The clarity of the melodies over rich rhythmic
textures creates a unique combination of sounds.
Recent Recordings
Here are some recent cuts of Chacho's work with bands in and around New York City.
If you like a particular sound or style and would like to discuss the possibilities of
hiring these musicians, please Contact Chacho directly.
Evidence (1.4MB) This arrangement of a famous Monk tune puts a lot of focus on the percussion section, with Chacho on bongos. The recently released CD by Orquesta Universal, under lead trumpet Richie Vitale, features this and other great cuts and is available through Rhichie's website at www.RichieVitale.com."
Brazilette (.76MB)Bonada Jazz Ensemble with Gabriel Arias, a wonderful singer from Colombia, shows diverse linguistic skills in this Brazilian standard.
Ran Kan Kan (.54MB)Conjunto Universal (the smaller version of Orquesta Universal) pays tribute to Tito Puente, featuring Chacho on all percussion.
Dahoud (1.2MB)a bebop standard with a twist, featuring Mayer Rosenberg on guitar and Bobby Martone on bass.
Swirl (.8MB)Gary Dimanti on guitar demonstrates a swinging modern style and Joe Piela on piano helps push this groove with some creative bass lines.
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