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Ernest Anthony Puente Jr. (April 20, 1923 – June 1, 2000), commonly known as Tito Puente, was an American musician, songwriter, bandleader, timbalero, and record producer. He composed dance-oriented mambo and Latin jazz music.
May 27, 2024 · Tito Puente, American bandleader, composer, and musician who was one of the leading figures in Latin jazz. His bravura showmanship and string of mambo dance hits in the 1950s earned him the nickname ‘King of Mambo.’. His notable songs included ‘Babarabatiri,’ ‘Ran Kan Kan,’ and ‘Oye Como Va.’.
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Apr 2, 2014 · Tito Puente was a musical pioneer, mixing musical styles with Latin sounds and experimenting in fusing Latin music with jazz.
Nov 8, 2009 · By virtue of his warm, flamboyant stage manner, longevity, constant touring, and appearances in the mass media, Tito Puente is probably the most beloved symbol of Latin jazz.
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May 10, 2024 · Tito Puente Jr. is a percussionist who performs his father's songs and connects new fans with Latin jazz, salsa and mambo. He shares his musical journey, his father's influence and his plans for a documentary series on Aspen Public Radio.
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Apr 19, 2023 · Ernest Anthony Puente, known as Tito, was born in Harlem on April 20, 1923, and went on to create an enormous body of work (over 100 albums) while earning a reputation as a tireless performer....
Jun 2, 2000 · Tito Puente, most important Latin musician of past 50 years who was key figure in fusion of Latin music with jazz, dies at age 77; produced 118 records and CD's and won five Grammys; long...
