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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.
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.
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.’.
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...
Apr 20, 2013 · The percussionist and bandleader Tito Puente would have celebrated his 90th birthday this weekend on April 20. And the recently released box set Quatro: The Definitive Collection is a great place...
Tito Puente. Soundtrack: Star Trek Into Darkness. Ernest "Tito" Anthony Puente was the eldest son of Puerto Rican parents. His mother called him "Ernestito" which means "Little Ernest", which was later shortened to "Tito". His mother saw his musical potential and enrolled him in piano classes.
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 career...
Tito Puente is the face of Latin music for many people. His showmanship, musical talent, and dedication to performing kept him in the spotlight from his early performances in the 1940s until his death in 2000.
Apr 20, 2023 · Born Ernest Anthony Puente Jr in 1923, Tito Puente has brought to the world some of the most exciting sounds of modern Latin Music — GRAMMY.com shines light on 10 must-hear songs by the King of Mambo.
Mar 25, 2023 · Learn how Tito Puente aided the career of Cuban singer Celia Cruz; and how his song Oye Como Va, gave Santana a massive hit in the rock charts of the early 1970s.
