Chucho Valdés at Vienne — With Concha Buika
Jazz à Vienne 2013
Cast
Chucho Valdés — Piano
Concha Buika — Jazz singer
Dreiser Durruthy — Backing vocals
Reinaldo Melián Alvarez — Trumpet
Gastón Joya — Double bass
Rodney Barreto — Drums
Yaroldy Abreu — Percussion
Program notes
Chucho Valdés and the Afro Cuban Messengers, joined by the incredible voice of Concha Buika, take to the stage of the 2013 Jazz à Vienne Festival, one of the most notable jazz festivals across the globe. The Cuban pianist leads the Messengers on a journey through Latin Jazz. The ensemble plays complex, layered rhythmic grooves, and under the leadership of Valdés, the group creates tidy grooves that feel effortless to the listener.
The mesmerizing ballad My One and Only Love contrasts with the high energy and busyness of the other works, and shows off the incredible tone of Buika’s voice, with Valdés accompanying alone. An exciting performance that brings the listener to the streets of Havana, with energetic solos and an overall party atmosphere.