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World Sinfonía III – The Grande Passion
''World Sinfonía III – The Grande Passion'' is an album by jazz guitarist Al Di Meola that was released in 2000. Track listing All songs by Al Di Meola unless otherwise noted. #"Misterio" – 7:53 #"Double Concerto" (Ástor Piazzolla) – 5:55 #"Prelude: Adagio for Theresa" (Di Meola, Parmisano) – 1:22 #"The Grande Passion" – 9:04 #"Asia de Cuba" – 8:57 #"Soledad" (Piazzolla) – 7:37 #"Opus in Green" – 10:18 #"Libertango" (Piazzolla) – 5:06 #"Azucar" – 3:12 Personnel * Al Di Meola – acoustic guitars, Roland GR-30 (1, 2, 4, 5, 8), dumbek (1), cymbals (1, 4), acoustic bass guitar (4), percussion (4, 5, 7) * Mario Parmisano – acoustic piano (1-8), synthesizers (5, 7) * Hernan Romero – background harmony guitar (1), charango (4), vocals (4), second acoustic guitar part (6), acoustic bass guitar (7) * John Patitucci – acoustic bass guitar (1, 5) * Gilad Dobrecky – percussion (2, 4, 5, 7, 8) * Gumbi Ortiz – congas (4, 5, 7) * Oscar Feldman – teno ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Al Di Meola
Albert Laurence Di Meola (born July 22, 1954) is an American guitarist. Known for his works in jazz fusion and world music, he began his career as a guitarist of the group Return to Forever in 1974. Between the 1970s and 1980s, albums such as ''Elegant Gypsy'' and '' Friday Night in San Francisco'' earned him both critical and commercial success. Early life Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, into an Italian family with roots in Cerreto Sannita, a small town northeast of Benevento, Di Meola grew up in Bergenfield, where he attended Bergenfield High School. He has been a resident of Old Tappan, New Jersey. When he was eight years old, he was inspired by Elvis Presley and the Ventures to start playing guitar. His teacher directed him toward jazz standards. He cites as influences jazz guitarists George Benson and Kenny Burrell and bluegrass and country guitarists Clarence White and Doc Watson. Career He attended Berklee College of Music in 1971. At nineteen, he was hired by Chick ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gumbi Ortiz
Gumbi Ortiz (born October 13, 1955) pronounced “Goom-bee,” is an American percussionist, composer, producer, and music educator. For over 35 years, he has been the go-to percussionist and right-hand man for fusion guitarist Al Di Meola, accompanying him on solo shows and playing on various records, in various bands.Imelda DuttonGumbi Ortiz, el domador de las congas ''Orlando Sentinel'', September 26, 2015, Page W1 His influences span genres, from Jazz fusion, jazz/fusion and Pop music, pop to retro-soul, samba, and even a hint of Irish jig. Ortiz’s debut solo album, ''Miami'', pays tribute to his adopted home state of Florida, where he has resided since 1980. Saxophonists Eric Marienthal and Brandon Fields (musician), Brandon Fields, keyboardist Jeff Lorber, and drummer Dave Weckl also play on it. Ortiz’s compositions draw from a wealth of styles, reflecting his Afro-Cuban roots, Latin rhythms, and even a touch of what he calls "Herbie Hancock funk." Ortiz has also led oth ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
