Palmas

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In the liner notes to Palmas, New York salsa star Eddie Palmieri complains that most Latin-jazz fusions lean too far in one direction or another. Either the jazz horn soloist stands alone like a singer, a mere adjunct to a hot Latin dance band, or else a Latin percussionist is added on like a fifth wheel to a self-contained jazz combo. Palmieri wanted to achieve a more even blend of sounds, and here he has done just that. First, he got rid of the singers and made this an all-instrumental recording, with three jazz horn players seizing the space usually occupied by the vocalist. Second, he hired three American jazzmen--Donald Harrison, Brian Lynch, and Conrad Herwig--who were able to solo on rhythm patterns as well as chord changes. Third, he balanced the horns with four top percussionists--Richie Flores, Anthony Carrillo, Jose Claussell, and Robbie Ameen--who refuse to compromise on the dense, intricate beats of Afro-Cuban traditions. Forming the fulcrum between these two sides is Palmieri himself, who not only wrote and produced the seven tracks but also ties them together with the piano, which, in his hands, is as much a percussion instrument as a melodic one. --Geoffrey Himes

Palmas,Eddie Palmieri,Elektra / Wea,Afro-Cuban Jazz,Jazz,Latin,Latin Jazz,Tropical,World Music

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Average customer rating: Lecuona Plays Lecuona Lecuona the Cuban pianist is Great! The Cuban Chopin Lecuona, the musical genious . . . . . LECUONA IS NO LIGHTWEIGHT

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Tracks:

1. Malaguena
2. Andalucia
3. Ante el Escorial
4. San Francisco el grande
5. Siempre en mi corazon
6. Maria la O
7. Siboney
8. Noche azul
9. La comparsa
10. Danza negra
11. Danza lucumi
12. A la antigua
13. Canto del guajiro
14. Canto del guajiro
15. La habanera
16. Damisela encantadora
17. Crisantemo
18. Romantico
19. Rosa la china
20. Como arrullo de palmas
21. Palomitas blancas
22. Poetico
23. Estudiantina
24. Cordoba
25. Music Box
26. Mazurka en glisado
27. Polichinela
28. Gitanerias
29. Aragon
30. Valencia mora

Tracks:

1. La brisa y yo
2. Devuelveme el corazon
3. Preludio en la noche
4. Yo te quiero siempre
5. Pavo real
6. Vals de las sombras
7. Bell Flower
8. Zambra gitana
9. Por eso te quiero
10. Vals azul
11. Vals en si mayor
12. Muneca de cristal
13. Mi amor fue una flor
14. Vals en re bemol
15. Apasionado
16. Amorosa
17. Ahi viene el chino
18. Al fin te vi
19. Por que te vas?
20. Mientras yo comia maullaba un gato
21. Por que te vas?
22. Amorosa
23. Los minstrels
24. No hables mas
25. Dame tu amor
26. Vals en re bemol
27. La 32
28. Mis tristezas
29. En tres por cuatro
30. Munequita
31. Burlesca
32. La paloma
33. Music Box

Amazon.com

This collection includes Ernesto Lecuona's complete 1954 recordings plus a series of 78s made in 1927-28. Ten of the recordings were previously unreleased. This is a lot of lightweight Cuban piano music to deal with at once, but it's definitely worth doing. Lecuona's music, which is having a major revival, may not be important. But it's consistently charming and entertaining. The 78s, which sound surprisingly good, reveal even more of a virtuoso than do the later recordings, but throughout we hear playing that expresses the spirit of the music extremely well. And yes, the famous Malagueña is here, sounding very sexy. --Leslie Gerber

Customer Reviews:

Lecuona Plays Lecuona.......2007-05-12

Oh Boy! What can I tell you about this magnificent collection of musical jewels from our Maestro Lecuona. I bought the original Long Playing Record back in the 50's in my country.
I purchased it again shortly after my arrival to the US, and I was lucky enough to buy it on DVD from Amazon, once I found out they had it.

Joseph L. Alcover
Miami, FL

Lecuona the Cuban pianist is Great!.......2005-08-17

In my opinion this is one of the best CD's from Lacuona, Most of his piano compositions are recorded here (original ones), What, Ms. Leslie Gerber forgot to mention is that Mr.Lecuona was a band leader,"Lecuona and the Cuban Boys", remembers him? Or maybe she does not have sufficient information about him. The music from Lecuona still is very well alive today. I came across his recordings on my own, no one ever told me about this great pianist. I happened to hear the Malague?a by another great Cuban composer and band leader Perez Prado (The Real Mambo King) in one of his albums and Lecuona was the author. That got me interested in him. I'm pretty sure that Ms.Leslie Gerber does not mean any harm trying to put this composer down. It's just that maybe all she knows is Gerber baby food stuff!

The Cuban Chopin.......2004-06-18

What a great album and great value. There is music here that will make you smile, break your heart, inspire you, and Lecuona's skill is breathtaking. If you enjoy classical piano music (with a Cuban/Spanish influence), you'll love this. No, it doesn't display the virtuosity, complexity or seriousness of Lizst, Chopin or Beethoven, but it's fun, beautiful, dramatic yet accessible. You'll love it.

Lecuona, the musical genious . . . . ........2002-10-16

I feel compelled to identify myself first. I am Cuban born who arrived in the US in 1960 at the age of 16 years old. I am a US citizen since 1965 and a US Army Veteran of Viet Nam. I will die defending the right Ms. Leslie Garber has of expresing her opinions. But what I will not condone is her ignorance. To say that Lecuona writes "lightweight Cuban piano music" and that "Lecuona's music may not be important" is to show ignorance. A musician that composes GREAT music in several genres of the music world, a musician that in all genres has highly succesful pieces, and, a musician that after many years, (70-80 years) is still heard and admired can not be called other than MUSICAL GENIOUS and a CLASSICAL MUSICIAN. His music is so beautiful that it will live forever. From his Afro-Cuban compositions, to his romantic popular boleros, to his valses, to his Zarzuelas, Lecuona demonstrates once and again, time after time his immense musical talent. His Afro-Cuban "Cafetal", his romantic boleros "Noche Azul" and "Amapola", His vibrant and colorful "Comparsa" and "Andalucia", his classical Valses, just to mention a few things, makes Lecuona to stand together with the great musicians of the world. The fact that Hollywood made a film around "Estas en mi corazon" and that great singers, like Placido Domingo, want to sing Lecuona's music speaks immensely well of Lecuona/s greatness. The fact the popular instrumental orchestras like Faith, Conniff, Mantovani, Cugat have arranged and interpreted a lot of Lecuona's music also says a lot about Lecuona's versatility in his work. Lecuona is probably important to many millions of people and his music is certainly not lightweight. And if the only thing Ms. Garber can say about "Malaguena" is that "it sounds very sexy" is to demonstrate that she does not know a thing about music. It definitely does not give her the priviledge of commenting about Lecuona's music.

LECUONA IS NO LIGHTWEIGHT.......2002-02-27

Lecuona is one of the most important composers of Latin-America. He is by no means the "unimportant" and "lightweight" Leslie Gerber (whomever that may be) claims, having been hailed for performances of his earlier (and "less mature") works by the likes of Maurice Ravel.

In my opinion the highlight of the set is the devilish "La 32". It's also interesting to compare his interpretations of the same works at different times in his career, like the two recordings of "Por que te vas?" and "Amorosa", especially keeping in mind that Lecuona seldom notated and improvised quite frequently, leaving the transcription work to his students.

Average customer rating: Enjoyable I love it !! I love him !! Great Music Camp listener Great Practice for French students

Marcher Dans le Sable Gerald de Palmas Manufacturer: Polygram Int'l ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music World Dance | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music Latin Music | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Les Lois De La Nature Un Homme Sans Racines Derniere Annee Un Homme Sans Racines 3 ASIN: B00004YMTU Release Date: 2000-10-04

Tracks:

1. Une Seule Vie (Marcher Dans Le Sable)
2. J'En R Encore
3. Tomber
4. Regarde-Moi Bien En Face
5. Tellement
6. Tu Finiras Toute Seule
7. Rien A Faire Ensemble
8. D
9. Je Te Pardonne
10. Le Gouffre
11. Trop Tard
12. Si Tu Veux / Regarde Moi Bien En Face

Album Details

2000 Album from the French Pop Troubadour. Includes the Melodic and Catchy Single 'une Seule Vie'. Also features the Song 'j'en Reve Encore', Written by France's Number One Composer Jean Jacques Goldman and 'tomber' Written by Maxime Le Forestier.

Customer Reviews:

Enjoyable.......2004-06-09

I generally don't listen to country music, but this French version of it is amusing and entertaining. Some of his other CDs have more of a rock feel but I would call this one country.

I took one star away because I was dissappointed with song #2 (J'en reve encore). I love the moody riff at the beginning and I think this song really had potential to be great, but de Palmas ruins it by adding too many cheesy keyboard effects and a really boring chorus.

The catchy tunes do help you learn French, and de Palmas is definitely talented.

I love it !! I love him !!.......2004-06-06

Hi everyone !! Well, I'm a french girl and I love Gerald de Palmas. I love "Marcher dans le sable" it's a wonderful album ! My favorite song of this album is "Déjà" All these songs are talking about love but when a couple doesn't work !! And I love those stories !! I'm sorry for my english but I use to talk in French !! So buy this album because it's really beautiful ! Musics annd lyrics even if you don't understand french, listen it you will love it !!! And Gerald de Palmas has a beautiful voice !! So...

Great Music.......2003-11-04

Yes! I wore this CD out as the DJ at French camp, although cabin cleanings were mostly reserved for Mylene Farmer (another great French singer). The songs on this CD is really good, and he's pretty cute too!D

Camp listener.......2003-08-20

During french camp in MI, we had to clean up our cabins every single day, and since we are not allowed to listen to american music for the "experience" of it all, we got to listen to this CD while we were cleaning. At first, we were all disheartened by the sound of French music, but after only a day or two, it became our morning routine to listen to, because it was so soothing and upbeat at the same time. there wasnt one morning when we didnt listen to this CD, and as soon as I returned from camp, it was the first thing I bought! You'll love it!

Great Practice for French students.......2003-03-19

I picked up this album on a trip to Paris after hearing samples of the album on FNAC.com. It's been over a year since I took French IV and this album is one of the reasons why I have retained much of my French. DePalmas' style is adult contemporary with an occasional dash of country. He is quite popular in France (Marcher dans le sable was one of FNAC's "meilleurs ventes" for over a year) and won a French "grammy" for "J'en reve encore." "Si Tu Veux" is the easiest song to understand because of it's parallel structure, but I like most of the songs on this album (even if I don't understand every word) because they are so aesthetically pleasing! If you like soft rock (and Uncle Kracker type stuff) and are taking French, get your hands on this album.

Average customer rating: Ten Stars ********** And Only 10 Years Old...!! Maria Isabel where are ya goin'?/?A onde va...Maria isabel?

No Me Toques las Palmas Que Me Conozco Maria Isabel Manufacturer: Universal Latino ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Numero 2 De Pata Negra T.Q.M. Muevete ASIN: B0007LBM5Y Release Date: 2005-03-01

Tracks:

1. Antes Muerta Que Sencilla
2. Vida Es Bell
3. Muchaco
4. No Me Toques las Palmas Que Me Conozco!
5. Mi Limus
6. Noche y Tu Voz
7. Escalofr
8. Pepa
9. Onde Vas Marisabel?
10. Mira Ni
11. Antes Muerta Que Sencilla [Extented Version [Extended Version]
12. Antes Muerta Que Sencilla [XTM Remix]

Customer Reviews:

Ten Stars ********** And Only 10 Years Old...!!.......2005-09-19

Maria Isabel swept the music world in Europe with the release of her Music Video "Antes Muerta Que Sensilla" and winning the Eurojunior 2004 representing Spain. This CD includes all her songs and the DVD contains the Music Video and the entire journey to winning the Eurojunior 2004. It is excellent! If Maria Isabel chooses to continue her music career she will be the next Shakira. I give her ten stars **********

Maria Isabel where are ya goin'?/?A onde va...Maria isabel?.......2005-06-04

She is going to great heights! watch out azucar moreno, Ma Isabel is gonna give ya a good run for your money. Totally enchanting, entertaining and every track/song a gem. I saw(Ma Isabel) this tiny stick of dynamite on spanish speaking television and was completely enamored with this charming, abundantly talented and witty little gurl from the south of SPAIN. I bought her CD without a doubt that I would hear some amazing music, boy was I correct! This is not your average disposable dance pop. Really well produced. Wonderfull flamenco flavorings through out. The title track is beyond catchy and great to dance to! The two remixes are tremendous. The DVD that comes with the music is just too adorable. This little gurl has stolen my heart! She has inspired me to *try to have as much ZEST for life as she does. Its no wonder she won hands down at the Junior's last year. This little DIVA delivers! /? A onde va ...Maria Isabel? Esta nena chikitika es un grandisimo encanto! Un disco muy bien producido y bien hecho. Muy bailable. Cada cancion un tesoro verdadero. Y el DVD muy divertido y con muchos video clips, kareoke y mas sorpresas. Habia visto a esta nena marchosa y encantadora en
un canal de habla hispana y me he enamorao de esta pekeña chati del sur de españa. Como decimos aka.. te has robado mi corazon! y me ha inspirado vivir la vida con mucha alegria y reirme di mis penas como ella dice. No me cabe duda porke habia ganado los junior. ENHORABUENA mi niña! Espero ke me invitas a tu chalet pronto! enga! saludos, besos y abrazos desde dallas! tu fan numero UNO de texas...Jose Miguel.

Average customer rating:

Un Homme Sans Racines Gerald De Palmas Manufacturer: Universal ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music France | Continental Europe | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Rock | International | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music French Pop | Euro Pop | Pop | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Marcher Dans le Sable Les Lois De La Nature Derniere Annee Garou Caravane ASIN: B00061H31M Release Date: 2006-11-01

Tracks:

1. Plus d'Importance
2. Elle Danse Seule
3. Paradis
4. Homme Sans Racines
5. Elle Habite Ici
6. Dans la Cour
7. Encore une Fois
8. Dans Mon R
9. Faire Semblant
10. Je Ne Tiendrai Pas
11. Silverado

Average customer rating: A True Classic mmm... Ero-Rock Really great album, absolutely mandatory !

Les Lois De La Nature Gerald De Palmas Manufacturer: EMI ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Marcher Dans le Sable Derniere Annee Un Homme Sans Racines Garou ASIN: B00000I3QC Release Date: 1998-12-22

Tracks:

1. Comme Ca
2. Les Lois De La Nature
3. Mary Jane
4. La Seule Qui Sait
5. Ma Sirene
6. Laisse Moi Te Dire
7. Johnny And Joe
8. Donneurs De Lecons
9. La Plaine
10. Six Heures
11. Rester Calme
12. Comme Ca

Customer Reviews:

A True Classic.......2006-01-15

Often these reviews are extremely silly, throwing around words like "classic," "exquisite" and "Beatle-esque" in reference to some bla bla new offering from Blink 182 or Kanye West. To me, this is a classic. While I am no certified music critic, I can attest that this CD, even after nearly ten years of wear, never goes a fortnight without play. Not only is every song unskippable, they flow together wonderfully. If you'd like a taste of the the best the album has to offer, give a listen to Comme Ca, Mary Jane, and especially Rester Calme. He is not just good for a French singer; De Palmas is world class.

mmm... Ero-Rock.......2005-12-13

I don't understand a word De Palmas sings... and I don't care.
Of all the CD's I own, their are few that I like to listen to all the songs on- except, my Gerald De Palmas CD's (there are others, but I'm not reviewing those now).

Everyone who hears Gerald says somthing like; "wow, he has a great voice!" yes, yes he does.
The dynamics on this CD have, at times sent shevers down my spine (but thats me; I am weard).

This, or any De Palmas, CD is worth a listen, and it will remind your freinds that "French" does not mean "Disco" (thank you very much Eiffel65).

Really great album, absolutely mandatory !.......1999-09-23

De Palmas is a strong lyricist and musician. His music can be listened by all, including non-french speakers. His music is not too poppy or hard either, they're groovy and easy-listening, without being too corny. The theme song "Les lois de la nature" is awesome, and songs like "Mary Jane" are instant classics. It's really worth buying it!

Average customer rating: What, you don't already have it?

Derniere Annee Da Palmas Manufacturer: EMI ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music World Dance | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Les Lois De La Nature Marcher Dans le Sable Un Homme Sans Racines ASIN: B00000I3QD Release Date: 1998-12-22

Tracks:

1. Sans Recours (Nouvelle Version)
2. Sur La Route
3. Si J'Etais Vous
4. Comme Une Ombre
5. Verite
6. A Peine De La Peine
7. Mon Alter Ego
8. La Malediction
9. La Derniere Annee
10. Ici Ou Ailleurs
11. Le Jour Viendra
12. Sans Recours (Version Album)
13. Black Or White
14. Sur La Route (Version Acoustique)

Customer Reviews:

What, you don't already have it?.......2000-10-05

OK, there are a lot of great characters in French music (Goldman, Cabrel...), but this guy is great! An amazing album, with strong lyrics, rythm, a guitare you will never forget... Songs as "Sans recours", "Sur la route", or "Si j'étais vous vous" are simply great, the rest of the album is also very good. And there is a new version of Mickeal Jackson's "Black or white", with simply two guitars and a drum that is unbelievable. Try it, you won't be disappointed.

Average customer rating: True Excellence 10 stars ******** The Best

No Me Toques las Palmas Que Me Conozco Maria Isabel Manufacturer: Umvd Import ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Latin Music | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B0007LBM5O Release Date: 2007-03-02

Tracks:

1. Antes Muerta Que Sencilla
2. Vida Es Bella
3. Muchacho
4. No Me Toques las Palmas Que Me Conozco!
5. Mi Limus
6. Noche y Tu Voz
7. Escalofr
8. Pepa
9. Onde Vas Marisabel?
10. Mira Ni

Customer Reviews:

True Excellence 10 stars ********.......2005-09-19

Maria Isabel swept the music world in Europe with the release of her Music Video "Antes Muerta Que Sensilla" and winning the Eurojunior 2004 representing Spain. This CD includes all her songs and the DVD contains the Music Video and the entire journey to winning the Eurojunior 2004. "MAKE SURE YOU BUY THE VERSION WITH THE DVD INCLUDED." It is excellent! If Maria Isabel chooses to continue her music career she will be the next Shakira. I give her ten stars **********

The Best.......2005-05-18

The best song is Antes muerta que sencilla. It is a flamenco-rap-arabic song. It is amazing. Its hard to believe she is only 10!

Average customer rating: Rich, Alive, Versatile

Seeing Red Maria Zemantauski Manufacturer: Futon Dog ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music ASIN: B00005NNQQ Release Date: 2001-08-07

Tracks:

1. 624 Cactus Hotel
2. Rosita
3. Campindaluza
4. Danza Mora
5. Spanish Dance #2
6. Seeing Red
7. Call
8. Testamen d'Amelia
9. Tinto Verano
10. Amaboko

Customer Reviews:

Rich, Alive, Versatile.......2005-08-20

One of the most dynamic Flamenco guitarists of a lifetime. This is an outstanding CD full of versatile guitar licks. Phenominal music from a world-class guitarist. The music is rich, vibrant and full of life. If you ever get a chance to see Maria 'Z' in person, do yourself a favor and go. Her live performances are awesome! As good as this CD is, her other CD "Mrs. Laughinhouse" is even more explosive.

Average customer rating:

A Volte Ritornano Mauro Palmas Manufacturer: Robi Droli / Newtone ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Italy | Continental Europe | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | Continental Europe | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B00004NJID Release Date: 1999-10-25

Tracks:

1. Son Cieco
2. Dalle Belle Citta'
3. Otto Ore
4. Regazzine VI Prego Ascoltare
5. Camicia Rossa
6. Rondinella d'Aspromonte
7. Cassisia Agghja 'Intu
8. Saluteremo il Signor Padrone
9. So' Stato a Lavora' a Montesicuro
10. Fuoco E Mitragliatrici Gorizia
11. Partigiani Fratelli Maggiori
12. Bella Ciao

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La Derniere Annee De Palmas Manufacturer: Musicrama/Koch ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B00000DZ80 Release Date: 1996-03-11

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