Cuba: I Am Time [Box set]

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Cleverly packaged in a faux cigar box, this four-CD compilation of Cuban music is designed with the curious fan in mind. Each disc is dedicated to a genre: Cuban Invocations (Afro-Cuban religious music), Cantar en Cuba (songcraft), Bailar con Cuba (dance music), and Cubano Jazz (jazz). Rather than attempting a full historical account, the selection of both classic and modern performers suggests the evolution of the music in broad, bold strokes. Cantar en Cuba features singer Maria Teresa Vera, a key historical figure, but also up-to-the-minute salsero Issac Delgado. In Cubano Jazz, the late bandleader Mario Bauza, crucial in the birth of Latin jazz in the early '40s, is represented alongside contemporary pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba. The accompanying 112-page booklet includes essays, interviews, and a useful song-by-song discussion that sets the music in context. The result is an informative, rewarding overview of Cuban music--and a terrific instant dance-music collection. --Fernando Gonzalez

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Average customer rating: Can't get any better. Nice selections, inadequate documentation PAL'LOS RUMBEROS - COMPILATION 2CD Eclectic introduction to Cuban music uneven but fine

Cuba: I Am Time Various Artists Manufacturer: Blue Jackel Ent. ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music Afro-Cuban | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Caribbean & Cuba | Compilations | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music Mambo | Latin Music | Styles | Music Big Band | Latin Music | Styles | Music Son | Latin Music | Styles | Music Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Modern Postbebop | Jazz | Styles | Music Latin Music | Box Sets | Stores | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Caribbean & Cuba | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Cuban Counterpoint: History of the Son Montuno Afro-Cuba: A Musical Anthology ASIN: B000005AHS Release Date: 2002-06-11

Tracks:

1. El Sinsonte - Pancho Quinto Y Su Grupo Anag7
2. Obatala - Merceditas Valdes
3. La Voz Del Congo - Clave Y Guaguanco
4. Chach - Los Munequitos De Matanzas
5. Yemaya - Conjunto Folklorico Nacional De Cuba
6. Papa Aggun - Celeste Mendoza Y Los Papines
7. Santa Barbara (Que Viva Chango!) - Celina Gonzalez
8. Con Su Pin, Pin, Pin - Comparsa San Agustin
9. Bata Rhythm - Various Artists
10. Osain - Merceditas Valdes Y El Grupo De Jose Maria Vitier
11. Chivo Que Rompe Tambo - Bola De Nieve
12. Soy Todo - Juan Formell Y Los Van Van
13. Assokere (Canto A Eleggua) - Sintesis

Tracks:

1. Arolla Cubano - Maria Teresa Vera
2. Mamita Cambia - Miguelito Valdes
3. Saoco - Celeste Mendoza
4. Yo Si Tumbo Cana - Cuarteto D'Aida
5. Guajira Guantanamera - Joseito Fernandez
6. Son De La Loma - Trio Matamoros
7. Maria Cristina - Nico Saquito
8. El Verdulero - Paulina Alvarez
9. El Diablo Tun Tun - Miguelito Cuni
10. Ritmo Pilon - Pacho Alonso
11. Y Manana Me Caso Contigo - Conjunto Roberto Fax
12. Drume Negrita - Merceditas Valdes
13. Yayabo - Tito Gomez Con La Orquesta Riverside
14. Sabanas Blancas - Gerardo Alfonso
15. Mariposa - Pedro Luis Ferrer
16. Identidad - Pablo Milanes
17. A Bayamo En Coche - Alberto Alverez Y Son 14
18. Pa Que To Salves - Issac Delgado Y Su Orquesta

Tracks:

1. Que Bueno Baila Usted - Beny More
2. Rumba Caliente - Elio Reve Y Su Charangon
3. Iliana Quiere Chocolate - Pello Afrokan
4. Echale Salsita - Septeto Nacional De Ignacio Pineiro
5. Tres Lindas Cubanas - Sexteto Habanero
6. Pare Cochero - Orchestra Aragon
7. Sociedad Antonio Maceo - Isreal Lopez 'Cachao'
8. Mulatica Revoltosa - Arcano Y Sus Maravillas
9. Adivinalo - Arsenio Rodriguez
10. Oye El Carbonero - Chappottin Y Miguelito Cuni
11. Que Sorpresa! - Juan Formell Y Los Van Van
12. Recordando Al Sonero - Adalberto Alvarez Y Su Son
13. La Bruja, Camara - Jose Luis Cortes Y NG La Banda
14. La Bola - Manolin El Medico De La Salsa
15. Se Te Fue La Mano - Issac Delgado Y Su Orquesta

Tracks:

1. Mambo - Mario Bauza
2. Descarga Numero Dos - Chico O'Farrill
3. Juana Mil Ciento - Irakere
4. Nueva Vision - Emiliano Salvador
5. Bemba'e Cuchara/Spoon Lips - Cachao
6. Tumbao De Coqueta - Jesus Alemany
7. Bobre Un Canto A Eleggua - Grupo Afro-Cuba
8. Parraga - Orlando Valle 'Maraca'
9. El Noticiero - Los Terry
10. Woody'n You - Gonzalo Rubalcaba
11. Montuno - Steve Coleman w/AfroCuba De Matanzas

Amazon.com essential recording

Cleverly packaged in a faux cigar box, this four-CD compilation of Cuban music is designed with the curious fan in mind. Each disc is dedicated to a genre: Cuban Invocations (Afro-Cuban religious music), Cantar en Cuba (songcraft), Bailar con Cuba (dance music), and Cubano Jazz (jazz). Rather than attempting a full historical account, the selection of both classic and modern performers suggests the evolution of the music in broad, bold strokes. Cantar en Cuba features singer Maria Teresa Vera, a key historical figure, but also up-to-the-minute salsero Issac Delgado. In Cubano Jazz, the late bandleader Mario Bauza, crucial in the birth of Latin jazz in the early '40s, is represented alongside contemporary pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba. The accompanying 112-page booklet includes essays, interviews, and a useful song-by-song discussion that sets the music in context. The result is an informative, rewarding overview of Cuban music--and a terrific instant dance-music collection. --Fernando Gonzalez

Customer Reviews:

Can't get any better........2003-09-29

This is truly an eclectic collection of the diversity that makes not only the Cuban music, but its people.

Of course, it does not include the classical compositions of Ernesto Lecuona (I recommend Lecuona plays Lecuona,) amongst other Cuban musicians of different genres.

It does justice with respect to the music of the early 20th century, to the latter years of musicans under Castro's BIG eye.

Nice selections, inadequate documentation.......1999-07-02

Good sampler of styles and artists. However, while the well illustrated booklet that accompanies the set discusses at length cultural and religious influences on the music, basic information such as recording dates and personnel is completely absent. For a newcomer to Cuban music trying to piece together a history of major artists, innovators and most influential recordings, the lack of discographical information and historical context is frustrating.

PAL'LOS RUMBEROS - COMPILATION 2CD.......1999-06-24

I WOULD LIKE TO BUY "PEDRO SIMON" FROM ORQUESTRA COLON. THANKS YOU VERY MUCH

Eclectic introduction to Cuban music uneven but fine.......1999-01-02

I don't claim to be an expert on Cuban music. But this has been a fine introduction to the genre for me. The hubris of developing a Cuban collection on four disks becomes clear the longer I listen, because of the wildly different styles and the rich variations even within them. (So imagine, say, doing a four-disk compliation of "Music from Chicago.")

On the other hand, what better way to hear and learn? My apartment has looked like a Little Caesar's commercial for a week. And it's tough to do a conga line when you work at home by your lonesome.

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Cuba, I Am Time, Vol. 2: Cantar en Cuba Various Artists Manufacturer: Blue Jackel ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music ASIN: B00000I5DI Release Date: 1999-02-23

Tracks:

1. Arrolla Cubano - Maria Teresa Vera
2. Mamita Cambia - Miguelito Valdes
3. Saoco - Celeste Mendoza
4. Yo Si Tumbo Cana - Cuarteto D'Aida
5. Guajira Guantanamera - Joseito Fernandez
6. Son De La Loma - Trio Matamores
7. Maria Cristina - Nico Saquito
8. El Verdulero - Paulina Alvarez
9. El Diablo Tun Tun - Miguelito Cuni
10. Ritmo Pilon - Pacho Alonso
11. Y Manana Me Caso Contigo - Conjunto Roberto Faz
12. Drume Negrita - Mercediatas Valdes
13. Yayabo - Tito Gomez Con La Orquesta Riverside
14. Sabanas Blancas - Gerardo Alfonso
15. Mariposa - Pedro Luis Ferrer
16. Identidad - Pablo Milanes
17. A Bayamo En Coche - Adalberto Alvarez Y Son 14
18. Pa Que Te Salves - Issac Delgado Y Su Orquesta

Average customer rating:

Cuba, I Am Time, Vol. 4: Cubano Jazz Mario Bauza , Chico O'Farrill , and Irakere Manufacturer: Blue Jackel ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music Afro-Cuban | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Modern Postbebop | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B00000I5DK Release Date: 1999-03-16

Tracks:

1. Mambo - Mario Bauza
2. Descarga Numero Dos - Chico O'Farill
3. Juana Mil Ciento - Irakere
4. Nueva Vision - Emiliano Salvador
5. Bemba'e Cuchara/Spoon Lips - Cachao
6. Tumbao De Coqueta - Jesus Alemany
7. Sobre Un Canto A Eleggua - Grupo Afro-Cuba
8. Parraga - Orlando Valle 'Maraca'
9. El Noticiero - Los Terry
10. Woody'n You - Gonzalo Rubalcaba
11. Montuno - Steve Coleman/AfroCuba De Matanzas

Average customer rating:

Cuba, I Am Time, Vol. 1: Cuban Invocations Various Artists Manufacturer: Blue Jackel ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music Afro-Cuban | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music ASIN: B00007JSVM Release Date: 1999-02-23

Tracks:

1. El Sinsonte - Pancho Quinto Y Su Grupo Anag7
2. Obatala - Merceditas Valdes
3. La Voz Del Congo - Clave Y Guaguanco
4. Chacho - Los Munequitos De Matanzas
5. Yemaya - Conjunto Folklorico Nacional De Cuba
6. Papa Aggun - Celeste Mendoza Y Los Papines
7. Santa Barbara (!Que Viva Chango!) - Celina Gonzalez
8. Con Su Pin, Pin, Pin - Comparsa San Agustin
9. Bata Rhythm - Various Artists
10. Osain - Merceditas Valdes Y El Grupo De Jose Maria Vitier
11. Chivo Que Rompe Tambo - Bola De Nieve
12. Soy Todo - Juan Formell Y Los Van Van
13. Assokere (Canto A Eleggua) - Sintesis

Average customer rating:

Cuba, I Am Time, Vol. 2: Cantar en Cuba Various Artists Manufacturer: Blue Jackel ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music ASIN: B00007JST1 Release Date: 1999-02-23

Tracks:

1. Arrolla Cubano - Maria Teresa Vera
2. Mamita Cambia - Miguelito Valdes
3. Saoco - Celeste Mendoza
4. Yo Si Tumbo Cana - Cuarteto D'Aida
5. Guajira Guantanamera - Joseito Fernandez
6. Son De La Loma - Trio Matamoros
7. Maria Cristina - Nico Saquito Y Su Conjunto De Oriente
8. El Verdulero - Paulina Alvarez
9. El Diablo Tun Tun - Miguelito Cuni
10. Ritmo Pilon - Pacho Alonso
11. Y Manana Me Caso Contigo - Conjunto Roberto Faz
12. Drume Negrita - Merceditas Valdes
13. Yayabo - Tito Gomez Con La Orquesta Riverside
14. Sabanas Blancas - Gerardo Alfonso
15. Mariposa - Pedro Luis Ferrer
16. Identidad - Pablo Milanes
17. A Bayamo En Coche - Adalberto Alverez Y Son
18. Pa Que Te Salves - Issac Delgado Y Su Orquesta

Average customer rating:

Cuba, I Am Time, Vol. 1: Cuban Invocations Various Artists Manufacturer: Blue Jackel ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music Afro-Cuban | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music ASIN: B00000I5DH Release Date: 1999-02-23

Tracks:

1. Sinsonte - Pancho Quinto
2. Obatal Merceditas Vald
3. Voz del Congo - Conjunto Clave
4. Chacho - Los Muitos de Matanzas
5. Yemaya - Conjunto Folklorico Nacional de Cuba
6. Papa Aggun - Celeste Mendoza
7. Santa Bara - Celina Gonzz
8. Con Su Pin, Pin, Pin - Comparsa San Agustin
9. Bata Rhythm
10. Osain - Merceditas Vald
11. Chivo Que Rompe Tambo - Bola de Nieve
12. Soy Todo - Juan Formell
13. Assokere (Canto a Eleggu- Sesis

Average customer rating:

Cuba, I Am Time, Vol. 3: Bailar con Cuba Various Artists Manufacturer: Blue Jackel ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music Afro-Cuban | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music Son | Latin Music | Styles | Music ASIN: B00007JSQS Release Date: 1999-02-23

Tracks:

1. Que Bueno Baila Usted - Beny Mor
2. Rumba Caliente - Elio RevJr.
3. Iliana Quiere Chocolate - Pello El Afrokan
4. Echale Salsita - Septeto Nacional de Ignacio Pio
5. Tres Lindas Cubanas - Sexteto Habanero
6. Pare Cochero - Orchestra AragLos Papines
7. Sociedad Antonio Maceo - Orquesta Tipica
8. Mulatica Revoltosa - Arcano Y Sus Maravillas
9. Adivinalo - Arsenio Rodriguez
10. Oya el Carbonero - Miguelito Cuni
11. Quorpresa! - Juan Formell, Los Van Van
12. Recordando Al Sonero - Adalberto Alvarez
13. Bruja, Camar Josuis Cort NG la Banda
14. Bola - El Mco de la Salsa
15. Se Te Fue la Mano - Issac Delgado

Average customer rating:

Cuba, I Am Time, Vol. 4: Cubano Jazz Various Artists Manufacturer: Blue Jackel ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music Afro-Cuban | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music Bebop General | Bebop | Jazz | Styles | Music Latin Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Modern Postbebop | Jazz | Styles | Music ASIN: B00007JSVN Release Date: 1999-03-16

Tracks:

1. Mambo - Mario Bauza
2. Descarga Numero Dos - Chico O'Farrill
3. Juana Mil Ciento - Irakere
4. Nueva Vision - Emiliano Salvador
5. Bemba'e Cuchara/Spoon Lips - Cachao
6. Tumbao De Coqueta - Jesus Alemany
7. Sobre Un Canto A Eleggua - Grupo Afro-Cuba
8. Parraga - Orlando Valle 'Maraca'
9. El Noticiero - Los Terry
10. Woody'n You - Gonzalo Rubalcaba
11. Montuno - Steve Coleman

Average customer rating:

Cuba, I Am Time, Vol. 3: Bailar con Cuba Various Artists Manufacturer: Blue Jackel ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cuba | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music Afro-Cuban | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music Salsa | Latin Music | Styles | Music Son | Latin Music | Styles | Music ASIN: B00000I5DJ Release Date: 1999-02-23

Tracks:

1. Que Bueno Baila Usted - Beny More
2. Rumba Caliente - Elio Reve Y Su Charangon
3. Iliana Quiere Chocolate - Pello Afrokan
4. Echale Salsita - Septeto Nacional De Ignacio Piniero
5. Tres Lindas Cubanas - Sexteto Habanero
6. Pare Cochero - Orchestra Aragon
7. Sociedad Antonio Maceo - Isreal Lopez 'Cachao'
8. Mulatica Revoltosa - Arano Y Sus Maravillas
9. Adivinalo - Arsenio Rodriguez
10. Oye El Cabonero - Chappottin Y Miguelito Cuni
11. Que Sorpresa! - Juan Formell Y Los Van Van
12. Recoerdando Al Sonero - Adalberto Alvarez Y Su Son
13. La Bruja, Camara - Jose Luis Cortes Y NG La Banda
14. La Bola - Manolin El Medico De La Salsa
15. Se Te Fue La Mano - Issac Delgado Y Su Orquesta

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