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Machito (born Francisco Raúl Gutiérrez Grillo, December 3, 1909 – April 15, 1984) was a Latin jazz musician who helped refine Afro-Cuban jazz and create both Cubop and salsa music. [1] [2] He was raised in Havana with his sister, singer [Graciela].
Nov 26, 2023 · Machito and his Afro-Cubans, one of the Palladium Big Three, helped define Latin Jazz in the 1940s, and promoted African heritage.
Machito popularized Cuban musical culture throughout the United States and the world. He helped infuse Latin music into mainstream American music, making a name for himself as the father of Latin jazz and influencing generations of musicians that followed. View objects relating to Machito.
Mar 24, 2020 · Musician Machito (c. 1908-1984) and his group the Afro-Cubans performed from 1940 to the early 1980s, forming an influential legacy that includes salsa music and Afro-Cuban jazz.
Mar 1, 2000 · Machito’s big band had a high-powered brass identity. From 1940 until his death in 1984 the bandleader espoused Afro-Cuban jazz around the world by marrying traditional rhythms with inspired jazz soloists.
Aug 1, 2001 · The timing was perfect, as Afro-Cuban jazz (a variety of Latin jazz) was on the verge of becoming popular. Machito and his band became a master of the genre, as displayed on this energetic album.
Jan 12, 2013 · Machito & His Afro Cuban Orchestra - Si Si, No No (canta Graciela) Machito (born Francisco Raúl Gutiérrez Grillo, February 16, 1908--April 19, 1984) was an influential Latin jazz musician who...
