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Ernest Anthony Puente Jr. (April 20, 1923 – June 1, 2000), [1] commonly known as Tito Puente, was an American musician, songwriter, bandleader, timbalero, and record producer. He composed dance-oriented mambo and Latin jazz music.
Nov 8, 2009 · By virtue of his warm, flamboyant stage manner, longevity, constant touring, and appearances in the mass media, Tito Puente is probably the most beloved symbol of Latin jazz.
Apr 2, 2014 · Tito Puente was a musical pioneer, mixing musical styles with Latin sounds and experimenting in fusing Latin music with jazz.
May 27, 2024 · Tito Puente, American bandleader, composer, and musician who was one of the leading figures in Latin jazz. His bravura showmanship and string of mambo dance hits in the 1950s earned him the nickname ‘King of Mambo.’
Tito Puente, Sr., (April 20, 1923 -- June 1, 2000 [1]), born Ernesto Antonio Puente, Jr., was a Latin Jazz and Salsa music musici...
May 10, 2024 · Tito Puente was a legend of Latin jazz, salsa and mambo music. He won six Grammys for his work — including a Lifetime Achievement Award — and he’s best known for a tune called “Oye Como Va.”
Apr 19, 2023 · Ernest Anthony Puente, known as Tito, was born in Harlem on April 20, 1923, and went on to create an enormous body of work (over 100 albums) while earning a reputation as a tireless performer....
Apr 20, 2023 · Tito Puente passed away in 2000, yet his legacy in Latin music continues unabated. In honor of his centennial birthday on April 20, GRAMMY.com revisits 10 essential songs in Tito Puente's canon.
Ernest Anthony "Tito" Puente, Jr. (April 20, 1923 – June 1, 2000) was an American musician of Puerto Rican descent, songwriter, record producer and bandleade...
Tito Puente. Soundtrack: Star Trek Into Darkness. Ernest "Tito" Anthony Puente was the eldest son of Puerto Rican parents. His mother called him "Ernestito" which means "Little Ernest", which was later shortened to "Tito". His mother saw his musical potential and enrolled him in piano classes.
