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Latin Beat Magazine (May-2004)
BOB DESENA - Going Latin On Jazz St. (Discos Dos Coronas)
Bandleader/multi-instrumentalist Bob DeSena is back with his unique, cool West Coast Latin Jazz sounds, offering a repertoire of ten original scores ranging from tasty mambos like the opener Isla Mujeres to romantic ballads such as Just Us and Yvonne, Mi Amor (dedicated to his wife). But it doesn't stop there. DeSena and cohorts take on the challenge of interpreting a beautiful original danzon titled Una Vez En El Pasado (One Time in the Past) showcasing the collective versatility of the group. DeSena shines on the vibes on the cool and sassy Bobby's Chambo, reminiscing about the good old Tjader sound of yesteryear. On the selection Moroccan Mambo he switches to the marimba, accompanied by Jon Griffin on the tres guitar and ancient Egyptian vocal inspirations delivered by Heather Douglas, creating an illusionist world music mood. The party comes to an end with the closing track Descarga (Jam Session), allowing everyone to stretch and have some fun. (GR) |
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| L.A. Jazz Scene (August, 2001) - Multi-talented musician Bob DeSena presented his Latin Jazz Ensemble at Lunaria's in July. He's been performing there every Friday night, turning Lunaria into a very lively spot, where people can come and dance to the music, if they want to. DeSena is a very energetic performer, who has been playing at various clubs throughout the L.A. area. He can often be found at The Warehouse restaurant in the Marina and Lunaria's in West L.A. DeSena plays a multitude of instruments that include trumpet, flugelhorn, vibes, Latin percussion and he also does some vocalizing on many of the classic tunes that the band plays..-- Read Complete Review |
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| Latin Jazz Club.com - Are you in the mood for some tight well-balanced Latin Jazz? Well if you answer is affirmative then the music of Bob DeSena and his group will certainly fit the bill. Bob, a classy, hip and stylish multi-instrumentalist brings us his own creative Latin Jazz sounds in his release on the Discos Dos Coronas label entitled, All That Latin Jazz. -- Read Complete Review |
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