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Angel Roman & Mambo Blue: Festive Interplay
ByAngel Roman
guitarEvery track on this release was arranged and written by Roman, and he works to convey his eclectic approach to rhythm. Such is the case with "Collective Cha," which starts out with an intro that focusses on the horns before settling into the cha-cha rhythm. Flutist

John Mills
saxophoneThe title track, "Festival Interplay," does not follow the traditional Latin style meter and form, but Roman nevertheless creates a sparkling piece that provides trumpeter

Pete Rodriguez
trumpet and vocalsb.1969
Damian A. Garcia
piano
Russell Haight
saxophone, tenor
Andre Hayward
tromboneb.1973
Andy Smith
drumsTrack Listing
Why Not; Collective Cha; Dreaming In Bomba; Festive Interplay; Never Fair; Not Sure So Sure; 3 Sisters; The Quest; Indi-Go-Go (Alegria); Who Knows Maybe Tomorrow.
Personnel
John Mills
saxophonePete Rodriguez
trumpet and vocalsJustin Vasquez
saxophone, altoRussell Haight
saxophone, tenorAndre Hayward
tromboneDamian A. Garcia
pianoJoel Guzman
percussionNicholas Litterski
pianoAngel Roman
guitarJose Aponte
drumsBrennan Temple
drumsAndy Smith
drumsSamuel Lopez
percussionCarmelo Torres
drumsAlbum information
Title: Festive Interplay | Year Released: 2021 | Record Label: Self Produced
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