Publisher's Synopsis
A treasure trove of information collected on Cuban musical art for more than forty years by the authors, either directly in Cuba and North America or from the musicians themselves, with the collaboration of the great celebrities of Cuban music, Cuban song and renowned musicologists, combined with a work of in-depth research and investigations, make this book an essential reference on Cuban popular music, the most comprehensive book ever written.After a brief retrospective look at the geographical, historical, political, economic and human context of Cuba and the various sources of influence in Cuban music, which require a chronological order, "Cuban Popular Music" presents itself as an encyclopedic guide, with an alphabetical presentation offering the reader total freedom in his or her search for information.These include the various musical genres such as Danzon, Son, Rumba, Mambo or Salsa, and the Cuban musical instruments, the great celebrities of the song, the authors, composers and vocalists, the instrumentalists, whether they are charangueros, Danzoneros, Soneros, Guaracheros, Rumberos, Percussionists and Jazzmen, as well as the musical groups.The discography presented is a selection proposed by the authors as collectors, amateurs, producers and distributors of Cuban records.
