Luis Mario Ochoa & his 'Cuba Tradicional' ensemble
Sones, Guaarachas & Boleros

Cuban born vocalist, guitarist, composer and arranger Luis Mario Ochoa bandleader of the Toronto based salsa and Latin jazz orchestra Cimarrón introduces his new "Cuba Tradicional" ensemble - The Toronto Cuban Jazz Review to the audience at Olivia's at Fifty Three, every Saturday for the rest of the Summer, with a repertoire that recreates a pre-Buena Vista Social club era. Come ready to groove to the rhythms of Cuba!
Press Excerpts about Luis Mario Ochoa:
Jazz Improv Magazine: Cimarrón: Luis Mario Ochoa and Friends is a "must have" recording for anyone who loves Afro-Cuban Jazz and outstanding vocals. April 06
All About Jazz: Cimarrón is, at any rate, a surprisingly varied and entertaining album that will continue to engage listeners with its appealing arrangements and infectious Latin rhythms…Ochoa certainly proves himself multifariously gifted in original composition, fresh arrangements, and performance on both vocals and guitar. by E. I. Iannelli - June 06
Jazz Review.com: Cimarron 's one of the year's best releases of 2006. by Sheldon T. Nunn.
Jazz Time Magazine: This Latin Jazz session led by Havana native and guitarist-singer-arranger Luis Mario Ochoa is full of fire, finesse and authenticity. by Bill Milkowski, April 2006
Pop Matters: Cimarron is a spectacular coming together of exceptionally skilled players whose individual excellences are only surpassed by their collective ability to exist as pieces of the larger puzzle. by Kevin P. Davis
Jus'Jazz: The ten tracks on ‘Cimarrón' are a showcase for Luis Mario Ochoa to combine the rhythms of Cuba with Caribbean and South American cultures. The end result is a special blend of stylized harmonious music; filled with a serious taste of traditional Latin influenced jazz.
Descarga.com: The second offering from Luis Mario Ochoa is a fresh, up-tempo and high caliber Latin jazz release that provides a well conceived format for his fine guitar work. There are tight, well-knit instrumental tracts as well as some with vocals…It Cooks. Highly Recommended – Editor's Pick – January 2006. |