[Famous Songs of the World] A curated introduction to soul-stirring popular Latin mambo tracks

Ran-Kan-KanAfuro Kyūban Ōrusutāzu

“Ran Kan Kan” is a work by Tito Puente.

He played multiple instruments, including timbales, vibraphone, and keyboards, and was also a composer, arranger, and bandleader.

The performance is by the Cuban band Afro-Cuban All Stars.

Mambo GosoonTito Puente

Tito Puente – Mambo Gozon

“Mambo Gozón” is a work by New York–born musician Tito Puente.

He was a musician known as both the “King of the Timbales” and the “King of Latin Music.” In particular, he elevated the relatively understated timbales to a star role by bringing them to the forefront.

Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhapsratenbando majōru

Kissas, Kissas, Kissas — in a Major style

“Quizás, Quizás, Quizás” is a work by Cuban musician Osvaldo Farrés.

The title means “Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps.” The performance is by the Latin band Mayor from Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture.

This is from the “Tidal Current Moon-Viewing” concert held at Mount Karei on Oshima.

Mambo No. 5iwaki-shi chūgaku kōkō suisōgakubu gōdō

[Tokyo International Music Festival 2023] May 4: All-Japan Pops & Jazz Band Grand Prix – Iwaki Municipal Nishiki Elementary School

“Mambo No.

5″ is one of the best-known works representing Pérez Prado.

In Japan, it is also used in school education and is often performed by school wind bands.

This performance is by a joint ensemble of the junior high school and high school wind bands of Iwaki City.

Perfidiaebāgurīnzuoke

Perfidia by The Evergreens Orchestra 50th

Perfidia is a piece by Mexican composer Alberto Domínguez.

While The Ventures’ performance is well known, Xavier Cugat’s rendition became a major hit.

It is also used in the flashback scenes of the film Casablanca.

Performed by the Evergreens Orchestra.