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Orgullecida estoy de ser divina Y de tener tan linda perfección.
I am proud to be divine and to have such beautiful perfection,
When Buena Vista Social Club At Carnegie Hall was finally released in 2008—ten years after the legendary concert—it felt like unveiling a hidden treasure. This album is more than just a live recording; it is a time capsule capturing the passion, energy, and musical brilliance of some of Cuba’s most iconic artists.
From the moment Compay Segundo sets the tone with his warm voice and masterful guitar playing on Chan Chan, you can feel the magic of that night at Carnegie Hall. Ibrahim Ferrer delivers a deeply moving rendition of Dos Gardenias, while Omara Portuondo adds playful charm with Quizás, Quizás, Quizás. Rubén González turns his piano into a whirlwind of vibrant notes on Orgullecida, and Orlando ‘Cachaíto’ López, together with percussionists Roberto García and Angel ‘Terry’ Domech, provides each song with that irresistible rhythmic pulse that makes it impossible to sit still.
This concert was not only a triumph for the performers but also for Cuban music itself. Wim Wenders’ documentary Buena Vista Social Club introduced the world to these extraordinary musicians, and this album proves exactly why their music continues to inspire generations. No studio recording can replicate the energy captured here—the applause, the interaction with the audience, and the sheer joy present in every note.
If you are a fan of traditional Cuban music, Buena Vista Social Club At Carnegie Hall is a must-have. This album proves that music knows no borders and that a group of musicians deeply rooted in Havana could effortlessly enchant one of the most prestigious concert halls in the world.
Tracklist
A1 Chan Chan
A2 De Camino A La Vereda
A3 El Cuarto De Tula
A4 La Engañadora
B1 Buena Vista Social Club
B2 Dos Gardenias
B3 Quizás, Quizás
B4 Veinta Años
C1 Orgullecida
C2 ¿Y Tú Qué Has Hecho?
C3 Siboney
C4 Mandinga
C5 Almendra*
D1 El Carretero
D2 Candela
D3 Silencio
Vinyl Specs
| Label: | World Circuit – WCV080 |
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| Format: | 2 x Vinyl, LP, Album |
| Country: | US |
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