Congas and Latin percussion in action Photo by Dominik Scythe on Unsplash - Latin jazz’s rhythmic fire and passion

10. Latin Jazz: Afro-Cuban & Brazilian (1940s-Present)

[To be written: Two distinct traditions - Afro-Cuban (Machito, Dizzy Gillespie, Tito Puente, clave, montuno) vs. Brazilian (João Gilberto, Stan Getz, bossa nova, samba); Different rhythmic foundations; Integration with bebop and beyond]



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