The most authoritative guide to Afro-Cuban jazz ever published. Includes scores and analysis of Valdés’ most important works, an overview of the history of Afro-Cuban music, biographies on Valdés and ground-breaking supergroup Irakere and an explanation of the Cuban clave and its function.

The most authoritative guide to Afro-Cuban jazz ever published. Includes scores and analysis of Valdés’ most important works, an overview of the history of Afro-Cuban music, biographies on Valdés and ground-breaking supergroup Irakere and an explanation of the Cuban clave and its function.

The most authoritative guide to Afro-Cuban jazz ever published. Includes scores and analysis of Valdés’ most important works, an overview of the history of Afro-Cuban music, biographies on Valdés and ground-breaking supergroup Irakere and an explanation of the Cuban clave and its function.