THE “UK’s very own Buena Vista band” bring their red hot rhythms to Stroud this week.
Son Yambu play authentic ‘Son Cubano’ or Cuban son –- the essential Afro-Cuban music that originated in the streets of eastern Cuba at the turn of the last century. Son is a fusion of Spanish and African rhythms and is the root of all salsa music.
Formed in 2011, Son Yambu features a new generation of Cuban musicians who are all passionate about maintaining the traditions of the genre.
Heading the line-up, which includes guitar, bass, vocals, congas, timpales and trés, is the trumpet of virtuoso Victor Hechevarria, who has toured world wide with several renowned Cuban bands and is an ex-member of the Santiago Symphony Orchestra.
“UK’s very own Buena Vista band –- absolutely tremendous,.” said- Sean Rafferty on, BBC Radio 3.
Son Yambu are at the Sub Rooms on Saturday at 8pm. Visit www.subscriptionrooms.org.uk for more details.
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