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Gato Barbieri
If Que Pasa, Gato Barbieri's 1997 debut for Columbia Jazz (the fourth highest-selling Contemporary Jazz album of '97, according to Billboard) and his return to recording following a ten-year absence was heralded as his triumphant comeback, then his highly-anticipated follow-up CHE CORAZON, can be considered his rebirth. For it is with CHE CORAZON, produced by Chuck Loeb, with Gato as executive producer, that the legendary saxophonist celebrates his recommitment to life.
"This record is like a biography," states Gato, who dedicated tunes on CHE CORAZON to his niece, his mother and his newborn son, Christian. "It feels a little nostalgic. It's about friends and family. CHE CORAZON displays the artistry and passion that has captured the hearts and imagination of millions of Gato fans worldwide for over thirty years. Whether it's his exploration into free form improvisation, his fusion of jazz and Latin American music and now contemporary jazz, the main ingredient is that signature sound that let's you know it can't be anyone else except, Gato Barbieri. "It's the melody," says the saxophonist of his secret weapon. "The melody is the most important thing!"
Leandro "Gato" Barbieri was born in Rosario, Argentina. Barbieri's exposure to music began with his family. His father played violin, his older brother played trumpet and his uncle tenor sax. While Argentina is best known for the sounds of the tango, it was jazz that captivated the aspiring musician.
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Blue Habanera
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Para Todos
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