Guillermo Klein & Los Guachos - Carrera (2012)

An important vehicle aiding in the direction musical polyglot Guillermo Klein s art follows is that both the process and product have meaning. As a bandleader and principal composer/arranger for Los Guachos, Klein is responsible for sustaining a large ensemble of the highest caliber musicians that creates music that is both attractive and unique.

Klein s new recording with Los Guachos, Carrera, proves significant for a number of reasons. This recording is a collection of compositions generated prior to and after Klein s return to his birthplace Buenos Aires from Barcelona, a move that has had a tremendous impact on the composer and his family. The songs on the recording contain strong messages that Klein feels need to be heard. And most importantly, the recording demonstrates the tremendous bond that continues to grow amongst the members of Los Guachos.

Tracklist:

1. Burrito Hill
2. Globos
3. Ninos
4. Mariana
5. Mareados
6. ArteSano
7. Moreiras
8. The Habit of Memory
9. Piano Sonata op. 22 (1st mouvement)
10. Carrera

Personnel:

Guillermo Klein - piano, rhodes, vocals
Miguel Zenon - alto saxophone, flute, vocals (2)
Bill McHenry - tenor saxophone
Diego Urcola - trumpet, trombone
Sandro Tomasi - trombone
Taylor Haskins - trumpet
Chris Cheek - tenor, baritone saxophone
Richard Nant - trumpet, percussion
Fernando Huergo - bass-electric
Jeff Ballard - drums