Willie Rodriguez has been a fixture in Latin and Latin/Jazz music since the 70's. He has played and recorded with several Latin and Jazz artists throughout his career. Among his many recordings notably he is on Machito's Grammy award winning 1982 Salsa Big Band on the Timeless Label, Utrecht, Holland and on Celia Cruz' Grammy award winning 2002 album on Sony. He has also recorded with Luis "Perico" Ortiz, Johnny Pacheco and Steve Turre. His career continues as an educator where he earned a doctorate in music education from Teachers College, Columbia University. Dr. William (Willie) Rodriguez is the founder and principal of the Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music
WILLIE RODRIGUEZ - "LIVE AT WILLIE'S STEAK HOUSE" (2008)
Latin Jazz pianist Willie Rodriguez adds his unique New York style to this live CD recording
Willie Rodriguez
Piano, vocals
Andy Gonzalez Bass
Nicky Marrero Timbales
Rolland Guerrero Congas
Richie Mely Bongos
Dave Valentin Flute
review by Bruce Polin: WILLIE RODRIGUEZ - "LIVE AT WILLIE'S STEAK HOUSE" (2008)
recensione di Roberto Rabbi: WILLIE RODRIGUEZ - "LIVE AT WILLIE'S STEAK HOUSE" (2008)
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