Oscar Hernandez - Love the Moment (2019)

In sheer colour and variety, in the depth of characterization and the exceptional range and refinement of his playing, Oscar Hernández here imparts a powerful stature...
LATIN JAZZ NETWORK

Now in the middle of a towering career as founder & leader of the Spanish Harlem Orchestra, musical director for Rubén Blades, and pianist, arranger and producer for some of the biggest names in Contemporary Latin music, three-time Grammy winner Oscar Hernández turns to his working quintet to present "Love the Moment." Pulling from several lifetimes worth of musical experiences, Hernandez penned ten originals to perform with his Los Angeles-based ensemble, featuring the legendary saxophonist Justo Almario and special guests, San Diego trumpeter Gilbert Castellanos and violinist Dayren Santamaria, along with drummer Jimmy Branly, bassist Oscar Cartaya, and percussionist Christian Moraga.

Oscar Hernandez - Piano/Leader
Justo Almario - Sax/Flute
Jimmy Branly - Drums
Oskar Cartaya - Bass
Christian Moraga - Conga/Percussion
Guests Gilbert Castellanos - Trumpet/Flugelhorn,
Dayren Santamaria - Violin

Tracklist:
01. Oscar Hernandez; Alma Libre - Otro Nivel (4:52)
02. Oscar Hernandez; Alma Libre - Love the Moment (6:05)
03. Oscar Hernandez; Alma Libre - Latino Jazz (5:56)
04. Oscar Hernandez; Alma Libre - Danzon for Lisa (5:16)
05. Oscar Hernandez; Alma Libre - Mi Cancion Es Para Ti (4:43)
06. Oscar Hernandez; Alma Libre - Silent Prayers (6:07)
07. Oscar Hernandez; Alma Libre - Alternate Roots (5:10)
08. Oscar Hernandez; Alma Libre - Sentimento De Amor (5:22)
09. Oscar Hernandez; Alma Libre - Groove For Peace (4:22)
10. Oscar Hernandez; Alma Libre - Mindful Thoughts (5:57)