Galt MacDermot - La Novela (1973)

This instrumental album by composer Galt MacDermot features specialized musical material created for the Ballet Hispanico of New York. Unlike some of the more experimental and occasionally gimmicky releases put out during that period on his own Kilmarnock label, this recording is distinguished by its conceptual focus, polished structure, and powerful rhythmic foundation. The record's sonic aesthetic is built on an organic fusion of funky jazz, traditional Latin themes, and MacDermot's signature melodies. A top-tier lineup of guest jazz and session masters ensured exceptional performance quality and tight grooves, including trumpeters Jimmy Owens and Charles Sullivan, saxophonist Seldon Powell, legendary percussionist Ray Barretto, and drummer Bernard Purdie.

Tracklist:
1-1 Galt MacDermot;Galt Macdermot - La Novela [1:30]
1-2 Galt MacDermot;Galt Macdermot - La Innocente [2:39]
1-3 Galt MacDermot;Galt Macdermot - La Lucha [1:08]
1-4 Galt MacDermot;Galt Macdermot - La Endredadera [3:37]
1-5 Galt MacDermot;Galt Macdermot - La Picara [3:00]
1-6 Galt MacDermot;Galt Macdermot - La Victima [4:14]
1-7 Galt MacDermot;Galt Macdermot - Instant Amor [4:04]
1-8 Galt MacDermot;Galt Macdermot - Finale [5:10]
1-9 Galt MacDermot;Galt Macdermot - El Amor Verdadero [3:39]
1-10 Galt MacDermot;Galt Macdermot - Hay Una Isla [2:41]
1-11 Galt MacDermot;Galt Macdermot - Annalisa [2:29]
1-12 Galt MacDermot;Galt Macdermot - Rumbatimbale [3:07]