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PRESS KIT
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Brief Biography Bio en Español
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"Transcending Expectations" – DOWNBEAT "Paoli Mejias transcends the conventions of mainstream jazz, creating a rich tapestry of original, Latin-flavored, improvisational music" - JAZZ IMPROV "This exceptional session [Transcend] is his follow-up effort to his 2005 Latin Grammy nominated release Mi Tambor, and it exceeds all expectations" - JAZZIZ |
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| ABOUT PAOLI MEJIAS & HIS QUINTET: | |
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Grammy nominee Paoli Mejias fuses straight-ahead jazz, salsa, be-bop, swing & rumba with global rhythms to create a new dimension of Latin jazz. Paoli's unique style incorporates the "salsa gorda" of Eddie Palmieri's big band, elements of folkloric rhythms of Puerto Rico, & songo influences of Irakere and Batacumbele. Renowned for his innovative vision, global style and unique sound, Paoli is a distinguished master percussionist and is ranked among the best in both Latin jazz and salsa. Performing for more than 20 years along side Latin jazz legends like Tito Puente, Dave Samuels, Dave Valentin, Paquito d'Rivera, Chick Corea, David Sanchez and Danilo Perez, who all have called on Paoli for his unique blend of melodic sensitivity and blinding technique. Paoli also gained international recognition while touring the largest jazz festivals as Eddie Palmieri's side-man for more than a decade. Now at only age 38 Paoli is at the vanguard of Latin jazz as leader of his own Quintet. Paoli made his successful debut as a bandleader with his self-produced record “Mi Tambor” which received a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Latin Jazz Album. Showered with positive press and accolades from the worldwide jazz community, Paoli’s transition from sideman to focal point was explosive. His 2006 follow-up release “Transcend” features some of the New York Latin jazz scene's finest: Luis Perdomo, Miguel Zenón, Jaleel Shaw, Hans Glawischnig & Antonio Sánchez, all of whom also recorded on his 3rd CD "JAZZAMBIA" released in November of 2008. |
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Bookings & Management: Sarah Vogel 787.548.0772 |
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