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Buena Vista Social Club

Buena Vista Social Club was a celebrated ensemble of mostly Cuban musicians formed in 1996 to revive the popular Havana sounds of the mid-20th century.

Orígenes

The project was organized by World Circuit's Nick Gold, produced by American guitarist Ry Cooder and directed by Juan de Marcos González. It took its name from a members' club in Havana's Buenavista quarter, a popular 1940s music venue, and gathered a dozen veteran musicians, some long retired.

El sonido

Their music showcases classic Cuban styles — son, bolero and danzón — performed by seasoned players steeped in those traditions.

Legado

By reuniting veteran Cuban musicians, the project brought the island's golden-era styles to a worldwide audience and became a landmark in the global appreciation of Cuban music.