For those that may not speak spanish, that second piece was 100% improv. I remember when Calle 54 came out and he made that awesome duo with his dad, who was like 90 back then, Chucho looked young man, now 20 years later or so, time is catching up, but so is the case with me, and everyone else, what can you do. Amazing how time flies maaaannnn!! The good part is that he's just as amazing a musician now after all these years as he was back then and also in those early Irakere days. Cheers y saludos al maestro, may he be with us for many many more years delivering his art!
I’m a 34yo non-Spanish speaking person who was introduced to Calle 54 when it was released by my older brother. Chucho, Tito Puente, and Michael Camilo made sure that I have shown my now 9yo son (who also doesn’t speak Spanish) the film and he LOVED the music as well. Incredible. I’ll never forget it.
calle 54 is so legendary. me and my buddy were to kids in germany who were like "whats this latin music, we want to play this" and then i found this dvd and bought it for him as a gift. he is now a very good conga player (back then drummer).
The one and only Chucho Valdés. I had the pleasure to shake his hand, when I lived in Havana. This time Chucho has played a wonderful version of Irakere's hits "Mambo Influenciado". What a masterpiece! Un caballo el gran Chucho 🐎
Yahooza NPR Tiny Desk!!!! you are crossing all the t’s and dotting the i’s. Your guests have been amazing . From Hip Hop to R&B to Afro Cuban. Around the world of music and back again. You hooked me by accident with Stromae. Now this is my favorite TH-cam channel. Chucho ❤️🎶🎵
Wow Tiny Desk, you impress and delight me once again. Musicianship aside - this man is a living legend and a musical godfather. For those of you that may follow some [I use the following quoted term for the sake of succinctness] "Latin" music and for those of you that don't follow that scene - understand that without Chucho, other styles of music and several other bands/artists that came after him and his band Irakere, simply would not have existed. Obviously, like most legendary musicians he's not solely responsible and is but a piece of a massive unfinished puzzle, but he truly is without any exaggeration that much of a foundational element.
Chucho's musicality and history are both so deep. Thank you for this wonderful episode. He never stops learning and reaching, a great lesson for any musician.
Chucho Valdés is truly a phenomenal composer and pianist! His music transcends genres and touches the soul. Every note he plays tells a story, and his mastery of the piano is just unparalleled. An absolute legend in every sense!
I just shared the stage and met the maestro Chucho Valdés at the Botanical Garden in Madrid Festival. Seeing him there and now here, listening to him all my life, further reaffirms my passion for the piano. Thank you Chucho for the love.
Chucho Valdés es una leyenda musical! Su habilidad como compositor y pianista es incomparable, fusionando ritmos afrocubanos con jazz como nadie más. ¡Verdaderamente inspirador!
I had the great pleasure to hear him playing on a concert with the catalan band Txarango. I can't forget that moment. One of the greatest pianist in the world
WOW , what can I say, gracias Chucho! I had the pleasure of meeting him last April, (for a series of shows he was doing with Joe Lavano and Dianne Reeves, We spoke and I even printed out some last minute sheet music he needed for that night's performance....he was so down to earth, communicative, so musical, you just felt his overwhelming musical presence!
Maestro Chucho ! One of my favorite artists. I've seen hundreds of concerts but Chucho's ones were definitely among the very best. He's trully a legend, just like his father Bebo. With his mighty Afro-Cuban Messengers, Irakere or as a solo player, his music is unique and timeless.
Beautiful. Amazing how he just plays off the cuff with the impromptu. Thank you Tiny Desk for bringing this into my life. Ya'll never fail to introduce me to amazing music. Not to take anything away from this performance, but, I just happened to notice a distinct lack of Vulfpeck on Tiny Desk. This is comment 1 asking for a Vulfpeck Tiny Desk.
Oh wow... Tiny Desk got Valdes (jr). That I did not expect. Thank you for showcasing this wonderful pianist. I also recommend Bebo Valdes who was his father. Unlike Chucho, he was more of an original Cuban salsa/bolero etc pianist. Chucho is more modern with an education in Jazz and Classic. Chopin and Afro Cuban fit perfectly with each other. Both stemming from 'Mazurka' . Now i'm at 6:12 And I bet you will hear the spirit of Chopin, Nazareth and Lecuona in the improv. Let's see. I was wrong ...he went Beebop.. But i recommend his other improvs. Anyway.. this guy has 7 Grammy's and 3 Latin Grams. Wow
Grande...un maestro dentro de maestros. NO hay nada más "puro" que un artista con su instrumento. La música instrumental tiene la virtud de "hablar el idioma universal". Gracias Maestro Valdés!!!!
In term of sound quality,Reverberation of tiny desk is so unique that it feels so homy. Ones could imagine hearing Chucho valdes playing grand piano in concert hall and hearing reverb and echo of hall but this feels very different that you never expect from Chucho. This kind of sounds and his musical excellency makes everything so perfect! Sonic palette that is not easily acquired anywhere else but at Tiny Desk only
Me encanta, los primeras acordes me suenan a Astor. Siempre las lagrimas Latinoamericanas manejando el lenguaje del jazz. O simplemente las venas sangradas de latinoamerica, Los mejores musicos son latinoamericanos. Abrazo 💙🤍💙 musical
Gran piano, gran pianista y todo dentro del tiny desk. Gran concierto, Chucho. Gran trabajo, espectacular sonorización, claro y nítido sonido, como siempre, Tiny Desk. ¡Gracias!
For those that may not speak spanish, that second piece was 100% improv. I remember when Calle 54 came out and he made that awesome duo with his dad, who was like 90 back then, Chucho looked young man, now 20 years later or so, time is catching up, but so is the case with me, and everyone else, what can you do. Amazing how time flies maaaannnn!! The good part is that he's just as amazing a musician now after all these years as he was back then and also in those early Irakere days. Cheers y saludos al maestro, may he be with us for many many more years delivering his art!
Appreciate the translate 🙏
I love Calle 54! I’ve seen it like 40 times over the years
I’m a 34yo non-Spanish speaking person who was introduced to Calle 54 when it was released by my older brother. Chucho, Tito Puente, and Michael Camilo made sure that I have shown my now 9yo son (who also doesn’t speak Spanish) the film and he LOVED the music as well. Incredible. I’ll never forget it.
calle 54 is so legendary. me and my buddy were to kids in germany who were like "whats this latin music, we want to play this" and then i found this dvd and bought it for him as a gift. he is now a very good conga player (back then drummer).
I have a copy of Calle 54. If anybody wants it, write to me and I'll give you a link :). You all must watch it at least twice ❤
I accidentally pressed play by mistake and it happened to be the best thing i did this morning ❤
shout out y'all
don't miss out on música de Cuba
Same here ... today September 18, 2024 ... WOW
What an amazing week for Latino artists! Milton Nascimento was a gift this feels like I owe a gift back. Thanks NPR for keeping the spirit!
Cuban royalty. A living legend. Thank you 🙏🏽 🔥🔥🔥🇨🇺🇨🇺🇨🇺🇨🇺
Legend is an understatement 😭🔥 he and Michel Camilo are just… pff no words
I see. I read on him. Yes. Cuban royalty!
Asi mismo!!! Orgullo de nuestra patria.
Que mucho sentir tienen los artistas cubanos 🇨🇺 🇵🇷
The one and only Chucho Valdés. I had the pleasure to shake his hand, when I lived in Havana. This time Chucho has played a wonderful version of Irakere's hits "Mambo Influenciado". What a masterpiece! Un caballo el gran Chucho 🐎
What a blend… Latin, Stride, Classic, Free, Bebop, Ballad. Eclecticism at its best.
Chucho Valdes, is and will always be one of my favorite Afro-Cuban music creators and arrangers. Thanks for adding him to the repertoire.
Tiny Desk, Big @$$ Piano!
Just phenomenal.
What a pleasant way to wake up, good morning Maestro
Chucho ain’t having none of that upright out of tune bs piano everybody else put up with.
@@markaprill6501
:) We have that upright tuned every time it’s used.
But thanks for listening!
Chucho, cuidate mucho para que estés entre nosotros por mucho más. Los amantes de la música te necesitamos.
Long live to this cuban legend
Orgullo cubano 🇨🇺
Chuco Valdez channels the jazz greats with chuco style. This man is absolutely amazing. Thank you npr tiny desk desk for bringing the love 💘
So glad to find Chucho Valdés in Tiny Desk. And in recent performance.He is a major artist. His craft never stops getting better.
Wow, two Latin jazz legends in a week. Somebody needs a raise!
Chucho Valdes will celebrate his 83rd birthday on October 9, 2024 --- That was a master class.
6:39
“Impromptu Desk”
Gracias maestro!, el universo te bendiga por tanta buena música de y para el alma...♪♫♦
Qué placer tener al maestro aqui , gracias tiny desk
AHHHH I SCREAMED WHEN I SAW IT CAME OUT
Yahooza NPR Tiny Desk!!!! you are crossing all the t’s and dotting the i’s. Your guests have been amazing .
From Hip Hop to R&B to Afro Cuban. Around the world of music and back again. You hooked me by accident with Stromae. Now this is my favorite TH-cam channel. Chucho ❤️🎶🎵
Increible regalo Tiny Desk ✨ 🤩
Leyenda Cubana, Caribeña, latinoamericana y Mundial. El piano es una extensión de su cuerpo. Todo fue hermoso.
Wow Tiny Desk, you impress and delight me once again. Musicianship aside - this man is a living legend and a musical godfather. For those of you that may follow some [I use the following quoted term for the sake of succinctness] "Latin" music and for those of you that don't follow that scene - understand that without Chucho, other styles of music and several other bands/artists that came after him and his band Irakere, simply would not have existed. Obviously, like most legendary musicians he's not solely responsible and is but a piece of a massive unfinished puzzle, but he truly is without any exaggeration that much of a foundational element.
¡Viva, Chucho!
Grande Chucho Valdés !!!!!
Gracias maestro Chucho y NPR por este concierto!
Music will make you respect our History ...Legends of Love Classic....where ever you come from....Blessings
Chucho's musicality and history are both so deep. Thank you for this wonderful episode. He never stops learning and reaching, a great lesson for any musician.
I’m absolutely screaming!!! I love Chucho and his son!! This was definitely an unexpected Tiny Desk! ❤
Chucho Valdés is truly a phenomenal composer and pianist! His music transcends genres and touches the soul. Every note he plays tells a story, and his mastery of the piano is just unparalleled. An absolute legend in every sense!
I just shared the stage and met the maestro Chucho Valdés at the Botanical Garden in Madrid Festival. Seeing him there and now here, listening to him all my life, further reaffirms my passion for the piano. Thank you Chucho for the love.
shared the stage? Explain please :)
Cuban royalty 🇨🇺 if you ask me ❤❤❤❤❤❤ the syncopated rhythms he performs are very hard and yet seem so effortless for him 😊🎶
To me, he’s the best. Cuba tiene de los mejores musicos en el mundo. Mi pianista favorito es el fallecido, Alfredo Rodriguez.
Genio absoluto ❤🔥❤🔥❤🔥
El mas grande pianista aún vivo... y sin perder su virtuosismo y genialidad compositiva e improvisativa..
Chucho Valdés es una leyenda musical! Su habilidad como compositor y pianista es incomparable, fusionando ritmos afrocubanos con jazz como nadie más. ¡Verdaderamente inspirador!
Tremendo pianista, músico, artista y simbologista! ❤ Adoré la bandera, la llave y el candado! 🇨🇺🔑🔒
I had the great pleasure to hear him playing on a concert with the catalan band Txarango. I can't forget that moment. One of the greatest pianist in the world
nice where did the concert take place?
@@hamburgdreamer Barcelona
Best of the best right here
🔥🔥🔥BRAVO… what a pleasant surprise for me. The way his mind work is an incredible! Pure magic! 🪄
thank you for sharing your gift 🎁
Qué bellas manos tiene el señor Valdés. Van naturales con el piano.
WOW , what can I say, gracias Chucho! I had the pleasure of meeting him last April, (for a series of shows he was doing with Joe Lavano and Dianne Reeves, We spoke and I even printed out some last minute sheet music he needed for that night's performance....he was so down to earth, communicative, so musical, you just felt his overwhelming musical presence!
El mejor pianista vivo para mi, que representa fuertemente la música latina y uno de mis principales referentes ❤ long live chucho
This is glorious! Viva Cuba y América Latina! ❤️🔥
Beautiful playing the range and imagery is fantastic 👏🏾 👏🏾
Very moving 🤌🏾
Toda una leyenda viva, mil gracias Tiny Desk!!!! ❤❤❤
Mambo influenciado going through the multiverse 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
I love this song❤. I hope to visit y next time that I'll be in NYC❤❤❤GRAZIE🇮🇹
Once again I wake up to something peaceful. Love it
Maestro, muchos años para ti !!! que genial siempre escucharte !!
This one is among one of the best scoops in this place. Congrats and thanks for sharing 😍
Chucho is an amazing player
The Latino master of the piano 🎹
Very technical, very virtuoso, etc
Maestro Chucho ! One of my favorite artists. I've seen hundreds of concerts but Chucho's ones were definitely among the very best. He's trully a legend, just like his father Bebo. With his mighty Afro-Cuban Messengers, Irakere or as a solo player, his music is unique and timeless.
"The butterfly counts not months but moments, and has time enough" Thank You Maestro and NPR for making this beautiful and puissant moment possible!
Mám slzy śťastia.....
Ďakujem
saw him last April in concert, was amazed then and am still amazed now, just phenomenal!
Chucho never disappoints!! He is legendary!!!
This just made my day 🌻
I'm glad I slipped and clicked on this one
Under his fingers, his piano is alive!
Beautiful. Amazing how he just plays off the cuff with the impromptu. Thank you Tiny Desk for bringing this into my life. Ya'll never fail to introduce me to amazing music.
Not to take anything away from this performance, but, I just happened to notice a distinct lack of Vulfpeck on Tiny Desk. This is comment 1 asking for a Vulfpeck Tiny Desk.
WOW!!! so incredible! I can hear him play all day! 😍😍😍
Fresh air, thank you to this fine gentleman with very young fingers, hands, and arms!
And voice
My little Cuban heart is so full 🇨🇺🇨🇺🇨🇺🇨🇺🇨🇺. Love to see this maestro and legend of our music being celebrated 👏🏾. Tiny Desk once again getting it
this was exactly what I needed this morning!!!! Thank you ...
Welp, since I’m 1st here. Y’all have a great day and enjoy ! 🤗😘
Chucho sempre maravilhoso.
No me imagino lo que tocaba de más joven con ver lo tremendo que toca el maestro a sus 83 años. Que honor de aún tenerlo en vida
Oh wow... Tiny Desk got Valdes (jr). That I did not expect. Thank you for showcasing this wonderful pianist. I also recommend Bebo Valdes who was his father. Unlike Chucho, he was more of an original Cuban salsa/bolero etc pianist.
Chucho is more modern with an education in Jazz and Classic. Chopin and Afro Cuban fit perfectly with each other. Both stemming from 'Mazurka' . Now i'm at 6:12 And I bet you will hear the spirit of Chopin, Nazareth and Lecuona in the improv. Let's see.
I was wrong ...he went Beebop.. But i recommend his other improvs.
Anyway.. this guy has 7 Grammy's and 3 Latin Grams. Wow
One of the greatest pianists ever.... what a surprise to see him on Tiny Desk!!
Woooow!! Amazing performance. 🎹🤍
El Maestro, el más grande, el único e inigualable CHUCHO VALDÉS!
Que bello. Pasé un buen rato.
Witnessed Mr. Valdés' mastery and brilliance at Berklee School of Music, in Boston, in the late 1990s. What a treasure ❤
Que puede salir sino algo maravilloso ! gracias Chucho !
Una leyenda viva!!!! Ojalà por mucho tiempo más! Uno de los mejores de la música cubana y el Jazz de talla mundial
Es un lujo poder escucharte tocar.Gracias por deleitarnos con tu exelencia musical.
Me alegrasteis el Domingo! 🙏
Siempre es súper genial escuchar esta gran leyenda! ¡Viva Maestro Chucho! ❤
Master of Masters 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Grande...un maestro dentro de maestros. NO hay nada más "puro" que un artista con su instrumento. La música instrumental tiene la virtud de "hablar el idioma universal". Gracias Maestro Valdés!!!!
Bravo ! (standing up and clapping after having watched this video in its entirety).
no podía faltar esta leyenda! gracias tiny desk 🙏
🔥Fyah-Fyah🔥
That was AMAZING!! And, I love his shirt...I want it ❤
I love this man!! This made my morning!!
Gracias por tan bella música paisano ❤
I saw Irakere at Ronnie Scott’s in the 90’s. Chucho was awesome and nothing has changed
What a band Irakere!
Maestro espectacular…..Que bonito Don.
In term of sound quality,Reverberation of tiny desk is so unique that it feels so homy. Ones could imagine hearing Chucho valdes playing grand piano in concert hall and hearing reverb and echo of hall but this feels very different that you never expect from Chucho. This kind of sounds and his musical excellency makes everything so perfect!
Sonic palette that is not easily acquired anywhere else but at Tiny Desk only
I've had the pleasure of seeing Mr. Valdés at the soon the be closed 😢 Nighttown years ago! It was a beautiful show!
Espectacular me encanta❤
aplausos de pie.... magistral!
Me encanta, los primeras acordes me suenan a Astor. Siempre las lagrimas Latinoamericanas manejando el lenguaje del jazz. O simplemente las venas sangradas de latinoamerica, Los mejores musicos son latinoamericanos. Abrazo 💙🤍💙 musical
Que musica tan extraordinaria chucho valdes es una delicia escucharlo el maestro de maestro
What ??? I just realized I can play music for the next 30 years (minimum) ! Thanks Chucho to be so alive for all these years 🙏
It’s late but I have to watch - just wonderful playing!
Absolute legend.
Magistral, magnífico ❤🎉
Absolutely amazing!!! "Want sheet music? Nah, Im good, I got it!"
Gran piano, gran pianista y todo dentro del tiny desk. Gran concierto, Chucho. Gran trabajo, espectacular sonorización, claro y nítido sonido, como siempre, Tiny Desk. ¡Gracias!
Virtuoso. Su luz a veces se tropieza consigo misma pero hace muchos años que Chucho resuelve magistralmente.
Sublime y libre, el que sabe de la técnica improvisa bien todo lo que quiera... Admiracion total por Chucho desde Venezuela
My introduction to his playing. What a gift. Incredible.
so good i got goosebumps in the first minute!