Omar Sosa

Cuban-born pianist, composer and bandleader known for blending Afro-Cuban rhythms with jazz and world music; active since the 1980s.

Born 1965 in Camagüey, Cuba. Works as a pianist and composer merging jazz, Afro-Cuban and world influences.

The available review praises Omar Sosa's live album Promise, highlighting its Afro-Cuban and African influences, Paolo Fresu's trumpet/flugelhorn contribution, and the record's vivid, colorful percussion and experimentation. The review recommends the album enthusiastically.

For:Fans of jazz, Afro-Cuban music, world music, and piano-led ensembles.