(1951-10-30) October 30, 1951 (age 72) Laredo, Texas, U.S.
Genres
Jazz
Latin
Latin jazz
Occupation(s)
Musician
arranger
composer
record producer
Instrument(s)
Conga
vocals
timbales
percussion
Years active
1975–present
Labels
Concord Records
Universal
Musical artist
Poncho Sánchez (born Ildefonso Sanchez,[1] October 30, 1951[citation needed]) is an American conguero (conga player), Latin jazz band leader, and salsa singer. In 2000, he and his ensemble won the Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album for their work on the Concord Picante album Latin Soul. Sanchez has performed with artists including Cal Tjader, Mongo Santamaría, Hugh Masekela, Clare Fischer, and Tower of Power.[2][3]
^Varela, Chuy (January 10, 2005). "A master percussionist tries his hand at new beat". Sfgate.com.
PonchoSánchez (born Ildefonso Sanchez, October 30, 1951[citation needed]) is an American conguero (conga player), Latin jazz band leader, and salsa singer...
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