Latin Music USA

As a lifelong student and fan of afro-Cuban music I was delighted to finally find this wonderful DVD. I had seen about 30 minutes of it on public television years ago, and now I have the whole program. The sections about Latin pop were not as interesting to me, but the entire show was expertly researched and beautifully produced. I can't imagine how anybody interested in Latin music could be less than thrilled with this offering.

All Good No Issues. Good Music.

A 4 part series on the history of salsa and other latin music. If you love salsa, you will love this. My dear uncle Artie Perez, NYorican, had recorded this show a few years ago on pbs and I fell in love with it. My dear uncle passed away suddenly last week. If it weren't for him, I would not have known about this program. Thank you uncle. Lisa

I wish the Mavericks and the Texas Tornadoes had been mentioned. Apart from that I loved this series. The salsa section reminded me of being at university in the late 1970s and early 1980s and hearing El Gran Combo's Aqui no se sienta nadie and Willie Colon and Reuben Blades Siembra. My best friend had roomates from Venezuela and Panama who played these albums at parties. I was interested in knowing more about Cuban music and love traditional Mexican music. Iwas also glad to see Gloria Estefan, Marc Anthony, and Juanes mentioned.

This survey and history of Latin Music in the United States is a great presentation. The use of period footage and eye witness interviews is great. The narration by Jimmy Smits is excellent. The decision to present the material in chronological order was a good one. The first chapter is, by far, the best -- but all of the segments are fascinating. For me, this program revealed aspects of American music -- especially Jazz -- which were heavily influenced by Latin artists in a whole new light. I mean, it was an eye opener! Now, I have much more respect for these pioneers and I can appreciate the

If you are interested in the evolution of Latin Music in the USA,, and how it influenced in actual Popular Music, not only as a leisure-filler, but as someone who really loves it...This double DVD documentary is for you.Excellent production, very good research work... It's really interesting!!!

I originally had this on VHS tape. Needed an updated and better quality version of this outstanding PBS 4 hour expose.

A good general breakdown of Latin music and its transition into pop culture. I use this in the classroom when introducing Latin music to my students.