Conguero Francisco Aguabella left Cuba and came to the United States and performed with Peggy Lee. He has entertained audiences all over Europe, Australia, South America and the United States (including the White House). Francisco has enjoyed an extensive music performing and recording career and has delighted many audiences with his masterful and powerful rhythms.
He has performed and recorded with many great artists such as Dizzy Gillespie, Tito Puente, Frank Sinatra, Eddie Palmieri, Cachao, Lalo Schifrin, Cal Tjader, Peggy Lee, Nancy Wilson, Carlos Santana, Poncho Sanchez, Paul Simon, Bebo Valdes, and many more.
Francisco is a recipient of the National Heritage Fellowship of the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Los Angeles County Arts Commission and received a fellowship for the Durfee Foundation. He is featured in the documentary, "Sworn to the Drum" by Les Blank, and is currently featured in a new documentary, "Aguabella," currently in production.
Francisco is widely recognized as a master conguero, a caring and knowledgeable instructor, and one of the most inspiring artists of all time.
Francisco Aguabella's passion and fire on the conga drums are absolutely contagious and not to be missed.
..... great music-great history in music ... . merci beaucoup... tres content de votre amitie :) vassilis vassilatos ... (percussion ensemble & world music from Athens/Greece) ..... ... .
Francisco, Gracias por la amistad y saludos! Te quiero avisar de un taller que voy a dar de danza Afro-Cubana en Los Angeles con Freila Merencio (mi companera de baila en los dias con Raices en Cuba). Nos podrias acompañar? Deseandote todo lo mejor pal año nuebo! Bendiciones
ABSOLUTELY A TREASURE TROVE OF MUSICIANS! YOUR MUSIC IS GOLD! Just added new photos of Marimbas from around the world including this Turquoise Marimba.
Dear friend
I am sending you this to let you know that my first release on the web through myspace and audigist is now accomplished.
Now you can visit my page at: www. myspace. com/chakradar to listen and download my music.
Thank you for the support and friendship.
Peace and love
