current personnel includes: David Pierce-trombone and vocals, Eric Guerrero and Mark Hereth-trumpets, Robert Gomez-tres, Ross Schodek-bass, Joe Cripps-percussion, Greg Beck-percussion.
Fusing afro-cuban music with a bit of funk and jazz creates a sound best heard and experienced rather than explained. This high-energy group originates from Denton, TX, and includes musicians from the Grammy-winning Brave Combo, The Latin Pimps (voted "Best Latin Band 2005" in the Dallas Observer Music Awards, and winner of I-tunes "Best Latin Albums of 2005"), and other top of the line freelance musicians in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex.
The line up changes periodically from a 13 piece big band to a more commomnly heard 7-9 piece group consisting of: 3 percussionists, bass and tres, 2 trumpets, trombone and vocals.
Musically led by trombonist and vocalist David Pierce (www.deepearsmusic.com), Norte de Havana performs around the DFW area, traveling periodically to out-of-state venues. Dubbed "the best thing to do on a Monday night," by the Denton Record Chronicle, Norte de Havana is available for hire, and ready for your next party!
