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 Nicky Marrero's Profile |
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Member of "Fania all Stars" and "Tipica 73" |
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| Location: | BRONX, New York |
| Country: |  United States |
| Last Login: | Dec 9, 2007 (720 days back) |
About Me |
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| I find that sound is so demanding, especially when you are not listening. By Nicky MarreroThe Grammy Award winning Percussionist Nicky Marrero who was born in the Bronx in 1950 started his professional career at the age of 13 with the "Orchesta Caribe". One year later he joint Willie Colon's band and recorded Willie's first album "EL Malo" where he was featured on the song "Jazzy" because of his artistic soloing. In 1966 Nicky won his first prize "The first prize" in a talent show at the Dodge High School for playing his favorite instrument the timbales. 1965-1971: Member of Eddie Palmieri's band. In 1972 he attended the "Jazzmobile School of Music" for one year and started teaching at the "Johnny Colon School of Music" for about 3 years. 1971-1973: Member of Larry Harlow's band. During these years he recorded various albums with both artists. In the following years he performed and recorded with artists like Ray Barretto, Machito, Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Orchesta Broadway, Joe Cuba, La Plata Sextet, Charanga America, Chito Velez, Ismael Miranda and Hector Lavoe to name a few. In 1974 he joint "Tipica 73" where he is a member until today. 1976 he was called from the "Fania all Stars" and is a member ever since. In the mean time he recorded two Grammy Award winning albums with Eddie Palmieri, 1975 "The Sun of Latin Music" and 1976 "Unfinished Masterpiece". In 1976 Nicky won "The Best Timbalero" Award in the Latin New York Music Polls. He continued to perform and record with artists like Mongo Santamaria, Ricardo Ray and Bobby Cruz, Dizzy Gillespie, Manhattan Tranfer, Esther Williams, Paul Simon, Spyra Gyra, Linda Ronstadt, Joe Farrell, Esther Phillips, Carlos and Jorge Santana, Jerry Gonzales, Jorge Dalto and many more. In 1989 he moved to Europe where he stayed for 7 years teaching in major institutes and conservatories like The Conservatory of Rotterdam Holland, recording and performing with Conexion Latina, Nueva Manteca, The Piano has been Drinking, Jan Kazda, Buitenkunst, Jay Stapeley, Mezcla and others. Since 1997 he has been performing with Larry Harlow and his Latin Legends Band, recorded with Dave Valentin the Latin jazz album "World on a String" which was nominated for a Grammy in the category best Latin jazz album 2006. Being busy performing all over the world and teaching he continues to bring joy to people through his mastered and unique way of entertaining which earned him many recognition awards from fans, communities and the Puerto Rican Government for his lifetime achievements. Free MySpace Layouts | |
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Music:Member Since: 8/21/2006Band Website: Booking contact: RichieBonilla@optonline.net Sounds Like: Nicky Marrero with Jimmy BoschFania all Stars 1978Buda All StarsBuda All StarsNicky Marrero 1974 Fania all Stars.. width="425" height="350" ..Charlie Palmerie, Ray Barretto, Nicky Marrero Record Label: unsigned Type of Label: Major |
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My Background and Lifestyle |
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| Occupation: | Music Artist (Latin / Jazz / R&B) |
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My Blog |
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Video London Jazz Festival November 16th 2007 |
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Check out the video with
Larry Harlow's Latin Jazz Encounter - Fried Neck BonesLegendary Fania pianist Larry Harlow (aka 'El Judio Maravilloso') and his Latin Jazz Encounter get to grips with a... Posted by Nicky Marrero on Tue, 04 Dec 2007 10:18:00 PST |
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Rejection |
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| The fidelity of harmony
Is nourished by being misunderstood.
Rejected not only by oneself
That carefully interprets
Not to be rejected.
However, desires to be a part of whole.
A sequence of melodi... Posted by Nicky Marrero on Thu, 01 Nov 2007 08:11:00 PST |
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Some poetry of mine I would like to share. |
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Transportation
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What would you like to know about myself and/or my musical career? |
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| Hello Everybody!
During my whole career I have been asked so many questions, personal as well as professional but mainly I was interviewed by reporters. Since I put up my My Space page... Posted by Nicky Marrero on Wed, 07 Mar 2007 07:43:00 PST |
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