ARTURO SANDOVAL
Born in Artemisa a small village just outside Havana Cuba, Arturo Sandoval
began hit classical Trumpet training at the age of twelve. In 1977 Arturo got to meet Dizzy Gillespie and became a mentor for the young Cuban player.
A friendship grew and Dizzy invited Arturo to play in the United Nations Orchestra, soon after Arturo defected to the US.
Arturo was a instant hit among the jazz and latin communities. The style and passion that Arturo had for the art couldn't be denied. Arturo has now been touring and recording for over 30 years and has accomplished more than most musicians. Arturo has recorded over 200 of his own compositions and has earned 10 Grammy Awards and nominated 19 times.
Mr. Sandoval also has 6 Billboard Awards and an Emmy Award. Arturo was also awarded the Presidential Freedom Award from President Obama. Mr. Sandoval versatility can be heard on many albums with many artists like, Frank Sinatra, Rod Stewart, John Williams, Alicia Keys, Johnny Mathis, Tony Bennett, Patti La Belle and of course Dizzy.
There are countless movie and TV soundtracks and the Kennedy Center has commissioned Mr. Sandoval on four different ballets and productions. Mr. Sandoval still tours today with his own Orchestra and will go down as a rare influential artist that gave us his soul through his music.
