Tito Puente - King of Latin Music (Book/DVD)

Tito Puente - King of Latin Music ** by Tito Puente. Book. Softcover with DVD. 128 pages. Published by Hudson Music.

Biography of the legendary Tito Puente and a brief history of Afro-Cuban/salsa music that he popularized throughout the world. A 2-hour DVD includes Tito discussing his incredible 50-year career as a band leader and the influence of other musicians from Cachao to Celia Cruz to Santana had on him. It also features Tito soloing on his legendary gold timbales. The book includes a discography and 50 archival photos.