Poncho Sanchez

Papa Gato

by Scott Yanow review

Percussionist Poncho Sanchez has long led one of the top Latin jazz groups, succeeding his former boss, the late Cal Tjader. On this enjoyable release, Sanchez features plenty of solos from Justo Almario (on alto, tenor, and flute), trumpeter Sal Cracchiolo, and trombonist Art Velasco, and the three percussionists have many opportunities to romp. The jazz content is pretty high with such songs as "Jumpin' With Symphony Sid," "Senor Blues," and "Manteca" alternating with group originals. A fine introduction to the accessible Latin jazz of Poncho Sanchez.

album tracks

	Track Name/Composer	Time
1.	Quindembo Charlie Otwell / Poncho Sanchez	5:06
2.	Papa Gato Charlie Otwell	4:50
3.	Serenidad Charlie Otwell	4:43
4.	Jumpin' With Symphony Sid Lester Young	4:16
5.	Balla Balla	4:40
6.	Pan Dulce	4:59
7.	Tania Charlie Otwell	5:30
8.	Señor Blues Horace Silver	4:23
9.	Manteca Chano Pozo / Dizzy Gillespie / Gil Fuller	5:50