Noro Morales Y Su Orquesta - 110th Street And 5th Avenue

Review by Fabriciano González González

Noro Morales Y Su Orquesta's album "110th Street And 5th Avenue" is a dazzling collection of Latin jazz and mambo tunes that will transport listeners to the streets of New York City in the 1950s. The album features Morales' signature piano playing, which is both rhythmic and melodic, and the dynamic arrangements of his talented orchestra.

The album kicks off with the upbeat and swingin' "Mambo Jumbo," a tune that showcases the band's tight horn section and Morales' nimble fingers on the keys. Other highlights include "Serenata Rumbera," a romantic ballad with a sultry saxophone solo, and "Congoja," a fiery mambo that will get listeners on their feet and dancing.

The album also features several vocal tracks, including the classic bolero "La Puerta," which Morales delivers with heartfelt emotion, and the lively "Bim Bam Bum," which features the sweet harmonies of the vocal trio, Los Hermanos Rigual.

Summary by Fabriciano González González

"110th Street And 5th Avenue" is a must-have for fans of Latin jazz and mambo music. The album is a testament to Morales' talent as a pianist, bandleader, and arranger, and it captures the energy and excitement of a bygone era in New York City's music scene.