Artist: Panchito

Panchito
– A Smokin’ ten-piece Latin Jazz Orchestra –

This ten-piece Latin Jazz orchestra from Rotterdam has steadily been on it’s way up since the release of their debut “Resurrección” and already has made its marks in Latin and Jazz music worldwide!

No wonder that this group, under the artistic leadership of André van Berlo, has become a true success story! Their music has been aired on radio stations world wide among which are Jose Rizo’s show “Jazz on the latin side” and Rafe Gomez’ US national radio show “The Groove Boutique”, and got a great number of reviews in magazines among which: Latin Beat Magazine! They even managed to enter the US jazz album charts on the 23rd place and stay in the charts for more than 7 weeks.

Panchito consists of ten handsome, driven, passionate men who are in the bloom of their lives and are really exploding with energy! They combine all of the important musical elements in one amazing package: powerful performances, pristine production, boundless energy, original arrangements, and phat Latin rhythms!

Quotes from the press:
“They possess a distinctive voice and sound easily recognizable. Full of energy, up-tempo rhythms, a portion of fusion and very modern arrangements. Strong playing, almost becoming a Big Band at times.”
– Latin Jazz Network –

“Latin-American rhythms are injected with fire and passion as well as with an amazing competence. Although rooted in a traditional Latin jazz language, Panchito conveys an astonishing alchemy and in the process carries its own voice in an innovative and surprising way.”
– Dr. Ana Isabel Ordonez –

“…Upon hearing Resurrección I was happily surprised to be exposed the great sound generated by guitarist/ composer André van Berlo and his Dutch band from Rotterdam in the Netherlands. This music compares to anything being done worldwide, with a flavor that combines jazz with Latin and Rock elements.
– Latin Beat Magazine – show native description