Bennett Paster Gregory Ryan - Grupo Yanqui Rides Again

The band's repertoire skillfully balances Paster and Ryan's Afro-Cuban, Brazilian and American influenced compositions with Latin-tinged arrangements of standard gems. Grupo Yanqui defies simple classification-it's latin jazz; it's world groove; it's energetic, modern music that forges the strengths of diverse individuals into an exciting, distinctly New York sound. The group is led by pianist Paster, bassist Ryan Cuban, saxophonist Yosvany Terry Cabrera and percussionist Dafnis Prieto. Songs include: Tones for Joan's Bones by Chick Corea, Chelsea Bridge by Bill Strayhorn and seven more tracks written by Ryan and Paster.