Garcia, Socrates

Mama, 2025, CD
Instrument: Instrumental

Issue: 31.4

Jazz Ruler Type: BigBand
O's Jazz Ruler

Performance: 4
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Sound: 4
Sound Chart

Score: 83
Score Chart

O’s Notes: Dominican pianist, guitarist Socrates Garcia appears here as arranger, composer and conductor of a 20+ piece Latin Jazz Orchestra. Masterful percussion underscores the vibe that makes Shadows of Tomorrow sizzle. It reflects Garcia’s musical journey through South America and the Caribbean with a core soul rooted in the Dominican Republic. The horns are crisp and present on numerous lead melodies. We liked the energy on “Sultry Villa Mella Twilights” contrasted with the poise on “Brad’s Dreamy Samana Night”. The 3-part “Illusions, Delusions…A Glimmer of Hope” suite unveils a musical illustration of today’s realities.

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Publicist: Mouthpiece Music