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Composer, arranger, percussionist, and Singer residing in San Diego, California, from San Juan, Puerto Rico. Director of the Grossmont Afro-Cuban Ensemble in El Cajón, California. Member of 3-2music.com as contributing composer/arranger. Leader of several Salsa Orchestras, and his 18-piece Mambo Orchestra in San Diego.
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Latin · 2026
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Latin · 2025
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