Today we’d like to introduce you to Carlos Sanchez.
Praised for his “intense trumpet presence,” Carlos Sanchez has distinguished himself not only as an influential trumpet player, but a vocalist, arranger, and composer. Born in Gainesville, Florida yet raised in Ocala, Carlos’ family included people who sang, played the flute, percussion and trumpet so it was clear to everyone around him that he would spread their musical talent.
Although Sanchez was influenced greatly by his father who is also a multi-instrumentalist, at the tender age of three, Carlos saw a performance video with Ray Barreto and Tito Puente and it marked the beginning of his quest to becoming a performer. The showmanship and multiple talents that Tito Puente had to offer his audience stunned the young musician. It is no surprise then that at eight years of age, Carlos would be performing on stage in Sabado Gigante in Univision Studios in Miami.
In 2004, Carlos Sanchez left his native Florida to study music in Puerto Rico. He would earn a bachelor’s degree in Jazz Studies with emphasis in Caribbean Music at Conservatorio de Musica de Puerto Rico. He learned to play the trumpet, piano, timbales, congas, bongo and began to sing and arrange/compose his own music.
Throughout his musical journey upon earning his Bachelor’s Degree in the island, Carlos traveled the world alongside the Puerto Rico Tourism Company exposing Puerto Rican music and culture to other nations and has shared the stage with many influential and legendary performers such as Tito Puente (known as “The King of Latin Music”), Cheo Feliciano (salsa singer/composer), Frankie Ruiz and Lalo Rodriguez (salsa singers), N’Klabe, Marc Anthony, Tego Calderon, Julio Voltio, Calle 13, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, Giovanni Hidalgo (Latin Jazz Percussionist), Miguel Zenon, Jose Luis Quintana “Changuíto,” among others.
Carlos Sanchez completed and released his much-anticipated album by his followers in December of 2012. His album, “1st Intent” is the perfect blend of Urban Salsa with disco, funk, R&B and hip-hop influences that is sure to become an instant hit worldwide. All music is arranged and composed by the innovative and multi-talented singer/musician himself. In 2018 Sanchez has recently released his latest single, “Qué Onda Güey”, and promises to release many other singles throughout the year. Carlos Sanchez is proud to have served in the US military as a Marine.
Can you give our readers some background on your art?
My art is organic. I make music of all genres but mainly Salsa music which is my passion. First, I make the composition on a program called Sybelius after being inspired by something (a woman, bible scriptures, another song, you name it). I get inspired by various means. I strive to write my music in a way that different emotions will be awakened in the hearts of the listener. my music portrays moments of bliss, intrigue, discomfort, euphoria, and peace. When I make my recordings, I record each instrument 1 by 1 all on my own with the assistance of a metronome. I only want people to enjoy my music either by dancing, listening, or studying, etc. My music is “outside the box” and I feel it can be used for analysis in universities. You should know that in my projects, I am the only one doing the recording of instruments and singing. It’s quite exhausting but emotionally rewarding in the end.
How do you think about success, as an artist, and what do quality do you feel is most helpful?
To me, success is simply being able to start and complete a task that ultimately will benefit others and yourself. In order to be successful, persistence and constancy are essential characteristics. Plus, if you don’t love what you do, then what you do won’t show you love in return.
What’s the best way for someone to check out your work and provide support?
People can see my work mainly at
https://carlitiando.wixsite.com/musician
or my YouTube channel
https://www.YouTube.com/carlosafinque
I do live shows around the country from time to time. I post my shows on my social media.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://carlitiando.wixsite.com/musician
- Email: carlitiando@gmail.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlosafinque
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carlosafinque
- Other: https://www.youtube.com/carlosafinque
Image Credit:
Carlos Sanchez
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