Artist description Smooth Latin Jazz guitarist, composer and producer from Rosario (Argentina)

Music Style Smooth Latin Jazz

Musical Influences Smooth jazz - Latin jazz - Fusion - Blues

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Artist History ENGLISH: Daniel Martina begins studying music theory and folk guitar with a local teacher when he was nine. Then he studies in Rosario (Argentina) at the UNR School of Music (Nacional University of Rosario) and with Santiago G. Castelli, teacher of harmony and jazz improvisation. Later in Buenos Aires with the jazz guitarist and composer Armando Alonso (Dino Saluzzi´s guitarist). Furthermore, he’s self-taught himself with the Berklee College of Music method (written by W. Leavitt) and he’s followed several workshops held by the G.I.T. (M.I. in L.A.). He creates the jazz-fusion group :" Solobanda", where he evolves like composer and arranger. On 1987 he creates the " Daniel Martina Quartet " with repertoire of standards of jazz in where he incorporates the synthesized guitar and he produces " Standards por rosarinos ". As guitarist and arranger he integrated the band that accompanied by 8 years to the female brazilian singer Cris Avelino,and he produces "Things of Brazil". With Sergio Santi(keyboards),Julio Fioretti(bass) and Javier Allende(drums) , he begins to participate at the annual Jazz Festival organized by Municipal Culture of Rosario and they integrate, with a version of "Velas izadas"(Ivan Lins), a compilation CD of several groupings called:"Música a punto de fusión" released by "e(m)r" label. With Sergio Santi, they produce joining other musicians like Jota Morelli(Al Jarreau's drummer) "Propinas"CD(1997), released by "Machine Sound records" label. From 1996 he starts another leader stage :"Martina & Co" with Mariano Braun on keyboards, Willy Torres on bass and Hector Mansur on drums, incorporating compositions of folkloric character to his jazz repertoire. This drift in his first leader CD:"Tute" with several guest musicians (Jota Morelli and many others) This work competes at the production concourse of Municipal Culture of Rosario, and it's chosen and released on January 2001 by "e(m)r" label. During these years I’ve taken part in the clinics made by: Pat Metheny, ChuckWayne, George Benson, Scott Henderson, Jim Hall and Robben Ford. Also he has shared scene with the virtuoso argentinean guitarist Luis Salinas. Parallelly, he joins at the band of female argentinean singer Mariuchi Mansur (pop and tango). In another heading, he is contracted by the producers Sergio Santi and Daniel Guglielmi at different advertising for stations(LT3, LT8, Fisherton) and TV (3 and 5 Channels ); and by the keyboardist and producer Ivan Tarabelli at the music for the movie " El cumple " by argentinean director Gustavo Postiglione. At the present time, aside from teaching and clinics, also he leds the production of "Pichincha latin jazz"(a CD co-participated with the saxophonist Emilio Maciel) and the Network: "Movimientos del Paraná" co-produced with Mathias Claus (Germany)and Peggy Morris(USA), OAN CD Compilation-Jazz Vol 1 and The jazz room CD Compilation-Jazz mix Vol 1 and Vol 2. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ESPAÑOL: Daniel Martina se inicia en la música a los 9 años con profesores particulares, en folklore , teoría y solfeo. En 1971,a los 15 años, forma en Villa Constitución su primer grupo: un trío (guitarra,bajo y batería) llamado "Sinfonía D", con el cual realiza shows locales interpretando rock sinfónico e incluyendo temas propios.  En 1973, continúa sus estudios en Rosario en la Escuela de música de la UNR y en forma particular con Santiago Grande Castelli, profesor de armonía e improvisación jazzística. Comienza a integrarse en formaciones de jazz ("Helio Gallo Cuarteto") y música popular("Aldmus"), y en 1980 reorganiza, entre otros, el Hot Club de Rosario. En 1981 es convocado por el pianista Walter Nebreda para conformar, junto con Gustavo Puccini (batería) y Carlos V. Colombres(bajo), uno de los más importantes grupos de Latin jazz-Rock que tuvo la ciudad :"Caliente"; y un referente importante en su carrera.  Durante 1982 realiza una experiencia folklórica en dúo con el bandoneonista Marcelo Muñoz sobre un repertorio de Gustavo "Cuchi" Leguizamón. En 1985 realiza estudios en BsAs con el guitarrista y compositor Armando Alonso, y forma el grupo de jazz-fusión "Solobanda",donde se desempeña como compositor y arreglador, y con el cual produce un Demo del mismo nombre de la banda.  Además ,en forma autodidacta, estudia a través del método de enseñanza del Colegio de Berklee en Boston(método de W. Leavitt) y diferentes workshops del G.I.T.(M.I. en Los Ángeles).En 1987 conforma el "Daniel Martina Cuarteto" con repertorio de standards de jazz en donde incorpora la guitarra sintetizada y registra el demo "Standards por rosarinos". Como guitarrista y arreglador integró la banda que acompañó por 8 años a la intérprete bahiana Cris Avelino, y la producción de "Cosas del Brasil", de la misma. También participó como invitado en una versión del tema "Love me tender" del disco del grupo "Estación Oeste".  Junto a Sergio Santi (teclados), Julio Fioretti (bajo) y Javier Allende(batería) comienzan a participar en el Festival anual de jazz organizado por Cultura Municipal e integran, con una versión de Velas izadas de Ivan Lins, un CD compilado de varias agrupaciones llamado: "Música a punto de fusión".  En 1993, junto Sergio Santi, se pone a trabajar material para luego convocar otros músicos (rosarinos y venadenses) y registrar el CD "Propinas" (1996-1997), editado por el sello Machine Sound (Bs As).  Desde 1996 desarrolla otra etapa solista como "Martina & Cía" con Mariano Braun en teclados, Willy Torres en bajo y Héctor Mansur en batería, incorporando composiciones de carácter folklórico a su repertorio jazzístico. Esto deriva en su primer CD solista: "Tute"(1999)con varios músicos invitados. Este trabajo concursa en el rubro producción de Cultura Municipal, y es elegido, junto con otros tres intérpretes, para integrar el CD "Música popular rosarina", editado en enero del 2001 por el sello e(m)r.  El CD "Tute" completo se editó en diciembre del 2001 en coproducción con Cultura Municipal por el sello e(m)r y fué presentado como una de las producciones de la editorial en el Teatro cultural Gral San Martín (Bs As) el 3 de agosto del 2002. Durante estos años ha intervenido en las clínicas realizadas por: Pat Metheny, Chuck Wayne,George Benson, Scott Henderson, Jim Hall y Robben Ford. Asimismo a compartido escenario con el talentoso guitarrista Luis Salinas. Paralelamente, integra la banda de la intérprete rosarina Mariuchi Mansur en un repertorio de música popular nacional e internacional.   En otro rubro, es contratado por los productores Sergio Santi y Daniel Guglielmi a participar en diferentes demos publicitarios para radio(LT3,LT8,Fisherton) y TV (Canal 3 y Canal 5); y por el tecladista y productor Ivan Tarabelli a participar en la música para el filme "El cumple" del director rosarino Gustavo Postiglione.     En la actualidad , aparte de la docencia y clínicas, se encuentra también abocado a la producción de "Pichincha latin jazz", un CD co-participado con el saxofonista Emilio Maciel y a la participación en diferentes producciones internacionales: OAN CD Compilation-Jazz Vol 1, The jazz room CD Compilation-Jazz mix Vol 1 y Vol 2 , y Movimientos del Paraná co-producido con Mathias Claus (Alemania) y Peggy Morris (USA).

Group Members Daniel Martina - electric and spanish guitars Gaby Guglielmi - vocals Leonel Luquez - piano and keyboards Willy Torres - bass Héctor Mansur - drums

Instruments Electric and spanish guitars- Piano and Keyboards -Bass -Drums - Vocal guest

Albums Propinas - Tute - Música popular rosarina - Live at Parque España - OAN CD Compilation - The jazz room CD Compilation - Mathias Claus Collections - Cyber friends

Press Reviews * eSoundz Reporter.com -Review : http://www.geocities.com/MindPWR400/ER010702.htm Daniel Martina (eSoundz Reporter-01/15/2002) [Latin/Smooth Jazz, R&B] There is no question that Daniel Martina has a class CD on his hands with "Propinas". Hailing from Rosario (Argentina); this guitarist, composer and producer of Smooth & Latin jazz is one to watch. Martina introduces stunning vocals that opens up a new level to his already hot sound. On his CD "Propinas" the song "Soledad de Boulevard" is an example of a R&B Jazz Latin fusion melody with overtures that are superb. The title song "Propinas" is well delivered and has that "Feliciano" quality. Plug into this smooth jazz cut "Nova Bossa"...YES! eSoundz Rates this one...."To Be Signed!" CD Title: - Propinas * a wAWONDERFUL SONGS PERFORMED BY THE FINEST GUITARIST,I HAVE HAD THE PLEASURE OF LISTENING TO.DANIEL ARE GREAT!!!WONDERFUL FEEL.GREAT TONE,BRILLANT PHRASES.[traducción: "Maravillosas canciones producidas por un guitarrista exquisito con admirable sentimiento, estupenda articulación y geniales frases. "Carmine C. D'amico - guitarrista profesional de Estudio, ganador de 11 Grammy Awards- NY-USA- "Mp3.com"(julio del 2001)] * "Daniel Martina muestra su gran capacidad para crear climas y pintar paisajes desde los sonidos de su guitarra " Marcelo Menichetti - periodista de espectáculos "Diario La Capital"(marzo del 2001) * "Daniel, discovering you as artist was a big pleasure to me. Great and tasty guitars with such a cool light playin. You never overplay, you always express the right notes, very impressive work how to concentrate on the boiling things. Congrats Daniel, great debut here"-- MATHIAS CLAUS-mp3.com * "Parque Urquiza*What a CooooL Vibe and Groove to this song! YESSSS!!! A Funky solid groove that just makes you and you want to hear again and again...Thank-you Daniel for this ONE-derful tune and playing by all!!!!! Looking forward to hearing more of your music*"----- MORRIS CODE - mp3.com * Zamba del laurel- Tute CD : " Ooooh, I am carried away with these exotic and sensuous vocals. The band is SO MELLOW that it is there without being there at all.. how do they do that? The guitar solo is so pleasant and dreamy that I am floating.... wow, I could listen to this for hours...." ----LISE -Mp3.com * "Funky and lighthearted, these tunes won't let go of he groove! The energy and playing are upbeat and effectively soulful.Daniel's page is comin'at you with the jazz in mind,and some cool interpretations of Latin laced sounds. Thanks Daniel, for these joyful pieces!"-- PATTI STERLING-mp3.com * "What a great "smooth jazz" tune this is!! Daniel Martina has really captured the essence of smooth jazz on "parque urquiza"! The musicians here are obviously veterans who understand their roles within the group. Great playing and great solos should make this a top song on MP3!! This is a very "uplifting" and "airy" tune with a very hummable melody that just makes you feel good. The bassist and drummer create a "deep" groove that's as smooth as silk while the guitar, sax, and vibes have a field day with the nice chord changes they're playing over! "parque urquiza" by Daniel Martina gets my "FIVE STAR" rating!!"---- CHUCK MOORE -mp3.com * Hechizo especial (live vocal version) : "Oh Yes, I did EnJOY this BEAUTIFUL ballad!!! I Loved the chord changes and the melody especially on the chorus - WOW!!! Very Tasteful and Really BEAUTIFUL!!! Didn't quite understand what the vocalist was saying but he has a GREAT Voice and sings with Much feeling and that I REALLY EnJOYed" Peggy Morris--Mp3.com * Daniel Martina,guitarist extraordinary.I have been a studioguitarist for over 40 years website http://www.mp3.com/CARMINEDAMICOENSSO so it makes it very easy to appreciate guitarist DANIEL MARTINA. Daniel's phrases his solo's with taste,groove,beautiful sound,and feel.I personally love listening to him play, just for the inspiration,he invokes in me,and never tire of the diversity of his musicianship.I know A GREAT GUITARIST, when I hear his exquisite tone,soulful sounds,and beautifully phrased notes. I can't decide which of Daniels songs I love the most,so listen to all of his album,and purchase it for yourself to enjoy. He is an absolutely wonderful guitarist.God bless you Daniel,and please don't stop!!, your friend,and fellow guitarist : CARMINE D'AMICO -mp3.com

Additional Info Studio Guitarrist - Productions for stations ,TV and movies - Teaching and clinics.

Location Rosario, Santa Fe - Argentina

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