Edmundo Ros & His Orchestra was a vibrant musical ensemble, renowned for bringing the lively rhythms of Latin America to the ballrooms and airwaves of a captivated international audience. The orchestra was formed and led by Edmundo Ros, a Trinidad-born musician of Venezuelan and Scottish descent, who moved to London in the 1930s. Ros was a trailblazer in Latin American music, particularly known for his work in the rumbas and sambas genres. By incorporating a mix of Latin American sounds with big band and easy listening styles, Ros and his orchestra became a significant part of the mid-20th-century dance craze for Latin American music.

The band's repertoire stretched to a vast array of Latin-flavored interpretations and accessible arrangements that appealed to the masses. Albums such as "Latin Melodies Old and New" showcase Ros's knack for blending traditional tunes with contemporary flair, while "Hair Goes Latin" is a testament to his ability to adapt and innovate with current trends — in this case, reimagining songs from the popular musical "Hair" with a Latin twist. With a career spanning several decades, Edmundo Ros & His Orchestra delivered a prolific and diverse catalog of music, including the sophisticated "Strings Latino" and the explorative "New Rhythms Of The South," as well as engaging in collaborative works like "Heath Vs Ros," where Ros's Latin sounds cheekily duel with the big band swing of British bandleader Ted Heath. Through these releases, Edmundo Ros left an indelible mark on the world of popular music, merging cultural boundaries and uniting listeners in rhythm and dance.

Genres

Easy Listening

Man's Orchestra

Latest Release

The Harry Lime Theme (Remastered)

Edmundo Ros & His Orchestra

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released March 9, 2024