Orquesta Ciudad Trujillo

Orquesta Ciudad Trujillo was a vibrant Latin ensemble active in the 1950s, known for blending Cuban rhythms like mambo and merengue with a dash of tropical flair. Led by bandleader Pedro Pérez, their sound became synonymous with dance floors across Latin America, capturing the exuberant energy of mid-century Caribbean music. Their recordings, often released on labels like Panart and Fiesta, featured punchy brass sections and infectious grooves that still get hips shaking today.

While details about the band’s origins are scarce, their legacy lives on through compilations like the "Vintage Cuba" and "Vintage Latin Dance" series, which reintroduce their tracks to modern audiences. Tunes such as "La Paloma - Mambo" and "El Martiniqueño" showcase their knack for reinventing traditional melodies into lively party starters. These reissues cement their status as hidden gems of the golden age of Latin dance music.

Genres

Big Band

Mambo

Latin Jazz

Latest Release

Pun - Pun

Napoleón Zayas•

Orquesta Ciudad Trujillo

Album - 17 Tracks - Released March 10, 2013