Sexteto Habanero stands as one of the foundational groups in the history of Cuban Son, an influential genre that blends Spanish guitar with African rhythms. Formed in Havana in 1920, this seminal sextet helped shape the very framework of what would become one of the island's most beloved and internationally recognized musical styles. The group's impeccable mastery of string instruments, claves, maracas, and bongos laid the bedrock for Son's rhythmic and melodic structure, influencing generations of musicians to come.

Sexteto Habanero's legacy is captured in the vibrant recordings from their early years, particularly between the 1920s and 1940s, which remain classic examples of the genre's golden age. Their extensive discography includes songs like "Tres Lindas Cubanas" and "Alma Guajira - Cuban Sounds From the 20's," which showcase their ability to weave intricate melodies with stirring vocals. Even after decades, tracks from collections like "El bongo del Habanero (1924-1944)" and "The Music of Cuba / Soneros Cubanos / Recordings 1930 - 1939, Vol. 4" continue to resonate, offering listeners not just music, but a timeless aural tapestry of Cuban culture and its rich musical heritage.

Genres

Musica Tradicional Cubana

Son Cubano

Son Cubano Clasico

Latest Release

Son

Sexteto Habanero

Album - 12 Tracks - Released June 16, 2023