Carlos is Wemba's Musical Director.
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Carlos with his okonkolo bata
He has an extensive resume of accomplishments
including composing the music for:
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The Broadway production of "Bring in Da Noise, Bring in Da Funk" |
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George Wolfe's production of "The Tempest" |
He worked with Ann Pollack and Magica on their
recent CD, "Worlds Collide",
Spirit Ensemble.
He has also worked with:
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Garth Fagan(choreographer of the Lion King). |
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Rosie Perez |
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Mambo Macoco |
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Jellybean Benitez |
Carlos and other Wemba members are currently in
the studio producing Wemba's first CD.
Carlos also plays regularly with two local bands,
Blue Food and a new Latin-Jazz band
He also sits in on local Celtic Jam Sessions,
and plays extensively for religious ceremonies.
He is a Tata in the Kongo belief system of Palo.
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