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Anthony Blea: this talented violinist and bandleader emerged as a leading force this year with his self-produced album Virgin de la Caridad. A dedicated classical and Latin musician, he is a veteran master who harbors a bright future.

Latin Beat Magazine, Dec. 2004 by Jesse "Chuy" Varela

About Anthony

He started studying the violin at age 8 and was awarded a full scholarship to attend the San Francisco Conservatory of Music at age 11. Upon completion of his preparatory music studies, Anthony traveled to New York City to continue his musical and academic enrichment at the Manhattan School of Music where he received his Bachelor's degree. His formidable skill on the violin landed him work with many international legends such as, Israel "Cachao" Lopez, Ray Charles, Boz Scaggs and Leonard Bernstein to name a few. Most notably Anthony has played with the San Francisco Opera Orchestra. Anthony's 8 piece salsa band has been in existence for ten years and their debut CD has enjoyed critical acclaim. Anthony received his Master's degree from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, concentrating on String Quartet. Given Anthony's extensive background in classical and latin music he can bring an air of sophistication to any ceremony and a festive tropical feel to your reception or party.

Anthony Blea y su Charanga

...Combining the traditional Charanga instrumentation (violin, flute) with a driving horn section, Anthony Blea y su Charanga will satisfy any true music lover's fantasy. Complimenting Anthony's prodigious skills are the finest musicians to be had in the Bay-Area. On piano, the venerable Marco Diaz, on Bass, the humble Saul Sierra, on Conga, Javier Navarrette, on timbales, the inscrutable master Carlos Caro, on Flute, the always amiable Juan Ceballos, on Trumpet, the punctual Julius Melendez, On vocals we have the street edged stylings of the young Cuban Sonero Orlando Torriente and the smooth crooning of Venezuelan born Eduardo Herrera. The combination is monstrous featuring these incredible musicians and other great guest artist's including the pre-eminent Trombone player in salsa today, Jimmy Bosch and Latin Violinist Legend, Alfredo Delafe...
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Solo Violin	Plays music while guests arrive, plays processional (traditional or non-traditional), plays during ceremony (communion or special prayer), plays recessional (traditional or non-traditional)
Violin Duo	Same as solo, except with two violins. String Quartet Plays music for cocktail hour. Can also play for ceremony.
Latin Jazz Quartet	Plays music for cocktail hour and/or reception.
Eight Piece Salsa Band	Plays dance music at ceremony. Sound system setup.
Deluxe	Solo violin, string qt. or latin jazz qt., salsa band, sound system, includes all day coverage