LUIS MUNOZ NEW "VOZ" CD TO BE RELEASED ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

Dear friends,

I am very happy to announce the upcoming release of my "VOZ" CD on September 15, 2015!

The CD, recorded in New York and California, features the amazing talent of 3 of the greatest Jazz singers in the world:  Claudia Acuña from Chile,  Magos Herrera from México and Téka from Brazil.  It contains 9 compositions, all music written by yours truly and lyrics by Costa Rican poet (and National Poetry Award Winner 2014) Osvaldo Sauma, Panamanian singer songwriter and multiple GRAMMY Award winner (In collaboration with Ruben Blades) Rómulo Castro, Nicaraguan singer/songwriter Luis Enrique Mejía Godoy , Costa Rican author/composer/multi instrumentalistJaime Gamboa, leader of the group Malpais, and myself.

We will be sharing lots of images, videos, concert dates and much more as we get closer to the release date.  Thank you all for your friendship and support.  Un abrazo!    Luis

Dear friends,

First of all, I want to wish you all a wonderful upcoming year, and to thank you for your friendship and support!
2014 was a great year from me.  I set up a plan at the beginning of the year, to finish two projects, and I succeeded.  First, my trip in May to NYC to start an "all vocals" CD and record with two of the greatest Jazz singers in the world,  Magos Herrera, Claudia Acuña, plus Adam Asarnow.  Then coming back to California to record a CD with my new quartet (Jonathan Dane on trumpet, Brandon Statom on acoustic bass and Dan Zimmerman on guitars), and finishing the first CD with two other incredible singers, Téka Penteriche and Lois Mahalia.   I am very happy to let you know that both CDs are finished and ready to be released this year.  The first one ("VOZ") in June and the second one ( 3/4- Trio/Quartet) in December.

 I am also  exited to play live again.  So, our first performance of 2015 will take place at a great venue in our hometown of Santa Barbara, CA: The Piano Kitchen(430 Rose Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA. I will be there with my trio ( With Brandon Statom and Daniel Zimmerman) on January 23, at 8:00 PM.  Hope you can join us .  Best to all!   Luis.

6/3/14: Happy to be back home in California after a very productive and fun trip to New York. My new CD "Voz" has taken off. With their artistry, humanity and friendship, Magos Herrera , Claudia Acuña and Adam Asarnow , along withLuis Enrique Mejia Godoy, Jaime Gamboa and Osvaldo Sauma gave the project the perfect start. Now it's time to work with Téka Penteriche andVoice Lois Lois Mahalia, two absolutely wonderful singers who will crown the project with their amazing creativity. Also already part of the recordingJonathan Dane, Dan Ziimmerman, Brendan Statom, Ramses Araya, Chris Judge, Tom Etchart, Goerge Friedenthal, Bill Flores, Narciso Sotomayor, Ron Kalina, Kevin Winard, Randy Tico, Romulo Castro, Jim Jimmy Calire,Tom Buckner, and many more dear friends. More to came soon!!!!

SANTA BARBARA JAZZ SOCIETY PRESENTS: LUIS MUNOZ QUARTET 5/18/14!

Santa Barbara Jazz Society presents:
Luis Muñoz and his Quartet
Sunday May 18th, 2014 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
SOhO 1221 State St # 205, Santa Barbara, CA 93101http://www.sbjazz.org/
with Jonathan Dane, Daniel Zimmerman  and Brendan Statom.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: WWW.LUISMUNOZ.NET

HELP US CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY IN SANTA BARBARA!!!! TINIGHT & TOMORROW NIGHT

HELP US CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY IN SANTA BARBARA!!!!
Our performances tonight and tomorrow night at Blue Agave are officially part of the International Jazz Day Celebration 2014. Come and help us celebrate this important date. Both days we start at 7:30 PM.

"The marvel of this day is that shows the world how universal are the values of Jazz: Peace, mutual understanding, collaboration and cooperation amidst cultural, ethnic and linguistic barriers" Herbie Hancock!  

https://blueagavesb.com      WWW.LUISMUNOZ.NET
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ARTICLE TODAY IN "LA NACION", COSTA RICA'S MAIN NEWSPAPER!!!

http://www.nacion.com/ocio/musica/Luis-Munoz-lleva-costarricense-Unidos_0_1399060136.html

JAZZTIMES MAGAZINE:Costa Rican Composer and Percussionist Luis Muñoz Honored

http://jazztimes.com/articles/120787-costa-rican-composer-and-percussionist-luis-mu-oz-honored

“BELLE FOUNDATION FOR CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT” GRANT!!!

I would like to publicly acknowledge and thank the “Belle Foundation for Cultural Development” for the Individual Grant that they so graciously granted me today. It will be a big help in making both my Trio/Quartet recording and my “All Vocals” CD project a reality. I am proud of this recognition and encouraged to continue to pursuit my artistic vision. Thank you! https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10203244342053487&set=a.1212306951952.32642.1357136137&type=1&theater

BANDSINTOWN/LUIS MUNOZ TRIO/QUARTET UPCOMING SHOWS!

"LUZ" BEST LATIN JAZZ CD OF THE YEAR 2013!!!!

'LUZ" BEST LATIN JAZZ CD OF THE YEAR 2013!!

I just found out that noted Jazz journalist W Royal Stokes, in his "Best of…"  list, published a week ago in the "Jazz Journalists Association" website, named "LUZ" "THE BEST LATIN JAZZ CD OF THE YEAR 2013".  A great way to end of the year.  Once again, my very special thanks to everyone who participated in the creation of the "LUZ" project.  We all, as a wonderful team, did it!    Un abrazo!!!!!

http://members.jazzjournalists.org/2013Best?mode=PostView&bmi=1461325

SUMPTUOUSLY PRODUCED, BEAUTIFULLY EDITED, ELEGANTLY VIRTUOSIC AND ENTIRELY ORIGINAL!!

The latest review of "LUZ", this one by Daniel Kepl on "CASA MAGAZINE"

"SAVANNAH" LUIS MUNOZ TRIO LIVE AT THE MARQUEE 10/13

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njXc0v1XZh0
Luis Munoz: Drums, Branden Statom: Acoustic Bass, Daniel Zimmerman: Electric Guitar

Santa Barbara, CA

HALLOWEEN BASH TONIGH AT SOHO IN SANTA BARBARA WITH "ALO" (ANIMAL LIBERATION ORCHESTRA) 9:00 PM

http://www.sohosb.com/event/344979-alo-animal-liberation-santa-barbara/

THE LATEST "LUZ" CD REVIEW-LATINO MAGAZINE-FALL 2013!

"Those thirsting for something new can't miss with this latest masterwork from Muñoz" Mark Holston Latino Magazine!

ThE DeaD MaN LIVE AT THE MARQUEE-SANTA BARBARA, CA!

www.luismunoz.net

THE NEW LUIS MUNOZ QUARTET AT REHEARSAL 8/19/13

Daniel Zimmerman on guitars, Branden Statom on Acoustic bass, Jonathan Dane on Trumpet and Flugelhorn and Luis Muñoz, composer, Arranger, Drums, Melodica and Alto Flute.  We will be performing the second thursday of every month at "The Marquee"  In Santa Barbara, CA.  A new CD is in the works. Hope to see you!

TONIGHT, "ThE DeaD MaN" LIVE AT RED'S IN SANTA BARBARA!

Today, Friday, July 5, starting at 7:00 PM, we will continue to celebrate Independence Day at Red’s Wine Bar in Santa Barbara, with the Psychedelic Jazz sounds of “ThE DeaD MaN(Daniel Zimmerman on electric guitar, Brendan Statom on acoustic bass, Luis Muñoz on drums) offering their original music for free to friends, family and strangers.  RED'S: 211 Helena Ave.  Santa Barbara, CA 93101.  (805)966-5906

NEW "LUZ" CD REVIEW, BY JOSEF WOODARD!!/ "LUZ" is an understated celebration of light and lightness, and a fine addition to Mr. Muñoz's impressive body of recorded work." Josef Woodard/The News-Press.

"LUZ" THIRD REVIEW:""ENCHANTING...EXQUISITE...HAUNTING...SUBLIME...!!!"

http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/jazzdownload.php?id=8348#.UR_CS6UTuX1

"LUZ" CD SECOND REVIEW: "AN ABSOLUTELY UNFORGETTABLE ALBUM!!"

http://latinjazznet.com/2013/02/10/features/album-of-the-week/luis-munoz-luz/

Luis Muñoz: Luz CD FIRST REVIEW!!

Luis Muñoz: Luz

You can download for free the track "Invisible", off my new "LUZ" CD here: Pueden bajar de gratis la canción "Invisible" de mi nuevo CD "LUZ", en este sitio: You can download for free the track "Invisible", off my new "LUZ" CD here: Pueden bajar de gratis la canción "Invisible" de mi nuevo CD "LUZ", en este sitio: http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/jazzdownload.php?id=8348#.UR_CS6UTuX1

LUIS MUNOZ-THE MAKING OF "LUZ" 2013 FOR MORE INFO: WWW.LUISMUNOZ.NET

LUIS MUNOZ JAZZ QUINTET LIVE AT FIA 2012-COSTA RICA

AMARILIS-LUIS MUNOZ LIVE AT FIA 2012 COSTA RICA

VIDEO FROM MY "LUZ" CD-INVISIBLE

From my brand new CD "LUZ", (to be released on 1/15/13), this is "Invisible" featuring Adam Asarnow on piano, Tom Etchart on acoustic bass, Jonathan Dane on muted cornet, Bill Flores on pedal steel guitar and Luis Muñoz as composer, drums and additional piano. For more info: www.luismunoz.net luismunozmusic@cox.net http://luisjournal.blogspot.com/

GREAT NEWS: My new CD "LUZ" will be available for downloads on December 1st, 2013. Physical CDs will be out on January 15th, 2013.

"LUZ" RELEASE DATE: 1/15/13!!!! YOU CAN PRE ORDER OR DOWNLOAD!!!

Dear friends, Just a quick reminder that my new "LUZ" CD will be released worldwide on January 15, 2013. However you can order your copy before that. Visit my official website for more details: www.luismunoz.net Also, GREAT NEWS!!!!!! On December 1st, "LUZ" will be available everywhere (CDBaby, ITunes, Amazon, etc) just for downloading (No "physical records" till 1/15/13) in time for the Holiday Season!!!

LUIS MUNOZ LIVE IN CONCERT IN GOLETA, CA 11/10/12 AT 7:30 PM At this special Song Tree concert, Luis will be joined by an all-star band: George Friedenthal on piano, Narciso Sotomayor on acoustic guitar, Tom Etchart on acoustic bass, Jonathan Dane on trumpet, with Luis on drums, melodica and alto flute. The Live Oak Unitarian Universalist Congregation 820 N. Fairview Avenue, Goleta, California 93117 For more info: Concerts@SongTree.org

It is with great pride that I announce ArteCR Producciones, S. A. as my new Management/Booking Agency. ArteCR Producciones, S.A. Lic. Laura Jiménez Tassara/Executive Director 1056-2070 San José, Costa Rica Central America http://www.artecrproducciones.net/ info@artecrproducciones.net Ph:011(506)8316-0587 Ph/Fax: 1-(805)569-1257

"LUZ' KICKSTARTER PROJECT RELAUNCHING HAVING GREAT SUCCESS!

"LUZ" RELAUNCHING HAVING GREAT SUCCESS!! Update #25 · Sep. 06, 2012 · comment edit this post Dear friends, I am very happy to let you know that the relaunching of the "LUZ" Kickstarter project is having great success so far. We've reached the 70% mark of our goal. However, we still have a long way to go, which means we still really need your help in order to succeed. As you may know Kickstarter works on a "all or nothing" basis, meaning that if we do not reach our goal within the next 3 weeks, the project won't be funded and all the money gathered so far will be returned to the original donors. So, please share and pledge. The link for the new version of "LUZ" is: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/192401587/luz-a-new-cd-by-costa-rican-composer-luis-munoz ¡Muchas gracias!!!!!!

Queridos amigos, estaré compartiendo con todos ustedes la letra de mis nuevas canciones pertenecientes a mi próximo CD "LUZ", que saldrá al mercado a fin de año. Para ver todas las letras, pueden visitar mi blog en www.luisbook.blogspot.com

Dear friends, from time to time I will be sharing with all of you the lyrics from my new CD "LUZ", to be released at the end of the year. To view all lyrics, please visit my blog at www.luisbook.blogspot.com

TESTAMENTO-MAS ALLA

Dejo en tu vientre, barcos de papel
Miel en tus labios y un pétalo en tu red
Y en tus entrañas, el recuerdo
De nuestra historia, de nuestra historia

El más allá de un horizonte azul
Todos los campos y la flor del jasmín
Once suspiros y la espuma
Sobre las olas, sobre las olas

Dejo el agua y la sed
La esperanza, mi alma y mi piel
Dejo la imaginación
El silencio y una canción

Dejo la cima y la profundidad
Dejo el instante, dejo la eternidad
Dejo mi barca, mi centella
Y en tus pupilas miles de estrellas
Y en tus verdes pupilas, miles de estrellas.

Copyright Luis Muñoz/Pelin Music 2012

08 El Vedado

08 El Vedado

FIA 2012 COSTA RICA

Fotos de Tomás Solano Donato

SOUNDCHECK-COSTA RICA FIA 2012

ARTICLE IN COSTA RICAN NEWSPAPER "LA REPUBLICA"

http://www.larepublica.net/app/cms/cms_periodico_showpdf.php?id_menu=50&pk_articulo=39263&codigo_locale=es-CR">

INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS FIA 2012/COSTA RICA!

Dear friends,

It is with great joy that I announce my participation in the International Festival of the Arts, FIA 2012, in San José, Costa Rica. This will be my group’s first presentation in my homeland, in almost 20 years. We will be performing on Friday, March 23, at 8:00 PM, at the “Auditorio Nacional”. A possible second performance will take place on Wednesday, March 28, at a new venue belonging to the Universidad Latina, at the Paseo Colón, In San José.

I will be traveling with my fellow band mates Jonathan Dane on trumpet, Tom Etchart on bass, George Friedenthal on piano and Narciso Sotomayor on guitar. Several dear Costa Rican musicians, will be collaborating with us, among them Checko D’Avila, Edín Solís and others. I am really looking forward to sharing my music with old friends and family once again! Hope to see you all!!!

http://www.festivaldelasartes.go.cr/">

MY NEW EVANS DRUMHEADS ENDORSER PAGE!

http://www.evansdrumheads.com/EvArtistDetail.Page?ActiveID=3551&ArtistId=44963&tid=0&URL=%2FEvArtistDetail.Page">

WITH THE GREAT STEVE JORDAN/NAMM 2012!

ETTA JAMES DIES

The great singer Etta james died. I had the opportunity to hang and perform with her for awhile in the late 70's. She was a powerful, soulful performer! RIP!

SANTA BARBARA JAZZ SOCIETY CONCERT 1/15/12!

Performing, away from the drums, new music from the upcoming "
LUZ" CD during our concert for the Santa barbara Jazz Society on 1/15/12.

THE SANTA BARBARA JAZZ SOCIETY PRESENTS: LUIS MUNOZ QUINTET LIVE!

THE SANTA BARBARA JAZZ SOCIETY PRESENTS: LUIS MUNOZ QUINTET LIVE! At SOhO Restaurant and Music Venue
1221 State St. Suite 205, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. We will be poerforming music from his next CD "LUZ", with George Friedenthal on piano, Jonathan Dane on trumpet, Tom Etchart on bass and Narciso Sotomayor on guitar! For more info: http://www.sbjazz.org/

PEACE ON EARTH! HAPPY NEW YEAR 2012!!!!!!!!!!!

NEXT GIG:1/15 12 AT 1:00 PM SANTA BARBARA JAZZ SOCIETY CONCERT!

"Our first performance of the new year". On Sunday, January 15, 2012, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM, we will be performing at Soho Music Club (1221 State Street, in Santa Barbara), as part of the monthly Santa Barbara Jazz Society gathering. Everyone welcome! We will be playing some music from our upcoming "LUZ" CD. With Tom Etchart on bass, George Friedenthal on piano, Jonathan Dane on trumpet, Narciso Sotomayor on guitar and yours truly on drums, flute and melodica. Hope to see you!!

"A GREAT TIME AT THE PIANO KITCHEN LAST NIGHT"

ARTICLE IN COSTA RICAN NEWSPAPER "LA REPUBLICA"

http://www.larepublica.net/app/cms/www/index.php?pk_articulo=52486">
Mi amigo Tomás Nassar, a quien no veo desde que nos graduamos juntos del colegio Calasanz, escribió esta columna, publicada hoy en el periódico costarricense "La República". ¡Gracias Tomás !
My old friend Tomás Nassar, whom I haven't seen since we graduated from High School wrote this article which was published this morning in the Costa Rican newspaper "La República". Thanks Tomás!

NEXT CONCERT: Saturday, November 12 at 8:00 PM

NEXT CONCERT: Saturday, November 12 at 8:00 PM, along with the Gove County String Quartet, at the Piano Kitchen, 430 Rose Ave in Santa Barbara.

Luis Muñoz Jazz Sextet at The Yellow House Concerts, Santa Barbara, CA. on July 30, 2011.

RADIO INTERVIEW ON "THE COLOR OF JAZZ" THIS SUNDAY!!

This Sunday I will be doing a live radio interview,along with my Bro. Narciso Sotomayor, on "The Color of Jazz" program, with hostess Donna Whittington. We'll be chatting for two hours about my music, our band, the upcoming "Luz" CD, Jazz and music in general. I will keep you posted. For more info, visit :
http://www.LiveStream.com/TheColorOfJazz">

MY MUSIC STORE ON FACEBOOK!!

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Luis-Munoz/130735190961?sk=app_155326481208883">

SECOND RECORDING SESSION FOR MY NEW CD "LUZ".

My new CD "LUZ" will be recorded at Playback, Beagle and Pelin Music Studios. 10 new compositions! I have been able to gather an amazing group of musicians for this project, among them, my fellow band members George Friedenthal on piano, Narciso Sotomayor on guitar, Tom Etchart on bass, Brad Dutz on percussion and Jonathan Dane on trumpet, (thanks guys), plus Adam Asarnow on keys, Bill Flores on Pedal Steel Guitar, singers Perla Batalla and Teka Penteriche, and a dozen more artists. I will keep you all posted on our progress...

LIVE AT REDS!

Today, Saturday, September 24th, from 6 to 8:00 PM, live at REDS with Dan Zimmerman on guitar and Brandon Statom on bass. Hope you can make it!!!!

REDS
211 Helena Avenue
Santa Barbara, CA 93101-2319
(805) 966-5906

Luis Muñoz Quintet live at The Yellow House/7/30/11

Great time last night!!!!!!!

First recording session for "LUZ"/7/29/11

First recording session for my upcoming "LUZ" CD, today with NYC pianist and old friend Adam Asarnow.

NEXT PERFORMANCE/SATURDAY JULY 30!

NEXT CONCERT: THE YELLOW HOUSE CONCERTS: Saturday July 30th, at 7:00 PM. Ridah Omri's (owner of the wonderful Jazz Hall) concert series, this time, in a beautiful. intimate venue in the Santa Barbara hills. (The address will be giving to you once you purchase tickets). We'll be presenting music from our award winning CD "Invisible" (Jazz Composer of the Year), plus songs from our upcoming "Luz" CD. Hope to see you.

TO PURCHASE TICKETS, GO TO: http://www.yellowhouseconcerts.com/Calendar_&_Tickets/Entries/2011/7/30_An_Evening_with_Luis_Munoz.html/

RADIO INTERVIEW ON "COOL JAZZ CONVERSATIONS"!

This coming Monday, June 6, at 7:00 PM Eastern time, I will be a guest on "Cool Jazz Conversations" with Trish Hennessey and Joyce Hall, on Blog Talk Radio, .
www.blogtalkradio.com/CoolJazzConversations
Hope you can join us!!
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/CoolJazzConversations">

ACAM AWARD/PREMIO ACAM

I got the award: Jazz Composer/Author of the Year 2011 in Costa Rica by ACAM (Association of Musical Authors and Composers), for my work on my 2010 "INVISIBLE" CD.
Me gané el premio ACAM (Asociación de Compositores y Autores Musicales)Compositor/Autor de Jazz del Año 2011, por mi trabajo realizado en el CD "Invisible".

NOMINATION FOR JAZZ COMPOSER OF THE YEAR 2011!

I am proud to announce my nomination for Jazz Composer/Author of the Year 2011 by ACAM (Association of Musical Authors and Composers), for my work on my 2010 "INVISIBLE" CD.

Anuncio la nominación recibida esta mañana, de parte de ACAM (Asociación de Compositores y Autores Musicales), como Compositor/Autor de Jazz del Año 2011, por mi trabajo realizado en el CD "Invisible". La ceremonia de entrega de premios se llevará a cabo en el Teatro Melico Salazar, en San Jose, CR, el 30 de Mayo.

http://www.nacion.com/2011-05-05/Entretenimiento/NotaPrincipal/Entretenimiento2767631.aspx/

NEW "INVISIBLE" REVIEW: GERMAN PUBLICATION "JAZZDIMENSIONS"

A new review of my latest CD "INVISIBLE", this one on the German "JazzDimensions" publication. Is it a good one? A rotten one? I have no idea :-)
Esta semana salió una nueva reseña de mi CD "Invisible". Esta, en la publicación alemana "JazzDimensions". ¿Les habrá gustado la música o no? No tengo ni idea de lo que dicen :-) Ich spreche Deutsch nicht. Ayuda, alguien que hable alemán!!!
http://www.jazzdimensions.de/reviews/jazz/2011/luis_munoz_invisible.html/