Manny Cepeda
United States, California, San Diego
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About Manny Cepeda
No job is too big or too small for the consummate ensemble of performers in the Manny Cepeda Orchestra. By drawing from his world-class background in musical study (as well as from years of international touring experience) Manny Cepeda writes, arranges, and performs his own genre-bending brand of Latin instrumentation.
Besides his decades-long dedication to percussion and the experimental harmon
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Manny Cepeda
Based in the City of San Diego, this determined and enthusiastic composer, singer, percussionist and bandleader is an avid national touring performer who has amassed a devoted fan base, due in large part to his engaging live shows and personal connection to his listeners through his music. Manny sings and performs with a fiery resonance that, combined with his catchy melodic songs and his classic salsa expressive vocals, capture his audiences whenever he performs. While he’s been compared to household names such as Hector LaVoe, Ray Ruiz, and Marc Anthony, Manny has the charismatic musical style all his own wherein his classic salsa genre and his distinct percussive “Soneo” style with sparkling and memorable melodies. This new album, Padre Querido, was recorded at City Recording in Carolina, Puerto Rico, and engineered by Juan Manuel Calero (Latin Grammy Winner for Gilberto Santa Rosa’s Irrepetible CD). Padre Querido is Manny’s first full length Salsa release of all new compositions since his well know Puerto Rican Folkloric CD Roots/Raices of Bomba and Plena music.
Manny Cepeda
Composer Lyricist Percussionist VocalistBased in the City of San Diego, this determined and enthusiastic composer, singer, percussionist and bandleader is an avid national touring performer who has amassed a devoted fan base, due in large p...
Henry (Kiko) Jimenez
Kiko hails from Santurce, Puerto Rico. He has been playing conga drums with the Manny Cepeda Orchestra since it started in 2005. Kiko has played in New York and Puerto Rico with various Salsa Bands.
Henry (Kiko) Jimenez
PercussionistKiko hails from Santurce, Puerto Rico. He has been playing conga drums with the Manny Cepeda Orchestra since it started in 2005. Kiko has played in New York and Puerto Rico with various Salsa Bands.
Andy Fraguela
Andy hails from the country of Panama, South America. Coming to the US in 1980. In 2006 Andy joined the Manny Cepeda Orchestra as a Bongo/Percussionist. Later he added vocals to his skills and now is a full blooded percussionist and vocalist.
Andy Fraguela
PercussionistAndy hails from the country of Panama, South America. Coming to the US in 1980. In 2006 Andy joined the Manny Cepeda Orchestra as a Bongo/Percussionist. Later he added vocals to his skills and now is ...
We've been busy writing music for a "big band" Afro-Cuban format. Up to 70 charts, up to date! I will be posting some of the music soon as we get ready to do a new recording. These charts are all instrumentals. Tito Puente style big band. Here is one of my favorites for you. Describing how "Spring Season" arrives every year!
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A new compilation of Afro-Cuban Big Band and Little Big Band original compositions. These charts will be available soon to you my adoring, faithful fans. Please keep in touch.
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Hi everyone,
The pandemic has hit hard in all of us in the music business. A lot of us are re-making ourselves into producers and editor so we can continue providing you the music you want for us.
I am not exception so I have produced so far 2 multi-screen videos and one lyric song video. Let me know if you are interested on viewing them and I'll get a link to you so you can continue enjoying Manny Cepeda's music.
Always,
Manny
We hear you and we made it happen! Thank you to all the fans and friends of Manny Cepeda and his Classic Salsa Orchestra! We now have a new merchandise tab in our website where you can get all our original CDs with a simple click! Soon we'll be also adding tank-tops for the ladies, T-shirts and goodies bag so you can share the love of the music of Manny Cepeda with your friends! Check it out at (expired link)
LoveYa!!
Manny
Hi everybody,
I've just uploaded another song from my Latin Grammy Nominated CD "Padre Querido." The song name is "Primavera" Spring in English. This is a fusion of Classic Salsa, Afro-Cuban Guaguanco and Calypso! Wow!! I love the fuzion of these rhythms. Please give me a like and let me know how you like the song. I had several fans ask for more songs posting so here you go. Remember you can find me on Spotify and Pandora too!!!
All the best,
Manny Cepeda
Hi everyone fans of Manny Cepeda. I've just uploaded another one of my songs from my "Padre Querido" CD available in Pandora as well as Spotify and of course here in N1M. Check it out. It talks about paying tribute to my beautiful Island of Puerto Rico by composing and arranging the Son (Cuban Son Style). Let me know what you think!
Always,
Manny Cepeda
I want to thank all of you for your friendship. I've been in the music business for quite long and from everybody's suggestions they want me to go live! I'm a composer, arranger, vocalist, and percussionist. I have a killer "Salsa Band" in San Diego, CA. If you ever visit here, make sure you look me up. My calendar is always up to date so it's really easy to know where I'm performing. Curious about my history? Check my official website at (expired link) and if you are on the run, my mobile website will give you my information about performances and how to hire us. Check that one at (expired link)
Thank you everyone!!
Always,
Manny
I want to thank N1M for inviting me to become a member of the N1M community. I am a band leader, arranger, composer, vocalist and percussionist. I look forward to completing my profile and meeting a lot of you talented musicians on N1M. Best Regards, Manny Cepeda.
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About Manny Cepeda
No job is too big or too small for the consummate ensemble of performers in the Manny Cepeda Orchestra. By drawing from his world-class background in musical study (as well as from years of international touring experience) Manny Cepeda writes, arranges, and performs his own genre-bending brand of Latin instrumentation.
Besides his decades-long dedication to percussion and the experimental harmonies of Latin jazz, Manny Cepeda is also expertly-versed in a wide variety of styles. Whether your next outdoor event needs some live merengue to encourage dancing, or your next private gathering calls for some smooth and sophisticated salsa, the Manny Cepeda Orchestra is prepared to serve you.
Manny Cepeda has performed throughout Latin America and has worked with acts in a number of countries across the globe, making appearances on television and at festivals. By blending expert instrumentation with complex percussive accompaniments, Manny Cepeda has mastered the art of creating a rich and vibrant sound. Whether your live music event requires only a few players or the complete sum of our talents, we guarantee to deliver a memorable and highly-customized experience.
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Oct 28
6:00 PM
All Ages
Salsa Under the Stars
United States, California, San Diego, 789 North Harbor Drive, 92101
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Nov 06
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Jan 05
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Dec 02
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Apr 20
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Jun 15
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Salsa Under the Stars
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Oct 19
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Manny Cepeda Orchestra
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