Papi Oviedo facts for kids
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Papi Oviedo
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Papi Oviedo (2015)
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| Birth name | Gilberto Oviedo la Portilla |
| Born | February 9, 1938 La Habana, Cuba |
| Died | October 31, 2017 (aged 79) |
| Genres | Son |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Tres |
| Years active | 1952–2017 |
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Papi Oviedo (born Gilberto Oviedo la Portilla on February 9, 1938 – died October 31, 2017) was a famous Cuban musician. He was known for playing the tres, a special Cuban guitar. Papi learned to play the tres when he was about 15 years old. His father, Isaac Oviedo, was also a musician. Papi played in many different bands throughout his life. For 13 years, he was the tres player for Elio Revé's band. Later, he toured with the famous group Buena Vista Social Club. This helped people all over the world learn about son cubano music, a popular style from Cuba.
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Papi's Musical Journey
Papi Oviedo was born Gilberto Oviedo La Portilla in 1938. He started playing the tres in 1952. He worked hard and played in many local bands. Soon, he became the main tres player for the singer Orlando Contreras.
Playing in Famous Bands
Between 1957 and 1969, Papi was the featured tres player for several well-known groups. These included Conjunto Tipico Habanero, Conjunto Chappottín, and Estrellas de Chocolate.
From 1980 to 1995, he joined Elio Revé in a new version of the band Orquesta Revé. Papi played with them for 15 years.
Solo Albums and Collaborations
In 1995, Papi left Orquesta Revé. He then recorded his first solo album. It was called Encuentro entre soneros and came out in 1997. In 2001, he released another album called Bana Congo. This album was a team-up with the Congolese guitarist Papa Noel.
Music Papi Oviedo Played
Papi Oviedo played on many albums. Here are some of them:
As the Main Artist
- 1997: Encuentro entre soneros (Tumi)
- 2001: Bana Congo (Tumi) – with Papa Noel
With Other Musicians
- 2002: Cuban Odyssey (Blue Note) – with Jane Bunnett
- 2000: Chanchullo (World Circuit) – with Rubén González
- 1992: Routes of Rhythm Vol. 3 (Rounder) – with Isaac Oviedo
See also
In Spanish: Papi Oviedo para niños
