Francisco agua bella biography definition

About Francisco Aguabella

Francisco Aguabella's extensive music career spans more than six decades earning him a most well-deserved title of "Legendary Conguero" and "Master of the Bata drum."

He first left Cuba in the 's to perform with Katherine Dunham in the Shelley Winters movie "Mambo" () filmed in Italy.

After touring with Katherine Dunham he came to the United States and performed and toured with Peggy Lee for the next seven years. He has performed all over the world: Europe, Australia, Asia, South America and the United States, including a special appearance at the White House.

Francisco has enjoyed an extensive music performing and recording career and has delighted many audiences with his masterful and powerful rhythms.

There are many great artists that Francisco performed and recorded with such as Dizzy Gillespie, Tito Puente, Mongo Santamaria, Frank Sinatra, Perez Prado, Eddie Palmieri, Cachao, Lalo Schifrin, Cal Tjader, Peggy Lee, Nancy Wilson, Poncho Sanchez,