VENEZUELAN AURAL AMBASSADOR MORRIS NORTHCUTT HAS RELEASED HIS LATEST CLASSICAL SCORE, TONADA DEL CABRESTERO

Ahead of the release of his solo debut album, award-winning professional touring artist Morris Northcutt teased what is to come with the richly cinematic, deeply emotional classical composition, Tonada Del Cabrestero, composed by Simon Diaz.

To name a few, the Latin-inspired artist’s accolades include winning global music awards, being a Bach Conn-Selmer solo performing artist and touring the globe with performance groups such as Mannheim Steamroller, Critical Mass Big Band, The Blues Brothers Reunion Band, Puget Brass, and the Tacoma Concert Band to the Seattle Symphony Chamber Orchestra, Breath of Aire, and the Tacoma Symphony.

Before you even learn the intent behind the instrumental score, you feel the ego-less sense of passion in the production; you get a sense that Tonada Del Cabrestero is pulling emotion from a much deeper place. Tonada Del Cabrestero was created in collaboration with Venezuelan artists impacted by the economical disaster imparted by quarantine measures.

It was designed to pay ode to the culture that has been stifled and to introduce the world to the cinematic magic of Venezuelan music. It embraces Northcutt’s bold virtuosic flair, bringing a sense of warmth to the soundscape that proves that beyond borders and language barriers, we share humanity that defies the suffocating concepts of tribalism and late-stage capitalism. Frankly, we’re obsessed. Venezuela couldn’t ask for a better aural ambassador.

Tonada Del Cabrestero was released on July 23rd and is now available on Spotify. The debut album is due for official release on August 30th.

Review by Amelia Vandergast and A&R Factory

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Morris Northcutt’s ‘Tonada’ is a Moving Reminder of the Power of Music

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With the help of a cast of Venezuelan studio musicians, Morris Northcutt has created a stirring collection, ranging from Latin American to Country and Western, all performed with the passion and grace that the South American nation is renowned for.

“Each one of these songs tells a story,” Morris Northcutt says.  While Venezuela has been in the news for all the wrong reasons of late, the Seattle based trumpeter wanted to shine a light on the beauty of the nation’s culture.  He recruited a collection of Venezuelan legends to serve as his guides, and set about bringing the country’s tradition to life.  The resulting collection ranges from jubilant to deeply mournful - a musical testament to the Venezuelan people’s resilience.

From the mysterious harmonies of ‘Tonada del Cabrestero,’ to the dreamy balladry of ‘Romance Del Diablo,’ each track takes on a life of its own.  The album is constantly evolving, with surprises around every corner, including a fiery rendition of Jerry Reed’s classic ‘Lightning Rod.’  

"Expressing human emotion and connection has always been at the heart of my playing, but learned to feel it at a much deeper level through the experience I’ve shared with these Venezuelan musicians.”

Thanks to its universal themes and irresistible rhythms, ‘Tonada’ will resonate with a diverse audience.  One doesn’t need to be a Latin- American music aficionado to be moved by this album.  It is a deeply human work of art that will find a place in the hearts of music fans everywhere.

For more info, visit:  https://www.morrisnorthcutt.com/

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This Latin-inspired instrumental piece is a collaboration between Asian-American trumpeter Morris Northcutt and Venezuelan artists.  The economic disasters in Venezuela have left hundreds of musicians with fewer opportunities. This project has given them a candle - a chance to share their country’s beautiful traditions with the world.  ‘Tonada del Cabrestero’ is a testament to the universal nature of music.  It is perfect for introducing new audiences to the thrill and passion of Venezuelan music.

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