Album Notes

"AY SAN ANTONIO" 3:31 CHARANGA AMERICA
1978 El Sonido Records Written by Felo Barrio
Produced by Bobby Marin and Mauricio Smith
This Charanga orchestra was founded by conguero George Maysonet (born in Catano,P.R. ) in 1977. Charanga America released their biggest hit "Ay San Antonio" in 1978 and created a lasting impact on New York dancers that has existed well over 30 years. Sung by Felo Barrio and Gene Hernandez of Orq.Broadway fame, this classic features Eddie Drennon on voilin and the late Mauricio Smith Sr. on flute.

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