This DVD, a black-and-white format of a live concert collaboration between El Diego Cigala, a Gypsy Flamenco singer, and Bebo Valdes, a Cuban pianist, is a unique mix of cultures that hits the mark.The concert is tastefully done, with close-ups on Valdes' marvelous piano playing as well as Cigala's vocal talents. The concert changes pace to keep you interested, its songs ranging among light, almost whimsical to passionate longing. The visuals are as captivating on this DVD as the music. Whether it's playing as background music to a dinner party or you're avidly watching the concert, you cannot go wrong with this brilliant manifestation.
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