Yo Soy La Tradición is a landmark collaboration between alto saxophonist Miguel Zenón and the Spektral Quartet, blending the worlds of jazz and contemporary string quartet arrangements. Released in 2018, the album draws inspiration from Puerto Rican musical traditions, including folk rhythms and melodies, reinterpreted through modern jazz improvisation and chamber music sophistication. It showcases Zenón’s continued exploration of identity, heritage, and the possibilities of cross-genre collaboration.

🎵 Album Highlights

• Fusion of jazz improvisation and classical string arrangements.

• Celebrates Puerto Rican folklore and musical heritage.

• Features innovative arrangements by the Spektral Quartet.

• Critically acclaimed for its emotional depth and technical mastery.

• CD release capturing the full nuance of live ensemble performance.

✔️ Key Features

• Alto saxophone virtuosity by Miguel Zenón.

• Eight tracks blending jazz, folk, and chamber music.

• Collaborative project highlighting cross-genre innovation.

• Sophisticated string arrangements complement jazz improvisation.

• Excellent example of contemporary Latin jazz exploration.

❤️ Why You’ll Love It

• Immerse yourself in a culturally rich and musically sophisticated experience.

• Witness the seamless marriage of traditional Puerto Rican music with modern jazz.

• Emotional, evocative, and intellectually engaging—a must for jazz and world music fans.

🎶 Tracklist

1. Rosario – 7:19

2. Cadenas – 7:16

3. Yuca – 5:56

4. Milagrosa – 6:58

5. Viejo – 8:41

6. Cadenza – 8:58

7. Promesa – 9:41

8. Villalbeño – 7:07

📦 Product Info

• Format: CD, Album

• Country of Origin: US

• Released: 2018

• Genre: Jazz

• Style: Contemporary Jazz, Latin Jazz, Chamber Jazz