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Roots of Rhythm (1984– )
TV Series | Music

Roots of Rhythm (1984– )

TV Series | Music

A three-part historical survey of the African musical roots of Latin Jazz, Salsa, and popular genres. Featuring narration by Harry Belafonte, this documentary traces the evolution of Latin Music from Africa itself into the twentieth ...See moreA three-part historical survey of the African musical roots of Latin Jazz, Salsa, and popular genres. Featuring narration by Harry Belafonte, this documentary traces the evolution of Latin Music from Africa itself into the twentieth century with the advent of Afro-Cuban Jazz (or Latin Jazz) and later the advent of Latin pop sounds by such artists as Gloria Estefan. A musical journey for historians, musicians, and music lovers alike. Written by L. J. Allen-2 See less

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8 cast members

Name	Episodes	Known for
Harry Belafonte Self - Host Self - Host See fewer	3	Bobby (I) (2006)
Rubén Blades Self Self See fewer		Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003)
Desi Arnaz Self (archive footage) Self (archive footage) See fewer		I Love Lucy (1951)
Gloria Estefan Self Self See fewer		Music of the Heart (1999)
Xavier Cugat Self (archive footage) Self (archive footage) See fewer		Two Weeks Notice (2002)
Celia Cruz Self Self See fewer		Carlito's Way (1993)
Tito Puente Self Self See fewer		Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)
Dizzy Gillespie Self Self See fewer		The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)