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The Clave ChroniclesAuthor: Rebecca Bodenheimer
A journey through the history and global influence of Cuban music, hosted by ethnomusicologist Rebecca Bodenheimer. Language: en-us Genres: Music, Music Commentary, Music History Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The life and legacy of pianist Lilí Martínez Griñan
Friday, 6 March, 2026
Ethnomusicologist Ben Lapidus joins Rebecca again to discuss the life and legacy of Cuban pianist Lilí Martínez Griñan, a Guantanamero who joined Arsenio Rodriguez's band in the 1940s and quickly became his right-hand man in terms of composition and arranging. Lapidus is the editor of a new anthology in Spanish, El hombre y su música: Lilí Martínez Griñán.Songs played:Tumba Palo Cucuyé, Arsenio Rodriguez y Su ConjuntoMira...Cuidadito, Arsenio Rodriguez y Su ConjuntoCero Guapos en Yateras, Arsenio Rodriguez y Su ConjuntoAlto Songo, Chappotín y Sus EstrellasMi Changüí Son, Estrellas de ChocolateEl Divorcio, Arsenio RodriguezLa Candela, Los Van VanMusica Suave, El Niño y La VerdadSend a textSupport the showYou can support this independently produced podcast by becoming a monthly subscriber - even $3/month helps!If you like this podcast, please hit "Follow" and give us a 5-star rating on Apple PodcastsFind The Clave Chronicles on Instagram, Facebook, & Threads @clavechronicleshttps://theclavechronicles.buzzsprout.comIntro and outro music: "Bengo Latino," Jimmy Fontanez/Media Right Productions












