Sonando was founded in 1990 by Fred Hoadley to explore new directions in the blending of Afro-Cuban rhythms and Jazz. For over a decade, Sonando has performed original Latin Jazz at festivals, clubs & concerts throughout the Northwest. Our two recordings, Sonando & La Rumba Esta Buena, received airplay and critical acclaim throughout the country

In 2002, Sonando introduced new personnel and arrangements for the summer festival season. Our new repertoire includes traditional & modern interpretations of Afro-Cuban styles such as Son, Changui, Bata & Rumba, as well as our signature Latin Jazz. We are performing on folkloric instruments such as bata, marimbula, tres, congas, & shekere, as well as modern jazz instruments including flute, sax, trombone, piano, bass, & drumset.

"Love the Latin Jazz sound of the Seattle band Sonando

produced by Fred Hoadley and titled La Rumba Esta Buena"

-- Nelson Rodriguez, Latin Beat Magazine

“….Sonando, Seattle's shining star of latin jazz"

-- Bruce Polin, Descarga Catalog, NYC

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