Arturo Sandoval is fluent in at least four musical languages. He can burn through an Afro-Cuban groove, tear up a bebop tune, soar over a Mozart concert and soothe you with a luscious ballad,  with equal power and grace. He began studying classical trumpet at the age of twelve but quickly caught the fever of jazz. He has since evolved into one of the worlds most recognized guardians of jazz trumpet and flugel horn, as well as a renowned classic pianist and composer. He has received four Grammy awards, six Billboard awards and an Emmy award. He has recently performed with diverse contemporary stars like Justin Timberlake and Alicia Keys. He just received his sixth Billboard Award fro "Best Latin Jazz Album".
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