MOMENTOS BOLEROS
Presented by Azulu Music Productions, Inc.
A Cinematic Tribute to Classic Cuban Boleros Project Overview
Momentos Boleros is a cinematic musical experience reviving the timeless beauty of Cuban boleros. Led by Grammy Award-winning musical director Luis Eric González and performed by celebrated vocalist Iris Cepeda, the production unites Cuban musical excellence across borders to create an emotional and high-quality tribute to Latin romanticism.
Designed for live performance, recording, and audiovisual distribution.
Artist Bios
Luis Eric Gonzalez – Musical Director
Two-time Grammy-winning trumpeter, composer, and producer. Former musical director for Celia Cruz and a contributor to projects for Gloria Estefan and Buena Vista Social Club. His arrangements and vision shape Momentos Boleros into a rich, symphonic experience
Iris Cepeda – Vocalist
A renowned Cuban singer with a powerful voice and deep interpretative talent. Iris has performed internationally and collaborated on Grammy-recognized projects. Her credits include film soundtracks and performances alongside major Latin jazz figures.
Led by internationally recognized, Grammy-winning talent
Andy García
Cuban-born singer-songwriter and poet, Andy García developed his emotional and acoustic-driven style while performing across clubs in Texas and California. With a background in film and music, his evocative lyrical approach adds depth and soulful storytelling to Momentos Boleros.
Carlitos del Puerto – Bass
A world-class bassist born in Havana, Carlitos is the son of legendary bassist Carlos del Puerto. He switched from cello toacoustic bass at 14 and soon began performing with top Cuban artists. He holds a scholarship to the USC School of Music and contributed to Chick Corea’s Grammy-winning album Antidote.
Featured Musicians
World-Class Musicians
Jimmy Branly – Drums
Hailing from Havana (b. 1972), Jimmy began his classical studies at 13 and quickly gained recognition. He’s celebrated for his versatility—performing across jazz, fusion, rock, and pop—and now resides in Los Angeles as a sought-after session and touring drummer.
Fermín Sifontes – Piano
From Camagüey, Cuba, Fermín grew up in a musically vibrant household and maintains a strong presence in the Latin music scene in California, especially in the salsa circuit.
Paquito D’Rivera – Saxophone
Paquito is a Grammy- and Latin Grammy–winning CubanAmerican saxophonist and clarinetist. A former member of Irakere and Cuban National Symphony soloist, he remains a living legend inAfro-Cuban jazz and classical crossover, with international acclaimspanning decades.
Carlos Rodgarman – String Arrangements, Production & Engineering
Spanish-born, Los Angeles–based composer and producer. With multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy nominations, Carlos brings a musician-first perspective to engineering and production, having worked with artists like Michael Bublé and high-end media clients.