Poncho Sanchez

Jazz, Musical Artist

1951 –

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Who is Poncho Sanchez?

Poncho Sanchez, is a Mexican-American conguero, Latin jazz band leader, and salsa singer. In 2000, Sanchez and his ensemble won the Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album for their work on the Concord Picante album Latin Soul. Sanchez has performed with artists Cal Tjader, Mongo Santamaría, Hugh Masekela, Clare Fischer and Tower of Power, among others.

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Born
Oct 30, 1951
Laredo
Also known as
  • Poncho Sanches
  • Sanchez, Poncho
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Lived in
  • Laredo

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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