GUAUMIAUYMAS INTERVIEWS DEMETRIO MUÑIZ AHEAD OF BUENA VISTA ALL STARS’ MADRID SHOW
THE MUSICAL DIRECTOR REFLECTS ON HIS EARLY YEARS, HIS FORMAL TRAINING, AND THE ARTISTIC JOURNEY THAT LED HIM TO BUENA VISTA ALL STARS
Spanish cultural platform GuauMiauyMas has presented a video interview with Buena Vista All Stars musical director Demetrio Muñiz ahead of the ensemble’s performance at Madrid’s Teatro Calderón.
During the conversation, Muñiz reflects on the beginning of his artistic journey and the moment he decided to dedicate his life to music. He recalls his years of formal study and graduating from the conservatory at the age of 20, establishing the foundation for an extraordinary international career.
The interview offers viewers a more personal look at the celebrated trombonist, composer, arranger, and musical director whose work has played an essential role in carrying Cuba’s musical traditions to audiences worldwide.
Muñiz also discusses Buena Vista All Stars and the vision behind its live production—a celebration of Cuban music that honors its history while allowing its rhythms, arrangements, and artistic spirit to evolve for contemporary audiences.
Through the interview, GuauMiauyMas introduces audiences to the experience and humanity behind the music, highlighting the lifelong dedication that Muñiz brings to every arrangement and performance.
The conversation invites viewers to discover the story of one of Cuba’s most respected musical figures and the artistic leadership guiding Buena Vista All Stars into a new chapter.
