The Sarahbanda

Spawned by Berlin Philharmonic hornist Sarah Willis' popular "Mozart y Mambo" recordings, the chamber ensemble The Sarahbanda offers further explorations of Cuban dance rhythms in a Cuban context influenced by classical music. The ensemble still includes Willis on the French horn, joining forces with a sextet of leading Cuban musicians. The Sarahbanda's repertory combines popular Cuban melodies with original compositions by members of the ensemble. The Sarahbanda released its self-titled debut album on the Alpha label in 2024. The members of The Sarahbanda, in addition to Willis, are saxophonist Yuniet Lombida, violinist Aylín Pino, pianist Jorge Aragón, bassist Carlos García, and percussionists Alejandro Aguiar and Adel González.